Friday Habs Headlines: Pacioretty defends the play, attitude of Alex Semin

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes

• Max Pacioretty has only good things to say about Alexander Semin, who has been under the microscope as of late. [HIO]
• Off to a quietly terrific start, P.K. Subban remains among the league's best. [RDS]
• TSN 690 discusses when Carey Price might return to in-game action. [TSN 690]
• It had been a while since Torrey Mitchell last skated with a top six line, as he did last night against the Arizona Coyotes. [La Presse]
• Bud Holloway has been a leader for the St. John's Ice Caps, thanks in part to the experience he gained playing professional hockey in Europe. [Ice Caps]
• Hall of Famer and former Canadien Bert Olmstead has sadly passed away at the age of 89. [TSN]

Around the League and Elsewhere

• ESPN's Sean McIndoe explores a unique way to revive the NHL's quiet trade market. [ESPN]
• Darren Dreger suggests that it's a shame the NHL needs to provide a cash incentive to All Stars. [TSN 690]
• No decision has yet been made regarding the future of Eric Staal with the Carolina Hurricanes. [Sportsnet]
• Travis Hamonic has confirmed the reason behind his trade request was related to his family. [Eye on Hockey]
• Boston Bruins' rookie Frank Vatrano has been steadily rising up the ranks of the NHL. [Sports Illustrated]
• The Toronto Maple Leafs should consider sending William Nylander and Kasperi Kapanen to the upcoming World Junior Championships. [Pension Plan Puppets]