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Carey Price Trade Looms as Canadiens Seek Flexibility

9/3/2025

Summary

Story summary

Carey Price, former goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens, is likely to be traded as his contract is marketed.
His contract has a $10.5 million cap hit, with only $2 million in actual salary remaining.
The Canadiens may include draft picks to facilitate the trade due to salary cap constraints.
Teams like the San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks are potential trade candidates, but success is uncertain.
The Canadiens seek roster flexibility and aim to acquire a second-line center if Price's contract is offloaded.

History

Historical Context

The NHL introduced a salary cap in 2005 after a lockout, reshaping team financial strategies. The Montreal Canadiens now face a $10.5 million cap hit from Carey Price's contract, necessitating careful roster management. Similar to the 2016 trade of Andrew Ladd, teams often include draft picks to address salary cap challenges, highlighting the ongoing need for adaptation in a competitive environment.

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Story summary

Carey Price, former goaltender for the Montreal Canadiens, is likely to be traded as his contract is marketed.
His contract has a $10.5 million cap hit, with only $2 million in actual salary remaining.
The Canadiens may include draft picks to facilitate the trade due to salary cap constraints.
Teams like the San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks are potential trade candidates, but success is uncertain.
The Canadiens seek roster flexibility and aim to acquire a second-line center if Price's contract is offloaded.

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