The Canadiens, in the midst of a rebuild, currently have three goalies on their roster. With
Samuel Montembeault taking the lead,
Primeau and veteran
Jake Allen emerge as potential trade assets. While Primeau has shown improvement this season after earlier struggles in the NHL, his experience is limited to 28 games. In contrast,
Gibson brings a wealth of experience but also comes with a higher price tag. With the Devils just one point shy of a wild card spot in the East, the urgency for a goaltending move is evident. Time is of the essence for the Devils front office to make a decision.