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Canadiens' Zegras Deal Falls Through After Draft Pick

4/11/2025

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The Montreal Canadiens were on the brink of acquiring Trevor Zegras from the Anaheim Ducks during the 2024 NHL Draft, but the deal collapsed after they chose Ivan Demidov with the fifth overall pick. Zegras, a gifted forward with 67 goals in 265 games, has faced injury challenges, leaving the door open for future trade talks as Montreal aims to bolster its offense.

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The Montreal Canadiens were on the brink of acquiring Trevor Zegras from the Anaheim Ducks during the 2024 NHL Draft, but the deal collapsed after they chose Ivan Demidov with the fifth overall pick. Zegras, a gifted forward with 67 goals in 265 games, has faced injury challenges, leaving the door open for future trade talks as Montreal aims to bolster its offense.