Montreal Canadiens news and notes
- Filip Mesar talks about Slovakia’s hot start to the World Juniors, and how happy he is to see Juraj Slafkovský starting to thrive in the NHL. [RDS]
- Six stories about Slafkovský from those who witnessed his rise through his formative years. [Journal de Montreal]
- Known for his offensive highlights, Lane Hutson’s attention to his defensive play has been impressing Team USA head coach David Carle. [La Presse]
- There’s a big week ahead to complete the 2023 calendar year. [TVA Sports]
- 2023 was a productive year for Mike Matheson. [TVA Sports]
- Matheson and David Savard are forming a solid duo this season. [La Presse]
- Players due for a rebound in the new year. [Journal de Montreal]
- A day in the life of Canadiens organist Diane Bibaud. [La Presse]
- The top words used to describe the Montreal Canadiens in 2023. [La Presse]
Around the league and elsewhere
- Kris Letang set a record for NHL defencemen with a five-point period last night. [USA TODAY]
- Sidney Crosby remains the player a lot of NHL players look to model themselves after. [Montreal Gazette]
- The oft-injured Zach Werenski left last night’s Columbus Blue Jackets with a leg injury. [TSN]
- How to choose which PWHL team to cheer for. [The Athletic]
