Habster:
Below is a translated excerpt from the Journal de Montreal article by Pierre Durocher who went to Hamilton during the Canadiens five day layoff to talk to Max Pacioretty about the beginning of his AHL career:
“I knew it (demotion to Hamilton) was in the plans of the team and I accept it, except I had been dreaming towards the end of camp,” said Pacioretty.
“I was heartbroken when the Canadian announced that I had to take the path to Hamilton. I felt I was close to my goal.
“Now, I am able to realize that I still have a lot to learn. The level of play in the AHL is high. I made mental mistakes. This is the main flaw that I must correct. ”
Journal de Montreal: Pacioretty est retourné à Hamilton le coeur brisé