As Montreal’s most consistent point-producer, the pressure remains on Tomas Plekanec to lead the way in scoring. A gifted playmaker, Plekanec’s skills lie in setting up his teammates, but he is no stranger to putting the puck in the net himself.
When he signed with the Habs in the summer of 2009, Mike Cammalleri instantly became the Habs’ single greatest scoring threat.
A smooth skater and a smart shooter. Makes the most of his limited size by being in the right spot positionally.
The 2011 IIHF World Hockey Championships were held from April 29th until May 15th with a total of 5 players or prospects who represented the organization.
When you’re watching a game on TV or listening on the radio, one of the stats you hear most often is shots on goal.
Strengths: Drives the net hard, is willing to go to stand in front. Has an above average wrist shot and will drop the gloves on occasion when required.
Everyone knows Carey Price is the Habs’ undisputed MVP of the 2010-11 season.
All season, the common element of the Montreal Canadiens has been the surprising rate that they continue to take penalties despite not being a particularly physical squad.
Entering the season one would have been hard pressed to find fans or experts who would have predicted David Desharnais would be a solid contributor at the NHL level for the Montreal Canadiens.
Strengths: Has been reliable at both the junior and AHL levels, there is nothing flashy to his game, he just is effective.