Sunday Habs Headlines: Lane Hutson out with an injury
In today’s links, an injury to Montreal’s defence prospect, St-Louis happy with the five-on-five play, Juraj Slafkovský comments on Mesar’s demotion, and a vote on changing the NHL Draft.
The special teams remain a problem, but Martin St-Louis stresses that significant progress is being made at five-on-five this season. [La Presse]
Juraj Slafkovský says that while a return to the OHL may feel like a step back for Filip Mesar, it will help him in the long run. [TVA Sports]
After a difficult season, the Lions de Trois-Rivières have their sights set on winning this year. [Radio-Canada]
Around the league and elsewhere
The result of a vote on whether to alter the NHL Draft, with scouting teams playing a lesser role in the presentation, is expected on Tuesday. [Sportsnet]
The rise of German hockey can be partially explained by a revolution in the nation’s approach to sports science for its athletes. [Radio-Canada]
Rasmus Andersson has been suspended for four games for a flying elbow on Patrik Laine. [NHL.com]