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Brendan Gallagher situation: Canucks hoping for a sweet deal from Canadiens

The Brendan Gallagher saga is far from over. He thanked the Montreal Canadiens organization and its fans during the season's final news conference, but since then, we're still waiting to find out where he'll play next season.

We know there have been discussions with the Vancouver Canucks, and everything points in that direction for Gally. 

We know he has some value on the market, but what's preventing a resolution to this situation?

The Habs' lack of generosity, according to insider Pierre LeBrun.

LeBrun mentions once again that the two teams have been in talks, but he thinks the deal isn't done yet because the Canucks are waiting for a sweetener from the Habs.

I imagine an additional draft pick to take on Gallagher's contract is one of Vancouver's demands.

I know there's only one year left on Gallagher's contract, but if a late-round pick (fourth round or later) is all it takes to make the trade happen, there isn't much stopping Kent Hughes from going through with it.

If the requested “sweetener” is more substantial, that's a different story. Gallagher will be expensive for one season, that's true, but he'll be able to bring a positive culture and leadership to a team that needs it, especially if it's in the midst of a rebuild.

Vancouver has nothing to lose by acquiring Gallagher — quite the opposite. At the same time, knowing Hughes, he won't force anything.

In a nutshell

– Controversial picks.

– Another move for him?

– Stay tuned for updates.

This article first appeared on Dose.ca and was syndicated with permission.

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