Canadiens Trade Sean Monahan to Jets for First-Round Draft Pick

The Montreal Canadiens traded Sean Monahan to the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a 2024 first-round draft pick and a conditional 2027 third-round draft pick. The Canadiens received high praise for their asset management, acquiring Monahan at a low point, allowing him to regain value, and then selling high for a significant return. On the other hand, the Jets were criticized for overpaying for a player with defensive flaws and uncertain production, despite the need for a center. Overall, the Canadiens received an A+ grade for the trade, while the Jets received a C+ grade.