Rasmus Ristolainen is being discussed as a potential trade asset, a surprising turn given his injury history and performance. Teams like Toronto and Vancouver have shown interest in him previously. The Philadelphia Flyers, led by Keith Jones and Daniel Briere, may eventually look to trade Ristolainen, particularly with the current slow development of the team.

Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens are facing multiple issues beyond just one trade. With injuries affecting key players like Patrik Laine, the team struggles with depth at center and defensive maturity. The Canadiens are advised to exercise patience and avoid pursuing players like Ristolainen for now.