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Official Release: Canadiens Acquire Thomas Vanek

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Official Release: Canadiens Acquire Thomas Vanek
Photo: Richard Wolowicz/Getty Images

Montreal Canadiens’ Press Release
Wednesday, 05.03.2014 / 3:34 PM

MONTREAL – The Canadiens have acquired right winger Thomas Vanek from the New York Islanders and a conditional fifth round pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft in return for Sebastian Collberg and a conditional second round pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.

Thomas Vanek attempts to deflect the puck in front of Carey Price on November 14, 2011.  Photo: Richard Wolowicz/Getty Images
Thomas Vanek attempts to deflect the puck in front of Carey Price on November 14, 2011. Photo: Richard Wolowicz/Getty Images

In 60 games this season with the Sabres and the Islanders, the 30 year-old has put up 21 goals and 32 points for a total of 53 points.

Vanek, 6’0″, 217lb, will be an unrestricted free agent at season’s end.

Details to come.