Below is an excerpt from the Canadiens.com article by Heather Engel who updates Carey Price’s flu bug situation and discusses Bob Gainey’s recommendation concerning blocking shots.

It’s all in the technique: For a guy who makes a habit out of getting his body in front of flying pucks, Mike Komisarek doesn’t intend on changing his style, should the aforementioned rule come to fruition.

“I usually put a knee down and try and cover as much space as possible,” said the NHL’s reigning shot blocker and current league leader with 27. “It’s risky to slide with your whole body because you’re taking yourself out of the game. I use my stick as much as possible and make sure I’m well-positioned. It’s a part of the game that I work on a lot.”