Montreal Canadiens news and notes
- Nick Suzuki became the first Canadiens captain with multiple 80-point seasons in the win over the Boston Bruins. [Journal de Montreal]
- Not to be outdone, Cole Caufield became first Hab in 32 years to reach the 40-goal mark. [Montreal Gazette]
- “You go on the road, and it just doesn’t feel the same,” a feeling that reflects how the Bell Centre energizes Caufield. [Montreal Gazette]
- Trying for 50 goals could be a bit of a challenge for Caufield considering the teams left to face in the final stretch. [Journal de Montreal]
- Kent Hughes discusses why he dropped some breadcrumbs about the would-be NHL trade deadline deal. [TSN]
- Josh Anderson can be “a real nightmare to play against.” [TVA Sports]
Around the league and elsewhere
- Although the NHL has yet to confirm which nations will participate in the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, it’s likely Russia won’t be among them should the war continue. [Sportsnet]
- One week after Auston Matthews suffered a season-ending knee injury, the league is still abuzz over the lack of on-ice retribution from his teammates. [Sportsnet]
- A year after borrowing his dad’s credit card to cover a rookie dinner bill, New York Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer has become one of the NHL’s most-compelling stories of the year. [The Spec]
- The NHL and For Bare Feet unveiled a special sock collection for World Down Syndrome Day, featuring designs by NHL players inspired by their personal connections to the cause. [NHL]
- Stan Bowman suggested that Leon Draisaitl missing the rest of the regular season might prove to be a “blessing in disguise” for the Edmonton Oilers. [NHL]
- Barry Trotz has a newfound respect for the general manager job and no regrets about his decision to retire. [NHL]
- Gary Bettman discusses the future of the World Cup of Hockey, the Department of Player Safety’s suspension for Radko Gudas, and GM meetings in Florida. [NHL]
