The Canadiens have offered Alexei Kovalev a new contract and their captaincy, according to a Russian newspaper.
The newspaper claims that Montreal is looking to sign Kovalev to a one-year deal worth between $6 million to $7.5 million.
Doing so, would likely spell the end for Saku Koivu with the Canadiens.
Canadiens Offer Kovalev Captaincy