THE STORY
On June 15, 2017, the Montreal Canadiens traded defenseman Mikhail Sergachev and a conditional 2018 second-round pick to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for forward Jonathan Drouin and a conditional 2018 sixth-round pick. Drouin, a restricted free agent, signed a six-year, $33 million contract with the Canadiens shortly after the trade. The trade was notable for its immediate impact on both teams' rosters and future prospects.
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WHY IT MATTERS
The trade is often cited as a significant misstep for the Canadiens, as Drouin struggled to meet expectations in Montreal, while Sergachev developed into a key player for the Lightning, contributing to their Stanley Cup victories in 2020 and 2021.