Canadiens move up in draft after trade with Kings

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes speaks during a mid-season news conference in Montreal, Monday Jan. 15, 2024. (Christinne Muschi/CP Photo)

The Montreal Canadiens used some picks to make a move up the board ahead of the NHL Draft.

The team announced Friday it has acquired the 21st-overall pick from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the 26th-overall pick, a second-round pick (57th overall) and a seventh-round pick (198th overall).

The Canadiens still have 10 picks in the draft.

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June 28, 2024 - 1:29 pm ET
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  • First-round pick (2024, 21st overall)
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  • First-round pick (2024, 26th overall)
  • Second-round pick (2024, 57th overall)
  • Seventh-round pick (2024, 198th overall)
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