Jordan Kyrou to Montreal sparks debate as opinions split around the Canadiens
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Let’s tell it like it is: the name Jordan Kyrou has been making a lot of fans salivate for quite some time now.
With 32 points in 47 games this season in St. Louis, we’re talking about a player who brings real offensive punch.
On paper, there’s no question he would be a major asset to solidify a top-six. At 27 years old, the right winger is in the third year of his contract, which carries an $8.125M cap hit per season.
Grant McCagg poured cold water on the rumors last night. According to him, Kyrou would be a very poor fit for the chemistry in Montreal’s locker room.
There’s no way around it: the Canadiens are currently second in the Atlantic Division with 72 points. The lineup has finally found a balance that works.
Let’s be honest, Kirby Dach and Oliver Kapanen are doing solid work down the middle. Kapanen has surprised everyone with 31 points in 57 games so far.
Jordan Kyrou in Montreal: a fatal mistake or the bold move Kent Hughes is about to make?
“There is a candidate in St. Louis, where they’re open to blowing up the core. The Canadiens chased him a bit last summer. He spent time with Suzuki in the London area. Suzuki and he share the same agent.
What the Canadiens need to get past the first round of the playoffs is no longer a second-line center. It’s Jordan Kyrou, Nick Suzuki’s close buddy.
It’s Kyrou, who posted three straight 30-goal seasons from 2022 to 2025 with the Blues.”
– Nicolas Cloutier
Moving a young player who is still developing to make room for Kyrou’s massive contract? That could be risky for the organization’s quick turnaround.
After all, Kent Hughes already made a move this summer by acquiring Zachary Bolduc in exchange for Logan Mailloux. Bolduc has totaled 23 points in 57 NHL games this season.
Let’s face it, the offense is producing with Nick Suzuki’s 65 points and Cole Caufield’s 32 goals. The urgency to acquire a player like Kyrou is far less obvious.
Now it remains to be seen whether Kent Hughes will choose stability or attempt a major shake-up before the trade deadline. We’re keeping a close eye on this morning.
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