We have an interesting development following a trade between the Montreal Canadiens and the New Jersey Devils.

As you know, last March, Kent Hughes traded Jake Allen for a conditional 3rd-round pick, which could become a 2nd-round pick if Allen plays more than 40 games.

Obviously, with the Devils’ summer acquisition of Jacob Markstrom, it made that condition almost impossible.

It seemed nearly impossible for the Canadiens to ultimately receive another second-round pick.

However, the situation has just changed.

Serious Injury for Jacob Markstrom: Jake Allen Becomes the New No. 1 Goalie for the New Jersey Devils

We shouldn’t celebrate the misfortune of others too much, but as the excellent Elliotte Friedman has just pointed out, Markstrom’s injury could change a lot for the Montreal Canadiens.

«We wish Markstrom a speedy recovery.

One thing to note: if Jake Allen plays 40 games, the Canadiens will receive a second-round pick in the next draft.

Otherwise, it’ll be a third-round pick. (He’s currently at 15 games.)»

Elliotte Friedman

 

This is definitely a situation to keep an eye on with Jacob Markstrom and Jake Allen.

It’s unfortunate for them, but indeed, this injury to Markstrom could have a significant impact on the Montreal Canadiens.

Check out the sequence in question:

 

And the official statement that followed:

«Head coach Sheldon Keefe stated that Jacob Markstrom ‘will be out for some time’ following his injury during the second period of tonight’s game.»

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