
Montreal Eyes Larkin as Canadiens Seek Second-Line Upgrade
With Dylan Larkin’s no‑trade clause and Detroit’s rivalry concerns, the Canadiens are exploring options while the Red Wings bolster their roster with Swiss forward Theo Rochette.
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With Dylan Larkin’s no‑trade clause and Detroit’s rivalry concerns, the Canadiens are exploring options while the Red Wings bolster their roster with Swiss forward Theo Rochette.

Alexander Zharovsky has been working out at the Canadiens' Brossard facility, while Ivan Demidov prepares to re‑join him after a season that saw him lead all rookies in points.

With the trade deadline approaching, Dylan Larkin’s future is the subject of intense speculation, as clubs from Minnesota to Montreal evaluate a potential deal.

Detroit’s front office faces a pivotal decision as star center Dylan Larkin seeks a move, forcing GM Steve Yzerman to weigh a win‑now push, a measured retool or a drawn‑out negotiation that could reshape the franchise.

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes is prioritizing a long‑term contract for Russian rookie Ivan Demidov, who finished second in Calder Trophy voting with 62 points. Demidov has expressed a desire to remain with the Canadiens, train in Montreal with his friend Alexander Zharovsky, and help the team win a Stanley Cup. The club hopes to finalize an eight‑year agreement before new CBA rules limit deals to seven years starting in September 2026.