Canadiens Named Team to Watch in Avalanche Forward Sweepstakes originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Montreal Canadiens could explore a reunion with a Colorado Avalanche pending unrestricted free agent this offseason.

The Montreal Canadiens are actively seeking to bolster their roster beyond just defensive improvements. Insider Elliotte Friedman reports the team is also targeting skilled forwards who can complement top prospect Ivan Demidov.

Canadiens goalie Ken Dryden and defenseman Jacques Laperriere, respectively winners of the Calder Trophy in 1972 and 1964, in 1971 Stanley Cup Final action against the Chicago Black Hawks at the Montreal Forum. Chicago forward Stan Mikita gives chase behind the net.

The Canadiens are in a crowded market of teams looking to trade picks for immediate help and may be forced to use their picks instead.

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2025 NHL Entry Draft with two second-round picks, giving them a valuable opportunity to bolster their prospect pool beyond the first round.

After being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, the Canadiens will try to do better next season. But to do so, the team will need the help of Kent Hughes. There are some serious holes in the Canadiens’ line-up,