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Montreal’s 2022 trade of Jeff Petry and Ryan Poehling to Pittsburgh for Mike Matheson and a draft pick is now a masterclass in smart asset management. While Petry and Poehling fizzled out quickly with limited impact, Matheson has emerged as a cornerstone defenseman — logging heavy minutes, excelling in tough matchups, and mentoring younger stars like Guhle and Xhekaj. The deal delivered immediate stability while fueling long-term growth, cementing GM Kent Hughes’ reputation as a shrewd, forward-thinking architect of the Canadiens’ rebuild.

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