The website Habsolument Fan just published an article earlier today on the 40 best free agents still available in the NHL. Getting back to the point, the only player who would make “sense” for the Habs is Vladimir Tarasenko. And I've mentioned this in another article, but… he knows Ivan Demidov well, and right now, Tarasenko might be the only available player with the offensive skills to keep up with the young Habs player. Will the Canadiens see Tarasenko as a solid alternative before the organization's other young players arrive in town? The 0-8 record is having consequences in Ottawahttps://t.co/Kmg1EnPUVP — RDS (@RDSca) August 10, 2026– Minor signing in Winnipeg.