The Montreal Canadiens, now further along in their rebuild, need to optimize the ice time for their key players.
In this context, it is crucial for Kent Hughes to find a solution for Christian Dvorak, whose future with the team appears uncertain, especially with the anticipated arrival of Joshua Roy.
Before the 2024-25 season, Hughes must resolve an important dilemma: if Alex Newhook, who replaced Kirby Dach at center, returns to the wing, Roy might not find a spot in the top six.
To maximize Roy's chances of success, trading Dvorak seems to be a priority for Hughes this summer, according to journalist Ryan Szporer from The Hockey Writers.