On Sunday the Montreal Canadiens were in the second game of yet another back-to-back. This time they were in Carolina to face the Hurricanes in the second game of a five-game road trip. The result was a 3-1 win. Here are some quick notes from the game. That was another fine performance from Dobes. HeContinue reading “The Habs tear continued in Game 73, led by the captain”
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A giant game from Dobes nabbed a giant Habs win in Game 71
On Thursday, the Montreal Canadiens were at home for their last game before a big road trip, and the Columbus Bluejackets were in town. The result was a 2-1 win. Here are some quick notes from the game. That goal was a long time coming for Bolduc. Bolduc picked a fine time to start findingContinue reading “A giant game from Dobes nabbed a giant Habs win in Game 71”
Game 70 was an important win for the Habs to hold their standing
On Tuesday night, the Montreal Canadiens greeted the Carolina Hurricanes at the Bell Centre. With Boston and Detroit at their heels and also in action, a win was necessary. The result was a 5-2 win, while the Bruins and Red Wings lost. Here are my quick notes from the game. That was another rough start.Continue reading “Game 70 was an important win for the Habs to hold their standing”
Cole Caufield was the hero again in a Game 67 win
On Tuesday night the Montreal Canadiens hosted the Boston Bruins at the Bell Centre. After a pointless weekend, the Habs needed to turn things around in a four-point game. The result was a 3-2 overtime win. Here’s what got my attention. The top line played their best in a while. They’ve consistently produced, but notContinue reading “Cole Caufield was the hero again in a Game 67 win”
The Habs beat the Leafs in Game 63 to give the coach win 150
On Tuesday night the Toronto Maple Leafs were at the Bell Centre for the 63rd contest of the season for the Montreal Canadiens. The result was a 3-1 win for the Habs. At least three things are worth noting. The Kapanen line was buzzing. Yes, it’s Kapanen’s line, at least for now. The kid scoredContinue reading “The Habs beat the Leafs in Game 63 to give the coach win 150”
The Habs won Game 59, but there were still some calls for help
The Montreal Canadiens closed out February with a Saturday night home game against the Washington Capitals. The Montreal crowd was treated to a rush of offense in a 6-2 win for the Canadiens. Here’s what I noticed. Suzuki and Caufield keep leading this growing group. Mr. Saturday Night, Cole Caufield, did exactly what we expectedContinue reading “The Habs won Game 59, but there were still some calls for help”
Game 56 gave HuGo some things to think about heading into the Olympics
On Monday night the Montreal Canadiens were in Minnesota to kick off February with a game against the Wild. The Habs were on a three-game winning streak and the result in this one was a 4-3 overtime loss. Here’s what got my attention. Two holes appear to be filled, but are the plugs reliable? KirbyContinue reading “Game 56 gave HuGo some things to think about heading into the Olympics”
Game 54 was a demonstration of how maddening the Habs can be
The Montreal Canadiens hosted the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday night at the Bell Centre. It was a night of nostalgia as the Avs wore Nordiques Blue to face the red-donning Habs. The result was a shocking 7-3 win for the home team. Here are my quick notes from the game. The Habs really wanted thisContinue reading “Game 54 was a demonstration of how maddening the Habs can be”
In Game 53, the Habs got a win they needed
On Tuesday night, the Vegas Golden Knights were in Montreal to take on the Canadiens. The result was a 3-2 overtime win for the Habs. Here are some things I noticed. The Habs need to figure out the pinch. The first Vegas goal was on an iffy Carrier pinch. It was Carrier on this night,Continue reading “In Game 53, the Habs got a win they needed”
Guhle returned to action in Game 45 but it was Xhekaj that shone
On Saturday night, the Montreal Canadiens greeted the Detroit Red Wings at the Bell Centre. The result was a 4-0 loss. Here’s what caught my eye. Xhekaj has won the 6D spot. It has been obvious that this was the preferred approach. The Canadiens want Arber Xhekaj’s size and physicality in the line-up. But theyContinue reading “Guhle returned to action in Game 45 but it was Xhekaj that shone”
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