Habs Daily: 2023 Draft Targets, Harvey-Pinard, NHL Trade Market

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2 years ago

January 27, 2023

All the latest Habs news, recent Canadiens stories, as well as news and information from around the National Hockey League.

Several Montreal Canadiens Draft targets participated in the CHL’s 2023 Top Prospects Game.
Head coach Martin St-Louis discussed the challenges involved in running an unbalanced roster.
Despite being one of the Canadiens’ most reliable and consistent defencemen this season, rookie Johnathan Kovacevic was a healthy scratch against the Detroit Red Wings.
Red Wings results
Prospect Emil Heineman turned on the jets and scored a great end-to-end goal for Leksand.
Rafael Harvey-Pinard stood out as a dominant presence in the Canadiens’ 4-3 overtime loss to the Red Wings.
Kirby Dach dropped the gloves with Andrew Copp, who was looking for a fight. He chose…poorly.
As previously reported, the Colorado Avalanche are still interested in Canadiens forward Sean Monahan. Take a look at some of the potential returns if a trade were to occur.

NYI: Take a look at some of the ridiculous stats that emerged during the New York Islanders‘ difficult stretch of games in January.
BOS: The Boston Bruins would have to include either defenceman Brandon Carlo or winger Jake DeBrusk to convince the Vancouver Canucks to engage in trade talks regarding Bo Horvat.
PGH: Unlike previous years, the Pittsburgh Penguins are far from guaranteed a playoff spot once the dust settles. Breakdowns are playing a big part in their struggles this season.
PHI: Despite the recent downturn in results for the Philadelphia Flyers, head coach John Tortorella likes what he sees.
DET: Dylan Larkin’s agent, Pat Brisson, is not alarmed by the fact that his client has not yet signed a contract with the Detroit Red Wings.
WSH: Washington Capitals still aren’t certain what their game plan will be as the NHL trade deadline quickly approaches.
FLA: In an unfortunate development for Canadiens fans dreaming of a franchise-changing Draft in 2023, the Florida Panthers‘ health situation should improve in the near future.
VGK: The playoff race is on in the Pacific Division, and the Vegas Golden Knights are feeling the heat.
SJS: Tony Ferrari joined the San Jose Sharks podcast to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of top prospect Leo Carlsson.