In a significant trade ahead of the NHL Draft, the Montreal Canadiens have acquired defenseman Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders. The deal includes two first-round picks and forward Emil Heineman. This trade marks a major step for the Canadiens as they aim to build a formidable blue line, with Dobson signed to an eight-year extension. Analysts have praised the Canadiens for securing their top target, while the Islanders find themselves in a challenging position after losing leverage in the trade talks. The move is expected to have a substantial impact on both teams as they prepare for the upcoming season.