Brendan Gallagher’s Montreal Farewell | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 29, 2026 · 1m

Brendan Gallagher, the fearless warrior who gave everything for 14 seasons with the Canadiens, is traded to the Canucks — with Montreal retaining half his salary to make it work. A fifth-round pick turned captain, he played 911 games, battled through injuries, and became a folk hero with his relentless grit and trademark grin. His legacy as a true warrior is secure, even as his body finally caught up to his intensity. Fans say goodbye to a player who never quit — and who helped lead Montreal to the Stanley Cup Final. Now, he heads west for a new chapter, leaving behind a legacy etched in…