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There have been better players who have played for one of the NHL's most tradition-steeped franchises, but none was Armstrong's equal when it came to being a leader of men.
The Canadiens have put together the total package early on, while Vegas continues to live up to the hype.
Both were traded early in their careers. Both had scintillating shots and questionable defensive acumen. Will we one day look back on Laine-to-Columbus like we do Hull-to-St. Louis?