Monday’s acquisition of Nate Thompson meant that another roster spot needed to be opened up. Michael Chaput is the one losing his spot on the roster after clearing waivers on Wednesday.

The Canadiens added some centre depth, acquiring Nate Thompson in exchange from the Kings for Calgary’s fourth round pick in the 2019 NHL Draft. The Canadiens also received Arizona’s fifth round pick from the Kings in the deal.

Kenny Agostino’s time with the Canadiens has come to an end. After being placed on waivers on Sunday, he was claimed by New Jersey on Monday.

Fresh off a decent showing on Super Bowl weekend, the Habs had another strong week as they collected five of a possible six points to wrap up their lengthy home stand.

The Habs went into play on Saturday night looking to sweep the week as they took on Toronto. While they had the lead a couple of times, they weren’t able to make it stick as they fell 4-3 in overtime.

The Habs have brought back a familiar face, acquiring winger Dale Weise along with defenceman Christian Folin from Philadelphia. Heading the other way are blueliner David Schlemko and centre Byron Froese.

The struggling Anaheim Ducks were in town on Tuesday night and the Habs took advantage by using their speed to skate away with a 4-1 victory.

The Habs came off their bye week with a pair of matinees over the weekend. While they suffered a tough loss in the opener, they rebounded with a win to pick up three of a possible four points.

For 40 minutes, Sunday’s game against Edmonton looked like a replay of Saturday against New Jersey. The Habs were the better team yet trailed after two periods. However, a late goal in the third sent it to overtime where Jonathan Drouin potted the winner.