Montreal Canadiens news and notes
- Phillip Danault proved himself to be among the best centermen in the NHL during his exceptional 2018-19 season. [NHL]
- Depending on how they perform at development camp, Josh Brook and Ryan Poehling have the inside track on Habs roster spots. [Montreal Gazette]
- Some 252 penalty minutes were awarded, and ten players expelled, when the Montreal Canadiens met the Quebec Nordiques in 1984 in what is now called the Good Friday Massacre. [Journal de Montreal]/
Around the League and Elsewhere
- Matt Duchene is savoring his first-ever trip to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. [NHL]
- During Friday night’s game, Auston Matthews had his best 200-foot game of the playoffs. Another sign of how he’s matured in his third NHL season. [TSN]
- Supporters of the CWHL have the opportunity to bid on game-used items and keep an authentic souvenir of the teams… just don’t expect the players to see a cent. [Victory Press]
- Ever wonder what players crave as a late-night snack? Of course you do!/
Monday’s playoff schedule
Washington Capitals @ Carolina Hurricanes
Start time: 7:00 PM EDT / 4:00 PM PDT
In Canada: Sportsnet (English), TVA Sports (French)
In the USA: NBCSN
Elsewhere: NHL.tv / Rogers NHL Live
Nashville Predators @ Dallas Stars
Start time: 8:30 PM EDT / 5:30 PM PDT
In Canada: Sportsnet One (English), TVA Sports 2 (French)
In the USA: CNBC
Elsewhere: NHL.tv / Rogers NHL Live
