Montreal Canadiens Re-Acquire Phillip Danault From L.A. Kings
The Canadiens traded a second-round pick to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for Phillip Danault, who played parts of six seasons in Montreal before.
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- Phillip Danault has been a subject of ongoing coverage due to his role with the Los Angeles Kings and his previous tenure with the Montreal Canadiens, including notable milestones like career goals and awards during his time with Montreal and LA.
- In the 2025-26 season, reports noted offensive struggles for Danault with the Kings, including low goal totals and impact in recent games, with discussions around potential trade considerations.
- There were notable trade rumors and a high-profile development around late 2025 into 2026 involving a potential move back to Montreal, including reports of a trade that would reacquire Danault for the Canadiens, though specifics vary by source.
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