Top 2 Montreal Canadiens players that should be traded this offseason
By Nate Duffett
David Savard
David Savard is a name that stands out as a player the Canadiens should be on the fence about trading. He is a right-shot defenseman all teams are looking for, combining defense and a small portion of offense. Savard is the perfect player for a team trying to contend and would be a massive piece if the Canadiens pull off the improbable. Savard came after beating them in the 2021 Stanley Cup Finals and believed he was joining a contender. However, we all know what happened next. The 2024-25 season is likely Savard's last, and it'd be a perfect end for him to play a playoff game in the Bell Centre.
On the other hand, Savard is the player everyone needs on their team and would fetch a massive haul from the acquiring team. The Canadiens have no guarantees that they'll be a contending team, and some assets acquired for Savard could put them in a better position to win a Stanley Cup in five years instead of only contending for a playoff spot in 2024-25.