Max Pacioretty, the former captain of the Montreal Canadiens, was seen in Detroit, reigniting speculation about a possible return to Montreal.
Currently without a contract for the upcoming season, the 35-year-old Pacioretty played for the Washington Capitals last season despite serious injuries, including two Achilles tendon ruptures.
After a brief stint with the Carolina Hurricanes, where he scored three goals in five games, he joined the Capitals for the 2023-2024 season, accumulating 23 points in 47 games.
A return to Montreal could provide experience and leadership during the team's rebuilding phase. For Pacioretty, it represents an opportunity to finish where it all began, contributing to the development of young players and potentially being traded to support a team aiming for the Stanley Cup.
