Canadiens Went All-In Chasing Russian Sharpshooter, Insider Reveals

Montreal's front office was apparently willing to swing big to land a Russian sniper, according to someone with direct knowledge of the negotiations. The Canadiens' aggressive pursuit of this particular talent shows just how serious the organization is about making a splash this offseason. Understanding exactly how far the team was willing to go reveals a lot about their current ambitions and what they think it takes to compete.