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The Montreal Canadiens have made a massive move by acquiring Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders in a blockbuster sign-and-trade deal. Dobson, one of the NHL’s most underrated star defensemen, immediately becomes a cornerstone of Montreal’s blue line. At just 25 years old, Dobson brings size, elite puck-moving ability, and offensive production that few right-shot defensemen can match. This move signals that the Canadiens are serious about accelerating their rebuild and pushing toward playoff contention.
In return, the Islanders received forward Emil Heineman along with the 16th and 17th overall picks in the 2025 NHL Draft. While the price was steep, Montreal gains a top-pairing defenseman locked up long term. Dobson reportedly signed an eight-year contract extension worth $76 million, securing his prime years in a Canadiens uniform.
This trade dramatically reshapes the Canadiens defense core, giving them a true number-one defenseman to play alongside their young talent. For the Islanders, the move reflects a shift toward building for the future through draft capital and younger assets.
Noah Dobson’s arrival in Montreal will have a huge impact on the Canadiens’ lineup, power play, and long-term competitiveness. He is one season removed from a 70-point season and has quietly developed into one of the league’s most productive blueliners.
This is one of the biggest trades of the 2025 NHL offseason and could define the next chapter for both franchises. Stay tuned as we break down the full details, analyze Dobson’s fit in Montreal, and explore what this deal means for the future of both the Canadiens and Islanders.
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Glad to see people are taking notice of what Habs are building. Not only talented players but you can see a team culture and personality evolving
I am dreaming of having a d-core that dismantles any hope of winning for the opposing team. If we have that, and a good goalie, there won't be much stopping this team. I hope they keep Mailloux on the long run and that he develops into the best version of himself, he could become as dominant as Dobes… so much potential, great hands and a killer shot.
Good vid
As the Habs solidify their team with top notch players, the in-house competition for the fewer and fewer positions available on the big team is going to be off the charts! Right now, for example, you have 7 good d-men on the roster but there are maybe another 4 NHL calibre d-men in Laval waiting in the wings. Same thing with the forwards position, we have great NHL calibre forward prospects competing for just a few spots on the Habs roster. The in-house competition will be ferocious and should accelerate the development of the young prospects. How good could a Joshua Roy be if only he worked his tail off this summer to get into the best shape of his life? Anyway, you get the point. If I was one of these young prospects, I would train 8 hours a day , 6 days a week, all summer long to get in the best shape possible..
Yoy have to look at wins with Heineman in the lineup vs him out of the line up
I seen a rumor that Habs offered Beck but Islanders wanted Heineman
With Dobson having a 8 X 9.5M contract, i expect Hutson to have a similar one.
First time watching one of your videos, this was Great, you touched on everything I wanted to hear. Liked and subbed.
heine had calder cnsideration. especially before he was hit by that car.
I like the perspective you give at 5:17
Dobson actually hasn't been very good on the powerplay…Even during his 70 point season so I can very easily see him hitting that mark again multiple times in Montreal.
Great Video.
As a habs fan, I want to throw in that Heineman is a psycho on the forecheck and hits hard. He also has a really good shot. Islanders will love him on the 3rd or 4th line.
There's also Zharovsky, be on the lookout for that kid, he's good!
The key is to give the watchers what they need, at the time they need it!
I know it's a no brainer but too many toobers make vids that are too much for themselves, vis a vis The watchers.
This video was perfect length and timing. Obviously it's not time to talk about the death of the dress code today! lol
But later on. In August, do a longer video on the dress code, if you think it'll be a hit.
Either way Bonne chance et Salut from Montreal Quebec Canada
He’s a good passer and puck distributor, and will really help the team in this way to have two skilled puck movers (remember all the times we get stuck in our zone)
I’m also hoping this helps Arber slot in at the right spot so he can keep growing with less pressure.
suzuki next year might be in selke contention
Just needs another high end Top 6 and a 2C and rebuild completed
Heinemen will be a third liner. Wrong. He will score 20 or push it. And he’s well rounded. He could mature into a second liner actually. Potentially.
Heinemen will be a third liner. Wrong. He will score 20 or push it. And he’s well rounded. He could mature into a second liner actually. Potentially.
Hutson is bad defensively is he? 🤡
Emil got a top 6 E potential but will be a 1st tier 3th liner
Hutson and Dobson might eat some of each others production if they had to solo carry but say if you get Hutson putting up 70-75 points and Dobson 60-65 thats a huge offensive boost any team would take and both players are young and can play heavy minutes already. Florida had two very good balanced powerplays and Montreal could get something Similar with Dobson being able to carry 2nd unit. Could even try a double dman pairing on the powerplay and then and have one of the other good forwards go to 2nd unit to balance. There will just be options for when things go cold and they need a new look.
A farm team for the non tax teams.
Im a lifetime Habs fan. I dont have the same optimism as this post. Maybe because I saw a "talented" Canadiens team get bitch slapped by Washington in the playoffs last season, a team that was then exposed in the next round as not being a serious playoff threat. I know they are still rebuilding, but I think their core DNA looks too similar to the Leafs "all show and no playoff go" teams built by Kyle Dumbas.