It’s starting to become increasingly clear: Sean Monahan will likely be traded before March 8th. Kent Hughes and he would have an agreement to that effect.

The return could be very lucrative, but Kent Hughes is a bit constrained. Monahan would like to play for a contending team, or a team of his choice.

According to Daily Faceoff, there are six potential destinations for the center:

“6 possible destinations for Sean Monahan according to Daily Faceoff:

-Avalanche

-Bruins

-Canucks

-Jets

-Leafs

-Oilers

There might be a lot of buyers and few sellers if the trend continues. Monahan’s market value will be worth watching!”

– Marc-Olivier Beaudoin

For players of Monahan’s caliber at his salary becoming unrestricted free agents without compensation, there aren’t many. Hughes might potentially secure at least a first-round pick.