The Montreal Canadiens received a major trade offer during the 2024 draft, as revealed in a recently released internal documentary.
Kent Hughes, the Canadiens' general manager, discussed with Martin Lapointe a potential trade involving the 5th overall pick in exchange for the 2025 first-round pick, which was unprotected, and a second-round pick, if Ivan Demidov was no longer available.
This offer likely came from the Chicago Blackhawks, who had also tried to acquire the 4th overall pick with a similar offer.
Pierre LeBrun had previously noted that the Blackhawks made such an offer for the 4th pick, but the Blue Jackets declined.
Ultimately, Hughes decided to keep the 5th pick and select Demidov, a choice that seems wise given the young player's potential and exemplary attitude.
