Carey Price Speaks on possibly Being Traded by the Montreal Canadiens
Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price appears to be concluding his impressive NHL career due to a knee injury. Though not officially retired, the injury has ruled out any return to the ice for Price.
However, the Canadiens face a challenge with Price's substantial contract, running through the 2025-26 NHL season with a hefty cap hit of $10.5 million. While currently managed through long-term injured reserve, the Canadiens may want to use the contract as a tradable asset in the future.
Yet, navigating this is complicated by Price's full no-movement clause, giving him control over potential trades. Despite this, Price has expressed a willingness to help with any trades involving his contract, emphasizing his commitment to aiding the Canadiens in securing the best possible deal.
"For sure, any way I can help now,» Price stated when asked about waiving his no-move clause. «I'm still a part of the team, and if I can help in any way, I'm here.»
This statement opens the door for Canadiens General Manager Kent Hughes to explore trading Price's contract as an asset, possibly to teams seeking to reach the salary cap floor, aligning with the ongoing increase in the NHL salary cap.
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