Could Nazem Kadri Be the Right Fit for the Canadiens?
So here's the buzz going around the hockey world right now—Nazem Kadri could possibly be headed to Montreal. Yeah, that's right. There's some chatter about whether the veteran center might be looking to leave Calgary, and if he does, could the Montreal Canadiens be a good landing spot for him? Sportsnet has been tossing that idea around, and honestly, it’s one that gets fans talking.
Kadri is no stranger to the spotlight—he’s gritty, experienced, and still has a lot of skill to offer. The idea of him joining the Habs brings up a lot of interesting possibilities. Montreal has been developing young talent, but they’ve also made it clear they want a more stable, veteran presence down the middle. Kadri could fill that gap. He brings leadership, playoff experience, and a bit of an edge—something that could complement the youthful energy of guys like Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.
Of course, nothing is confirmed. This is all speculation at this point. But the potential fit is being talked about for good reason. Kadri has had some ups and downs with the Flames, and with Calgary possibly heading into a retool or rebuild, it wouldn’t be a shock if he becomes available. If that happens, you can bet Kent Hughes and the Canadiens front office will at least have a conversation.
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Elsewhere in Habs news, there’s been some reflection on past moves—specifically the Karl Alzner signing. That one didn’t really pan out the way the team had hoped. It’s being looked at now as a cautionary tale of how even well-intentioned decisions can go sideways in free agency.
Also, fans are currently voting in the 2025 edition of the Canadiens' Top 25 Under 25. That’s always a fun one—it gives a good snapshot of where the fanbase sees the young core heading, especially with so many promising prospects in the system.
And looking around the league, the Oilers might have their eyes on Tristan Jarry, the Islanders managed to avoid arbitration with Maxim Tsyplakov by signing him to a two-year extension, and the Avalanche made a trade, acquiring Danil Gushchin for Oskar Olausson.
Meanwhile, Bill Zonnon, a young player inspired by watching P.K. Subban as a kid, is pushing hard for a spot in the NHL, leaning heavily on the confidence that’s gotten him this far.
So yeah, it’s a busy time in the hockey world—and if Kadri does become available, don't be surprised if Montreal throws its hat in the ring.
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