A theory that might explain why Anthony Mantha isn’t in Montreal

Anthony Mantha did not sign with the Canadiens. He chose the Devils.
We know the Habs were keeping tabs on the situation, but it seems likely that Kent Hughes didn't make an offer to try to bring the Quebec native to Montreal.
The result? The Habs are still looking for reinforcements for their top six.There was some talk that the Canadiens were interested in Anthony Mantha.
Word is that it wasn't that serious and that a legitimate offer was never made.
Mantha is heading to a pretty good situatio