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Sunday Habs Headlines: Samuel Montembeault takes the blame for Saturday’s loss

In today’s links, Monty’s mea culpa, an interview with the wise Brendan Gallagher, a deep dive of Owen Protz’s Brampton Bulldogs, a potential Heritage Classic in Winnipeg, and Anthony Stolarz calls out the Leafs.

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Montreal Canadiens news and notes

  • After the game versus the New York Rangers, Samuel Montembeault said he wasn’t able to play at the same level as the team in front of him. [TSN]
  • Brendan Gallagher feels like a wise man now that he’s “surrounded by children” on the Habs roster. He also says he’s had to outsmart his opponents in his career to make up for not being the biggest or fastest player. [Journal de Montreal]
  • The top story from every NHL team’s start to the season. [The Athletic]
  • Behind the scenes of Owen Protz’s Brampton Bulldogs as the team aims for the Memorial Cup in 2026. [The Athletic]

Around the league and elsewhere

  • Winnipeg is in the running to host next season’s Heritage Classic. [Sportsnet]
  • Mark Scheifele is the Jets’ new all-time leading scorer. [TSN]
  • The Ottawa Senators have reportedly extended an eight-year contract offer to Shane Pinto. [Sportsnet]
  • Anthony Stolarz is unimpressed by the Toronto Maple Leafs’ overall effort so far this season. [TSN]
  • With no dress code, the Seattle Kraken showed their support for the Seattle Mariners in their Toronto walk-ins. [NHL.com]

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