Going back 10 years to look at the top 30 selections from the 2012 NHL Draft. Montreal doesn’t make the list. [NHL.com]
Jake Allen was impressed with the leadership shown by several players on the team last year, but says the team needs a singular person at the helm. He also discusses the uncertainty regarding the Canadiens’ goaltending situation. [Le Devoir]
Looking into the perceived regional bias in the NHL Awards voting. [Sportsnet]
The above article also contains some discussion on the different approaches to first overall./
Around the league and elsewhere
Patrice Bergeron is reportedly returning to the Boston Bruins to play one final season. [TSN]
The Ottawa Senators are one step closer to actually playing their games in Ottawa. [Sportsnet]
Reilly Smith is reportedly signing an extension with the Vegas Golden Knights. [Knights On Ice]
The Nashville Predators have an eight-year deal on the table for Filip Forsberg. [NHL.com]
Trevor Zegras discusses a rookie season filled with moments that had him in the league spotlight. [NHL.com]
Hockey Canada and the Canadian Hockey League have been subpoenaed to testify before the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage. [Sportsnet]/
