The Montreal Canadiens are still rebuilding, but looking to become playoff contenders next season. The Habs have plenty of young talent, but lack some scoring punch to solidify a truly competitive roster. General manager Kent Hughes has recently said the club plans to add some offensive firepower.
One option gaining steam is a possible trade targeting Winnipeg Jets forward Cole Perfetti. Perfetti, still on his entry-level contract, could be a player the Jets deem expendable if they value him differently than other teams.
Reports suggest Montreal might be one of those teams that could see Perfetti as a top-six forward with untapped potential.
3 Reasons Montreal Canadiens Could Target Cole Perfetti
- Perfetti fills a need: The Canadiens need more scorers. Perfetti, if given the opportunity, could slot into a top-six role in Montreal and provide a jolt to the offense.
- Canadiens have the assets: The Habs could tempt the Jets with Montreal’s first-round pick received in the Sean Monahan trade and/or one of their promising young defensemen like Jordan Harris or Kaiden Guhle.
- Change of scenery: Perfetti has struggled to carve out a consistent role in a stacked Winnipeg forward group. A fresh start in Montreal could be just what he needs to blossom.
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