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Because Kent Hughes has made a habit of acquiring youngsters like this in recent years: guys who once had high ceilings, but who weren’t in environments conducive to them. We know that the Habs were linked to the file yesterday, but today, via his 32 thoughts podcast , Elliotte Friedman confirmed that indeed, the Jets and the Habs have had discussions regarding the forward.
So, @JeffMarek took the red-eye last night
Here’s a 20-minute 32 Thoughts post-draft stream-of-consciousness that reveals how much I need a co-host.
Links to your preferred platform, here:https://t.co/io7Mr1RceU
– Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) June 30, 2024
The fact that the matter hasn’t been settled doesn’t mean that the possibility of seeing him in Montreal no longer exists, but obviously, both sides failed to close the deal at the draft.
I imagine the Jets wanted the number 12 pick for McGroarty’s services … Remember that the U.S. captain at the most recent World Junior Championship was selected 14th overall in the 2022 draft by Winnipeg. It would probably have been a one-for-one deal, then.
In any case, the McGroart file remains on the table. Regardless, the McGroarty file will be settled eventually, but not now. Martin Necas is another player to keep an eye on, and the forward almost ended up in Ohio… for the fourth overall pick.
Friedman on 32TP: “I do think there were very serious conversations between Columbus and Carolina about the #4 pick, I do think that the Blue Jackets made Necas a contract offer with permission of the Hurricanes, obviously it didn’t get done”
– NHL Watcher (@NHL_Watcher) June 30, 2024
Overtime
– He was a man in demand.
Friedman on 32TP says Sens also wanted Tij Iginla along with Calgary, they picked one spot after Utah.
– NHL Watcher (@NHL_Watcher) June 30, 2024
– The Leafs really want to sign Chris Tanev.
Friedman on Tanev (32TP): “It is believed the Maple Leafs are going to offer at least 6 years to spread out the money over the term”
– NHL Watcher (@NHL_Watcher) June 30, 2024
– Utah could have a whole defense.
Friedman on Utah (32TP): “They are going to be in on Brandon Montour if he hits the market for Florida”
– NHL Watcher (@NHL_Watcher) June 30, 2024
– CF victory.
VICTORY!
A flurry of goals at Saputo Stadium and CF Montreal triumphs for the 5th time this season!
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– RDS (@RDSca) June 30, 2024
– To be continued.
Sources say there is no change to the NHL rights of the Canadian world junior players charged with sexual assault.
That means Dillon Dubé (CGY), Carter Hart (PHI), Michael McLeod (NJ) and Cal Foote (NJ) will become UFA’s if not tendered a qualifying offer by 5 p.m. ET on Sunday.
– Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) June 30, 2024
– They have a good relationship.
NHL : Lane Hutson cheered up his brother Colehttps://t.co/viNuAjUTmb
– RDS (@RDSca) June 29, 2024
– The question arises.
Why no love for the Stanley Cup champion #FlaPanthers at this year’s NHL Draft?https://t.co/E4MyA5YtYS
– George Richards (@GeorgeRichards) June 29, 2024
– Good to know.
While a huge chunk of the NHL is currently scrambling to get home from Las Vegas following the draft, some teams have elected to set up shop here and handle the opening day(s) of free agency remotely from Sin City.
Another byproduct of a congested NHL calendar.
– Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) June 30, 2024
– Nice read.
New, for @TheAthletic with @PierreVLeBrun: What the #TBLightning are up to, Florida and Reinhart, Utah’s defensive haul and other rumblings from the NHL draft floor at the Sphere. https://t.co/yYLw01H16yhttps://t.co/yYLw01H16y
– Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) June 30, 2024
