Montreal’s Smart Rebuild Move | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 1, 2026 · 1m

Montreal’s bold 2022 trade of Tyler Toffoli to Calgary—despite his playoff heroics—was a masterstroke in rebuilding, swapping a fading star for high-upside assets: Heineman, picks, and future flexibility. While Toffoli thrived elsewhere, Montreal’s real win? Turning Heineman into a cornerstone for Noah Dobson and landing a solid first-rounder. This quiet move proves their rebuild strategy: sacrifice short-term glory for long-term depth, and the results are already paying off. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…