A transaction is getting close to confirmation for the Canadiens: "David Savard will probably be traded"
Kent Hughes will have to make crucial decisions as the trade deadline approaches, particularly regarding several players who will become free agents.
Among them, we find Christian Dvorak, Joel Armia, Jake Evans, Michael Pezzetta and David Savard.
The case of defenseman David Savard is undoubtedly the most complex to manage, in particular because of his age and the counterpart that could be very tempting for the Canadiens.
David Savard will generate significant interest on the trade market
Many NHL sources confirm that the 34-year-old veteran's case will be one of the most followed as the March 7 trade deadline approaches.
The excellent beat reporter for the Canadiens Marco D'Amico also mentioned that the interest in Savard could complicate Kent Hughes' task, if he wants to keep him to finish the season.
Two separate and well-placed NHL sources." - Marco D'Amico
In addition, these same sources say that Savard would have a strong chance of being traded, based on information gathered from behind the scenes around the league.
Another Western Conference source indicated that the defenseman could be worth a first-round pick or a top prospect, which would represent a great opportunity for the Canadiens.
If the GM can actually get that much value for Savard, it would be hard to justify not trading him. And if Montreal wants to re-sign him, they can always make him an offer sheet as early as July 1st.
For a team in the midst of a rebuild, giving up that much value would be a risky bet.
