
Reports: Montreal Canadiens acquire defenceman Noah Dobson from New York Islanders
MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens acquired offensive defenceman Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders, according to media reports.
In return, the Islanders reportedly receive forward Emil Heineman and the 16th and 17th overall picks in Friday night’s NHL draft. The Islanders also hold the top pick, with defenceman Matthew Schaefer expected to go first overall.
Dobson, a 25-year-old from Summerside, P.E.I., produced 10 goals and 29 assists in 71 games last season.
In 2023-24, the right-shot blueliner posted a career-high 70 points in 79 games, finishing second in scoring on the Islanders and seventh among NHL defencemen.