Canadiens project $10.25 million in salary cap space this summer

The NHL has announced a salary cap increase to $104 million, impacting the Montreal Canadiens' finances. Currently, the Canadiens hold around $11 million in available cap space, but trading Brendan Gallagher could free up an additional $6.5 million, bringing total available space to $17.5 million. The team has four restricted free agents to negotiate with, primarily involving Kirby Dach and Zachary Bolduc, with estimated costs totaling approximately $7.25 million. With an overcrowded roster, Montreal seeks to make a significant trade this summer, potentially involving draft assets to acquire a star player.

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