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Tuesday Habs Headlines: Juraj Slafkovský, Cole Caufield keeping open mind about 2024-25 lineup

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Montreal Canadiens news and notes

  • As long as it helps the team, Cole Caufield are Juraj Slafkovský are open to shaking up the lineup to spread the wealth upon Kirby Dach’s return. [The Athletic]
  • Which Laval Rocket player is most ready for the NHL? [Journal de Montreal]
  • Michael Pezzetta bought cowboy boots in Calgary during the COVID season and kept wearing them during a long winning streak. Now he’s permanently adopted the look. [Canadiens.com]
  • Playing in front of a sold-out crowd as the Bell Centre was the most magical moment of Gabrielle David’s life. [Radio-Canada]
  • After the emotions of Saturday’s game, the atmosphere will be calmer on Wednesday night for PWHL Montreal, though the game no less important. [La Presse]

Around the league and elsewhere

  • After three years as a franchise, the Seattle Kraken are contemplating a coaching change. [Everett Herald]
  • The Buffalo Sabres have made their choice, bringing back Lindy Ruff. [Die By The Blade]
  • Dakota Joshua is helping to give the Vancouver Canucks a solid third line. [Sportsnet]
  • Adam Henrique was one of the goal-scorers in Edmonton’s win over Los Angeles, his first playoff goal in 4,333 days. [Sportsnet]
  • Alexandar Georgiev tries to stay positive after a rough night in Winnipeg on Sunday. [NHL.com]
  • Miragh Bitove is looking forward to seeing the celebrations from the eventual winning players this season in her new role as keeper of the Cup. [NHL.com]

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