Eric Engels of Sportsnet: It still appears that Max Pacioretty’s days are numbered in Montreal. It is possible that he remains with the Montreal Canadiens this season, but more likely he’s dealt before the trade deadline, and it’s possible it could happen before the start of training camp.
Any chance of a contract extension to remain in Montreal appear dead.
“I can’t control that situation,” Pacioretty said. “I just gotta worry about what I can control and that is out of my control. I think when it comes down to it, whether it’s Berge or my agent, I’ll have the discussions that are necessary. But, at this point, I can’t control any of that.”
Eric Engels: Max Pacioretty said that there have been no contract negotiations about an extension with the Canadiens.
Kyle Bukauskas: Canadiens GM Marc Bergevin said that he expects Pacioretty to be at training camp “just like every other player.”
Pacioretty has a year left at $4.5 million. Evander Kane landed a seven-year deal at a $7 million cap hit could be a comparable.
TVA Sports: (google translate) Max Pacioretty’s agent Allan Walsh.
“I will not mention what has been said, but there have been a lot of communications in the past two months between Marc Bergevin and me,” said Allan Walsh in an interview with TVA Sports. “I can, however, confirm that no offer has been submitted to Max regarding his future . “
Pat Hickey of the Montreal Gazette: Many teams would be interested signing someone like Max Pacioretty, but the Canadiens aren’t in a rush.
“There are no talks,” Pacioretty said prior to teeing off in the third annual Captain’s Tournament charity event at the Richelieu Valley Golf Club Tuesday.
Canadiens owner Geoff Molson, GM Marc Bergevin and head coach Claude Julien were at Pacioretty’s golf event. Molson and Bergevin wouldn’t comment on Pacioretty’s status.
Pacioretty could be looking at $7 to $8 million on his next deal to help make up for his friendly $4.5 million deal he’s been on.
The Canadiens may not want him at any price and have already tried to trade him at least one. Trade rumors could heat up again at the trade deadline.