Vote for March’s 3 Stars!
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The Habs bounced back from a tough February and looked better in March, finding themselves firmly in the playoff picture with a jam packed April on the horizon. Who were their top performers? Vote for your three stars!
The Habs bounced back from a tough February and looked better in March, finding themselves firmly in the playoff picture with a jam packed April on the horizon. Who were their top performers? Vote for your three stars!
With cap space being at a premium heading into the trade deadline, the potential for bonus overage carrying over into next season grows, especially if Marc Bergevin wants to try to add to his roster again. With that in mind, here is a breakdown of Montreal’s bonus situation.
After being off for more than a week due to NHL COVID-19 protocols, the Habs returned to the ice and while the week ended on a sour note, it was still a productive one as they picked up four of a possible six points.
The Habs came into Saturday night looking to sweep the home-and-home set with the Senators as they welcomed Ottawa to the Bell Centre. Unfortunately, they were down early and never really recovered as they dropped a 6-3 decision.
The Habs have made a move to give themselves some more defensive depth for next season as on Friday, they announced the signing of Corey Schueneman to a one-year, two-way contract.
There was never much doubt on Thursday night as the Habs were the better team for 60 minutes. Allen made the few saves needed to secure the win and he finally got some goal support as Gallagher and Evans were particularly impressive in a 4-1 victory over Ottawa.
A few key decisions during Marc Bergevin’s tenure have had significant impacts on the success (or lack thereof) of some of his teams with some remnants still being felt today.
We wrap up our report cards for the Habs during the second quarter of the season with some newcomers to the team earning high marks.
The well-rested Canadiens took full advantage of an Oilers team playing their third game in four nights on Tuesday in executing 60 minutes of complete domination. Considering the incoming schedule, a game that was not intense for the entirety of its 60 minutes of play was welcomed for the Habs as they skated away with a 4-0 win.
Marc Bergevin decided to strike early on the trade market with Friday’s acquisition of Eric Staal. Having had some time to ponder the move, our writers offer up their thoughts on the swap.