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Montreal’s young core is the future, and the front office is betting big on development over flashy trades. With Lane Hutson speeding toward stardom, Noah Dobson refining his defensive IQ, and Kaiden Guhle building strength to stay healthy, the defense is getting serious upgrades. Arber Xhekaj’s physicality is sharpening into smarter play, while Jayden Struble and Adam Engstrom need to prove they belong. On offense, Nick Suzuki is dialing in his shot and faceoffs, Cole Caufield is adjusting tactics after playoff struggles, and Juraj Slafkovsky is growing into a terrifying physical force. Oliver Kapanen, Zachary Bolduc, Alex Newhook, and Alexandre Texier are all chasing consistency, with Texier’s new contract giving him a shot at stardom. And Kirby Dach? He’s rehabbing hard, hoping his next season is his breakout one.

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