Major trade proposal sends Elias Pettersson to Canadiens in 4-piece deal

That is the bold idea being proposed by player agent and analyst David Ettedgui.

Let’s clarify the nature of this exercise from the outset.

This is a proposal, not a reported rumor. We are talking about a trade offer suggested by Ettedgui, which, according to his sources, appears to make good sense.

The idea stems from the Gallagher situation.

Discussions surrounding a potential deal between the Canadiens and the Vancouver Canucks have been generating buzz for weeks.

Ettedgui suggests taking advantage of that.

The reasoning is based on a legitimate need.

Montreal is looking for a high-end left-shot second-line center.

Proposal: Include Elias Pettersson in the Brendan Gallagher trade

Pettersson has previously been a highly dominant player.

It is worth remembering that he has produced multiple 100-point seasons and was once considered one of the five best centers in the NHL.

Ettedgui’s proposal relies on salary retention (from Vancouver) to reduce the impact of Pettersson’s contract.

Here is his proposed trade:

Ettedgui also believes that a change of scenery would help Pettersson return to being an elite player.

Nothing suggests that the Canadiens are actually considering this scenario, but the idea illustrates how acquiring a top center could come through a variety of different avenues.