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New Clues Point to Possible Kris Letang Acquisition by the Montreal Canadiens


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Gabriel Sami
August 2, 2025  (3:42 PM)
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Pittsburgh Penguins Defenseman Kris Letang (left) Montreal Canadiens Jersey (right)
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Just weeks away from the start of NHL training camps, Pittsburgh Penguins star defenseman Kristopher Letang is drawing attention in Brossard.

In recent days, the Quebec-born blueliner has been spotted multiple times at the CN Sports Complex, skating and training alongside players from the Montreal Canadiens.
Although Letang has no contractual ties to the Montreal organization, his presence in the Canadiens' training environment hasn't gone unnoticed.
Letang traditionally spends his summers in Quebec, and this kind of offseason collaboration isn't unusual in the world of professional hockey.
The Brossard Complex is a popular training spot during the offseason, where many NHL players-regardless of team affiliation-gather to stay in shape and keep their game sharp.
At 38 years old, Letang remains one of the most respected defensemen in the league. A three-time Stanley Cup champion with Pittsburgh, he has shown remarkable longevity despite serious health issues over the years, including two strokes and multiple major injuries.
According to Penguins insider Josh Yohe, Kyle Dubas could be looking to make some big trades ahead of training camp.
Josh Yohe: Re Penguins: "A big trade or two feels likely before training camp" "Dubas hasn't received offers that meet his liking yet but he is fully committed to a rebuild" - The Athletic (7/28)

A Future Mentor for the Canadiens' Young Defensemen?

On the Canadiens' side, his presence could be beneficial to the team's young defensemen, who are taking the opportunity to observe-and sometimes even interact with-a veteran whose experience is invaluable.
Letang reportedly spent time on the ice with players like Kaiden Guhle, Lane Hutson, and Arber Xhekaj, according to witnesses present during the training sessions.
This isn't just a few laps around the rink-it's full-on training alongside high-level professionals. It may not mean anything official, but Letang seems closer to the Canadiens' players than he's ever been before...
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