Overview
- TSN’s Pierre LeBrun reports Blake Coleman is a priority target for Montreal, and Pro Hockey Rumors adds the Canadiens and Flames have discussed him with nothing imminent.
- Montreal intends to reassess needs after the NHL trade freeze on Feb. 4 and the Olympic break running Feb. 6–26, with the trade deadline on March 6.
- Coleman leads Calgary with 13 goals and a plus-12 rating in 43 games, plays key penalty‑kill minutes, and carries a $4.9 million AAV with one season left after this year.
- Calgary has fielded widespread interest and may hold unless offers are strong, reflecting a seller’s market and the winger’s leadership value in their room.
- The 34‑year‑old holds a 10‑team approved list, and analysts note age, cap hit, and an elevated shooting percentage as factors likely to temper Montreal’s price.