The Montreal Canadiens have traded Sean Monahan to the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for two first-round picks. The Canadiens are facing depth issues as they slide away from a playoff spot and may make more trades before the deadline. Meanwhile, forward Alex Newhook is nearing a return to the lineup, providing some optimism. The Canadiens have also cut ties with defenseman Nicolas Beaudin. The NHL plans to hold a 4 Nations Face-Off tournament in 2025, replacing the All-Star game. However, the Canadiens are not shopping defenseman David Savard.