The expectations were high, given that Phillip Danault and Jesperi Kotkaniemi had just left. Dvorak was placed in an uncomfortable position, expected to replace one of the best defensive centers in the NHL, score points, and face off against the top players from other teams.
It quickly became apparent that the top 6 wasn't a fit for him, and this acquisition cost the Canadiens dearly.
Marc Bergevin paid a steep price to bring Dvorak to Montreal, trading away a first-round pick in 2022 and a fourth-round pick in 2024.
With last week's draft, this transaction is now complete, and we can put names to the picks.
Dvorak now has one year left on his contract, after which he will become an unrestricted free agent. Unless there is a trade, it would be very surprising if he remains with the Canadiens.
There are several rumors about him being on the market, but let's be honest, the return Kent Hughes will get will be minimal compared to the price paid by Bergevin in 2021.
Source: Marqueur.com
Transaction finalisée impliquant Christian Dvorak: une catastrophe pour le CH
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