Listening to David Savard, it’s really Montreal or retirement in sight for the rest of his career

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David Savard is in the last year of his contract.

The 34-year-old veteran will be a free agent as of July 1, and right now, there’s a question about whether he’ll stay in Montreal for the next season.

Will Kent Hughes decide to offer him a new contract? That’s the million-dollar question.

We know that the Quebecer would like to continue his career with the Canadiens.

He enjoys playing here and likes the role he has within the team, especially since he sees the group progressing to the point of being in the playoff race.

But even if he could still contribute to another team, it really feels like it’s Montreal or retirement for him.

Jean-François Chaumont (LNH.com) spoke to him… and let’s just say this quote says a lot:

I still really enjoy playing hockey. But as I said, it will also become a family decision. My kids are getting older, they’re in school. I really like being in Montreal. But I’ll need to know the team’s intentions.

Of course, moving the family to play elsewhere is a big project.

David Savard wants to prioritize his wife and children in his decision, and that’s why he says it will ultimately be a family decision.

It will depend on Kent Hughes’ plan, too.

If the Canadiens’ GM wants to keep him in town in a more minor role because we know the player’s qualities on and off the ice, I tend to believe that Savard will be on board as well.

But if Kent Hughes thinks it’s time to make room for the young players to develop… That will also have an impact on Savard’s decision to hang up his skates or not.

Only time will tell, then.

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