Quiet Offseason: Hughes Patience vs Fan Frustration

Montreal has been quiet despite $9.8M in cap space. New analysis suggests sign-and-trade deals for unsigned RFAs Florian Xhekaj and Zachary Bolduc could be imminent before the CBA change (Sept. 16 camp deadline), offering a plausible explanation for the delay. This validates Hughes' patience and cap flexibility. Training camp battles for Beck, Xhekaj/Struble, and Montembeault add urgency.