It was a week to remember for the Montreal Canadiens, as the team’s front office made waves across the hockey world with a series of bold and strategic moves. With General Manager Kent Hughes and Executive Vice President Jeff Gorton at the helm, the Canadiens not only secured a major defensive upgrade but also made headlines at the NHL Draft.

The acquisition of elite defenseman Noah Dobson instantly grabbed the spotlight, signaling the team’s intent to compete at the highest level. Yet, the excitement didn’t stop there. The Canadiens’ draft strategy was equally impressive, highlighted by a savvy selection that has experts and fans alike buzzing with anticipation. As the dust settles on a whirlwind week, it’s clear that Montreal’s leadership is determined to reshape the franchise’s future. The decisions made during these pivotal days could very well define the next era of Canadiens hockey, leaving supporters eager to see how these new additions will impact the team’s fortunes on the ice.

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It was definitely a big week for Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens.

What caught the most attention, of course, was the acquisition of elite defenseman Noah Dobson, but the Habs also appear to have made some very solid moves at the draft.

One of those great moves is named Alexander Zharovsky.

While appearing on TVA, sports journalist Nicolas Cloutier had a lot to say about this very successful acquisition for Montreal.

Successful Acquisition for the Canadiens With Alexander Zharovsky in the Second Round

Here are a few of his key statements.

“It would’ve been a failure if they hadn’t managed to turn some of those picks into immediate help.

And that’s exactly what GM Kent Hughes and his team did [with the acquisition of Noah Dobson].”

– Nicolas Cloutier

But that’s not all.

The journalist also emphasized that the Habs pulled off a big move by getting their hands on young forward Zharovsky.

“He was ranked in the top 15 by the Canadiens,” Cloutier noted.

“The Canadiens hit a home run,” he added, mentioning that the team’s plan was executed to perfection.

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Nicolas Cloutier also added that Kent Hughes seriously tried to make a trade to acquire a late first-round pick on Friday night specifically to select Zharovsky.

But in the end, the young forward was still available at 34th overall, and that’s when Kent Hughes finally made his move.

“No one in the organization is going to brag, but the Canadiens are no doubt laughing their heads off right now.

We might be talking about this draft for a long time in Montreal.”

– Nicolas Cloutier

Things are looking promising moving forward!