The struggles continued for the Habs this week, as they picked up just 1 of a possible 6 points, falling to the 8th and final playoff spot, holding on for dear life.

Montreal’s coaching change failed to bring about any immediate dividends, as the team went just 1-2 in their first week under Bob Gainey.

The enigmatic and often uninspired play of the Habs was in full display this past week, costing the team a pair of key games, and ultimately the coach’s job.

The Habs had a successful final week before the deadline, thanks to some excellent goaltending.

The ups and downs continued for the Habs this week as they continue their dogfight for positioning in the tight Eastern Conference while the Bulldogs earned themselves a trio of victories as they continue to work towards top spot in their division.

The Habs learned a valuable lesson this week – trapping only works when you can actually play defence.

To say that this past week was one to forget would be too great of an understatement. The Habs were terrible, and the Bulldogs weren’t any better.

The All-Star break couldn’t have come at a better time for the Habs, after a pair of losses on the road this week.

The Habs continued their winning ways for the most part this week, taking their last 2 of 3 games.

It was a winning week for the Habs despite having over $17 million in cap space on the IR, as they won all 3 of their games including 2 over teams they’re trying to catch in the East. The Bulldogs had similar success, taking 3 of their 4 games.