Cayden Primeau has been traded from the Montreal Canadiens to the Carolina Hurricanes for a seventh-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The 25-year-old goaltender had a mixed performance this season, posting a 2-3-1 record, a 4.70 goals-against average, and an .836 save percentage across 11 NHL games. In the AHL, he excelled with a 21-2-2 record, a 1.96 GAA, and a .927 save percentage, showcasing his potential. As a restricted free agent, Primeau received a qualifying offer from Montreal, indicating his value in the league.