Montreal Canadiens News and Notes
- As the hockey world mourns the loss of Gordie Howe, take a look back at this “what if”, focusing on the time Howe nearly became a member of the Canadiens. [Canadiens.com]
- The Canadiens tweeted out a number of photos in memory of the late Howe. [Twitter]
- Lars Eller has been taking in the festivities ahead of this weekend’s Montreal Grand Prix:
— Renault Sport F1 (@RenaultSportF1) June 10, 2016
- Julie Chu will bring a wealth of experience to the bench as she joins the Concordia Stingers women’s hockey team as head coach. [Concordia]
- Take in another episode of emoji roulette as a few Habs players do their best impressions. [YouTube]
Around the League and Elsewhere
- Gordie Howe – affectionately known as Mr. Hockey – has passed away at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy like none other. [SN]
- As a result, many have come out to share their stories of Howe, including the legendary Bob Cole, who joined Sportsnet 590 to discuss the loss of one of the greats. [Twitter]
- Don’t miss Winging It In MoTown’s tribute to Howe, undoubtedly the greatest legend in Detroit Red Wings history. [WIIM]
- Prime Minister Trudeau expressed his sadness at the passing of a great Canadian Legend [Global]
- President Obama also noted the importance of Gordie Howe [Twitter]
- The Pittsburgh Penguins had a chance to win the Stanley Cup on home ice in game five of the finals, but Martin Jones stood in their way to keep the Sharks in it. [Eye on Hockey]
- Long-time NHL goaltender Niklas Backstrom is reportedly heading back home to Finland where he will play for HIFK. [Pro Hockey Talk]
