Author: Dave Collins

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What would a Jeff Skinner trade mean for Max Pacioretty’s value?

By Dave Collins | Jun 23rd 2018 | 4 min read |

According to a report from Darren Dreger, the Carolina Hurricanes may be on the verge of trading Jeff Skinner. This comes after Pierre LeBrun had put ...

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The Montreal Canadiens select...: Filip Zadina is an NHL-ready scorer

By Dave Collins | Jun 18th 2018 | 8 min read |

Until recently, Filip Zadina being selected in the top three of the 2018 NHL Entry Draft was nearly as certain as Rasmus Dahlin being first off the bo...

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2018 NHL Draft prospect profile: Niklas Nordgren brings a well-rounded offensive game

By Dave Collins | Jun 7th 2018 | 5 min read |

The Finnish forward factory continues to churn out product, with the country being well-represented yet again in this year’s draft class. While the ...

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Victor Mete’s rapid rise to the NHL

By Dave Collins | Jun 4th 2018 | 5 min read |

When the Montreal Canadiens announced Victor Mete as their fourth-round draft selection in June of 2016, nobody could have expected the defenceman wou...

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Antti Niemi or Charlie Lindgren: Who should be the Canadiens backup in 2018-19?

By Dave Collins | Jun 1st 2018 | 6 min read |

The Montreal Canadiens are an organization blessed with goaltending depth. From the NHL starter down to the ECHL and NCAA level, the Habs have few wor...

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It’s too early to be worried about Carey Price’s play

By Dave Collins | Nov 8th 2017 | 4 min read |

The early days of the 2017-18 NHL season have not been kind to Carey Price, that much is not in question. But those who question the former Hart Troph...

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Thursday Habs Headlines: How strong are Canadiens playoff hopes?

By Dave Collins | Sep 7th 2017 | 3 min read |

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes The folks at TSN 690 discuss how they expect the Habs to fare this season, and whether they should expect to make th...

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Thursday Habs Headlines: Max Pacioretty’s leadership a boon for Jonathan Drouin

By Dave Collins | Sep 1st 2017 | 2 min read |

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes The guidance of Max Pacioretty should help Jonathan Drouin succeed as a member of the Canadiens. [TSN 690] Watch And...

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Thursday Habs Headlines: Drakkar goaltender Antoine Samuel to attend camp

By Dave Collins | Aug 24th 2017 | 3 min read |

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes Baie-Comeau Drakkar goaltender Antoine Samuel will attend Canadiens rookie camp. [TVA Sports] Both Michael McCarron ...

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Thursday Habs Headlines: Montreal Canadiens key statistics

By Dave Collins | Aug 17th 2017 | 3 min read |

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes The Habs’ new-look defence will determine whether they can continue to control games through puck possession. [NHL...