Check out the latest Montreal Canadiens news, including some positive factors despite the rough start, and trade analysis.
Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes traded defenceman Jayden Struble to the Nashville Predators for a second-round pick. The move clears space on Montreal's blue line, especially with Kaiden Guhle nearing a return from injury. Despite dropping three consecutive games following a loss to Nashville, the team noted several positive underlying trends during their recent stretch.
In addition to Guhle's progress, goaltender Samuel Montembeault suffered an injury, creating an opening for prospect Jacob Fowler to receive consistent starts. Several Canadiens participated in Friday's optional skate in Brossard, including Oliver Kapanen, who remains day-to-day with a lower-body injury.
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