The Canadiens will most likely be more competitive this season but there are still obstacles standing in their way of grabbing a playoff spot. [The Hockey Writers]
Players the Canadiens should consider to accelerate their rebuild. [Sportskeeda]
Former Hab Rene Bourque gives back and makes his “heart feel good” by leading Yukon hockey camp. [CBC]
Around the League and Elsewhere
Grading each NHL teams off-season by considering if the team’s outlook is better or worse than it was before the off-season began. [Bleacher Report]
Scheduled to have arbitration on Sunday, the Arizona Coyotes signed Jack McBain to a two-year contract. [TSN]
Coyotes GM Bill Armstrong says his team can “take the next step” this season starting with the chance to play at Global Series in Australia. [NHL]
