Monday Habs Headlines: Chris Kreider’s adjustment phase
In today’s links, Kreider will need time to get incorporated into the top line, Demidov in line for a big season, a more aggressive penalty kill, Mittelstadt staying patient, and Marc-André Fleury takes in Hockeyville celebrations.
Martin St-Louis says there will be an adjustment period as Chris Kreider gets used to his new team and linemates. [La Presse]
Ivan Demidov was in line for a great season, but the chemistry he showed with Juraj Slafkovský could hint at even more. [RDS | Sportsnet]
Phillip Danault explains the forwards are trying to be more active on the penalty kill, and the strategy was effective in Toronto. [La Presse]
It’s one of the things the Canadiens are attempting to adopt from the Carolina Hurricanes. [Journal de Montreal]
Luke Mittelstadt knows he’s fairly low on the depth chart, but is just focused on playing his game and keeping himself in the conversation. [Journal de Montreal]
Samuel Montembeault is happy that Saint-Boniface was named Hockeyville after growing up close to the town and playing there growing up. [Journal de Montreal]
Around the league and elsewhere
Marc-André Fleury was a star attraction at the Hockeyville celebrations. [NHL.com]
How far can Matthew Schaefer take the New York Islanders? [NHL.com]
The Nashville Predators need to avoid another slow start if they want to stay competitive in the Western Conference. [NHL.com]
Standouts from the Calgary Flames’ first pre-season game. [Sportsnet]
