With this lineup, the Habs are a goalie away from a deep cup run (on the backs of kids!). That's why.
Edmunson is a liability for Montreal, the Leafs can still use him (barely) for his playoff poise.
Harris has immense value but Montreal is too stacked on the LHD. Robertson is a stud. People talk about Knies being Toronto's stud, I love Robertson.
With Beck and Mesar in the system we need to move Dvorak while he still has value. Between him or re-signing Monahan cheap next year, I would choose Monahan.
Hoffman does not fit on this team. Mailloux has too much history but will be the next potential Erik Karlsson (iff the NHL ever lets him play, which is more likely if gets away from Hockey Canada). Baron is a soft underachiever, he needs somewehre else to grow, there is no room for his style of play in Montreal, he also deserves better than to die in Laval.
As for Erik Karlsson, he left Ottawa becasue of Hoffman and his girfriend. His health is back on track now. If you know EK you know he trains like a beast and will be effective for 4 more years.
@Rangers fan, I'm pretty sure Dvorak is the definition of a C between #2 and #3. Saying #4 sounds like a you problem. He is a PK and faceoff specialist. His contract is a steal...just not when you are overloaded with centres. Dadonov is a UFA so he is basically free as you approach the deadline. Kravtsov deserves a try at a fresh start, he brings little to the NYRs now.