In terms of adding new talent this off-season, the Montreal Canadiens have been quiet. While this is the case, they still have plenty of time to change that before the start of the season.

When looking at their current roster, one of their top needs is another defenseman for their right side. Due to this, one player who the Canadiens should consider targeting this summer is Calgary Flames defenseman Zach Whitecloud.

With the Flames being in a rebuild, questions about Whitecloud's future with the Flames have come up. If the Flames do make him available, he is a player who should be on the Canadiens' radar. 

If the Canadiens acquired Whitecloud, he would provide them with another solid option for either their second or third pairing. Furthermore, because of his strong defensive play, he would be a clear choice for the Habs' penalty kill if brought in. 

Whitecloud would also be more than a one-year rental for the Canadiens if they acquired him this off-season. This is because he has a very affordable $2.75 million cap through the 2027-28 season. That is a bargain price for a solid right-shot defenseman like him. 

In 78 games last season split between the Vegas Golden Knights and Flames, Whitecloud posted two goals, 15 assists, 17 points, 124 hits, and 140 blocks.