HF Habs: Trade Proposal Thread 92 Waiting on the DRAFT Edition

[VirginiaMtlExpat]

Habs had the best second line centerman in their line up two seasons ago: Sean Monahan. Of course they got picks for him, but picks is not everything. Now, the same Monahan could lead Columbus to the Playoffs.

That is also how I felt when he was traded, although Hage may mitigate this loss someday. This was the minority view, since he was being disparaged because of his injury record.

 

[Sorinth]

Habs had the best second line centerman in their line up two seasons ago: Sean Monahan. Of course they got picks for him, but picks is not everything. Now, the same Monahan could lead Columbus to the Playoffs.

Sure but keeping Monahan and having him to turn a single loss into a win and we draft 6th and don't get Demidov.

 

[Andrei79]

Sure but keeping Monahan and having him to turn a single loss into a win and we draft 6th and don't get Demidov.

100%. The trade was needed. We got another top 16 pick this year to boot + Hage + the necessary suck needed to draft Demidov. Monahan would have been a short term fix too, as good as he is.

 

[DAChampion]

100%. The trade was needed. We got another top 16 pick this year to boot + Hage + the necessary suck needed to draft Demidov. Monahan would have been a short term fix too, as good as he is.

That said it's still funny that people assumed that Dach would easily replace Monahan.

 

[Mrb1p]

Sure but keeping Monahan and having him to turn a single loss into a win and we draft 6th and don't get Demidov.

Yeah, but at the same time maybe not. Who knows.

 

[Andrei79]

That said it's still funny that people assumed that Dach would easily replace Monahan.

I think based on his pre-injury play it was a decent enough guess. But people hyper Dach way too much after a year long layoff and some posters were 100% adamant that he would be as good as new from day 1.

 

[Beendair Donedat]

There’s no doubt that Hughes is going to make a massive move. It’s just when will that move come and who will it be for?

I’m not sure I trust him if he’s looking at young, not quite established guys. He’s whiffed twice now with Dach and Newhook.

So who would he potentially acquire at (or before) the draft? It’s got to be an established guy, no hopes and prayers the third time.

Guys I’d like to see targeted:

Nazem Kadri. Physical and still good for 30 goals a year. Plays on the edge, something we need in our lineup, plus with his age, and the Flames rebuilding potentially, I doubt he’s very costly. (In comparison with others)

Anthony Cirelli or Brandon Hagel. Two guys without trade protection, who put up very good numbers and are signed to long term deals. Tampa is facing a potential cap crunch next year and moving one of these guys for much needed picks and prospects seems like a good move for both sides. Either player would slide in nicely as a second line center option for the Habs.

Sam Bennett. The best option on the UFA market, if Bennett makes it there, which I think he might. ***cue in mandatory Sammy Pollock post to tell me he stays in a no tax state.***

Lots of connections to Hughes, claimed to love playing in Montreal and would have the chance to play with some seriously talented guys in Laine and Demidov. Wouldn’t cost anything but cap space and we’ve got a ton of that available.

Gives the Habs some much needed physicality and nastiness up front in the top 6.

If the Habs could then turn around and make a deal with the Islanders for Tsyplakov and Pulock, for some combination of Newhook, Matheson, the later of our first round picks and a prospect, we’d have upgraded in all areas of weakness.

My dream lineup 2025-2026

Caufield - Suzuki - Slafkovsky
Laine - Bennett - Demidov
Tsyplakov - Dach - Anderson
Heineman - Evans - Gallagher

Hutson - Pulock
Guhle - Carrier
Xhekaj - Struble

Montembeault
Fowler

 

[Hockeyfan200]

There’s no doubt that Hughes is going to make a massive move. It’s just when will that move come and who will it be for?

I’m not sure I trust him if he’s looking at young, not quite established guys. He’s whiffed twice now with Dach and Newhook.

So who would he potentially acquire at (or before) the draft? It’s got to be an established guy, no hopes and prayers the third time.

Guys I’d like to see targeted:

Nazem Kadri. Physical and still good for 30 goals a year. Plays on the edge, something we need in our lineup, plus with his age, and the Flames rebuilding potentially, I doubt he’s very costly. (In comparison with others)

Anthony Cirelli or Brandon Hagel. Two guys without trade protection, who put up very good numbers and are signed to long term deals. Tampa is facing a potential cap crunch next year and moving one of these guys for much needed picks and prospects seems like a good move for both sides. Either player would slide in nicely as a second line center option for the Habs.

Sam Bennett. The best option on the UFA market, if Bennett makes it there, which I think he might. ***cue in mandatory Sammy Pollock post to tell me he stays in a no tax state.***

Lots of connections to Hughes, claimed to love playing in Montreal and would have the chance to play with some seriously talented guys in Laine and Demidov. Wouldn’t cost anything but cap space and we’ve got a ton of that available.

Gives the Habs some much needed physicality and nastiness up front in the top 6.

If the Habs could then turn around and make a deal with the Islanders for Tsyplakov and Pulock, for some combination of Newhook, Matheson, the later of our first round picks and a prospect, we’d have upgraded in all areas of weakness.

My dream lineup 2025-2026

Caufield - Suzuki - Slafkovsky
Laine - Bennett - Demidov
Tsyplakov - Dach - Anderson
Heineman - Evans - Gallagher

Hutson - Pulock
Guhle - Carrier
Xhekaj - Struble

Montembeault
Fowler

Tampa isn't moving either of these players. They are basically Untouchable. Tampa is like Florida, they don't care about picks at all and aren't moving two good cheap players for anything. 1st of al, Hagel is a damn good winger tampa isn't moving on that contract. Cirelli is also a good C that isn't being moved by them.

Calgary would have to decide to rebuild then maybe he would be available,

Islanders aren't moving Tsyplakov who they just gave an extension to like a few weeks ago

 

[The Real Timo]

So as of now we are picking 15th (Calgary's pick) and 17th?

 

[Scriptor]

So as of now we are picking 15th (Calgary's pick) and 17th?

I thought Calgary's pick was 16th. I must be wrong.

15th and 17th might get us in the top-10? Would we need to add PIT's 2nd rounder?

 

[Treb]

There’s no doubt that Hughes is going to make a massive move. It’s just when will that move come and who will it be for?

I’m not sure I trust him if he’s looking at young, not quite established guys. He’s whiffed twice now with Dach and Newhook.

So who would he potentially acquire at (or before) the draft? It’s got to be an established guy, no hopes and prayers the third time.

Guys I’d like to see targeted:

Nazem Kadri. Physical and still good for 30 goals a year. Plays on the edge, something we need in our lineup, plus with his age, and the Flames rebuilding potentially, I doubt he’s very costly. (In comparison with others)

Anthony Cirelli or Brandon Hagel. Two guys without trade protection, who put up very good numbers and are signed to long term deals. Tampa is facing a potential cap crunch next year and moving one of these guys for much needed picks and prospects seems like a good move for both sides. Either player would slide in nicely as a second line center option for the Habs.

Sam Bennett. The best option on the UFA market, if Bennett makes it there, which I think he might. ***cue in mandatory Sammy Pollock post to tell me he stays in a no tax state.***

Lots of connections to Hughes, claimed to love playing in Montreal and would have the chance to play with some seriously talented guys in Laine and Demidov. Wouldn’t cost anything but cap space and we’ve got a ton of that available.

Gives the Habs some much needed physicality and nastiness up front in the top 6.

If the Habs could then turn around and make a deal with the Islanders for Tsyplakov and Pulock, for some combination of Newhook, Matheson, the later of our first round picks and a prospect, we’d have upgraded in all areas of weakness.

My dream lineup 2025-2026

Caufield - Suzuki - Slafkovsky
Laine - Bennett - Demidov
Tsyplakov - Dach - Anderson
Heineman - Evans - Gallagher

Hutson - Pulock
Guhle - Carrier
Xhekaj - Struble

Montembeault
Fowler

Other questionable moves notwithstanding, how do you even come close to thinking putting Fowler in the NHL next year is a good idea?

 

[Treb]

So as of now we are picking 15th (Calgary's pick) and 17th?

16th (Calgary) and 17th (or 29th, 31st or 32nd)

If Calgary wins the lottery, Habs end up with 21st/22nd (or 29th, 30th, 31st or 32nd) and 17th (or 29th,31st or 32nd)

 

[BigDaddyLurch]

So as of now we are picking 15th (Calgary's pick) and 17th?

...15th and 32nd, amigo...get on board!!...

 

[Quatre Vingt Treize]

There’s no doubt that Hughes is going to make a massive move. It’s just when will that move come and who will it be for?

I’m not sure I trust him if he’s looking at young, not quite established guys. He’s whiffed twice now with Dach and Newhook.

So who would he potentially acquire at (or before) the draft? It’s got to be an established guy, no hopes and prayers the third time.

Guys I’d like to see targeted:

Nazem Kadri. Physical and still good for 30 goals a year. Plays on the edge, something we need in our lineup, plus with his age, and the Flames rebuilding potentially, I doubt he’s very costly. (In comparison with others)

Anthony Cirelli or Brandon Hagel. Two guys without trade protection, who put up very good numbers and are signed to long term deals. Tampa is facing a potential cap crunch next year and moving one of these guys for much needed picks and prospects seems like a good move for both sides. Either player would slide in nicely as a second line center option for the Habs.

Sam Bennett. The best option on the UFA market, if Bennett makes it there, which I think he might. ***cue in mandatory Sammy Pollock post to tell me he stays in a no tax state.***

Lots of connections to Hughes, claimed to love playing in Montreal and would have the chance to play with some seriously talented guys in Laine and Demidov. Wouldn’t cost anything but cap space and we’ve got a ton of that available.

Gives the Habs some much needed physicality and nastiness up front in the top 6.

If the Habs could then turn around and make a deal with the Islanders for Tsyplakov and Pulock, for some combination of Newhook, Matheson, the later of our first round picks and a prospect, we’d have upgraded in all areas of weakness.

My dream lineup 2025-2026

Caufield - Suzuki - Slafkovsky
Laine - Bennett - Demidov
Tsyplakov - Dach - Anderson
Heineman - Evans - Gallagher

Hutson - Pulock
Guhle - Carrier
Xhekaj - Struble

Montembeault
Fowler

For Hughes not to be interested in Duchene he has to have something in the drawer done for another player. Because Duchene should be prime candidate

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

Not sure he's worth anything, but Heineman+ to upgrade him, or if possible Carrier+ for an upgrade on him would be nice.

 

[salbutera]

How much would you guys offer McDavid if he actually hits FA in 2026? If we are patient this year that would be a wild scenario.

Slaf (7.6)- McDavid (16) - Demidov (10)
Dach (3.75)- Suzuki (7.875) - Caufield (7.8)
Heinemen (2.5) - Beck (2.5)- Newhook (3.75)
FloJack (1.1)- Evans (2.5)- Kapanen(1.1)
Tuch(1.1)

67.575 for forwards - doable.

McDavid isn't leaving his agent who’s been with him from the beginning & his coach from juniors - he’ll resign in Edm

 

[salbutera]

There’s no doubt that Hughes is going to make a massive move. It’s just when will that move come and who will it be for?

I’m not sure I trust him if he’s looking at young, not quite established guys. He’s whiffed twice now with Dach and Newhook.

So who would he potentially acquire at (or before) the draft? It’s got to be an established guy, no hopes and prayers the third time.

Guys I’d like to see targeted:

Nazem Kadri. Physical and still good for 30 goals a year. Plays on the edge, something we need in our lineup, plus with his age, and the Flames rebuilding potentially, I doubt he’s very costly. (In comparison with others)

Anthony Cirelli or Brandon Hagel. Two guys without trade protection, who put up very good numbers and are signed to long term deals. Tampa is facing a potential cap crunch next year and moving one of these guys for much needed picks and prospects seems like a good move for both sides. Either player would slide in nicely as a second line center option for the Habs.

Sam Bennett. The best option on the UFA market, if Bennett makes it there, which I think he might. ***cue in mandatory Sammy Pollock post to tell me he stays in a no tax state.***

Lots of connections to Hughes, claimed to love playing in Montreal and would have the chance to play with some seriously talented guys in Laine and Demidov. Wouldn’t cost anything but cap space and we’ve got a ton of that available.

Gives the Habs some much needed physicality and nastiness up front in the top 6.

If the Habs could then turn around and make a deal with the Islanders for Tsyplakov and Pulock, for some combination of Newhook, Matheson, the later of our first round picks and a prospect, we’d have upgraded in all areas of weakness.

My dream lineup 2025-2026

Caufield - Suzuki - Slafkovsky
Laine - Bennett - Demidov
Tsyplakov - Dach - Anderson
Heineman - Evans - Gallagher

Hutson - Pulock
Guhle - Carrier
Xhekaj - Struble

Montembeault
Fowler

John Tavares on a 3-4 year deal…

 

[waitin425]

McDavid isn't leaving his agent who’s been with him from the beginning & his coach from juniors - he’ll resign in Edm

Oh I don't expect him to leave Edmonton...just kind of dream about him centring Demi

 

[rickthegoon]

I can imagine Hugo will be prowling on draft day. Things could move fast.
This upcoming draft, Ottawa, Toronto, Tampa, Florida and Dallas don’t have any 1st round picks, and aside from Ottawa, these teams are nearing the end of their contending cycle; they will need to start thinking about the future. I think Dallas’ first pick is at the end of the 3rd round.
Even if they finally have high draft picks, Pittsburgh and Boston are about to start a rebuild and they pretty much have empty baskets of upcoming prospects.
Hab’s prospect pool is stacked, and some movement will be needed to respect maximum contracts allowances.
It might be the right time to let go of one, or both our 1st round picks for established young talent.

 

[Captain Mountain]

How much would you guys offer McDavid if he actually hits FA in 2026? If we are patient this year that would be a wild scenario.

Slaf (7.6)- McDavid (16) - Demidov (10)
Dach (3.75)- Suzuki (7.875) - Caufield (7.8)
Heinemen (2.5) - Beck (2.5)- Newhook (3.75)
FloJack (1.1)- Evans (2.5)- Kapanen(1.1)
Tuch(1.1)

67.575 for forwards - doable.

He's not hitting free agency, but you offer McDavid the maximum allowed cap hit (20% of the cap). If the projection of the cap holds up (I have my doubts), then that's 20.4 mil x 7. He's the best player on the planet, pay him like it.

 

[Knuckles30]

For Hughes not to be interested in Duchene he has to have something in the drawer done for another player. Because Duchene should be prime candidate

I'm pretty sure Duchene will sign another cheap 1 year deal to stay in Dallas. Same with Tavares in Toronto.

 

[JeffreyLFC]

I am the only one that is not interested in Sam Bennett? Like not at all.

 

[Pompeius Magnus]

I am the only one that is not interested in Sam Bennett? Like not at all.

I think a lot of people are not seeing it offense and production wise, which I 100% get. I like him because of all the other stuff he brings to the table, plus the fact that he'll be 29 this summer, so he could be around for a decent while. That said, I don't like him to the point where I'd give him a crazy contract either.

 

[sampollock]

I am the only one that is not interested in Sam Bennett? Like not at all.

nope
I like him for the habs, kind of player they need
but the fla no tax laws will lure him back to FLA

 

[JeffreyLFC]

I think a lot of people are not seeing it offense and production wise, which I 100% get. I like him because of all the other stuff he brings to the table, plus the fact that he'll be 29 this summer, so he could be around for a decent while. That said, I don't like him to the point where I'd give him a crazy contract either.

To me he is bad contract waiting to happen. I would rather be more responsible and 'overpay' if needed an older player on shorter term like Tavares or Duchene. I know they are older but we just need a stop gap really unless we can get a premium player like Marner. I think if Bennett is not him he could quite easily screw up our rebuild. I would rather get a player for 1 or 2 seasons and develop another center from the draft to take over eventually.