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We have a major statement to report regarding the future of forward Kirby Dach with the Montreal Canadiens.
David Ettedgui publicly claims that Kirby Dach has played his very last game in a Montreal Canadiens uniform. Wow!
According to him, the decision to move on had already been made even before his recent injury suffered against the Anaheim Ducks at the Bell Centre.
The analyst believes that the forward’s heavy medical history over the past few years fully justifies this inevitable separation.
Continuing this partnership would no longer bring anything positive to the organization, in his view.
Kirby Dach has certainly shown some very nice offensive flashes since being acquired in a major move by general manager Kent Hughes, but he seems completely unable to truly take off.
Unfortunately, constantly ending up on the injured list significantly reduces his trade value and overall usefulness to the team.
Has Kirby Dach really played his last game in Montreal?
“It was already over for him in Montreal before his latest injury”
– David Ettedgui
Management must inevitably grow tired of never being able to rely on him.
Moving on would free up an important roster spot, precisely to give an opportunity to a young prospect on the rise (like Michael Hage).
Several young talents could also be knocking hard on the door of the big club as early as next training camp.
Michael Hage, Florian Xhekaj, and Owen Beck will all be extremely hungry to crack head coach Martin St-Louis’ regular lineup.
Can we also add the name of young Alexander Zharovsky to the mix?
Pulling the plug on this thorny situation is an option that will certainly be discussed in the Canadiens’ front office very soon.
Kirby Dach, 25, is currently sidelined. We’re talking about a 6-foot-4 forward who was a first-round pick of the Chicago Blackhawks in 2019.
Michael Hage, 20, is currently playing in the NCAA. We’re talking about a 6-foot-1 forward who was a first-round pick of the Montreal Canadiens in 2024.
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