Canadiens Trade Brendan Gallagher to Canucks

The Montreal Canadiens have completed a trade sending veteran forward Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks. Under the terms of the deal, the Canadiens will retain 50 percent of Gallagher's $6.

5 million salary cap hit and $4 million in actual salary. Gallagher brings experience and grit to a Canucks squad looking to strengthen their forward depth.

The trade marks a significant shift for both franchises as they continue to reshape their rosters.