The Canadiens can thank the Penguins for the major development of a 2024 first-round pick

Rutger McGroarty was in a stalemate with the Winnipeg Jets. Despite being a first-round pick in 2022, he never wanted to commit and sign a contract with the Canadian team.

As a result, he was unable to make his professional debut and ended up spending at least one extra season with the University of Michigan in the NCAA.

Now that he is finally making the jump to the Penguins, it opens up a spot for Michael Hage to start with the NCAA program. This means he will take on a significant role right from his first season.

In summary, the Penguins and Kyle Dubas have created a favorable situation for the Canadiens. Michael Hage will have the opportunity to play one or two full years with the Wolverines before signing his first contract with the Canadiens.

This is great news for Michael Hage's development, who had already impressed during the Canadiens' latest development camp following the draft!

Source: HABSolumentFan
Transaction annoncée par les Jets jeudi: bonne nouvelle pour l'attaquant du Canadien de Montréal Michael Hage