Adding Alex Newhook was an important move, but what do the 2023-24 Canadiens still need? [NHL.com]
Can the Habs get more value from their veteran contracts this upcoming season? [TVA Sports]
Reflecting on the decision to select David Reinbacher. [HabsWorld]
The 2021 off-season was a bad parting gift from Marc Bergevin for Kent Hughes. [A Winning Habit]
Around the League and Elsewhere
Scott Wheeler presents his list of the NHL’s top 50 prospects (and 77 honourable mentions) — summer 2023 edition. [The Athletic]
The NHL is not looking to add an in-season tournament like the NBA’s Summer League to its regular-season schedule. [ESPN]
NHL referee Dan O’Rourke is teaming up with the National Federation of the Blind and embarking on a “Ride for Literacy,” a 2,700-mile trip across the U.S. to raise money for blind children. [The Athletic]
Can the Vegas Golden Knights repeat as Stanley Cup champions? [ESPN]
Alex Galchenyuk will enter the NHL and NHLPA’s player assistance program and has apologized to fans and local police for his conduct. [Sportsnet]
The Calgary Flames will retire Miikka Kiprusoff’s #34 next season. [The Hockey News]
Arbitration hearings can get ugly in the NHL, so it’s best to get a deal done beforehand to avoid damaging relationships. [The Hockey News]
Patrik Laine is open to re-exploring his experiment at centre for the Columbus Blue Jackets. [NHL.com]
Alex Chiasson does not want to be caught unprepared by retirement. [La Presse]
