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Important last-minute change on defense involving David Savard and a young prodigy
The Canadiens are deep into training camp, and if there's one player caught in trade rumors, it's David Savard, whether he likes it or not.
The defenseman will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, and given his profile as a player, he will be highly sought after as the playoffs approach. A right-handed defenseman who can log significant minutes, sacrifices himself to block shots, and plays hard is a rare find.
For now, he remains part of the Canadiens and will be crucial for the young players coming into the organization. David is a quality mentor and has proven time and again that he is the right person to teach the ropes to younger players.
This is where it gets interesting. Paired with Arber Xhekaj before his injury last season, David Savard helped elevate Xhekaj's game significantly. Their pairing was very beneficial for both.
At the end of last season, Lane Hutson also received Savard's support during their two games together, and that will continue tonight, even with Arber Xhekaj in the lineup.
This demonstrates the Canadiens' strong interest in young Lane Hutson. If he is paired with David Savard, it indicates a desire for him to continue developing with a solid mentor by his side, fostering chemistry between them.
"What stands out most in this formation: Lane Hutson is playing left of David Savard. Just like in his two games at the end of the season. I have the impression that this is the CH's plan for October 9!
The pairing of Xhekaj and Barron could very well be the third pair for the opening game."
- Marc-Olivier Beaudoin
The pairing of Xhekaj and Barron could very well be the third pair for the opening game."
- Marc-Olivier Beaudoin
These are merely speculations, especially at the beginning of camp, but we're starting to get a sense of what Martin St-Louis has in mind!
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