The Hage Standoff - Montreal's Power Play With a Young Star

The Montreal Canadiens are in a rare negotiating position with Michael Hage, and this isn't your typical contract dispute. What started as a straightforward path to the NHL has turned into an unusual standoff that involves trade discussions and questions about the player's next move. The Canadiens clearly believe Hage is ready for the jump, but something in these talks has hit a snag that goes beyond the usual agent-GM back-and-forth.