I feel like Roy plays to the ability of his linemates. I wonder how he would do with Demidov since he excelled while playing with Bedard.

He is passing them into the empty nets.

There is a warranted criticism but I feel it is amplified.

I think there is an inherent racism that exists when talking about Kadri. There wouldn't be as much resistance if the Habs were trying to acquire Tom Wilson.

I wonder if it is part of their treatment plan. Since he was initially expected to miss a chunk of the start of season.

Toffoli too

It feels like they are going to tear it down if Crosby agrees to move. Their trade with Vancouver suggests that they are looking to acquire futures.

I agree it would suck for them to get another generational player but if it improves the Habs chances at a cup, I can get on board.

If Crosby leaves elsewhere, what about Malkin? Might be interesting for Demidov to play with someone he looks up to.

@bwildemtl.bsky.social what do you think of the Habs trying to get Couturier if they can't get Crosby or a young C? He might be defensively good enough to cover for Laine and Demidov while having some offensive upside. Feels like the flyers are trying to accumulate futures.

You know how players have a prime age, is there a prime experience for a coach where they perform best?

If based on talent, I think just Demidov. If it is to build a team, I include Suzuki.

I found that he was amazing along the boards last season right before he started getting points in the second half of the season. Hopefully he finds that version of himself.

This is a hypothetical but do you see a cup contender that has a weak PK target Armia and Evans together as a duo?

Flowers for the Habs' pro-scouting team.

I wonder how many years it takes to develop a coach considering that Marty has relatively little coaching experience prior to starting with the Habs.