Trade offer for Rutger McGroarty rejected by Montreal Canadiens leaks publicly

Rutger McGroarty made a strong debut in his hockey career with the Oakland Grizzlies, leading to his selection as the 14th overall pick by the Winnipeg Jets in the 2022 NHL Draft, marking him as the highest-selected former Grizzly.

Nonetheless, negotiations in Winnipeg have stalled, delaying his NHL debut. Consequently, he remains a focal point in trade talks with the Jets, but there have been no recent developments as of this week.

However, a Slovakian media outlet recently shared an official trade submission between the Winnipeg Jets and Montreal Canadiens. According to the report, the trade would involve Rutger McGroarty heading to Montreal in exchange for Filip Mesar, a draft pick from either the Florida Panthers or Calgary Flames, and a young defenseman. Justin Barron and Joran Harris were specifically mentioned as potential candidates.

Given the challenges both teams face in negotiating with their respective players, there's a chance this scenario could be revised rather than considered a complete failure. It's essential for the Winnipeg Jets to reach a resolution with Rutger McGroarty soon. Otherwise, completing this trade could prove challenging and less beneficial.

Source: Markerzone
Montreal Canadiens rejected trade offer for Rutger McGroarty leaks publicly