On February 14, 2022, the Montreal Canadiens traded Tyler Toffoli to the Calgary Flames in exchange for a first-round pick in 2022, Emil Heineman, Tyler Pitlick, and a fifth-round pick in 2023.
Kent Hughes justified this decision based on Toffoli's market value and his reasonable contract. Toffoli was a quality offensive player, appreciated by his teammates and fans. Although his time in Montreal was short, he and his girlfriend expressed their love for the city.
With Toffoli set to become a free agent this summer, a potential return to the Canadiens could interest Hughes. A recent photo on Toffoli's wife's Instagram, showing a Canadiens jersey in a plastic bag, fuels speculation:
Taken in Toronto, where the couple attended a Blue Jays game, this image raises questions about Toffoli's intentions.
