Patience isn't a luxury many people in the high-pressure world of professional sports are afforded, Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin has become an unlikely exception to the rule. Youth and skill at centreJesperi Kotkaniemi, 20, and Nick Suzuki, 21, will be key if the Montreal Canadiens are to succeed in the 2021 NHL season. Bergevin's busy off seasonForward Josh Anderson was the most significant addition to the Montreal Canadiens roster this off season. The Habs acquired him in a trade and then signed him to a new 7-year 38.5 million dollar contract. Montreal acquired Anderson through a trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets and signed him to a seven-year, $38.5 million contract extension.

Source: CBC News January 08, 2021 22:52 UTC