Breaking NHL trade news: The real story behind Noah Dobson’s move to the Montreal Canadiens has been revealed. Contrary to what many believed, Emil Heineman wasn’t just a minor addition in the blockbuster deal – he was ESSENTIAL.
Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts Podcast confirmed: “Dobson wanted to go to Montreal, but I heard the Islanders really wanted Emil Heineman; the Islanders had that ‘identity line’, they felt Heineman could bring them a little bit of that.”
Kent Hughes wouldn’t have been able to complete this major trade without including the 23-year-old forward. The Islanders absolutely loved Heineman’s potential and insisted on his inclusion in the package.
This video breaks down:
– Why the Islanders made Heineman a dealbreaker
– Heineman’s impact with Montreal (18 points in 62 games, including 10 goals)
– His development with the Laval Rocket (38 points in 59 games in AHL)
– What this means for both teams moving forward
– Fan reactions to the trade
– Which young Canadiens prospects have the brightest futures
Drop your thoughts on this trade in the comments! Who do you think got the better end of this deal?
