Has Lars Eller Finally Found His Game? Brianne Spiker | November 27, 2014 As the main piece coming to Montreal in the Jaroslav Halak trade back in 2010, Lars Eller has always been a subject of curiosity for the fans. Going 13th overall…
With Bourque Trade, Bergevin Looks Towards the Future Brianne Spiker | November 21, 2014 Just when it seemed like Rene Bourque was stuck in AHL purgatory after going unclaimed on waivers, Bergevin managed to pull another trade out of his sleeve by dealing Bourque…
Dale Weise: From Miscast to Dream Come True Brianne Spiker | November 16, 2014 For much of Dale Weise’s NHL career, he has been miscast. In New York and Vancouver, he was nothing more than a fourth liner who was expected to be a…
Travis Moen-Sergei Gonchar Deal Another Win by Montreal Brianne Spiker | November 11, 2014 It was announced today that the Montreal Canadiens had traded Travis Moen to the Dallas Stars in exchange for defenseman Sergei Gonchar. On the surface, you’re wondering why Bergevin traded…
AHL-bound Bourque Signals Change in Montreal Brianne Spiker | November 10, 2014 Despite how poorly a veteran player plays, it still comes as a surprise if they get put on waivers. In the case of Rene Bourque whose 2013-14 regular season was…
Who Is to Blame for Montreal’s Slump? Brianne Spiker | November 5, 2014 After a tantalizing start with come from behind wins and scoring a lot of goals, the Montreal Canadiens have come crashing down to earth. This team has been playing sloppy,…
Dustin Tokarski: All He Does is Win Brianne Spiker | October 30, 2014 It takes a special player to rise to the occasion of performing in the big moments. Some players have the ability to do so, while others shrink in the spotlight.…
PA Parenteau Trade Proving to be a Coup for Montreal Brianne Spiker | October 27, 2014 This past summer, GM Marc Bergevin made a flurry of roster changes despite the team being fresh off of an Eastern Conference finals appearance. Letting captain Brian Gionta go was…
Brendan Gallagher: The Heart of a Lion Brianne Spiker | October 23, 2014 It’s no secret every player faces some kind of obstacle in trying to succeed in the NHL. Whether it’s living up to the hype, improving critical skills or the struggle…
Appreciating Andrei Markov Brianne Spiker | October 20, 2014 He has never won the Norris Trophy as the NHL’s top defenceman. He isn’t the most intimidating guy on the ice. And he certainly isn’t the most sought after interview…
Will Tomas Plekanec Reach New Heights This Season? Brianne Spiker | October 10, 2014 It is no secret the Montreal Canadiens are pretty blessed at the centre ice position with David Desharnais, Tomas Plekanec, Lars Eller and Manny Malhotra as the current centres. However,…
Relax Habs Fans, Michael McCarron Isn’t a Bust Brianne Spiker | October 6, 2014 Being an NHL first round pick is a lot of pressure. But when you’re a first round pick of the Montreal Canadiens, no doubt the glare is a little brighter…