Kirby Dach's Montreal Crossroads | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Kirby Dach’s Montreal Canadiens dream is fading fast—once seen as a top-line savior, he’s now battling for his future in a rebuilding locker room. Acquired via a high-stakes trade involving Alexander Romanov, Dach showed flashes of brilliance late last season but hasn’t replicated that magic. His inconsistent play, poor faceoff numbers, and lack of a defined role have pushed him down the lineup, with younger players like Bolduc and Texier stepping up. With his contract expiring and a new one-year deal in place, Dach must prove he can be a reliable contributor—preferably in a fourth-line…