After the initial surprise of being switched from centre to wing at the start of training camp, Jonathan Drouin is working on becoming an elite winger once again. [Montreal Gazette]
This season should be a success if Carey Price sets the tone, the youth movement is embraced and the penalty kill improves. [NHL]
And so far so good as a refreshed Price looks poised and ready to bounce back. [Montreal Gazette]
The Danault, Tatar and Gallagher line has the potential to become an effective one for the Canadiens. [Montreal Gazette]
The Jesperi Kotkaniemi effect: When a player is chosen as the first star without getting a point or a shot on goal. [RDS]
If Kotkaniemi ends up defying the odds and earning a spot, it could be seen as a huge positive for the team. [Sportsnet]
Andrew Zadarnowski joined TSN 690 to discuss the Habs’ pre-season victory over the Senators, roster projections and more. [TSN]/
Around the League and Elsewhere
Nathan MacKinnon speeds toward success after last year’s breakout season. [TSN]
Can the Canadian Women’s Hockey League break into the world’s biggest market and teach China to love Canada’s game? [Sportsnet]
Pre-season is already showing signs of the load Auston Matthews can carry. [Sportsnet]
Keith Kinkaid goes old school with pixelated images that resemble an old video game on his mask. [NHL]/
