Montreal Canadiens News and Notes
- It really puts in perspective how long it has been since the Canadiens last won the cup, when listening to Mark Barberio share his memories about growing up a Habs’ fan. [TSN 690]
- The Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens are expected to play an outdoor game in 2017, in honour of Canada’s 150th anniversary. [Silver Seven Sens]
- Having recovered from two hip surgeries, prospect Eddie Pasquale has returned to play in the same city where he played his last game. [The Telegram]
- With development camp set to start today, many are wondering whether or not 2014 first-round pick Nikita Scherbak could impress management enough to earn a spot on the Habs roster this season[Gazette]
- You can check out the development camp roster list and schedule right here [EOTP]
- Apparently Mike McCarron isn’t done growing, and presently stands at over 6’6″ [Twitter]
- Who won the Zack Kassian-Bradon Prust trade? The good people over at TSN 690 discussed the deal [TSN 690]
- In honour of July 4th, the Habs’ website put together some of Max Pacioretty’s best goals [Canadiens]
- Contract talks between Alex Galchenyuk and the Habs will resume next week [TVA]
Around The League and Elsewhere
- No team has undergone a more drastic change in the offseason than the Buffalo Sabres. The current Sabres’ squad is a far cry from the one which finished dead last in the East last season, but will the changes be enough for them to grab a playoff spot? [TSN]
- How does the Brad Richards deal affect the Detroit Red Wings? Richards signed a 1-year, $3 million contract that is set to increase if the Red Wings move past the second round of the playoffs. [Winging It In Motown]
- Was the infamous Kessel hot dog story, real? The fine folks over at Pension Plan Puppets have uncovered evidence to the contrary. [Pension Plan Puppets]
- The Anaheim Ducks added former Leafs’ GM Dave Nonis to their management group, as a special assignment scout. Nonis will work closely with current Ducks’ GM Bob Murray. [Sportsnet]
- Here’s a fantastic way to use hockey to contribute to a great cause! [Twitter]
For my Canadians: It’s @fiveholeforfood for food time and it’s a great cause. Play street hockey to help the hungry. http://t.co/gI1njqk5Qz
— Joe Yerdon (@JoeYerdon) July 4, 2015
