Batherson’s Future Hangs in Balance | Montreal Canadiens News

Drake Batherson’s future with the Ottawa Senators is hanging in the balance as contract talks stall over his $10-11M salary demand. With the Canadiens potentially stepping in if Ottawa can’t meet his price, the rivalry between the two Canadian rivals adds drama to this NHL free agency saga. Senators GM Steve Staios insists Batherson is a vital homegrown piece and that talks are ongoing, but with cap space on the rise in Montreal and Batherson’s proven value, the pressure mounts. Fans are watching closely as the ink dries on what could be a blockbuster move. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d5fc2b4677a6b39e