hockeyrealist

Yes, agreed. But it was just bad luck that kept regulation win away, and fact that Habs overcame that is a great sign. Pens were on second on back to back and it showed.

I totally agree that the team is far more exciting that last year and was exciting for final half Of game, but first period was quite dull: 10 shots total b/w two teams is not exciting hockey. The flow and excitement level definitely increased as âme progressed. It is far more rare this year to see a boring segment or period though.

Commenting b/c I’d openly questioned Monty and was again impressed with him. In a way, he stole the game as Sabres dominated for extensive stretches and did a good job minimizing Habs quality chances. Great game by him, I’m always happy for a win. Go Habs Go.

Apparently that is all for show and joke, he is know to be one of the strongest, most athletic people in the league among those in the know.

True, true. Harris is going to be a great two way player and can see him having creativity to run a PP some day.

Good point, he saved some bacon and after bei neg untested for so long that was extra impressive. When Allen is on, i always think of some movie where Robert Deniro (maybe?) has a gangster accent and says: ”Jakey my boy”.

Definitely right to temper expectations but definitely nice to be able to cheer and get excited. Its been a lot better than the tire fire I expected this year.

Missed the on ice interview but have liked how he has handled them so far. Def seems mature but still a fun loving kid who loves the game. It is infectious. Agreed on all of the other points. loved see Wifi step in to stick up for Slaf after he took that hit and as he scored . Wifi didn’t take himself too far out of play and showed how strong this bond is amongst these youngsters. great sign .

Yeah rough start but he settled in a bit and weathered some storms. Glad we got to see him, so far this year it looks like Monty was the smart choice haha

Haha had to adapt. and definitely agree that as much as winning is great, is that what is best for an AHL team? when as you pointed out it is often the team full of journeymen minor leaguers who win. obv don’t want a mindset of losing to permeate but the real point is to make true NHL’ers who are groomed and well versed on the teams systems and style of play.

Agreed on these points, and added to this he’s having to earn his ice time and improving just about every game. While not dominating obv, he is also not a drain at all. A stable home environment will only help, and possibly minimize distractions while optimizing rest/recovery. This is a marathon with him, not a sprint. I also agree with above comment that it will help keep him from being distracted by the fun of Montreal. It is one of the funnest cities in the world.

Current article on main page re expectations for Laval this year hits the nail on the head. Nice piece, thx all for the updates on Laval players.

Coyotes are due to get Ingram a game in, would be cool if that is tonight. Coyotes D seems to be stacking up the points relative to the fw’s, will be interesting to see how Habs deal with this. Hoping Habs don’t take this game lightly, keep building on some positives. The positives have outweighed the negatives so far imo, would like to see Allen have a relatively quiet night and obv the team W. Go Habs Go!

These lines look like desperation and way too early for that. Not sure why breaking up the one productive line 14/22/17 makes sense, even more so given the need to insuLAte Dach with Monohan. Drouin cannot take face offs as was mentioned so that theory doesn’t make sense. Agreed that playing Slaf on fourth line makes no sense, not going to get him any confidence that way. I’m not impressed with these coaching moves and will probably be proven wrong so Go Habs Go!

Tip of the cap to Monty for showing some promise, playing NHL level and giving team a chance. For all of the forward depth, the lack of shots (esp high danger) and goals is quite disappointing. I have seen more completed and quality passes from defensemen so far this year than all of last pretty much, so I am pointing finger at forwards for a lack of vision, execution. The top line is the only threat to score, it is too easy for opposition to plan against a one line team (esp on road). I will give Drouin credit for some good back checking and defensive play but overall was underwhelming. As has been mentioned between he, Hoff and Dado there is a lot of dough tied up in lack of results. Could also add Dvo and Gally to this to some extent and most likely Armia when he returns. Time for Pezz and some offensive zone time.

Some questionable officiating tonight made an impact to some extent.

yeah they’ve taken a step I believe and if they get decent goaltending they will push for a playoff spot this year.

Agree on the Allen / Kovacevic points. Kova has looked decent and much needed. Liking Harris more in season than did in preseason as well.

Ahha gotcha. Thx

Regarding Drouin, hadn’t thought much b/c assumed he was a lock. But, he looked chubby in pictures from the golf tournies, media events over summer and into preseason.

woot woot! Nice W for Allen, and the kids. Anderson was on for all four goals for and had a role in them all. He belongs on that top line and is best fit for the 14/22 duo. Definitely need a left hand shooting threat opposite CC on the pp, go with 5 fw’s put #14 on top of diamond. Was an entertaining game overall, the dmen held their own overall. Savard was a beast with 9 blocks, Anderson was a force all night. Suzuki was on point and CC in fine form.

Definitely not a good sign. Hopefully back by 9 games and the kids get their look.

That expression kicks ass, don’t think I’ve heard it fully before.

Good suggestions.

Wow, flabbergasted at the extent of covering up.