On June 27, 2025, the Montreal Canadiens acquired defenseman Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders, securing him under an eight-year, $9.5 million contract. The deal reflects the Canadiens' determination to enhance their lineup as they aim for consistent playoff appearances and a chance at the Stanley Cup. In return, the Islanders received forward Emil Heineman and two first-round picks in the upcoming draft. This trade indicates a strategic shift for the Canadiens, focusing on a promising future with a young, talented defensive lineup.
If there's an opportunity to get a 25-year-old, right-handed shooting, top-pairing, puck-moving defenseman that can play in every scenario -- who is also packaged in a 6-4 frame -- that's a move a GM should make.
Hughes took the latter option with this deal, and it provides the Canadiens with what appears to be one of the more enticing young defensive setups in the NHL.
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