Habs’ prospect Samuel Houde was named to the QMJHL’s team of the week. [Instagram]
The Canadiens’ 2018 turnaround could serve as a model for similar teams. [The Athletic]/
Around the league and elsewhere
The World Junior quarter-finals on Wednesday held several surprises, perhaps most notably Finland besting Canada in overtime. [TSN]
Bruce Boudreau’s mom Theresa will be in attendance at the Wild’s “Next Gen” game against Toronto. [The Athletic]
With the 2020 Winter Classic officially being played in Dallas, the Stars are under even more pressure to make the playoffs. [31 Thoughts]
Kristian Vesalainen (the KHL’s Rookie of the Month for December) appears to have made the right decision leaving North America (for now). [Arctic Ice Hockey]
Alex Ovechkin has announced he will miss the All Star Game (and sit one regular season game, as well). [TSN]/