Upcoming Montreal Canadiens transaction? Kent Hughes confirms he'll be very active between now and the start of the season
The Montreal Canadiens Foundation's golf tournament officially marked the start of activities at the Tricolore in anticipation of the 2023-2024 season. This event was notably the first of the year where all team staff were gathered with the aim of answering various questions from journalists.
Moreover, Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton provided numerous updates on several crucial issues at the Bleu-Blanc-Rouge, including the situation involving the goalkeepers. The general manager of the Montreal team reiterated his desire to trade the newcomer, Casey DeSmith, before the start of the regular season.
Many journalists have reported in recent weeks that goaltenders Samuel Montembeault and Jake Allen received confirmation from the organization that they would be the two goalkeepers for the Canadiens this season. Kent Hughes somewhat confirmed this information, indicating that he is still trying to find a new team for American goalkeeper Casey DeSmith.
Knowing that the Tricolore cannot afford to keep three goalkeepers in its lineup and that the former Pittsburgh Penguins player is waiver eligible, it would not be surprising if the management actively tries to trade him before the start of the season. Otherwise, the goalkeeper could be claimed by another team and leave the organization for free.
This will be a file to follow closely in the coming days, but expect that the CH's general manager, Kent Hughes, will be very active on the trading market. Let's strongly hope that he succeeds in concluding a trade soon if the Canadiens wish to get any compensation in return for Casey DeSmith.
One thing is certain, the transparency shown by the Tricolore's management during their press briefing yesterday is greatly appreciated by the fans.
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