Montreal Canadiens News
Must Reads
- Marc Bergevin was interviewed by Chris Nilan and Sean Campbell, and gave his insight regarding Subban’s relationships with Therrien, the possibility of re-signing Vanek, and Michel Therrien’s performance so far.
- Mike Babcock spoke highly of P.K. Subban’s role in the Olympics, as well as Carey Price’s great performance.
- Babcock wasn’t the only one laying praise at the feet of Carey Price. He won the ‘Hickock belt’ for the month of February, & was named as the best goalie in the world by Justin Goldman over at the Goalie Guild.
- Guillaume Lefrancois takes a look at the Habs current injury woes, and whether or not they can weather the storm.
- The Habs are the only ‘big four’ team in North America to post a winning record versus every single one of their opponents. That includes now defunct franchises as well.
- Tim Bozon’s father Philippe will speak to the media today, regarding the status of his recovering son. The young prospect will drop the puck in a ceremonial face-off before game 6, as last night was his final night in hospital.
- Prospect Artturi Lehkonen signed with Frölunda of the SHL.
- Nathan Beaulieu finished 20th in HF’s top prospect list. What will it take for him to replace Bouillon on the blue line? Probably a miracle.
- Martin Reway’s playoffs continue to be an offensive bonanza. He finished the series vs Cape Breton with 4 goals and 7 assists in 4 games.
News and notes from around the NHL
- It’s been one year since Jarome Iginla left Calgary. Matchstick and Gasoline takes a look back at the monumental trade.
- Sean Avery is at it again, you’d think he’d have faded into obscurity by now, but his antics live on.
- It was fight night between Iowa and Charlotte in the AHL. The brawls led to 230 PIMs in the third period alone.
- The Pope now owns a Flyers jersey. I’m not quite sure what to make of that.
- Bob Wage examines the issues surrounding the Carolina Hurricanes, and the changes that must be made to turn the team around.
