Price traded to Sharks by Canadiens for draft pick, prospect - NHL.com

This article by LNH.com covers the trade of Montreal Canadiens legend Carey Price to the San Jose Sharks, marking the end of an era for the franchise's all-time winningest goaltender.

The 38-year-old goaltender was traded along with a 2026 fifth-round pick in exchange for defenseman prospect Gannon Laroque, despite not playing since April 2022 due to ongoing knee injuries. Price holds multiple Canadiens franchise records and won both the Vezina and Hart trophies in 2015. The trade represents Montreal's final move involving their legendary goalie who has struggled with health issues and cited family priorities as reasons for stepping away from professional hockey.

• Price holds Montreal records for wins (361), games played (712), and saves (19,304) among goalies
• The former Vezina and Hart Trophy winner hasn't played since April 2022 due to knee injuries
• Price expressed missing competitive hockey but prioritized family time over extended NHL travel
• Laroque brings four seasons of WHL experience with 64 points in 91 games for Victoria