Saturday Habs Headlines: Stephane Waite blindsided by his firing

Montreal Canadiens news and notes

• Former goalie coach Stephane Waite didn’t expect to get relieved of his duties and is disappointed that he wasn’t able to realize his childhood dream. [98.5]
• Despite his dismissal however, Waite is still confident that Carey Price will return to form. [TSN 690]
• Though the Canadiens seem to be tweaking their play style under their new coach, it hasn’t helped them gain ground in the standings. [Sportsnet]
• Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur is lending his support to a charity fundraiser that is close to his heart. [Montreal Gazette]
• Rocket head coach Joël Bouchard is paying extra attention to his goaltenders, who are currently coach-less since Marco Marciano was called to join the main club’s coaching staff. [La Presse]

Around the league and elsewhere

• Hockey will forever be intertwined with the Gretzkys and losing Walter Gretzky is a great loss not only for the sport, but a country as well. [Sportsnet]
• Brent Seabrook is hanging up his skates after playing 15 seasons in the NHL. [Second City Hockey]
• Vancouver Canucks fans weren’t too inspired by GM Jim Benning’s press conference. [Canucks Army]
• Support continues to grow for the creation of a professional women’s hockey league backed by the NHL. [Toronto Star]
• What type of effect has Covid-19 had on the NHL season so far? [FiveThirtyEight]
• Our condolences go out to the entire Pavelich family: