Wednesday Habs Headlines: A lineup capable of more pucks in the net?

Montreal Canadiens news and notes

• Marc Dumont offers an early look at the 2021-22 Canadiens team. [Montreal Canadiens]
• France Margaret Bélanger has been named President, Sports and Entertainment of Groupe CH. [Montreal Canadiens]
• SPVM (Montreal Police) use of chemical irritants increased dramatically in 2021, a trend partially linked to the Canadiens deep postseason run. [Cult MTL]
• Editor’s note: Our Top 25 Under 25 will begin with the first article on Friday.

Around the league and elsewhere

• A look around at how five Habs rivals have fared this offseason. [Journal de Montreal]
• Following the Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames yesterday, the Edmonton Oilers too will make proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test mandatory for guests and staff at their arenas. [Sportsnet]
• These vaccine requirements are proving popular among the general public. [Pass it to Bulis]
• Ranking the best developmental programs in North America. [The Hockey News]
• Owen Power apparently informed the Buffalo Sabres of his intention to return to the NCAA during his pre-draft interview. [TSN]
• Sarah Fillier, Canada’s next hockey star. [The Hockey News]