Canadiens Rumors: Western Conference Team Linked To David Savard

According to NHL Trade Rumor.com's Rob Ellis, the Dallas Stars have emerged as key players in the 2024 NHL season trade speculation, with a growing buzz surrounding their interest in Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Savard.

Savard's reputation for formidable defensive skills and wealth of experience has firmly placed him on the Stars' radar, as they look to shore up their blue line in their quest for a playoff spot.

The potential acquisition of Savard by the Dallas Stars has captured the attention of hockey enthusiasts, as it promises to bring a seasoned, defensively reliable presence to the team.

David Savard makes so many smart plays/passes in his own zone that allow #Habs to break out. #HabsIO
— Stu Cowan (@StuCowan1) January 1, 2024

So far this season, the 33-year-old has scored three goals and seven total points, along with a -1 plus/minus rating across 15 games this season.

However, the trade discussions also carry inherent risks for Dallas, notably involving the rumored exchange of their 2024 first-round draft pick.

This potential trade underscores the Stars' ambition to make a deep playoff run and their belief in Savard's immediate impact on their quest for Stanley Cup success.

Over his 13-year NHL career, Savard has amassed 50 goals and 210 total points across 750 games played.

Nick Suzuki and David Savard set up a good chance for Caufield. pic.twitter.com/b5Y1UJ4KNL
— Marc Dumont (@MarcPDumont) January 1, 2024

Simultaneously, it signals the Canadiens' potential strategy to rejuvenate their roster with a valuable draft pick while parting ways with a valuable player like Savard.

The Stars currently hold a 22-10-4 record, sitting third in the Central Division, three points behind the Colorado Avalanche for the division lead.

The Montreal Canadiens hold a 16-16-5 record, sitting sixth in the Atlantic Division, five points behind the New Jersey Devils for the second Wild Card spot. Photo Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports