Post-Game Talk: Habs defeat the evil Senators at the Bell Centre

[HabsQC]

Ullmark was focused on Hutson as were three Sens players, he was cheating to the left side of the net.

There seemed to be a dropped stick by a Habs player that was bothering him

For all the goals Caufield has he's actually been crap on the PP.

Give him Hutson on the PP and it might change

 

[Deam78]

Someone mentioned Slaf PPG and I had to double check… very good sign for what’s to come once he gets up to speed

 

[Apfel Struble]

I loved Heineman tonight. Lots of speed, grit and nice shot

We have a player here

 

[RandR]

Montembault is dialed-in right now. He is seeing the puck well (good team defence makes that easier of course) and I love how square he is to the shooter, making the saves look easy.

Time will tell, but he is getting better every year and we really don’t know his ceiling yet.

 

[badfish]

I loved Heineman tonight. Lots of speed, grit and nice shot

We have a player here

This was the first game of his I liked. Others I was either unimpressed or had no opinion.

 

[Yep]

I light up a room

 

[Beendair Donedat]

Guhle and Hutson were phenomenal for us tonight. Hard not to be excited by this pair of younger defenders.

Xhekaj back there makes all the difference in the world too, you could tell Mr Tkachuk wasn’t running wild like he does when the sheriff isn’t patrolling the crease area. The other thing was that MSL played Xhekaj a lot more in the third period, which I thought was a smart move. He keeps improving every game.

Barron had another forgettable game. As I’ve said a few times, I think he’s the obvious odd man out at this point in time. I’d be surprised if he finishes the year here.

Fat fùck Savard played another steady Eddie type game.

Matheson is concerning so far, think he’s trying to do too much. Needs to simplify everything and not try to reinvent the wheel.

Up front Goal Caufield, should have had the hat trick but missed the Pacioretty special. Nice to see him off to such a torrid start.

Big Dick Nick continues to be the Habs version of Bergeron lite. A guy who usually starts slow, he seems to be coming to life quicker.

Slaf with a couple of assists but missed some time. Obviously injured, hopefully he’s able to play through without missing any significant time. Needs to shoot more, but again is likely injured, so ability could be affected.

Dach is looking less tentative but is obviously still pretty rusty. I think you’ll see a massive improvement in his play in about a month, once he settles into game shape and regains some of what he lost.

Newhook looked much better tonight. He needed to though. Still not sold on him yet, but more games like this will help. Has some chemistry with Dach.

Anderson wasn’t bad tonight, played physical, took one penalty I didn’t like and one I didn’t mind. He’s much more effective when he’s pissed off and playing physical so maybe we need someone to cross check him more often.

Gallagher, Kapanen and Evans were very good.

Montembeault was terrific again.

Overall a fun night to watch hockey!!

Oh yeah, and suck it Sens fans.

 

[Habs Icing]

I light up a room

First, you admit you're a boozer, now you reveal that you're a pyromaniac. You're my kind of guy.

 

[sheed36]

Guhle's night. 8 blocked shots.

 

[WeThreeKings]

D Zone coverage was excellent all night and once again the Habs managed to not get pushed around or hurt without needing to dress Pezzetta.

 

[salbutera]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1845293329300455883

 

[Tyson]

Guhle's night. 8 blocked shots.

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+5 in 3 games

 

[Runner77]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1845293329300455883

Have we got ourselves a new moniker?

 

[Tabarouette]

 

[Grate n Colorful Oz]

Have we got ourselves a new moniker?

Heinemoose!

 

[Habssince89]

I think he just might be healthy. Maybe it's pressure from kids trying to take their spot. He looked cooked for most of last year. The last month or so, he and Armia found a step. I thought it might be just that other teams were feeling the grind of the season.

There's no question though, both guys have a step they didn't have this time last year.

The thing is we know he's going to be slower, but there's no reason his conditioning has to be bad. I think it's clear he's in way better shape right now

 

[waitin425]

Just watched the highlights.

Caufields snipe was elite. His shot is on. whatever shoulder issues he had last year are gone.

Lane again dancing all over the ice. 50+ pts and Calder discussion for sure.

Suzukis breakaway was noice! Too bad he didn't bury it!

Beauty goals from Heinemen and Newhook.

Monty. The guy is easily top 15 goalie in league. I said it last year....this year he prove it.

 

[Grand Admiral Thrawn]

Yes but with Primeau in nets tonight, we lose 6-4 lol

 

[HuGo Sham]

I light up a room

personality or pyromaniac?

 

[dinodebino]

Damn, didn’t know Alex Jones was a Habs fan!

 

[Grate n Colorful Oz]

 

[salbutera]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1845281997289029836

 

[Runner77]

This will be the new gif for those times when Cole is not impressed.

https://x.com/i/web/status/1845281553875693762

 

[HabsQC]

I'm not too good at posting clips from my phone, but Heineman should get his first NHL goal on the main board. Guys ?

 

[red devil]

Have we got ourselves a new moniker?

He'll have to fight Rantanen for it