Why The Canadiens Should Bring Back Thomas Vanek

Mar 27, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; Montreal Canadiens left wing Thomas Vanek (20) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal in the third period against the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena. Montreal won 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

The Montreal Canadiens need to add a top-six scoring forward this summer, no questions asked. If I were Marc Bergevin, until someone told me “it is not going to happen”, the only player I would have my eye on is Thomas Vanek.

Allow me the chance to say what I have to say before you throw Vanek’s jockstrap at me.

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Many Habs fans say he has played his last game as a Canadien.

Here are some reasons why I think he could and should end up back in Montreal.