Archive for July, 2007

TSN: Second wave of NHL UFAs await chances

| July 17, 2007 | Reply
TSN: Second wave of NHL UFAs await chances

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TSN: Canadiens re-sign Gorges, five Bulldogs

| July 17, 2007 | Reply
TSN: Canadiens re-sign Gorges, five Bulldogs

Habster’s take: This signings are good news for a few reasons. Anyone of these players could be used in a trade package (especially Yann Danis) or could help the Habs in case of injuries. Jean- Philippe Cote could win the … Continue reading

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Journal de Montreal: The Canadiens regret Beauchemin

| July 17, 2007 | Reply
Journal de Montreal: The Canadiens regret Beauchemin

Habster’s take: Pierre Durocher from Journal de Montreal interviews Bob Gainey concerning his regrets about how he allowed Columbus to pluck François Beauchemin from re-entry waivers and didn’t sign him to an AHL contract. Gainey also stated that he has … Continue reading

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<> Eyes On The Prize <>: 10 Good Reasons For A Better 2007-08 Season

| July 14, 2007 | Reply
<> Eyes On The Prize <>: 10 Good Reasons For A Better 2007-08 Season

Habster’s take: Eyes On The Prize blogger, Robert L. writes a good article on how the Habs will achieve a great results this season. I pretty well agree with everything he writes especially Charbonneau’s decision to start Huet over Halak … Continue reading

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Hockeybuzz.com: Russian government closes hockey contract loophole

| July 14, 2007 | Reply
Hockeybuzz.com: Russian government closes hockey contract loophole

Habster’s take: Bill Meltzer of NHL.com and Hockeybuzz.com writes about the RHF and Russian government passing legislation which would prohibit athletes from giving two weeks written notice to vacate their job/team. The new law comes into effect as of January … Continue reading

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Habs Inside-Out: Souray’s leadership can be replaced, Latendresse says

| July 14, 2007 | 2 Replies
Habs Inside-Out: Souray’s leadership can be replaced, Latendresse says

Habster take: Sounds like Maxim Lapierre’s nose is out of joint which should make him come to camp with a chip on his shoulder(more than usual) and something to prove to Guy Charbonneau.If Guillaume Latendresse does become a 30-40 goal … Continue reading

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The Edmonton Journal: Oilers finally sign star free agent

| July 13, 2007 | Reply
The Edmonton Journal: Oilers finally sign star free agent

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Slamsports: Homecoming King

| July 13, 2007 | Reply
Slamsports: Homecoming King

Habster take: Here is a good article by Terry Jones who covered the Edmonton Oilers press conference to introduce Sheldon Souray as their only UFA signing. Souray is all smiles and seems sincerely happy to be playing near his hometown … Continue reading

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Journal de Montreal:“I want to play in the NHL…” – Pavel Valentenko

| July 13, 2007 | 1 Reply
Journal de Montreal:“I want to play in the NHL…” – Pavel Valentenko

Habster’s take: Pavel Valentenko will start the season in Hamilton but don’t be surprised if you see him in a Habs uniform before the end of this upcoming season. With the exception of Alexei Emelin and Ryan O’Bryne, Valentenko is … Continue reading

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Canadiens.com: Spotlight on… Andrei Markov

| July 13, 2007 | Reply
Canadiens.com: Spotlight on… Andrei Markov

Habster’s take: Andrei Markov is a man of few words but he has come a long way with his english. Canadiens are expecting an even bigger year from Markov (especially on the offensive side). I don’t think we can expect … Continue reading

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