REPORT: Montreal Called Islanders On Bo Horvat; They Said No

Montreal's quest for a top-tier center faced a setback when the New York Islanders invoked Bo Horvat's no-trade clause, keeping their franchise player safe from a potential trade. This move underscores Horvat's importance to the Islanders and suggests the team's commitment to retaining key players. It also highlights the challenges expansion and contending teams face in acquiring star talent, especially when established teams use protective clauses. This decision could have implications for Montreal's future moves in the league as they continue to build their roster.