The Toronto Maple Leafs took a huge step towards winning the Stanley Cup, but what would that mean for the Montreal Canadiens? The Canadiens possess the 17th overall pick from the Florida Panthers, a draft pick that would move higher in the selection order if the Panthers lose and the Leafs win the playoffs. However, if the Leafs win the Stanley Cup, then the Canadiens will maintain their draft position.

Meanwhile, the Canadiens are preparing for the 2023 draft, with prospects still playing prominent roles in the CHL playoffs, including potential star players for the future. While the Canadiens need to make decisions on restricted free agents and draft strategy, they are also considering how to balance veteran leadership with the youth movement. Montreal's prospect pool will require due consideration before agreeing to the prospects they qualify this summer. Canadiens fans watched as the Panthers took a commanding 2-0 lead over the Leafs in the second round of the playoffs, despite not being predicted to make it that far in the first place. The next few games will reveal whether or not the Canadiens' draft selection will improve, and whether or not Toronto will triumph. Canadiens supporters will also be eagerly awaiting the Habs' offseason moves, as they attempt to improve their team for next season.