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Kent Hughes could very well surprise us between now and March 3.<\/p>\n
According to insider Pierre LeBrun, the Canadiens\u2019 blazing finish to the season is dramatically changing the outlook moving forward.<\/p>\n
The Montreal Canadiens are showing character, and their recent on-ice success is forcing management to reconsider its cautious strategy. You can feel that the organization now has the confidence needed to make a move.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s be honest, the rebuild is progressing faster than expected.<\/p>\n
With solid execution and a quick transition game, Martin St-Louis\u2019 group is shaking up the Atlantic Division.<\/p>\n
Truth be told, no one expected the club to be this competitive at this point in the year.<\/p>\n
Kent Hughes has always said he would be cautious, but the opportunity to add a major asset has now become real.<\/p>\n
“We\u2019d like to be aggressive, and we will be, if need be.<\/p>\n
Kent and I spend a lot of time analyzing that next thing, and we\u2019re in a phase where whatever we do next is really important to get right.”<\/p>\n
– Jeff Gorton<\/p>\n
It\u2019s simple: the picture changes when your young players consistently begin to establish themselves. We can agree that the salary cap situation provides a certain level of flexibility to absorb a contract if the right offer comes along.<\/p>\n
At the Bell Centre, the atmosphere is electric, and fans feel that something special is building. The conversation is no longer about unloading veterans, but rather about solidifying the lineup for the future.<\/p>\n
A major trade in the Canadiens\u2019 plans<\/p>\n
We\u2019re seeing a much more fluid offensive production, which gives the general manager ammunition to improve his team.<\/p>\n
If an opportunity arises for an impact player, Hughes won\u2019t just stand by and watch the train pass.<\/p>\n
All of Montreal is waiting to see whether the GM will pull a rabbit out of his hat after the Olympic Break.<\/p>\n
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