The Montreal Canadiens have completed a trade with the Los Angeles Kings hours ahead of the 2024 NHL Draft.
The Canadiens have announced a trade with the Los Angeles Kings, acquiring the 21st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. In exchange, the Canadiens will send their 26th, 57th, and 198th picks to the Kings.
This trade is beneficial for both teams: the Kings gain more draft picks, while the Canadiens move up in the draft for a chance to select a higher-ranked player.
Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes shared the news, stating:
LAS VEGAS – Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced on Friday that the team has acquired pick no. 21 in the 2024 NHL Draft from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the Club's first round (26th), second round (57th), and seventh round (198th) picks in this year's draft.
In total, the Canadiens have 10 picks at the 2024 NHL Draft.
