The Canadiens have emerged from the trade deadline with their roster intact, so now it’s time for them to prove their general manager’s trust was warranted, starting tonight against the Calgary Flames.
Puck drop at Scotiabank Saddledome at 7 p.m. EST (CityTV, Sportsnet, TVA Sports, TSN Radio 690, 98.5. FM).
The Canadiens and Flames are on the cusp of nabbing wild-card spots. After Ottawa’s overtime win in the afternoon, the Habs sit two points back of the Columbus Blue Jackets for eighth in the Eastern Conference, while the Flames are a point back of the Vancouver Canucks for the final playoff berth in the West.
Jakub Dobes unexpectedly gets the start in goal, considering Montreal plays back-to-back games next Tuesday and Wednesday.