As the Montreal Canadiens’ COVID-forced pause continues, the speculation and rumor mills continue to keep rolling. With the Habs currently at the bottom of the NHL standings, it won’t be surprising to see team management look to make trades to move out assets for futures.
With executive vice president Jeff Gorton likely looking to begin a rebuild of sorts, it is not surprising that a player such as Tyler Toffoli is being mentioned around the league as an asset for any contending team. A move to a new team could be a good fit not only for Toffoli, but also for the Canadiens who must maximize any return while shedding salary as well.
Toffoli’s Impact on Canadiens
Toffoli is an NHL coach’s dream as he provides predictable, consistent play. Defensively, he is well-positioned, anticipates plays, and can break up a cycle or pressure the defender into rushing a play. His positioning also provides his own defenders an outlet to start the transition game.
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