The Montreal Canadiens have initiated the trade process for veteran winger Brendan Gallagher, granting agent Gerry Johansson permission to facilitate a deal. Gallagher, who is in the final year of his contract with a $6.5 million cap hit through 2026-27, anticipates moving on after 14 seasons with the team, holding trade protection for influence over his destination. In other news, the St. Louis Blues signed RFA Zach Dean to a one-year deal, while Rasmus Andersson maintains a unique streak of former Jaromir Jagr teammates appearing in the Stanley Cup Final for 46 consecutive seasons.
