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Archive for August, 2010
Louis Leblanc gets assist in first game with Junior de Montréal
Aug 29th
Last night was Louis Leblanc’s debut with the Junior de Montréal in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. I know that this isn’t real big news. But make no mistake, all eyes will be on Leblanc as he plays with the Junior de Montréal this season.
Many people have both wondered how he’d fit, or how he’d perform in the QMJHL…. lot’s of what ifs…. etc.
But now we’ll get to see how his skill level and hockey smarts measure up against his peers in the “Q”. Also how he adjusts to the much longer season as opposed to the US College system.
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Canadiens 1 on 1 with Dustin Boyd
Aug 28th
With camps just around the corner and pre-season around the next corner…. my eyes and brain are becoming more and more fixed on what the Habs season will bring. The reading, (internet) surfing and video viewing has begun to get a picture of the new Montreal Canadiens season that is before us.
Here’s a nice little feature on Dustin Boyd.
Gomez and Cammalleri with a few words on Price
Aug 17th
As the new season’s camps are just around the corner I’m starting to get in hockey mode. They’re (the players) about to start working again… and I just started a new job.
In fact, I think I’ll be wearing some Habs gear in a photo shoot for my new job.
Anyway…. here’s a short clip of Scott Gomez and Mike Cammalleri on Price. (Courtesy of Sportsnet)
Sportsnet reporting that Jarred Tinordi will play for OHL’s London Knights
Aug 11th
According to Sportsnet Jarred Tinordi, the Habs 22nd overall pick in the 2010 NHL draft will be playing for the London Knights in the OHL. They report an official announcement should come within days.
Although there is currently some debate on which road is better suited for a young player’s development, Major Junior vs NCAA, I believe having Tinordi in a situation where he plays many more games will only be good for his development.
I was happy to hear about Louis Leblanc playing in the “Q”… which means I’ll likely skip out to watch him play. I’m equally happy to hear that Jarred will be playing in the OHL under Dale Hunter. Will be easier for some of us to catch a glimpse of him and keep track of his developmental years.
I’m quite pleased at this announcement. Should be noted that Dale Hunter played with Jarred’s father and has been a family friend for years. So Tinordi will have familiarity with his new coach.
Montreal Canadiens vs Calgary Flames – Heritage Classic
Aug 5th
I’m very happy that the NHL is doing a second outdoor game this year between 2 canadien teams. Of course the fact that the Habs are playing in it certainly helps boost my enthusiasm for the game… but regardless what other canadian teams would be in the mix I think it’s a good thing.
It will surely be a fun event. The game is scheduled to be played in Calgary on February 20th.
Here’s a short video clip on the upcoming game courtesy of Sportsnet.
