We know the three players targeted by Kent Hughes to replace Patrik Laine alongside Kirby Dach

While GM Kent Hughes may be considering a trade to reinforce the roster, several promising young players within the organization could seize this opportunity.

Three standout names could potentially replace Laine:

1. Oliver Kapanen: A second-round pick by the Canadiens in 2021, Kapanen has excelled during training camp and could be an attractive option for the team. His offensive skills and impressive development in Finland-where he recorded 34 points in 51 games last season-might earn him a spot on the main roster.

2. Alex Barré-Boulet: This forward possesses undeniable offensive abilities and has already demonstrated his capacity to create scoring opportunities. His experience and talent make him a strong candidate to temporarily fill Laine's absence.

3. Emil Heineman: Like Barré-Boulet, Heineman offers offensive prowess and a strong shot. If he can impress the coaching staff during the remaining preseason games, he could find himself in an advantageous position to break into the top six.

Another possibility is Joshua Roy, who performed well last season alongside Christian Dvorak and Josh Anderson. Roy could be promoted to the second line to help mitigate Laine's absence.

Source: HABSolumentFan
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