Canadiens Prospect Report: Hage Dominates NCAA

Oct 5, 2026, 2:04 PM ET|Comments (0)

from Montreal Hockey Now, by Marc Dumont,

The Montreal Canadiens had an opportunity this summer to land a marquee player in a potential trade this summer, but the organization was unwilling to include top prospect Michael Hage given his impressive potential.

Many expected Hage to make his NHL debut this season, yet the 20-year-old centre opted to return to the University of Michigan for one final year in a bid to capture the national championship. While some viewed the decision as frustrating, there is something to be said for allowing a prospect to develop at his own pace rather than rushing him through the ranks.

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