Speculation: Who should be the Habs target for 2nd Center?

[1909]

I read that Kopitar would be interested to play with the Habs. Could be an interesting, short-term option.

 

[ExpatHabs]

I read that Kopitar would be interested to play with the Habs. Could be an interesting, short-term option.

He just recently retired.

 

[Final Baton]

Moneyhands for me.

Respected teammate when he was here and should be affordable.

I'd be down with that.

Also would really like Horvat, but I doubt they let him go. Maybe? Since they're rebuilding now?

 

[Catanddogguitarrr]

I'd be down with that.

Also would really like Horvat, but I doubt they let him go. Maybe? Since they're rebuilding now?

Maybe the change of coach is a good timing. Habs traded with that team last year. Would like Horvat.

 

[Rocket999]

The Bruins are apparently open to trading Zacha, whose deal expires in 1 year.

I know Montreal-Boston trades are rare, but I think Kent should call them to see what the price is. He's a Quartexx client and a former client of Kent, so you never know

He's be a good stop gap for Hage and he can also play wing.

 

[Catanddogguitarrr]

The Bruins are apparently open to trading Zacha, whose deal expires in 1 year.

I know Montreal-Boston trades are rare, but I think Kent should call them to see what the price is. He's a Quartexx client and a former client of Kent, so you never know

He's be a good stop gap for Hage and he can also play wing.

Mtl-Boston trade are rare but possible so yes I agree with Zacha. Welcome to the board. I've been generous, I gave your 3rd like, lol.

 

[Flip The Bird]

The Bruins are apparently open to trading Zacha, whose deal expires in 1 year.

I know Montreal-Boston trades are rare, but I think Kent should call them to see what the price is. He's a Quartexx client and a former client of Kent, so you never know

He's be a good stop gap for Hage and he can also play wing.

I doubt B's are going to help us.

 

[Flip The Bird]

Players

• Pettersson: High upside offensively, but risky (leadership and playoffs worries, recent drop). Question is whether a change of scenery fixes it.
• Thomas: Producing well, but costly. Depends if St. Louis is actually rebuilding.
• Hischier: Likely the most expensive. Strong two-way, low-risk, complete player.
• Trocheck: Reliable all-around, brings physicality. Older—more of a short-term stopgap.

Key considerations

• 2C profile: Go offensive (Pettersson) to complement Suzuki/Evans/Danault, or stay with a strong two-way model (Hischier)?
• Risk tolerance: Pettersson likely cheaper, but riskier.
• Hage evaluation and timeline: Trocheck fits as a short-term bridge if Hage becomes 2C soon.

If KH interested in Pettersson spells he's desperate