Journalist Shares a Realistic Take on Brendan Gallagher’s Future in Montreal

Oct 8, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Brendan Gallagher (11) skates during the warmup before a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Photo credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Brendan Gallagher experienced something of a resurgence in 2024-2025, putting up a 21-goal season.

The veteran forward will once again play a key role in the Canadiens’ success this season, having found early chemistry with Bolduc and Dach.

However, despite his success, fans shouldn’t expect Gallagher to extend his career in Montreal-at least according to one expert.

It will be the end for 33-year-old forward Brendan Gallagher with the Montreal Canadiens in 2027, according to Stu Cowan

Here’s his exact statement:

“Gallagher, 33, has one more season after this remaining on his contract with a US$6.5 million salary-cap hit and as the longest-serving player on the team.

I do think he will finish his contract with the Canadiens. I also don’t think that’s to the detriment of younger players. Instead, it gives them more time to develop.

Gallagher will be 35 when his contract expires and I can’t see the Canadiens keeping him.”

– Stu Cowan

It’s worth noting that when Gallagher’s contract expires, he’ll be 35 years old, and it would be rather surprising if the Canadiens’ management wanted to keep him-especially considering the number of quality young prospects within the organization.

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