As a key executive move made by GM Kent Hughes by trading away Carey Price's contract, we now know that the team and franchise itself are headed in the right direction. This was the most prominent move that was to be made by the GM, and now, to take the steps to procure a Stanley Cup-worthy team will be on the mind of the fans.
This ensures that the team will be met with specific criteria for their list and be the baseline of moves made accordingly. Who will they acquire with the extra cap space, and who will go from the team, as now is the time to buy into the hype?
What happens next for this team, now that the upcoming season is approaching in less than 35 days? Will management acquire a star goaltender or go after a top-six forward? In my opinion, the team should look to procure depth in the bottom-six lineup as well.
Where the players on the Habs roster focus should be
At this point, the players on the Montreal Canadiens' roster should now focus on their respective gameplay, where the team needs to perform under a positive influence. Taking charge of the games by playing precise scoring at the right time is still beneficial to their game; however, utilizing a depth scoring approach of rapid attacks may reveal the dominance of this team.
The media will be watching by observing this team's chemistry and commenting on where the team needs improvement. This is where the fun part of GM Kent Hughes' magic bag of tricks comes out and provides the roster a boost.
The need for speed will be the key focus, and where the team will need a physical presence, courtesy of the defensive unit. It is at a productive level, with players making a genuine combination in the top four. But it may also need a boost in the bottom four. Depending on the level of skill required.