Among these, we can highlight the trade of Brett Kulak to Edmonton, which led to the selection of Lane Hutson, as well as the Ben Chiarot trade for a first-round pick, along with the return acquired in the Tyler Toffoli deal.
However, the transaction involving Artturi Lehkonen appears to be the least successful thus far for the Canadiens' GM. In 2022, Hughes sent Lehkonen to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Justin Barron and a second-round pick in 2024. Unfortunately, Barron didn't meet expectations with the Canadiens, while Lehkonen shines with the Avalanche.
With 34 points in 45 games this season, Lehkonen has already amassed 11 points in 10 playoff games. Unless there's a turnaround for Justin Barron and a successful second-round pick this year, it seems that this transaction could be considered Kent Hughes's least successful since taking charge.
