Montreal Canadiens News and Notes
- The Canadiens are not be living up to their potential right now, but that does not necessarily make them a terrible team. The team shouldn’t panic and make a move they will end up regretting. [Globe & Mail]
- Mathieu Darche is no stranger to playing on a struggling Canadiens squad. Yet, having this unique perspective allows him to say with certainty that players will not lose games on purpose. [RDS]
- A movie detailing John Scott‘s unlikely appearance at the NHL All-Star game might be released sooner rather than later. [Sportsnet | Awful Announcing]
- And while you are at it, check out this awesome John Scott inspired tattoo! [Puck Daddy]
- Despite not being an offensive threat, there are other elements to Lars Eller‘s game that make him a force to be reckoned with on the Canadiens. [RDS]
- The Canadiens’ descent out of the playoffs combined with team’s unwillingness to share information about Carey Price, has led to apathy setting in amongst Habs’ fans. Meanwhile, the crew over at Habs Breakfast discuss the latest round of hot takes surrounding P.K. Subban. [TSN 690 | Dumont | Habs Breakfast]
- Speaking of P.K. Subban, his generous donation is inspiring his young fans to follow his lead and donate as well. [Montreal Gazette]
- Watch as Tomas Plekanec takes part in the newest Before/After Chucky challenge! [Canadiens]
- It seems that prospect Martin Reway will not take part in any more games this season.
#canadiens prospect Martin Reway suffered a concussion and it doesn’t look good. Possible he played his last game with Fribourg this season.
— Renaud Lavoie (@renlavoietva) February 17, 2016
Around The League and Elsewhere
- Dennis Wideman‘s initial 20-game suspension has been upheld by the league. [Matchsticks & Gasoline]
- Former first-round pick Jon Blum is thriving in Russia! The defenseman, who had previously had stints with the Nashville Predators and the Minnesota Wild, is enjoying his time playing in the KHL. [The Province]
- Could the Chicago Blackhawks be possibly interested in receiving Mikkel Boedker’s services? [Second City Hockey]
- Despite the Buffalo Sabres posting a losing record, they are still poised to beat out the Pittsburgh Penguins when it comes to topping television ratings. [Die By The Blade]
- Though the Tampa Bay Lightning and Jonathan Drouin may be at odds right now, this does not mean that their differences can not be resolved in the future. [Raw Charge]
- Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog has a knack for scoring pretty goals! [Mile High Hockey]
- Is it time for the Boston Bruins to part ways with captain Zdeno Chara? [Stanley Cup Of Chowder]
- Check out this interview with the newest New York Riveter, Chelsea Laden! [Blueshirt Banter]
