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Ottawa Citizen
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Ottawa Citizen
Habs Mailbag: Second-line centre at top of Canadiens' wish list
Article content Longtime Habs fan here in St. John's, N.L. Wondering after seeing the beginning of the playoffs — and how the Habs played down the stretch — what do you see the front office focusing on adding during the off-season? A second-line centre seems like an easy answer. Do you think they may look at adding a second-pairing, tough D-man? Or do you see them using what they have and bringing along David Reinbacher or Logan Mailloux? Article content Leon Cantwell Article content A second-line centre is indeed the easy answer. I also think the Canadiens will be looking to add some more size at the forward position. They already have plenty of defencemen and with the retirement of David Savard after this season both Reinbacher and Mailloux — who can be very physical — will be looking to earn a spot at training camp next season. Of course, there's also the possibility of one of the young defencemen being included in a trade to acquire a second-line centre. Article content Article content Article content I would be surprised if the Canadiens keep both of their first-round picks since they already have plenty of young prospects in their system. Trading both first-round picks to get a high-quality centre also wouldn't surprise me. Gorton and Hughes know what they have already and they also know what they need — and a high-quality centre is at the top of the list. There's also the possibility of acquiring that much-needed centre through free agency if the Canadiens don't make a trade before the draft. Article content I saw a YouTube video by RDS that followed Ivan Demidov on the ice during his entire first NHL game against the Chicago Blackhawks. I noticed Ivan likes to move his visor above his eyes. He constantly does that like a bad habit. Do any other players do the same? Isn't this a bit risky for our future superstar? Hate to see a Noah Juulsen eye injury happen to him. Being a diehard fan, I'd like to request slash guards and neck guards and maybe even a bodyguard for him. Article content Article content Mick Chow Article content There are other players who do the same thing with their visors and former Canadien Sean Monahan — now with the Columbus Blue Jackets — is the first one who comes to mind. Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is another. It is very risky and I find it surprising when a young player like Demidov pushes his visor up since he has never played without facial protection and you'd think he'd be used to it. I'm also surprised how many young players on the Canadiens don't wear mouthguards. We used to see more players pushing their visors up when the NHL first made it mandatory for players to wear them, starting in the 2013-14 season. But by now you'd think all players would be used to playing with a visor. Article content
Vancouver Sun
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Habs Mailbag: Second-line centre at top of Canadiens' wish list
Article content Longtime Habs fan here in St. John's, N.L. Wondering after seeing the beginning of the playoffs — and how the Habs played down the stretch — what do you see the front office focusing on adding during the off-season? A second-line centre seems like an easy answer. Do you think they may look at adding a second-pairing, tough D-man? Or do you see them using what they have and bringing along David Reinbacher or Logan Mailloux? Article content Leon Cantwell Article content A second-line centre is indeed the easy answer. I also think the Canadiens will be looking to add some more size at the forward position. They already have plenty of defencemen and with the retirement of David Savard after this season both Reinbacher and Mailloux — who can be very physical — will be looking to earn a spot at training camp next season. Of course, there's also the possibility of one of the young defencemen being included in a trade to acquire a second-line centre. Article content Article content Article content I would be surprised if the Canadiens keep both of their first-round picks since they already have plenty of young prospects in their system. Trading both first-round picks to get a high-quality centre also wouldn't surprise me. Gorton and Hughes know what they have already and they also know what they need — and a high-quality centre is at the top of the list. There's also the possibility of acquiring that much-needed centre through free agency if the Canadiens don't make a trade before the draft. Article content I saw a YouTube video by RDS that followed Ivan Demidov on the ice during his entire first NHL game against the Chicago Blackhawks. I noticed Ivan likes to move his visor above his eyes. He constantly does that like a bad habit. Do any other players do the same? Isn't this a bit risky for our future superstar? Hate to see a Noah Juulsen eye injury happen to him. Being a diehard fan, I'd like to request slash guards and neck guards and maybe even a bodyguard for him. Article content Article content Mick Chow Article content There are other players who do the same thing with their visors and former Canadien Sean Monahan — now with the Columbus Blue Jackets — is the first one who comes to mind. Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is another. It is very risky and I find it surprising when a young player like Demidov pushes his visor up since he has never played without facial protection and you'd think he'd be used to it. I'm also surprised how many young players on the Canadiens don't wear mouthguards. We used to see more players pushing their visors up when the NHL first made it mandatory for players to wear them, starting in the 2013-14 season. But by now you'd think all players would be used to playing with a visor.
Montreal Gazette
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Montreal Gazette
Habs Mailbag: Second-line centre at top of Canadiens' wish list
Montreal Canadiens By Longtime Habs fan here in St. John's, N.L. Wondering after seeing the beginning of the playoffs — and how the Habs played down the stretch — what do you see the front office focusing on adding during the off-season? A second-line centre seems like an easy answer. Do you think they may look at adding a second-pairing, tough D-man? Or do you see them using what they have and bringing along David Reinbacher or Logan Mailloux? Leon Cantwell A second-line centre is indeed the easy answer. I also think the Canadiens will be looking to add some more size at the forward position. They already have plenty of defencemen and with the retirement of David Savard after this season both Reinbacher and Mailloux — who can be very physical — will be looking to earn a spot at training camp next season. Of course, there's also the possibility of one of the young defencemen being included in a trade to acquire a second-line centre. Do you think Jeff Gorton/Kent Hughes will trade one or both of their first-round draft choices for a high-quality centreman? Benoit Pigeon I would be surprised if the Canadiens keep both of their first-round picks since they already have plenty of young prospects in their system. Trading both first-round picks to get a high-quality centre also wouldn't surprise me. Gorton and Hughes know what they have already and they also know what they need — and a high-quality centre is at the top of the list. There's also the possibility of acquiring that much-needed centre through free agency if the Canadiens don't make a trade before the draft. I saw a YouTube video by RDS that followed Ivan Demidov on the ice during his entire first NHL game against the Chicago Blackhawks. I noticed Ivan likes to move his visor above his eyes. He constantly does that like a bad habit. Do any other players do the same? Isn't this a bit risky for our future superstar? Hate to see a Noah Juulsen eye injury happen to him. Being a diehard fan, I'd like to request slash guards and neck guards and maybe even a bodyguard for him. Mick Chow There are other players who do the same thing with their visors and former Canadien Sean Monahan — now with the Columbus Blue Jackets — is the first one who comes to mind. Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is another. It is very risky and I find it surprising when a young player like Demidov pushes his visor up since he has never played without facial protection and you'd think he'd be used to it. I'm also surprised how many young players on the Canadiens don't wear mouthguards. We used to see more players pushing their visors up when the NHL first made it mandatory for players to wear them, starting in the 2013-14 season. But by now you'd think all players would be used to playing with a visor. With so many defencemen next year, any thought moving Arber Xhekaj to the fourth line? He can skate, shoot and keep five opponents on their toes. Joe Bergeron I'd be surprised to see that happen with Xhekaj. He was used as a fourth-line forward during his first year of junior with the Kitchener Rangers, but flourished after being moved to defence. I think his younger brother, Florian, is a better candidate to become a fourth-line forward with the Canadiens after posting 24-11-35 totals and 175 penalty minutes in 69 games this season as an AHL rookie with the Laval Rocket. Do you think the Habs will trade a goalie this summer with Jacob Fowler in pipeline? DinoD on Bluesky — @ I don't see Cayden Primeau sticking around with the Canadiens organization after this season. Primeau can become a restricted free agent on July 1 and I don't see the Canadiens making an attempt to keep him. A fresh start somewhere else would also be the best thing for the 25-year-old Primeau and the Canadiens will want Fowler to be the No. 1 goalie in Laval next season as he continues to develop. Primeau has had an outstanding season with the Rocket, posting a 21-2-2 record with a 1.96 goals-against average and a .927 save percentage.
Calgary Herald
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Calgary Herald
Habs Mailbag: Second-line centre at top of Canadiens' wish list
Article content Longtime Habs fan here in St. John's, N.L. Wondering after seeing the beginning of the playoffs — and how the Habs played down the stretch — what do you see the front office focusing on adding during the off-season? A second-line centre seems like an easy answer. Do you think they may look at adding a second-pairing, tough D-man? Or do you see them using what they have and bringing along David Reinbacher or Logan Mailloux? Article content Leon Cantwell Article content A second-line centre is indeed the easy answer. I also think the Canadiens will be looking to add some more size at the forward position. They already have plenty of defencemen and with the retirement of David Savard after this season both Reinbacher and Mailloux — who can be very physical — will be looking to earn a spot at training camp next season. Of course, there's also the possibility of one of the young defencemen being included in a trade to acquire a second-line centre. Article content Article content Article content I would be surprised if the Canadiens keep both of their first-round picks since they already have plenty of young prospects in their system. Trading both first-round picks to get a high-quality centre also wouldn't surprise me. Gorton and Hughes know what they have already and they also know what they need — and a high-quality centre is at the top of the list. There's also the possibility of acquiring that much-needed centre through free agency if the Canadiens don't make a trade before the draft. Article content I saw a YouTube video by RDS that followed Ivan Demidov on the ice during his entire first NHL game against the Chicago Blackhawks. I noticed Ivan likes to move his visor above his eyes. He constantly does that like a bad habit. Do any other players do the same? Isn't this a bit risky for our future superstar? Hate to see a Noah Juulsen eye injury happen to him. Being a diehard fan, I'd like to request slash guards and neck guards and maybe even a bodyguard for him. Article content Article content Mick Chow Article content There are other players who do the same thing with their visors and former Canadien Sean Monahan — now with the Columbus Blue Jackets — is the first one who comes to mind. Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is another. It is very risky and I find it surprising when a young player like Demidov pushes his visor up since he has never played without facial protection and you'd think he'd be used to it. I'm also surprised how many young players on the Canadiens don't wear mouthguards. We used to see more players pushing their visors up when the NHL first made it mandatory for players to wear them, starting in the 2013-14 season. But by now you'd think all players would be used to playing with a visor.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Logan Mailloux Is Getting Closer To The NHL
Logan Mailloux was drafted by the Canadiens in 2021. He was taken 31st overall because no other team would draft him in that position based on his off-ice issues that were well-documented. That didn't mean he couldn't play hockey, because he can and he is developing in Laval. Last year, Mailloux had 13 goals and 47 points. Those are gaudy numbers for a defenseman in the AHL. According to InStat, he's averaging 2:24 on the power play, and 1:37 on the penalty kill. Those are both good signs. Mailloux is averaging 4.3 shots per game. When he gets to the next level that will drop. There's only so many touches that you can get and he's not going to be on top pairing. His 5-on-5 offender id going to be a key going forward. The fact that he's winning puck battles at a rate of 54% is encouraging for the Canadiens. The offense was always going to be there but this part of his game and one other had to improve. His defensive zone starts are now at 23%. That's big. He's handling his own end. Winning puck battles and he's keeping his PIMS in check. This year is going to be a big reason why he's rounding out his game for the next step. Mailloux has gotten eight games so far with Montreal and next year he will battle for a job at the age of 22.
