During the 2023 draft, Kent Hughes and the Canadiens' front office decided to overlook Marvei Michkov.
Eventually, it was the Flyers who selected him at the 8th overall pick, but the Russian could still indirectly help the Habs.
Rumors suggest that Michkov might become available to come to North America as early as the 2024-25 season, two years earlier than expected. This is a significant development.
According to Marc Antoine Godin from Radio-Canada, Michkov's arrival could prompt Daniel Brière to consider trading Joel Farabee, and this could be beneficial for Kent Hughes.
