One of the themes of the Canadiens’ 2023-2024 season will be the three goaltenders. For the past few weeks, it’s been settled, and that’s good. Jake Allen (New Jersey) and Cayden Primeau are simply on fire, while Samuel Montembeault, even if he doesn’t win often, is playing well. In fact, Montembeault may be the club’s […]
The Montreal Canadiens fell to the Carolina Hurricanes last night in a tasteless 3-0 game. Unfortunately, it wasn’t much of a show, as the Hurricanes picked up two points without us even really noticing. At least, even though his streak of games with at least one point came to an end, Juraj Slafkovsky had an […]
You’ll be surprised to learn that yesterday, Juraj Slafkovsky picked up a point. This is becoming a habit. His assist on Nick Suzuki’s goal (now a habit, too) was his ninth straight game on the score sheet. Earlier this season, he had a streak of eight such games. Since returning from the All-Star break, he […]
We’re all familiar with Martin Brodeur’s career. Beyond his statistics, it’s his longevity and consistency that have been truly impressive. He now occupies a position in the Devils’ senior management team and is able to witness the NHL’s evolution over the years at close quarters. According to Martin Brodeur, it has become difficult to find […]
Yesterday was a rare hockey-free Saturday for the Montreal Canadiens this season. Even so, Habs fans weren’t bored, as there wereseveral games to watch involving Habs prospects, including the NCAA Hockey East Conference final, dominated by Jacob Fowler. There was also the all-important Laval Rocket game, which the latter eventually won 3-2. In short, there […]