Canadiens Daily: Habs Waivers, Trade Targets, Hutson Interview

Montreal Canadiens don’t appear done tinkering with their roster before the roster deadline, with waiver options still available for the taking.

Lane Hutson talks about his experience in Montreal and the passion of the fans.

Joshua Roy and Lane Hutson continue to dominate in their respective leagues.

That, more Montreal Canadiens, NHL news, and NHL trade rumours in the latest MHN Canadiens Daily:

Montreal Canadiens

Since being drafted by the Canadiens last summer, fans are excited to have Lane Hutson as a future member of the team moving forward, and the feeling seems to be mutual.

The Canadiens placed two defencemen on waivers, but still have room to choose from a list of interesting names found on waivers today. Here’s what they could still add before the deadline tomorrow.

Joshua Roy and Riley Kidney continue to dominate in the QMJHL, while Lane Hutson and Jakub Dobes stand out in the NCAA.

The Canadiens Weekly Wrap-Up: Kent Hughes is Shopping, Waiver News, Slafkovsky & Guhle impress, Patrick Roy visits Habs, and more news you may have missed.

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NYI: There’s no question that if the New York Islanders’ offence is going to have more success this upcoming season, Mathew Barzal is going to need to be heavily involved.

BOS: Last season was not an easy one for young Boston Bruins center Jack Sutdnicka, but he’s ready to make an impact this season.

PGH: The Pittsburgh Penguins did not put defenseman prospect P.O Joseph on waivers Sunday, but they’re not in the clear just yet.

PHI: In what may have been the best development of the Philadelphia Flyers’ training camp, Sean Couturier seems headed toward rejoining the team at some point this season; maybe even sooner rather than later.

WSH: Just 24 hours before final rosters were due, Lucas Johansen was finally closing in on his NHL dream as the last fringe defenseman up with the Washington Capitals, but then..

FLA: Florida Panthers forward Anthony Duclair has made his impact on hockey felt in multiple areas over the past year, especially in he fight against racism.

DET: Rookie defenseman Simon Edvinsson is the headliner among a list of 15 players the Detroit Red Wings were assigning to the AHL Grand Rapids Griffins on Sunday.

VGK: New Vegas Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy believes his bottom-six is ‘not anywhere close to where it needs to be’.

SJS: The story on how the San Jose Sharks were convinced to draft Tomas Hertl at the 2012 NHL Draft.

DAL: The Dallas Stars have finalized their roster for opening night after making the final moves on Sunday; meaning 1st round pick Wyatt Johnston has made the team.