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Thursday Habs Headlines: Eyeing the Panthers’ roster-building strategy

In today’s links, following the Panther’s roster blueprint, no silver lining for the Oilers, draft prospect NHL comparable, and more.

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Apr 1, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle (21) and Florida Panthers forward Mackie Samoskevich (25) battle for the puck during the first period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens news and notes

  • Could the Canadiens be charting a similar roster-building course as the Florida Panthers? [Montreal Gazette]
  • During celebration, the Panthers have reportedly ‘cracked’ the Stanley Cup on the Montreal 1993 win section. [National Post]
  • With cap space and a young core, should the Canadiens be trade partners with a New York Rangers team looking to make bold moves? [The Hockey Writers]
  • Looking ahead to the 2025 NHL Draft with David St-Louis of Elite Prospects. [EOTP]

Around the league and elsewhere

  • The Florida Panthers strong-willed mentality and unwavering belief landed them their second consecutive Stanley Cup. [Sportsnet]
  • NHL comparables for the top 2025 NHL Draft prospects. [NY Times]
  • There’s no moral victories as the Edmonton Oilers fall short in Stanley Cup Final once again. [Sportsnet]
  • The players, GMs, owners, and prospects who could shape the NHL off-season ahead. [Sportsnet]
  • The Cup staying in Florida for another year fulfils all the worst nightmares of 1992’s sports writers. [The Guardian]

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