Sunday Habs Headlines: A strong start for Filip Eriksson
In today’s links, Eriksson’s pre-season hat trick, Carrier’s reception, the Kirby Dach question, superstars open to moves, and Corey Perry undergoes knee surgery.
Filip Eriksson had a big game in the opening game of the SHL season with a hat trick and an assist. [Journal de Montreal]
Alexandre Carrier was surprised by the reaction he received from schoolchildren as he and wife Dr. Alicia Lessard visited them on Friday. [Montreal Gazette]
The main question going in the season is the same as it’s been for the past three years: Can Kirby Dach be the second-line centre? [The Athletic]
Around the league and elsewhere
Superstars have been typically playing in the same city their entire careers, but suddenly the league’s elite are leaving the door open to potential moves in their prime. [Sportsnet]
Corey Perry will miss the start of the season after undergoing knee surgery. [NHL.com]
The Chicago Blackhawks signed Spencer Knight to a three-year contract extension. [NHL.com]
Pete DeBoer reflects on his comments on Jake Oettinger following the Dallas Stars’ playoff loss last year. [NHL.com]
A game with the Winnipeg Jets versus Montreal last night was the latest step in Kevin He’s journey to become the first Chinese-born player in the NHL. [La Presse]
Former NHLPA executive director Bob Goodenow has passed away. [NHL.com]
