In so doing, the Canadiens will have the option of matching an potential offer these players could get as of July 1 as restricted free agents if they do not re-sign with Montreal before then. Headlining the half dozen players are Christopher Higgins and Tomas Plekanec, who each signed two-year pacts back in 2007.
Joining them are Guillaume Latendresse, Kyle Chipchura, Matt D'Agostini and Gregory Stewart who each signed three-year deals in 2006.
"The only way David Desharnais will see an NHL game is if he buys a ticket". --donnie hockey
"David Desharnais will be invisible during 5 on 5 hockey. IN THE AHL" --donnie hockey