On Monday night, Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault is set to start in his tenth straight game. This is a situation rarely seen in the NHL especially where as Montembeualt played both halves of a back-to-back against Detroit this past weekend. The Canadiens backup goaltender Cayden Primeau appears to have lost favor in Montreal after a terrible start to his season. The … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Concerns in the Crease
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NHL Predictions: Dec 21 Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens
Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec 21 Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens
Analysis of Canadiens Acquisition of Predators Defenceman
On Tuesday, the Canadiens made a move to shore up their backend by acquiring Alexandre Carrier in exchange for Justin Barron. The Canadiens originally acquired Barron in a trade that sent Artturri Lehkonen to Colorado. Barron, 23, never lived up to his potential in Montreal and was due for a change of scenery. Carrier, 28, adds some much-needed stability to the Canadiens … [Read more...] about Analysis of Canadiens Acquisition of Predators Defenceman
How One Forward is Changing the Canadiens powerplay
Canadiens forward Patrik Laine is coming off his first hat trick with the Canadiens in a 6-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres. This is the 11th time Laine has scored three or more goals in a game. All three came on the powerplay which has become a trend for Laine as all six of his tallies this season are on the man advantage. The Canadiens powerplay which has typically struggled in … [Read more...] about How One Forward is Changing the Canadiens powerplay
Nashville and Montreal Swap Defencemen
The Nashville Predators and Montreal Canadiens have agreed to a trade to swap defencemen. Alexandre Carrier goes to the Habs while Justin Barron heads to the Predators. Nashville and Montreal Swap Defencemen Trade: To #GoHabsGo: D Alexandre Carrier To #Preds: D Justin Barron — Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) December 19, 2024 Carrier has seven points in 28 games this … [Read more...] about Nashville and Montreal Swap Defencemen