# PLAYER POWER: Montreal Canadiens PUSH Michael Hage for NHL Jump Amid Unusual Stand-Off & Trade News

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Podcast: [Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-canadiens-daily-podcast-on-the-montreal-canadiens-444785)
Published: 2026-06-26T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Montreal Canadiens find themselves at a crossroads as Michael Hage’s future hangs in the balance. Are the Habs pushing too hard to bring their top prospect to the NHL, or will Hage return to the University of Michigan as planned? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down Jeff Gorton’s cryptic comments, the strategic importance of elite centers, and what Hage’s decision could mean for Montreal’s rebuild timeline. Key discussion points include the Canadiens’ trade sending Luke Tuch to the Columbus Blue Jackets for Hunter McKown, Owen Beck’s role in a crowded depth chart, and potential blockbuster moves involving first-round picks to land a second-line center. Is Kirill Marchenko the next Noah Dobson for Montreal? Plus, listeners weigh in on the value of draft picks, roster shakeups, and the evolving expectations for Florian and Arber Xhekaj.

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