NHL trade news: Patrik Laine trade drama erupts as Montreal Canadiens open door to exit, clear path for deadline moves
The Montreal Canadiens are preparing to make significant changes to their roster in the coming days ahead of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, with the team considering trading Patrik Laine. The Montreal Canadiens has over $1 million in cap space, but Patrik Laine’s $8.7 million salary is a significant obstacle to the team’s goal of improving its roster.
The Montreal Canadiens are preparing to make significant changes to their roster in the coming days ahead of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, with the team considering trading Patrik Laine. The Montreal Canadiens has over $1 million in cap space, but Patrik Laine’s $8.7 million salary is a significant obstacle to the team’s goal of improving its roster.
