Writers Weigh In: Discussing the New Depth
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While Jeff Petry’s acquisition stole the spotlight on Trade Deadline Day, the Habs quietly added a pair of players from Buffalo in Torrey Mitchell and Brian Flynn.
While Jeff Petry’s acquisition stole the spotlight on Trade Deadline Day, the Habs quietly added a pair of players from Buffalo in Torrey Mitchell and Brian Flynn.
Many thought that the Habs would go after some defensive depth on deadline day but there weren’t as many expecting that they would land the top blueliner available in Jeff Petry.
Strengths: He’s smart defensively and works hard every shift. His ability to play centre or the wing is also an asset.
Strengths: Has good speed and instincts while he rarely takes a shift off. He has some offensive skills to work with as well although they have yet to materialize in the NHL.
Strengths: He’s a very strong skater who can skate himself out of tough situations. His shot is an underrated (and also underutilized) asset.
After making a pair of deals in the morning, the Habs continued to add just before the trade deadline struck.
Marc Bergevin has made his second trade on deadline day, adding some depth to their forward group.
Last year, the Habs made a big move just prior to the 3:00 PM EST trade deadline.
The Habs stepped up their play this past week, playing a trio of strong games to extend their lead atop the Eastern Conference.
Since taking over as GM, Marc Bergevin has been steadfast in his opinion that a team can never have too many defencemen.