The Montreal Canadiens have made plenty of moves this off-season, but it is fair to argue that they should not be done yet. When looking at their roster, it is apparent that they could use another forward.
One of the Canadiens' biggest needs is an upgrade at the second-line center position. The problem is that there are not too many notable names available at this point in the summer. Marco Rossi, who was a restricted free agent (RFA), recently re-signed with the Minnesota Wild on a three-year deal. Top RFA Mason McTavish would be a fantastic addition for the Canadiens, but the feeling is that Anaheim wants to keep him around, rather than moving him.
Canadiens: Friedman On Offer SheetsWhile there are many ways in which a team can improve in the offseason, none is more controversial than taking the offer sheet route. This Summer, many had hoped that promising young forwards like Marco Rossi and Mason MacTavish would be targeted; the latter, in particular, was the one most Montreal Canadiens fans had their heart set on, but neither received any.
However, there is an unrestricted free agent (UFA) still available who could be a very good player for the Canadiens to take a chance on: Jack Roslovic.
Roslovic, 28, is the best UFA left and would have the potential to be a solid addition to the Canadiens' roster if they brought him in. While he is not necessarily a big-name player, he would create more competition for players like Kirby Dach and Alex Newhook when it comes to the Canadiens' second-line center spot.
Yet, Roslovic's versatility allows him to play right wing, so he could help boost the Canadiens' depth at that position. too. Furthermore, due to his offensive skill, he could work well on the Canadiens' second power-play unit if they signed him.
Roslovic is coming off a solid season with the Carolina Hurricanes, posting 22 goals and 39 points in 81 games. He has also recorded at least 22 goals and 44 points twice in his career, so he has the ability to chip in well offensively.
Overall, on an affordable short-term deal, Roslovic could be a very good player for the Canadiens to bring in to boost their forward group. It will be interesting to see if they end up targeting him from here.
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