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Emil Heineman very excited about the deal that made him leave the Canadiens
Mathis Therrien
Emil Heineman very excited about the deal that made him leave the Canadiens
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The start of training camp is fast approaching, with the Montreal Canadiens' annual golf tournament starting on Monday, and the first pre-season game the following Monday, September 22. The Pittsburgh Penguins will be at the Bell Centre, and that's where the real action will begin.

A number of players will be looking to make their mark, in order to cause a surprise and secure an NHL spot for the start of the regular season. It will be interesting to see who this year's Emil Heineman will be, the young surprise of the camp. Speaking of Heineman, he will soon be attending his first practice camp as an established NHL player, when he takes his first steps with the New York Islanders.

The 23-year-old Swedish forward is thrilled to be in New York, and explained that he was very excited about the Noah Dobson trade that sent him to the Islanders.

Indeed, that's what Heineman explained ashe spoke to the New York media for the first time since the deal. The Habs alumnus says he's thrilled about the new opportunity, while explaining that it's a great new adventure for him and his girlfriend.

Heineman explains that, having heard from his agent that his name was being considered for the Islanders, he immediately started looking at and analyzing New York on his phone, while at a soccer game. The Swede had to calm down, however, as he was so excited by the idea of New York as a rumor.

In the end, the deal went through, and Heineman said he was more than ready for the new challenge, and that he was really excited about it. Heineman now heads into training camp as an established player, who should confirm his place in the Islanders line-up. He's confident that he can bring a lot to the Islanders, and that he'll be able to adjust to his new team.

In short, we wish Heineman all the best, and he'll be back at the Bell Centre on February 26, 2026. spacer title='En Rafale'] – An excellent start to the season for Filip Eriksson.

– The complete trade.

– To be continued.

– That's a good thing.

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