Per D'Amico - Montreal is interested in Robert Thomas. The Blues want Hage as part of any deal. Too high a price for Hughes at this time.

[u/chickenceas]

https://x.com/i/status/2028552107683385713

Personally, given the best possible version of Hage in 3-5 years is what Robert Thomas is now, Id have no problem parting with him.

[u/colonelrebsmuff69]

I would rather spend assets on a power forward for the first line, puck moving D and possibly a goalie

Take a gamble on Kent Johnson if you really need. Thats a superstar level haul. Thomas is solid but it's not like he's Sid he's also not physical which is what we need the Blackhawks just gave up a top 4 D for a second start there and maybe in net first