MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens have yet to sign forward Zachary Bolduc to a new contract, and negotiations may have grown more complicated following developments on Tuesday involving Minten's extension.
Bolduc remains without a new deal as Montreal works through its offseason business, with Minten's extension now providing a fresh comparable for restricted free agents in a similar age and role bracket. The timing adds another data point for both sides at the negotiating table.
For Montreal, comparable contracts often shape structure and valuation, particularly for young forwards seeking opportunity and term. Bolduc's camp can point to Minten's deal as a benchmark for salary expectations, while the Canadiens must balance internal cap structure and roster planning.
The situation leaves Montreal with a decision on term and fit as training camp approaches, with Bolduc's status one of the remaining items on the offseason agenda. How the front office aligns his next contract with existing comparables will help define depth and flexibility heading into the new season.