On Saturday night the Montreal Canadiens were in New Jersey for the final game of a five-game road trip. It was also the first game of a home and home against the Devils. The result was a 4-3 shootout win. Here’s what caught my eye. The rookies on that second line continue to impress. WithContinue reading “The Habs swept the five-game road trip with a Game 76 win in Jersey”
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Game 72 was a statement game from the second line
On Saturday night, the Montreal Canadiens opened a five-game road trip in Nashville against the Predators. Having swept a three-game homestand, the Habs were hoping to take that show on the road. The result was a 4-1 win. Here are some things worth talking about. Demidov is putting it all together and the second lineContinue reading “Game 72 was a statement game from the second line”
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”
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”
Hopes and Expectations for the Habs at the NHL Trade Deadline
The 2026 Olympics are well underway and we are in the middle of the NHL trade freeze, which is in effect until 11:59pm on February 22. When we wake up on February 23, the NHL will be wide open for business. The freeze does not apply to rumours and they continue to swirl while ourContinue reading “Hopes and Expectations for the Habs at the NHL Trade Deadline”
The Habs headed into the Olympics with a Game 57 win
On Wednesday night the Montreal Canadiens were in Winnipeg to face the Jets. The Olympics trade freeze passed earlier in the day and the Habs were quiet. It was their final game before the Olympic break and the result was a 5-1 win for Montreal. Here are some things I noted. The old guys gotContinue reading “The Habs headed into the Olympics with a Game 57 win”
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”
Blue liners were the difference for the Habs in Game 46
On Monday night, the Montreal Canadiens concluded a four-game home stand with a visit from the Vancouver Canucks. The result was a 6-3 win. Here are two quick notes from the game. The Canadiens needed four goals to win, and the first four goals were all scored by defensemen. Noah Dobson didn’t waste any timeContinue reading “Blue liners were the difference for the Habs in Game 46”
In Game 44, the Habs convincingly beat the defending Cup champs
On Thursday night the Florida Panthers descended on the Bell Centre and were greeted by the young and confident Canadiens. The result was a 6-2 win for Montreal. Here’s what I noticed. Alex Texier is having fun right now. That was his first career hat trick. It was only late November when Texier’s contract wasContinue reading “In Game 44, the Habs convincingly beat the defending Cup champs”
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