Canadiens target Rasmus Ristolainen from Flyers for trade

The Montreal Canadiens are exploring a trade for right-handed defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen from the Philadelphia Flyers. Following a strong playoff performance, where they reached the Eastern Conference Final, the Canadiens are looking to bolster their defense. NHL Insider Anthony Di Marco reported that the Canadiens had previous interest in Ristolainen at the trade deadline, but he remained with the Flyers. Ristolainen has one year left on his contract with a cap hit of $5.1 million. He is considered a significant trade candidate as the offseason progresses.

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