In a well-publicized trade that took place at the beginning of round one of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft, the Canadiens acquired restricted free agent Andrew Shaw from the Chicago Blackhawks in return for two second round picks.
Shaw took part in a conference call today to introduce himself to the Montreal media as we await news of a contract extension, and wasted little time getting his french out of the way:
Andrew Shaw was so eager to say “Bonjour everyone” that he cut off the conference call operator
— Аrpon Basu (@ArponBasu) June 25, 2016
Shaw commented on his relationship with GM Marc Bergevin, and why he believes Bergevin acquired him:
“I know Marc pretty well and I’m really happy and excited to be a part of his team.” –@shawz15er
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) June 25, 2016
“He likes the rat in me” – Andrew Shaw on what Marc Bergevin sees in him
— Аrpon Basu (@ArponBasu) June 25, 2016
On new teammate Brendan Gallagher:
“Me and @BGALLY17 had some pretty fun battles, I’m happy to be on his side now.” – Shaw
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) June 25, 2016
“We can annoy people together, I guess” – Andrew Shaw on playing on same team as Brendan Gallagher
— Аrpon Basu (@ArponBasu) June 25, 2016
Shaw also commented on his negotiations with the Chicago Blackhawks, the team with whom he has won two Stanley Cups:
“I think we were pretty close to making a deal, but they have cap issues” – Andrew Shaw on his contract talks with Blackhawks
— Аrpon Basu (@ArponBasu) June 25, 2016
Andrew Shaw: “I loved being in Chicago, it’s a second home to me. A lot of great memories there.” #Blackhawks
— Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) June 25, 2016
And on how contract negotiations may go with the Canadiens:
Does Shaw want more term or a higher salary? “I guess we’ll have to wait and see. … They’re kind of busy right now.”
— Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) June 25, 2016
Darren Dreger weighed in on the issue as well:
The Andrew Shaw negotiation with the Montreal Canadiens continues. Wouldn’t be surprised to see a 5-7 yr extension in days ahead.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) June 25, 2016
Above all, Shaw showed that he is clearly excited about his future as a member of the Montreal Canadiens:
Andrew Shaw: “I’m happy, I’m excited. Three hours from home, which is pretty big for me and my family.” #Blackhawks
— Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) June 25, 2016
“It would be awesome to bring the Cup back to Mtl. The city would probably have a riot! It would be fun to be apart of!” – Shaw #TSN690
— Amanda Stein (@amandacstein) June 25, 2016
