Monday Habs Headlines: Alexander Radulov’s personal evolution has made him the ultimate setup man
Here are your daily links, including Radulov’s team-first mentality, Price’s slump coming to an end, and Patrik Laine nearing a return.
Montreal Canadiens News and Notes
- After just half a season, Alexander Radulov has gone from being a calculated risk to a core piece in Habs leadership. [Sportsnet]
- If you’ve been paying attention, you’ll notice that Carey Price has begun to emerge from his recent slump. [Sportsnet]
- Nathan Beaulieu is heading towards restricted free agency this summer, and is hoping to catch a big contract before it reaches that point. [Montreal Gazette]
- There may have been some frustration during the Habs’ grueling eight games in two weeks, but there was some positive in there too. [La Presse]
- EOTP’s Andrew Zadarnowski joined Montreal 690 Habs Breakfast to discuss if Price is back in top form, and if a Michael McCarron trade should be considered. [TSN]
- Four-time Olympic gold medalist Haley Wickenheiser and Canadiennes forward Jordanna Peroff guest on the latest episode of Centre Ice. [TSN 690]/
Around the League and Elsewhere
- Sidelined with a concussion since January 7, Patrik Laine could return to action as early as this Tuesday. [The Hockey News]
- The New York Islanders still have their eye on goaltender prospect Linus Söderström while he’s enjoying his time with HV71. [Lighthouse Hockey]
- Vincent Trocheck’s contributions to the Florida Panthers’ lineup during injuries have earned him a spot at the All-Star Game. [FanRag Sports]
- If Donald Trump can do it, so can the Dallas Stars. /
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