As reported by several journalists, star forward Patrick Kane is very close to making a return to play. Consequently, this also means that he is on the verge of securing a new contract for the rest of the season.
In connection with a potential signing, insider Elliotte Friedman has stated that a decision could come very soon, and one of the aggressive teams in the matter at the moment is notably the Florida Panthers.
The 35-year-old American wants to join a team that could compete for a championship, which means that this could complicate salary negotiations, given that these teams are normally very tight under the salary cap.
However, as the excellent commentator Marc-Olivier Beaudoin pointed out, this is where the Montreal Canadiens could become a major player in Kane's return to play.
With just over $5 million available in their salary cap, Kent Hughes could become a backup plan to acquire a contract, in addition to a generous contribution, to help the team that wishes to add number 88 to its roster.
We are beginning to understand Hughes's approach, who is a very active GM taking advantage of all opportunities that can benefit his organization. He has the resources to make a splash and has himself admitted that he wants to use his flexibility under the cap to make a potential trade.
