Whether or not he would even be an improvement to Michel Therrien, the new “free agent” status of Patrick Roy piles even more pressure on the Canadiens coach. [Montreal Gazette]
Sean McIndoe investigates whether a return to Montreal would make sense for Roy and the Canadiens in his weekly grab bag. [Vice Sports]
Alex Semin professed his belief that Alexander Radulov will have little trouble finding success with the Habs, but also commented on what went wrong during his stint in Montreal. [TVA Sports]
Radulov, meanwhile, will have to practice back in Moscow as he cannot join the Canadiens until issues with his work visa are sorted out. [TVA Sports]
Brendan Gallagher took to Twitter to show his support for Rosie MacLennan, who took home Canada’s second gold medal of the 2016 Olympics on Friday. [Twitter]
Les Canadiennes will roll into Saint-Georges in November to take on the Boston Blades. [Twitter]/
Around the league and elsewhere
It wasn’t just fans who were shocked by Patrick Roy’s decision to leave his post with the Colorado Avalanche, as even those within the organization are left with all sorts of questions. [NHL.com]
P.K. Subban is wasting little time getting accustomed to his new stomping grounds at Bridgestone Arena. [Instagram]
In an interview with Patrik Bexell, Maple Leafs second-round draft selection Carl Grundstrom explains why he chose to play for Frolunda this upcoming season. [PPP]
The Arizona Coyotes may face a difficult task when it comes to qualifying for the playoffs this season, but there is little doubt they are building towards a very bright future. [Pro Hockey Talk]
After his blunder during the 200 m IM at the Rio Olympics on Thursday night went viral, Elliotte Friedman is taking full responsibility and looking for no sympathy. [SI]/