Nick Bobrov hints Gleb Pugachyov could join the Canadiens earlier than expected

A reputable member of the Canadiens organization, Nick Bobrov, assures that his contractual situation remains flexible.

As reported by Marco D’Amico, the Canadiens seem to have good hope of seeing Gleb arrive in Montreal sooner than expected, because “Dan Milstein is a very good negotiator.”

It is Pugachyov’s development pace that will dictate the next steps, and not any possible problem with his contract in the KHL.

This flexibility opens several doors.

So it really seems to be a possibility!

Gleb Pugachyov’s development will dictate the next steps

It must be remembered how young the player is. At only 18 years old, Pugachyov still has all his time ahead of him.

This flexibility suits the Canadiens well. Nothing forces the organization to rush the steps with a prospect of this age, but if he ever shows that he is ready sooner than expected, yes, he will sign with Montreal sooner than expected.

Pugachyov also adds to a nice wave of prospects.

The Canadiens are accumulating young talent, and nothing forces them to rush them all at once.

His path continues for the moment in the KHL. That is where he continues to refine his game before a possible jump to North America.

Let’s recall the young forward’s very particular profile.

We are talking about a physical player, described as a steamroller by a KHL source.

Rushing such a player would be a mistake, but it might be Pugachyov himself who, through his performances, ends up forcing the organization’s hand.