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‘He’s a specimen’: Dobson praises Slafkovsky’s game after massive night

Montreal Canadiens defenceman Noah Dobson praises Juraj Slafkovsky’s unique skillset after a three-point night against the Tampa Bay Lightning, and credits his line including Ivan Demidov and Oliver Kapanen for being tough to play against.

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Canadiens’ Slafkovsky emerging as a threat that can’t be ignored

Despite the loss, Juraj Slafkovsky was the best player on the ice for either team on Sunday night, and the Canadiens have needed every bit of that talent of late. Eric Engels digs into Montreal’s undeniable emerging star.

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Published: 10 minutes ago

Lightning Win 5-4 Shootout Classic vs. Canadiens

The Tampa Bay Lightning (22-13-3) won an incredibly important game in the Atlantic Division race. They won a wild and crazy game 5-4 against the Montreal Canadiens (20-12-6). The game…

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Published: 2 hours ago

Philadelphia Flyers, Christian Dvorak Discussing Extension

In yesterday’s rendition of Saturday Headlines with Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the insider suggested that the Philadelphia Flyers are working toward an extension with center Christian Dvorak, and it could get done relatively soon. Since he si

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Published: 2 hours ago

Lightning hold off Canadiens’ rally, extend winning streak to four games

Nikita Kucherov scored twice, Gage Goncalves added two assists and had the deciding goal in the shootout as the Tampa Bay Lightning held off the Montreal Canadiens 5-4 on Sunday.

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Published: 2 hours ago

Canadiens @ Lightning Top Six Minutes: Montreal powers through bad luck to earn a point

First period

  • A nice start from Phillip Danualt’s line with Josh Anderson and Alexandre Texier sees the Canadiens play the first shift of the game in the offensive zone.
  • Ivan Demidov creates a zone entry and Juraj Slafkovský

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    Published: 3 hours ago

Canadiens’ Slafkovsky rips equalizer with 3.8 seconds left

Watch as Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky makes no mistake with his one-timer to beat Tampa Bay Lightning’s Jonas Johansson to tie the game with just 3.8 seconds left.

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Published: 3 hours ago

Arber Xhekaj makes a powerful gesture after teaching Scott Sabourin a lesson

Arber Xhekaj made a strong impact Sunday against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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Published: 4 hours ago

Canadiens’ Xhekaj beats Lightning’s Sabourin in heavyweight tilt

Watch as Montreal Canadiens defenceman Arber Xhekaj takes multiple blows against Tampa Bay Lightning’s Scott Sabourin before landing a finisher during the first period.

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Published: 4 hours ago

Canadiens @ Lightning: Game thread, lines, and how to watch

Game 38: Montreal Canadiens @ Tampa Bay Lightning Start time: **5:00 PM EST / 2:00 PM PST**
In the Canadiens region: TSN2 (English), RDS (French)
In the Lightning region: The Spot
Streaming: ESPN+, RDS, TSN+ It’s a makeshift defence

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Published: 7 hours ago

What Are the Canadiens’ Top Three Blueliners Becoming?

The post What Are the Canadiens’ Top Three Blueliners Becoming? appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. The Montreal Canadiens’ defence is full of contrasts. Hutson, Dobson, and Matheson all shape up as the real backbone of the team this season. The po

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Published: 9 hours ago

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Philadelphia Flyers

Pete DeBoer sends a note to Craig Berube. The Philadelphia Flyers are talking extension with Christian Dvorak, and they're looking to move Egor Zamula.

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Published: 9 hours ago