The Montreal Canadiens are actively exploring trade options for players with expiring contracts, according to Dave Pagnotta. Key players like Jake Evans, Christian Dvorak, and Joel Armia could attract interest from teams looking to bolster their rosters.

Pagnotta suggests that the Canadiens may make moves before the trade deadline, especially with their flexibility to retain salary on one deal. The team's strategy may involve making smaller trades in the months leading up to March, rather than a flurry of activity on deadline day.