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WJC: Team USA preview and roster
Once again the American roster is laden with talent, can they turn that into a place on the podium in Alberta?
Links: Canadiens introduce new prospect-focused podcast
In today’s links, Marc Dumont heads up a new official Habs podcast, the team hosted their annual Christmas party using Zoom, and the start of the WHL season has been postponed.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: The biggest rises and largest drops
Some players make big advances as they near an NHL career, while a few big names take a step backward.
WJC: Team Canada preview & roster
With this roster, there’s a pretty good chance that the defending champs will hold on to their title.
Links: Prospect Watch
Caufield, Harris, and Guhl turning heads, how the Golden Knight’s cap crunch could prove beneficial for other teams, talk of return to play, and more in today’s links.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: EOTP staff vs. community
Highlighting some of the most significant divides between the writers and the readers.
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WJC: Full tournament schedule
The full slate of games from the exhibition round to the Gold Medal Game, listed by date and by team.
EPR: Joni Ikonen’s recovery is nearly complete
Ikonen discusses his imminent return to health, while Mattias Norlinder is all over the ice in Frölunda — in good ways and bad.
Links: The case for Jonathan Drouin in the top six
In today’s links, despite the ups and downs there’s a case to have Drouin in the top six, should the Canadiens sell high on Byron, Caufield joins Team USA, and more.
Caufield’s development is unlikely to be completed at Wisconsin
The prospect’s game is growing in the NCAA, but he’s not in the ideal situation to work on his weaknesses.
Links: Kaiden Guhle credits more explosive stride for WJC nod
In today’s links, Guhle’s skating got even better, Cole Caufield wil join him at the WJC, and Jordan Harris has himself a night.
Habsent Minded: The 2020 T25U25 Experience
Listen to all of the 16 podcasts surrounding the 2020 list of the top players under 25. And a partridge in a pear tree.
Ten Months to puck drop for Trois-Rivières’ ECHL team
Future franchise has launched a team-naming contest as the ball gets rolling.
Links: How much will the Canadiens use Alexander Romanov?
In today’s links, what role will Romanov play for the Canadiens, Sam Pollock’s brilliance and how to make certain NHL departments more efficient.
Kaiden Guhle named to Canada’s World Junior team
The Canadiens prospect is one of eight defencemen on the roster.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #1 Nick Suzuki
In his first year as a professional hockey player, Nick Suzuki claimed his place in the NHL, and on our list, with authority.
Links: Is this the best Canadiens team in the past 25 years?
In today’s links, comparing this year’s squad to others in recent memory, Cole Caufield is looking for a better tournament the second time around, and the NHL prepares to get its season off and running.
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The Infamy of Sprague Ribinsoin
The plight of the second-most selfish prospect in hockey history.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #1 Sprague Ribinsoin
Perhaps the most enigmatic, ridiculous, and too-good-to-be-true Canadiens prospect of all time has returned to his rightful place.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #2 Jesperi Kotkaniemi
The Finnish centre is looking to grow after a strong post-season.
Links: Canadian division also likely in AHL
In today’s links, realigning the minor league, Brian Burke bullish on Habs, Guhle primed to make Team Canada, and a special holiday concert.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #3 Cole Caufield
The scoring winger jumps four spots after a great NCAA debut.
Links: Keeping the Canadiens fit
In today’s links, how Pierre Allard is keeping the team fit and healthy, disturbing allegations surface in Junior and minor hockey, and COVID-19 takes aim at the upcoming World Juniors.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #4 Alexander Romanov
The Tsar will begin his rule on Montreal’s blue line with his dynamic play.
EPR: Josh Brook plays big role in DEL debut
Mattias Norlinder, Jan Myšák, and Jacob Olofsson also enjoyed offensive success.
Links: A New Hope
The NHL puts forth January 13th as a new start date, Romanov is eager to begin his NHL career, Anderson has a lot to prove, a holiday concert, and more in today’s links.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #5 Mattias Norlinder
The low offensive output this season has only helped to highlight how much progress Norlinder has made on defence.
CTT: Sean Farrell is a point-producing machine
Combine all of Farrell’s qualities and he has the makings of a dominant college forward.
Links: Alexander Romanov is ready to start the season
In today’s links, Romanov has landed in Montreal, reliving the Patrick Roy trade, Gretzky’s rookie card could reach $1 million, and more.
Links: Will Nick Suzuki become a top-line player this season?
In today’s links, wondering how high Suzuki can climb, Mattias Norlinder finds the net, Zuccarello requires surgery, and David Poile should extend an offer sheet.
Links: Canadiens can’t afford to lose out on a season
In today’s links, Canadiens will lose more than just a season if play doesn’t resume, Serge Savard still regrets one trade, and whether the NHL will be back in 2021.
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #6 Cayden Primeau
The youngster will see more time in the American Hockey League, but at least a plan is in place for him.
Links: How the 1987 Entry Draft Forged a Stanley Cup
In today’s links, looking back at the 1987 NHL Entry Draft, was Guy Carbonneau’s departure the worst trade in Habs history, and will there be a 2020-21 NHL season?
2020 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #7 Victor Mete
It’s not his fault, but next year will be a make-or-break season with the Canadiens organization for the young defenceman.
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These are this years prospective free agents that will become UFA Group 6 because they have not met the required NHL games played at the age of 25 or older. Players displayed in bold can still meet the games played requirements to remain an RFA. pic.twitter.com/7uym35TsjF
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Joni Ikonen utökar Finlands ledning 4-2. #FinU20 #CzeU20 #J20gifs pic.twitter.com/e0htkjVsYB
— Anton Johansson (@antonj85) July 25, 2017 -
Yet another goal for #Habs prospect Jeremiah Addison. He's on fire lately. 2-0 Windsor. #MemorialCup pic.twitter.com/Ii8OQ0gqNz
— Marc Dumont (@MarcPDumont) May 24, 2017 -
A great shot by #Habs prospect Jeremiah Addison gives Windsor a 1-0 lead over Erie. pic.twitter.com/PbunR9TOAt
— Marc Dumont (@MarcPDumont) May 24, 2017 -
Alex Radulov wins it in OT for the Habs. And has an amazing celebration, as is tradition. pic.twitter.com/wuZRMcL8c4
— Marc Dumont (@MarcPDumont) April 15, 2017