Former 9th Overall Pick Available in a Sean Monahan Trade? It Is a Real Possibility
In recent days, Sean Monahan's name has increasingly appeared in various trade rumors. The 29-year-old forward is attracting a lot of attention from several general managers looking to add a center player as the playoffs approach.
According to information reported by Frank Seravalli, Kent Hughes has concluded an agreement with the former Calgary Flames player to trade him to a contending team or a team of his choice by the trade deadline. If this information is true, it seems that Sean Monahan's days in Montreal could be numbered.
Certainly, Monahan's recent performances should greatly help his general manager raise the stakes. He has been excellent both offensively and defensively. Indeed, Sean Monahan is on track to have his best season since 2018-2019, having accumulated 13 goals and 21 assists, totaling 34 points in 48 games. Continuing at this rate, he would reach 58 points, a real bargain for a forward earning less than two million dollars.
Furthermore, according to Rob Ellis, a major trade involving three elements, including a former ninth overall pick, is currently being discussed between the Montreal Canadiens and the Vancouver Canucks. According to him, Kent Hughes would retain 50% of Sean Monahan's salary to acquire the Canucks' first-round pick and the prospect Vitali Kravtsov.
The latest rumors suggest a significant trade between the Canadiens and the Canucks. The proposed trade would see the Canadiens trading Sean Monahan, retaining 50% of his salary, in exchange for Vitali Kravtsov and the Canucks' 2024 first-round pick." - Rob Ellis
Selected by Jeff Gorton 9th overall in the 2018 draft, Vitali Kravtsov was considered one of the most talented forwards in his class. Unfortunately, the 24-year-old has never managed to establish himself in the NHL, playing only 64 games with the New York Rangers and the Vancouver Canucks.
Now back in the KHL, although his rights still belong to the Canucks, the former first-round pick has accumulated 16 goals and 15 assists (31 points) in 44 games with Traktor Chelyabinsk. Despite his difficulties in breaking into the NHL, there is no doubt that he has very interesting potential, potentially able to meet the expectations under the guidance of Martin St-Louis.
Sean Monahan, despite suffering injuries throughout his career, brings great experience and a knack for crucial plays. His potential integration into the Canucks' lineup could bring them the depth and composure needed for high-pressure playoff games.
The Canadiens, for their part, are considering a rebuild focusing on accumulating assets for the future. Kravtsov, a promising young talent, along with a first-round pick, could fit perfectly into their long-term strategic vision." - Rob Ellis
Of course, the big piece of this transaction would certainly be the 2024 first-round pick. Despite the fact that Rick Tocchet's team is currently in the second place in the overall standings, the Canucks have always struggled to succeed in the playoffs, which could perhaps allow the CH to get a top-20 pick.
However, given Sean Monahan's excellent current performances, we are right to wonder if the general manager of the Bleu-Blanc-Rouge, Kent Hughes, could obtain a more attractive return for his center player.
Sean Monahan for a first-round pick and Vitali Kravtsov, would you do it?
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27 JANVIER | 520 ANSWERS Former 9th Overall Pick Available in a Sean Monahan Trade? It Is a Real Possibility Would you trade Monahan for a 1st and Kravtsov? |
| Yes | 291 | 56 % |
| No | 229 | 44 % |
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