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Canadiens Draft Depth with Size Focus
Montreal Canadiens pull off a draft masterclass, trading up to land Russian forward Gleb Pugachyov—a 6-foot-3, 200-plus-pound physical presence with elite skating and gritty play. They follow up with offensive-minded defenseman Timofei Runtso, who exploded with 44 points in the WHL, then add depth with Cooper Cleaves—a mature, reliable defenseman from Dartmouth—and Brayden Klimpke, a two-way blueliner with strong puck-moving instincts. The Canadiens stick to their blueprint: size, grit, and defensive development, laying a strong foundation for the future. Support the show:Get a discount at…
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