NHL Trade Rumors: Canadiens eye September 1 deadline to finalize Carey Price contract move

The Montreal Canadiens are reportedly looking to trade Carey Price’s contract to a Western Conference team by September 1st. General Manager Kent Hughes is willing to include draft picks to acquire a natural center. This move aims to free up cap space, providing roster flexibility for Montreal as they continue their rebuild, especially with Price’s $5.5 million signing bonus due.