General manager Kent Hughes did not appear for a press conference: he would have liked to have been more active before the trading deadline.
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Sean Monahan, Joel Edmundson, Christian Dvorak: The list of Montreal Canadiens veterans who have been the focus of trade rumors in recent weeks is quite long.
However, the architect of the Habs assured that he had not received any satisfactory compromise offers as of 3 p.m. Friday.
“We would have liked the opportunity to make one or two more changes,” agreed Hughes. We have not found an exchange in the market that allows us to further our goals.
Especially emotional after Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Kings, Edmundson will end the season with CH. According to the DG, his experience will help the development of Martin St-Louis’ young squad.
“Joel is a player who brings leadership and is very good for our young players,” he concluded.
Separately, Hughes confirmed that Monahan suffered another injury while in rehab. However, the former Calgary Flames, who have been absent since December 5 due to a foot problem, could play again before the calendar is up.