Renaud Lavoie links Luke Schenn to the Canadiens as a possible defensive addition

The Canadiens are giving us one heck of a season. With a 32-17-8 record and second place in the Atlantic Division, the offense is firing on all cylinders.

But let’s agree on one thing: to make a real run in the spring, you need muscle on the blue line.

The name Luke Schenn is circulating more and more within the Canadiens’ organization. The 36-year-old veteran is finishing up his $2.75 million contract with the Winnipeg Jets.

Schenn isn’t the type of player who will light up the scoreboard, but he’s a big, battle-tested presence who knows how to win. He has totaled 1 goal and 5 assists in 42 NHL games this season. His -9 rating doesn’t tell the full story of his physical impact.

Let’s be honest, the current defensive group is young and offense-minded, with players like Lane Hutson and Noah Dobson.

Kent Hughes could see Schenn as the perfect insurance policy for a playoff battle. His experience as a two-time Stanley Cup champion is an undeniable asset.

Why Luke Schenn could be the missing piece on the Canadiens’ blue line

We’re not talking about a move that would cost the organization an arm and a leg. A third-round pick could be enough to convince the Jets to part ways with their right-shot defenseman.

It’s the kind of solid reinforcement Montreal needs to protect the crease.

The Canadiens have scored 197 goals, the third-highest total in the league. However, the 183 goals allowed show that stronger execution in the defensive zone is needed.

Schenn would bring that immediate stability without the miscues.

The idea of seeing such a respected veteran mentor the young core is certainly appealing.

The coming days will tell whether Hughes decides to make a move to solidify his rebuild.

We’re keeping a close eye on this, as the situation could move quickly before the weekend.