David Ettedgui suggests Sam Bennett as the 3rd center of the CH (and it makes sense)

So far, there are not many players who are significantly disappointing this season with the Canadiens.

Cayden Primeau is one of the names that comes to mind in terms of disappointment, but there is also Christian Dvorak.

For Dvorak, the chances of seeing him next year are quite slim.

Jake Evans is having quite a season and is an excellent bottom-6 center. With Dvorak likely leaving, there would be another center missing from the last two lines for the upcoming season.

To support Evans, David Ettedgui suggested signing Sam Bennett as a third center this summer if he does not re-sign with the Florida Panthers.

And honestly, it makes a lot of sense.

This is what he announced yesterday on BPM Sports.

We know what Bennett can bring to a team, especially in the playoffs, having played a key role in winning the Stanley Cup last summer.

He scored 7 goals and earned 7 assists in 19 games, while playing just over 16 minutes per game during the playoff run.

He doesn’t hesitate to hit and go where it pays off. He is also very effective along the boards.

The Canadiens announced earlier this season that they would be looking to add a rugged forward for the bottom-6.

And even though it would have to wait until this summer, Bennett would be one of the best, if not the best, options for this role.

However, it should not be forgotten that the Canadiens will need to re-sign Evans, and it won’t be cheap. He should be able to command at least $4 million per year, and this, even if it has been a bit tougher for him lately.

If the Canadiens also need to pay good money to acquire Bennett, Kent Hughes will need to keep a close eye on the salary cap for the coming years. Otherwise, he might have to make some tough choices.

Let’s just say I completely trust Kent Hughes for the future of the Canadiens. The Montreal club is in very good hands.

In Brief

— Too bad for the Penguins.

— Interesting.

— Chabot is undoubtedly happy to finally have a regular partner by his side.

— Indeed.

— That’s the least we can say.