Claude Julien is trying to balance punishing Tomas Tatar for his indiscipline and getting the benefit of his offensive contribution at the same time. [Journal de Montreal | Google Translate]
The Canadiens have been the best Canadian team at getting shots from the slot. [Sportsnet]
The players break down how they like their skates to be sharpened. [Canadiens.com]
Phillip Danault has been an important part of the team since his acquisition, but the Canadiens’ depth at centre may have his future with the team in doubt. [Journal de Montreal]
If you missed it, you can see the Canadiens’ pre-game ceremony from last night honouring military veterans. [YouTube]/
Around the league and elsewhere
Taylor Hall’s future is unknown, but it seems an extension with the New Jersey Devils isn’t one of the options. [Sportsnet]
What’s the next step in the Detroit Red Wings’ ‘Yzerplan’? [Winging It In Motown]
Tyson Barrie doesn’t know why he hasn’t gotten off to a good start with the Maple Leafs. [TSN]
Marc Staal will miss a few weeks after needing to have a procedure done on an ankle infection. [Blueshirt Banter]
Nikita Zadorov sustained a broken jaw in yesterday’s action. [NHL.com]/