Simon Boisvert Proposes Intriguing Canadiens-Canucks Trade Involving Mike Matheson

During a recent episode of the Processus podcast, Mathias Brunet and Simon Boisvert discussed the possibility of the Montreal Canadiens trading Michael Matheson.

The trade suggested would take place during the current season.

Due to the emergence of Lane Hutson, the veteran defenseman has lost his spot on the first power play unit, and Kent Hughes could take advantage of the situation to trade him.

Thus, the man nicknamed The Snake made a suggestion.

A trade proposal between the Montreal Canadiens and the Vancouver Canucks involving Mike Matheson

Here's what he suggested.

"A late first-round pick is easy to get; I would also want to acquire a prospect in return. [...]

A first-round pick, let's say the 22nd overall pick, and Jonathan Lekkerimaki for Mike Matheson, yes, I would do it."

Simon Boisvert

This proposal gives a rough idea of the kind of return the Canadiens organization could expect for Michael Matheson.

It's well known that the Canucks could be a good fit for the Quebec-born defenseman, as they severely lack offensive defensemen beyond Quinn Hughes.

Even though his offensive production has significantly declined this season compared to last, Mike Matheson's value to the Canadiens' young defensemen remains immense.

His experience is an undeniable asset, and with the team finally showing progress in 2024-2025, keeping him for another season could be a worthwhile bet for Kent Hughes.

Matheson will become an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2026, and if the Canadiens are serious playoff contenders next season-as they are this year-the risk of losing him for nothing at that point will no longer be an issue.

You can watch the full Processus episode discussing this rumor by clicking the link below.