Habs Daily: Canadiens Bold Predictions, Long-Term Powerplay Woes

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

Habs News

• Fans have already tempered their expectations with the Montreal Canadiens set to start another campaign, but there could still be a few surprises. Take a look at five rather bold predictions for the 2023-24 season. [Five Hot Takes For the Montreal Canadiens This Season]
• The Montreal Canadiens still have many pressing questions when it comes to their rebuild. One of the most evident and longstanding issues becomes a popular topic of discussion every time the Canadiens are awarded a man advantage. It’s beyond the time the team takes a serious look at its powerplay woes. [Annik’s Angle: Where Is The Montreal Canadiens Quarterback?]

National Hockey Now Network

• Former Hab Denis Gurianov will not be starting the season in the NHL. The Nashville Predators made a somewhat surprising move, sending Gurianov to the waiver wire to place him in the minors. [Nashville Predators]
• The Chicago Blackhawks are whittling down the roster to the mandatory 23 for Tuesday’s regular-season opener on the road against the Pittsburgh Penguins. [Chicago Blackhawks]
• Training camp and the preseason have come and passed for the New York Islanders, who will now turn their attention to games that matter. [New York Islanders]
• The Vegas Golden Knights claimed Grigori Denisenko from the Florida Panthers on Saturday. Denisenko was the No. 15 pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft by the Florida Panthers. The 23-year-old appeared in 18 games for the Florida Panthers last season logging three assists. [Vegas Golden Knights]
• His Detroit Red Wings teammates like to talk about the incredible ability that Daniel Sprong possesses in his quick-release shot. As the NHL preseason was concluding on Saturday, Sprong put that unique talent on display for all to see. [Detroit Red Wings]
• The Philadelphia Flyers began two days of team bonding on Sunday, which included golf and other off-ice activities. Players will get together for planned activities — watching the Eagles and Phillies is likely part of the plan — without the coaching staff. [Philadelphia Flyers]