Trade rumors are swirling in Montreal, and this time the spotlight is shining brightly on Jordan Kyrou. As speculation intensifies, the possibility of seeing the dynamic St. Louis Blues forward donning a Canadiens jersey is capturing the imagination of fans across the city.

With respected insiders like Pierre McGuire confirming that Montreal not only has the necessary assets but could finalize the deal as soon as today, anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. All eyes are now on Kent Hughes and the Canadiens’ management team, who hold the keys to a potential blockbuster move that could reshape the roster and energize the fanbase.

As the pieces seem to align perfectly between the player’s interest, the team’s desire, and the Blues’ willingness to trade, the hockey world waits with bated breath to see if this high-profile acquisition will become reality.

Mar 18, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; St. Louis Blues center Jordan Kyrou (25) skates behind the net against the Nashville Predators during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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We’ve talked a lot about the possibility of the Montreal Canadiens acquiring forward Jordan Kyrou from the St. Louis Blues.

This is a very serious rumor, and what we’re hearing about Kyrou and the Canadiens is very reminiscent of what we were hearing about Noah Dobson and the Canadiens just before that trade was announced.

Let’s also not forget this:

In short, we now have another update.

The Canadiens can complete the trade for Jordan Kyrou as early as today if they want to-everything is in place in Montreal to make it happen

According to the well-respected Pierre McGuire, speaking on TSN 690, the Montreal Canadiens absolutely have the assets needed to acquire Jordan Kyrou.

This is starting to line up in an interesting way:

1. The Blues want to trade Jordan Kyrou.
2. The Canadiens are very interested in Jordan Kyrou.
3. Jordan Kyrou wants to play in Montreal.
4. The Canadiens have the necessary assets to get Kyrou.

Indeed, according to McGuire, the Canadiens have more than enough to get a deal done.

Now, it simply comes down to whether Kent Hughes is willing to part with those assets. If so, expect Jordan Kyrou to be wearing a Canadiens jersey when next season begins.

Based on McGuire’s comments, one of those assets could be defenseman Mike Matheson-but Kent Hughes would have to add more.

That “add” seems to be the sticking point right now.

Are we talking about a first-round pick? A prospect like Michael Hage?

To be continued!