Tuesday Habs Headlines: Brendan Gallagher feels the best he’s felt “in a couple of years”

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes

• After a summer of training, Brendan Gallagher is feeling the best he’s felt in years and is ready to prove doubters wrong. [Sportsnet]
• There’s a fine balance between skill and intimidation as the Canadiens continue their rebuild. [The Hockey Writers]
• Still a little behind physically due to injury, Jonathan Drouin is going to have to work to earn a spot in the Habs lineup. [RDS]
• The Canadiens announced their 23-man roster on Monday with some much-anticipated names making the list. [Montreal Gazette]
• Nick Suzuki, Christian Dvorak and Mike Hoffman make their way back from injury while others take their place on the injured list. [RDS]

Around the League and Elsewhere

• The Tampa Bay Lightning suspended Ian Cole after accusations of sexual assault and grooming were made (this story deals with sexual assault, and may be distressing for some readers). [Sportsnet]
• Hockey Diversity Alliance (HDA) launches the inaugural Grassroots Original Hockey League, where hockey is accessible to families who would’ve been otherwise priced out. [Yahoo Sports]
• Which team has the best chance to end Canada’s Stanley Cup drought? [TSN]
• The NHL has partnered with the Zamboni Company to launch an electric Zamboni ride-on toy. [ESPN]
• Bold — and maybe not most likely — predictions for each NHL team heading into 2022-23 season. [Sportsnet]