Fantasy Focus: David Desharnais
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2012-13 was shaping up to be another good season for David Desharnais, right up to the point where he signed his contract extension.
2012-13 was shaping up to be another good season for David Desharnais, right up to the point where he signed his contract extension.
With injuries cutting short his last two seasons, the Canadiens’ captain will be looking to rebound this year.
Strengths: A punishing hitter who is also willing to drop the gloves when necessary. He is also a quality shot blocker.
After a disastrous debut in 2011-12 upon being acquired from Calgary, Rene Bourque’s first ‘full’ season with the Habs was a step in the right direction.
The Podcast crew is back after a summer break. We avoid further punishment by avoiding any discussion about the playoffs and start with the draft selections.
As the Canadiens’ reigning scoring leader, Max Pacioretty will be expected to contribute significantly on the scoresheet.
Described by former GM Bob Gainey as a thoroughbred, Carey Price has long been the Habs anointed one.
The 2013 Lake Placid tournament, a tune-up for the World Juniors in December, was held from August 4-10.
The perennial two-way playing Tomas Plekanec had a reasonable shortened season stat-wise, on par with years past.
Brendan Gallagher emerged as an important piece of the Montreal Canadiens team through the shortened 2012-2013 season.