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Wednesday Habs Headlines: Could Kent Hughes buy low on another high-ceiling player?

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Montreal Canadiens news and notes

  • After making moves for Kirby Dach and Alex Newhook, could Kent Hughes target another young star? [La Presse | Google Translate]
  • Joel Armia is rebuilding himself, says his head coach. [La Presse | RDS]
  • The Canadiens may need more offence, but it’s not like they’re starting from scratch. [Radio-Canada]
  • Geoff Molson wants the rebuilt to be done properly. [RDS]
  • “I’m very grateful to be here, and I was so happy when I heard I was going to Montreal,” Filip Cederqvist said. “They called me right after and just explained that they wanted me. It felt very nice.” [Daily Hive]
  • Jakub Dobes is finding his footing with the Laval Rocket. [A Winning Habit]
  • Hughes has watched Jayden Struble play since he was 10 years old. [Montreal Gazette]
  • A look at Montreal Canadiens player development consultant (among other things) Marie-Philip Poulin. [NHL.com]
  • Best friends Dominika Laskova and Tereza Vanisova are determined to make it as Czech players in the PWHL. [CBC]
  • Catherine Dubois is making the most of her opportunity to showcase her talents. [Radio-Canada]

Around the league and elsewhere

  • Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins said Monday he has requested a trade from the team, clarifying comments he made last week that both sides had mutually discussed a move. [TSN]
  • Five teams that could define the NHL trade market in 2024. [Sportsnet]
  • Trevor Zegras trade scenarios: Why the Anaheim Ducks would deal him and six teams that should call. [The Athletic]
  • “It was truly special.” Jonathan Drouin talks about his return to the Bell Centre. [RDS]
  • Jordie and Jamie Benn’s guide to Victoria, BC — this year’s host city for Hockey Day in Canada. [Sportsnet]
  • Three reasons why the Edmonton Oilers have saved their season. [Sportsnet]
  • Terry Ryan’s last shift: How a long-retired hockey pro fought one more time. [The Athletic]

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