Jonathan Marchessault received an offer from the Canadian

Posted On: July 2, 2024

We knew Kent Hughes wanted to add offensive talent to his group this summer.

For this reason, the possibility of Jonathan Marchessault signing a contract with CH has been discussed in recent weeks.

Finally, the Quebec native agreed to the terms of a five-year contract with the Preds.

But that’s not because Kent Hughes didn’t try to lure him to town.

According to Marchessault, the Canadian made him an offer at TVA Sports and there was “a very good discussion” between the two clans.

Marchessault even goes so far as to say that CH came second in his selection:

Marchessault just mentioned that #GoHabsGo were a close second in his selection.😳

— Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre aka “The Hyphenator” (@JLGP34) July 1, 2024

Marchessault later added that he called Steven Stamkos and that Stamkos convinced him to join him in Nashville.

When a player like Stamkos (who already has influence in Nashville) calls you to tell you he wants you on your team… We agree that’s still pretty special.

In a way, it’s a shame for CH, because Marchessault is coming off a 42-goal season.

He’s from Quebec, he’s already won the Stanley Cup… And he would have had an important voice in the youth locker room.

But Jonathan Marchessault is 33 years old and he does not fit the timing of Montreal’s rebuilding.

Seeing him sign in Nashville rather than Montreal might be a good thing… Especially considering Marchessault will account for $5.5 million on the payroll in his final years, at ages 37 and 38.

However, it is still relevant to know that Kent Hughes tried to add a player of this caliber to his squad.

Much

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