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\t\t\t\tThe Samuel Montembeault<\/a> situation is taking a new turn, as the Edmonton Oilers are back in the picture.<\/p>\n The Oilers have reportedly shown significant interest in the Montreal Canadiens goaltender.<\/p>\n It was the excellent Maxime Truman who reported the information.<\/p>\n An update that reignites speculation surrounding the Quebec native.<\/p>\n According to his information, Edmonton’s interest appears to be very real.<\/p>\n The Oilers have reportedly contacted the Canadiens regarding Montembeault, they have picked up the phone again, and there are serious reasons to believe discussions along those lines are ongoing.<\/p>\n That being said, Truman adds some important context.<\/p>\n The Oilers are reportedly not the only team that has called the Canadiens about the goaltender.<\/p>\n Edmonton is also believed to be considering other options.<\/p>\n Montembeault is reportedly not the only netminder on the Alberta organization’s radar.<\/p>\n Even so, it is becoming increasingly clear that there is a genuine possibility Montembeault could be traded to the Edmonton Oilers.<\/p>\n Strong interest from the Edmonton Oilers in Montreal Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault<\/p>\n The goaltending situation in Montreal remains crowded, with Jakub Dobes<\/a> and Jacob Fowler<\/a> more than ever in the picture, making it increasingly interesting for Kent Hughes to consider moving a player like Montembeault.<\/p>\n Montembeault has reportedly fallen to third on the depth chart.<\/p>\n At $3.15 million for one more season, his future with the club was already generating discussion.<\/p>\n Interest like Edmonton’s could certainly influence the situation.<\/p>\n Some argued that the Canadiens should keep him as insurance, but an attractive offer could change the equation.<\/p>\n You can see Truman’s comments here:<\/p>\n “According to my information, the Oilers would have significant interest in Samuel Montembeault.<\/p>\n Note: the Oilers aren’t the only ones who have called the Habs about Montembeault, and the latter isn’t the only goalie on their radar.<\/p>\n However, there is clearly a path that could lead to a trade. To be continued.”<\/p>\n It remains to be seen whether this interest will lead to a trade.<\/p>\n Truman himself urges caution, as nothing has been finalized at this point.<\/p>\n However, with several teams reportedly making inquiries, Kent Hughes may soon have to make a decision regarding the future of his Quebec-born goaltender.<\/p>\n Previously on Montreal Hockey Fanatics<\/p>\n POLL<\/p>\n 3 HOURS AGO|213 ANSWERS<\/p>\n Samuel Montembeault trade speculation heats up as Oilers reportedly contact Canadiens<\/p>\n Should the Canadiens trade Samuel Montembeault to the Oilers?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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