It has just been confirmed for Vladimir Tarasenko and the Montreal Canadiens
Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton have not hidden their desire to sign an impactful forward this week through the NHL free agency market.
After missing the opportunity to sign Steven Stamkos or Jonathan Marchessault, all indications are that they tried with Vladimir Tarasenko.
The one who ultimately signed with the Detroit Red Wings yesterday, and who will be back alongside Patrick Kane, was indeed on the radar of Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens according to information from Pierre McGuire.
The Montreal Canadiens attempted to sign Vladimir Tarasenko, confirmed by Pierre McGuire!
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One has to wonder if there's a connection to be made with Ivan Demidov, who should be there in a year." - Charles-Alexis Brisebois
In short, it is really interesting to learn that the Montreal Canadiens attempted to sign Vladimir Tarasenko.
The rumor had circulated over the past few hours, but now it is confirmed.
Tarasenko, 32 years old, 6 feet 1 inch and 220 pounds, was the 16th overall pick by the St. Louis Blues in 2010 (1st round) and has accumulated 629 points in 751 career games in the National Hockey League, including 293 goals.
He notably scored 55 points during the 2023-2024 season.
Credit: DansLesCoulisses
Vladimir Tarasenko : le Canadien était intéressé
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