So Montreal passed on generational talent Michkov, who wouldn't be able to play in the NHL until 26-27, in favor of Reinbacher, who will be, best case scenario, a sophomore defenseman that year?
You're suggesting that Montreal valued Reinbacher playing in North America that much for 2024-25 and 2025-26 that they were willing to pass on Michkov because of it?
I mean its pretty clear they didn't draft or need to draft a defenseman that was going to come into the league and be an impact player, but somehow Michkov not being available for 3 seasons was a deal breaker.
Makes zero sense to me.