A statement from Alain Crête on BPM Sports has reignited speculation around Sidney Crosby and the Montreal Canadiens.
Crête confirmed outright that Kent Hughes is closely monitoring the situation and that the Penguins have even been trying to trade him for over a year.
For the first time in several months of discussions, this isn't just a rumor behind the scenes, but an actual scoop broadcast live on Montreal radio.
"You know, I can confirm that Kent Hughes is following Crosby's situation right now." said Alain Crête on BPM Sports.
He later added that if the Pittsburgh Penguins experience a rough start to the season (which is very likely), "Sid" could quickly become the center of serious trade negotiations, and the Canadiens would be a perfect destination.
The Penguins have been trying to trade Crosby for over a year
Still according to Crête, the Penguins' management isn't waiting for a dramatic drop in performance to take action:
"Sidney Crosby! If the Penguins start the season with 3 wins and 15 losses, well, let's say, maybe then.. And what I'm being told, what I learned yesterday, is that the Penguins have been trying to trade Crosby for more than a year now." - Alain Crête
Statements like this inevitably provoke reactions, especially in Montreal, as we know well.
Personally, I find the idea fascinating.
No need to remind you, but with a core already containing names like Suzuki, Caufield, Hutson, Ghule, and Demidov, adding a player of this caliber would completely transform the Canadiens' ambitions overnight.
Even though Crosby is an icon in Pittsburgh, his future could change quickly if the Penguins struggle this season.
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