MHN Daily: Canadiens 2023 Hot Takes, Roy Shines At WJC

Montreal Canadiens

• It’s been a tough time for the Montreal Canadiens without Sean Monahan, but Montreal’s struggles, along with emerging news across the NHL, are only going to help his value.
• With the new year upon us, one can expect a bold year from Montreal Canadiens GM Kent Hughes, so here are some to take predictions that could be on the way in 2023.
• The Montreal Canadiens have struggled to find any semblance of consistency over the last month, an issue head coach Martin St-Louis discussed at length during his media availability on Thursday morning.

National Hockey Now

• NYI: For a second-straight season, Brock Nelson will likely lead the New York Islanders in goals. And now, for the first time in his career, he is heading to All-Star Weekend.
• BOS: The Boston Bruins announced Thursday that they put one of their top-scoring wingers on long-term injury reserve, and that he will miss ‘approximately’ four weeks.
• PGH: There was something a little off at Pittsburgh Penguins practice. Coach Mike Sullivan stopped practice to admonish his team to pick up the pace.
• PHI: Dave Scott, chairman of the Philadelphia Flyers’ parent company, has a decision to make on the role of General Manager for his team moving forward.
• WSH: The Washington Capitals made some changes to their line combinations, where Anthony Mantha found himself demoted.
• FLA: Florida Panthers defenseman Brandon Montour takes pride in his Indigenous heritage, and he’s committed to growing the indigenous hockey community.
• DET: The Detroit Red Wings overall are performing better defensively than they did last season, but is it sustainable?
• VGK: The Vegas Golden Knights welcomed back two players back to their lineup, both being major pieces to their lineup.
• SJS: A look into what San Jose Shark’s prospect and former 2018 1st-round pick Ryan Merkley could fetch on the trade market.