by Amy Johnson, Video Producer and Sara, Video Editor, All Habs Hockey Magazine
MONTREAL, QC – Need to get caught up on Habs highlights? Want to relive the memorable moments of the past week?
Then All Habs Rewind is for you.
Every Sunday watch the most unforgettable goals, saves, hits by your Montreal Canadiens compiled by our video production team! Then tell us which one you liked most in the comments section below.
The week kicked off with a home game against the New Jersey Devils. With David Desharnais scratched because a bout with the flu, Michel Therrien chose to dress seven defensemen. Max Pacioretty scored his 20th goal of the season in the first period, but unfortunately it would be the only time the Canadiens would light the lamp for the rest of the game. Controversy arose when a goal by Brendan Gallagher was overturned after it was ruled that he kicked the puck into the net – most fans agreed that it was simply a deflection off the skate. Final score: Devils, 4-1. (Read our full recap here: Net Crashers Beat Perimeter Shooters)
On Thursday night the Canadiens made a short trip down the road to Ottawa to take on the Senators. Carey Price was the hero of the night, making one spectacular highlight reel save after another. He was actually quite busy in net, as the Sens outshot the Habs 44-23. The game started well for the visiting team, with Tomas Plekanec scoring a short-handed goal, Pacioretty with a power play goal, and Desharnais potting an even-strength goal. Ottawa fought back and, after another Plekanec goal in the third period, the Habs found themselves heading for overtime. P.K. Subban fired the winning goal into the back of the Ottawa net just 23 seconds into the extra period. Final score: Canadiens, 5-4 (OT). (Read our full recap here: Price for the Win)
The Habs continued their road trip on Saturday evening by heading to Toronto for a lively matchup against the Maple Leafs. Joonas Nattinen made his NHL debut with the team, but was only allowed two shifts. Nathan Beaulieu also found himself in the lineup on this night. A sluggish first period by the Habs defense didn’t help support a power play goal scored by Gallagher. Brian Gionta and Desharnais both scored in the second and third periods, respectively, but massive amounts of turnovers kept the Canadiens on their heels. Final score: Maple Leafs, 5-3. (Read our full recap here: Coach Liked the Game, Habs Fans Didn’t)
The Canadiens continue their road trip on Wednesday night when they face the Pittsburgh Penguins. Until then, we’ve got plenty of content to keep you busy reading about your favourite team! In case you missed them, here are a few fantastic articles published earlier this week:
Marc Bergevin: A Man and His Plan
Down on the Farm – ‘Dogs Continue Hot Streak
Habs360 Podcast: Habs Inconsistent Play
All Habs Three Weekly Stars
1st Star: Carey Price
Carey Price is the reason that the Habs remain fourth in the Eastern conference. His performance against the Senators was one of the best in the NHL this season.
2nd Star: Tomas Plekanec
Plekanec’s led the Canadiens with 11 shots on goal alone against the Senators and tallied two goals during the week.
3rd Star: Max Pacioretty
Max Pacioretty crossed the 20-goal mark this week with two goals and an assist.
Who was your player of the week?