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There were 38 seconds left in overtime when Andrei Markov scored on a Canadiens power-play to secure a hard-fought 4-3 win.
The Canadiuens had blown a 3-1 third-period lead.
It was Markov’s fourth goal of the young season.
The Devils came into the Bell Centre as the only undefeated team in the Eastern Conference.
Martin Brodeur had given up only three goals through his first three starts.
BIG win.
What a difference a year makes:
It took the Canadiens 10 starts to secure their third win last season.
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What do you think of this? PK to Toronto for Kessel and Gardiner??
…left the game at start of third period, score 3-2 to go to dinner celebrating My Son’s 17th birthday (how times fly
) …thinking the Evil Doers and Brodeur would come back to at least tie
…very pleased They held on and won in overtime
…what a difference adding the grit and testosterone of Prust, Armstrong, in addition to Moen, White, and I dare.say an involved Bourque have and will make to Our backbone
…They are giving Our speed/skill Guys the space to excel
…only problem, I guess We have to to kiss Drouin and MacKinnin ta-ta
…ps: after seeing Galchenyuk’s beautiful set-ups on Gallagher’s and Prust’s goals, I can not see Him being sent back to Sarnia
Good win by the Habs. The instinct of Markov is why you pay a veteran the big bucks. Gauthier did a good thing by giving him the contract and the money even when he was injured. He has been there since the start of his career and you don’t dump a loyal guy like that when he is injured. That’s not what the Habs are about. That’s what Sinden does and the Ballard-era Leafs. Marky is the difference this year. He looks VERY strong on his sticks so no need to worry about the knees. PK should start clearing out his locker because The Habs don’t need his ego in that locker room. They are playing TEAM hockey and PK plays for himself only and for the big contract. Get rid of that punk and take the draft choices or prospects. Paajarvi and Klienhof for PK. Come on MB, get that punk outta there.
I like Therrien 2.0 System, way better than the Windows8.
The System: Tokyo Drift
and TinTin no emotion don’t talk to players
Galyenchuk has now been caught by the great ape in goal scoring race!
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The cerebral insight of PJ Stock:
“Le problem est Markov n’a pas jouer un seul game cette annee”
“Louis Leblanc est un kid locale”
” I have a pet peeve”
I yelled at Price after the tying goal because I thought it was weak. But what the hell, they won. Now sign PK please.
I thought so too. He could have played the puck on the dump (it was moving hard,but he could have got there), then wasn’t tight on the post. Cole sucked on the play too
Price is on, just the way he stand tall and steady
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Clowe: has more penalty minutes tonight (35) than NHL leader had entering game (Ryan White, 33)
LOL
Did he STAB a guy???
I’d love to find out too
He got 3 unsportmanlike, high sticking, misconduct and a game.
no indication why the game and 10 minutes.
Gomez has served a bunch of penalties!
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The cerebral insight of PJ Stock:
“Le problem est Markov n’a pas jouer un seul game cette annee”
“Louis Leblanc est un kid locale”
” I have a pet peeve”
Did we make to 1,000 yet?
EDIT: OMFG IT WAS ME!!! I DID IT!! F#CK YEAH!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXgSmIffrbc
1,000 comments!
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I told myself the Devils were a good team. I said if the Habs beat them then they are for real,. Not only did the Habs beat them, it was the Devils that got some lucky goals, and had to fight for the tie and then lose, not in a shootout but in OT. I like these Habs, very entertaining. Markov is the difference, and hard play by the rest.
They Call Me Shane
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So Therien not so bad he he
No idea, it’s the troops on the ice winning the games, not the coach. I’ll give credit where it’s due, but I am not ready yet.
They Call Me Shane
“They never asked to be Canadiens, they were Chosen.”
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Twitter @Sholi2000
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May be u like TinTin back
Stubbs – Markov, not talking about injuries past: “You guys have no idea how much work I did.” He deserves every ounce of his success now (Off Twitter on the right side of this page)
They need to put the injuries in the past accept the hard work he did to come back, I wish they’d stop acting so surprised he’s Markov he’s a great D-man
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+10
the habs have 24 cups I have 24 beers
Party. King. has lost all leverage. Enjoy staying home & watching thousands of $s a day go out the window.
Fun stat to take your mind off PK for 7.6 seconds:
With every team having played at least 4 games, your Montreal Canadiens are tied with the Sharks and Devils for the fewest goals allowed with 7. The Leafs have allowed 17.
that gave me a good 10 seconds even…
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We are a special team aren’t we?
This is my first post here since Cammy was on this team, and to say this team is impressing me right now would be an understatement. Change is good, eh?
I missed the game, but after just finding out that our best forward will be out for 3-4 weeks, the team responds by handing Marty F and his Devils their first loss of the season? At the Bell Centre? LOVIN’ IT! I gotta say MT gave me a pretty bad first impression as new head coach when he benched Eller after the first game, but hey! There’s a reason why I am not an NHL coach!
And Andrei Markov. Who would’ve thought he’d be back in Vintage form? Would it be fair to say that he is hockey’s version of Adrian Peterson? (*Knock on wood*)
You know what? I’m not at all surprised by our success after having watched 24CH yesterday. Management’s message is being heard loud and clear: “No excuses!”
But there is one thing that is driving me absolutely crazy. I absolutely love the kid, but WHY THE HELL IS ALEX GALCHENYUK WEARING #27??? I mean he dominated the OHL with 144 points in just over a hundred games in three years wearing #94, his birth year, and now he takes his first strides in the NHL wearing #27? … the number previously worn by two players that just failed as members of the Montreal Canadiens in the modern era? (Kovalev, Bourque last year) I thought players were superstitious about their numbers!
I happen to be very superstitious myself. I’m a goalie – so its okay, I guess. But can someone give me a little reasoning as to why Gally ended up with #27 and not #94? Is it like someone randomly gave him #27 on the first day of rookie camp and he hasn’t felt entitled to inquire about changing yet?
https://twitter.com/#!/mikelang35
Totally had me until kovalev failed with #27. Kovy’s time in Montreal was thrilling, not disappointing. Until the 2009 playoffs anyway
agree on Kovalev. he was worth the price of admission., great entertainer.
You and I agree on everything, ed
IMO Kovy was the type of guy who showed up when he wanted to. Not criticizing his talent and the entertainment he provided, but in my eyes, Kovy was the wrong guy to lead this hockey team and therefore failed IMO.
https://twitter.com/#!/mikelang35
So he succeeded in filling George Gilette’s pockets. Not for the good of the Montreal Canadiens.
https://twitter.com/#!/mikelang35
if you delve a little deeper into the past, players wearing the #27 have done much better.
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☞ The first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool. ~ Richard Feynman ☜
Kovalev was the most exciting player to wear a Canadiens uniform since Guy Lafleur dude.
“Of course I’m crazy, but that doesn’t mean I’m wrong.”
- Robert Anton Wilson
I don’t know. Brisebois always made my heart race when he was in our own end. Never knew which team he was going to pass to.
Should have grabbed 11.
Frank Mahovlich wore 27. So did Corson.
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I was not alive back in the day unfortunately.
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Don’t forget Rick Chartraw.
If we get to 1,000 posts, Boone gets a new server.
967, come on boys
971
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“Hey Richard, two minutes for looking so good!”
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“Hey Richard, two minutes for looking so good!”
Do I get a free slice of,pizza? Chicken wings?
I want some of that smokeable alfalfa Boone feeds the Hamster who turns the wheel on the HIO server
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“Hey Richard, two minutes for looking so good!”
So was Don Meehan expecting the Habs to suck out of the gate so he could use it as leverage? Cuz that doesn’t seem to be happening.
hi all been a while since i last posted something, so here goes. great team effort chucky-as you guys now call galchenyuk played a good all around game gallegher? spelling! played very well prust also played a good game as did the rest of the team price no words needed! suuuuubban needs to take a deep breath and sign for no more than 3.75 mil , per yr for 2yrs then ask for the bank??
what do you guys think of that kind of contract??
the habs have 24 cups I have 24 beers
3.75 per year, for 2 years, is a nice offer. very fair.
Can you call Bergevin, please?
Because I’m not sure our GM agrees with you.
hi ed if you have mb # send it my way i’ll call him asap
the habs have 24 cups I have 24 beers
I was thinking 2yr 6.5. 3 the first year and 3.5 the second.
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maybe,. but that is still quite far from 2.2 and 2.9 = 5.1
at Zep Fan below, me too buddy, me too.
I just want PK back in the fold, where he belongs.
PK, come home!
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your 500.000 g short of what is conceidered fare money at this point of the talks between meehan and mb
the habs have 24 cups I have 24 beers
Say’s who?
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3.50 – 3.75 mil per year for 2 years sounds like pretty much middle-of-the-road.
i agree it’s middle of the pack money but there is acap you know
the habs have 24 cups I have 24 beers
Okay I agree, does this give us a quorum, if so we can pass on to MB.
spoke to some locals today Gerald, at my daughter’s hockey game, and they are sold on the idea that Subban is a cancer in the room.
for those who think Subban makes this team better, it might be a losing battle, I’m afraid.
The first time the Canadiens lose a game that they “should have won” let’s all try to remember this game.
I think mtl was the better team except for 8 minutes or so in 2nd period
I thought we were really sloppy even in the first period.
We should’a kept Sheldon Souray!
I kid. Long Live The General!
WE SHOULD HAVE DRAFTED GRIGORENKO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Just so there’s no misunderstandings, I’m kidding.
Been reading all about PK and haven’t comment in awhile. How much is PK worth? He’s young and has many years to be the Best on D. His hitting alone is bone crunching. What’s it going to be? Deal or NO Deal? That’s the million dollar we are all waiting for? Looking forward in the coming days.
What a game tonight!!! Atta Boy Markov!!! In the right place at the right time. Keep er going!!!
Galchenyuk and Gally are awesome!!! Prust too!!! That line is a keeper for sure.
Go Habs Go!!!
I am really enjoying that line as well.
So great the habs are giving the young guys a real line to play on together.
Galchenyuk has great acceleration and power in his stride.
His patience and vision on the Prust goal shows the talent he has.
its the whole package!!
Oh lord, his hitting is bone crunching? Really? What season did I miss? The guy is a really good defender – he’s not an intimidating hitter. Yeah, he destroyed Marchand the mole. What other tapes are you watching?
This discussion, for and against Subban, has left reality.
totaly agree subban has had maybe 5 big hits since hes been a hab
the habs have 24 cups I have 24 beers
Well, it seems this discussion can no longer be had in a rational manner. Its been taken over by extremists, but I am glad you agree with my sentiment.
Being the best hitter on the Habs for the past two years is NOT an accomplishment.
I find if you capitalize certain words, it makes your argument THAT MUCH stronger.
P K Subban destroys Adam Larsson HD on youtube
Sir, I watch the games. Not footage of individual hits. I have some film of Frank Reich QBing the Bills. He was the best quarterback of his era…
..P.K. Subban Hit on David Krejci on youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwVFX-N3YSE&sns=em
And this doesn’t include krecji or larsson hits.
And where are all the hitters he’s better than? This is like drafting a college QB based on the film his dad sends you. 1959 is a lost cause, but do you, twilight, sincerely believe that PK Subban is one of the most punishing hitters in the NHL? That is the question; not whether he is a capable checker or not, but if he is one of the most “bone crunching”.
I like your metaphor. I could easily follow it.
Few defensemen in the league can throw hits like that. You know this.
Further, the specific argument was if he throws bone crunching hits – not if he is one of “the most” bone crunching. I’ll leave the rankings to TV talking heads. In short, he can deliver punishing body checks. He has a history of doing so.
Thanks for the memories. Good stuff!!! Maybe Funky may have second thoughts? What D has done this……PK is a solid 234 lbs.
Yikes!!!
the statement was “his hitting is bone crunching”… which implies hes a top level hitter. he’s not.
Can he throw a bone-crunching hit on occasion? Yes.
Does it imply that? That’s an interesting take on that very explicit and clear sentence.
You’re grasping, crab. And you’re also new here, so I’ll leave you to enjoy the rest of your evening.
Would you like to see PK Subban play for the Bruins with his brother? How many Habs will be laid out from his body checks. I be one pissed of dude if that ever happened.
I am appalled at the poll question. Really, really low brow.
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☞ The first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool. ~ Richard Feynman ☜
Agree, just another poll question to be ignored.
…but will Subban disrupt the changing room? That is MY biggest concern.
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Its funny how most writers in montreal hated that gauthier signed Markov and said how much of a mistake it was. Now that Markov is actually back and playing that 5.75 mill is a steal. Markov`s elite skills had no connection to his speed or agility but more his positioning, vision and hockey sense. His goal tonight showed how being in the right position makes all the difference! Gauthier knew that and it didn`t work out as planned as he had a set back but he looks great now. A real difference maker and a pleasure to have back. Bergevin has made some nice moves but Gauthier set the team up nicely for this year. So much hate towards him but he did a good job with a few mistakes and some bad luck with injuries.
Bourque trade is looking pretty good too.
So, was thinking what nickname to give our third line. Well, here it is.
Please discuss…..
The “GALLY” line
Galchenyuk, Gallagher and the “Gallows”
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“Brandon’s Gals”
Well done.
how about the 2 G line as in money in the bank????
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Don’t really understand why some people seem to get personally offended at even the mildest criticism of P.K. or indifference to his absence.
To his biggest cheerleaders on here, he’s not as great as you think.
To his biggest critics, he’s better than you think.
In any case, he is not a future superstar. Maybe in popularity, but not as a Chris Chelios or Nick Lidstrom. Those are fantasies. He does not have the offensive skill that these guys have. What you see from Markov, you can’t even sniff that coming from Subban.
He is however a top notch shutdown defenseman, both in killing penalties and erasing the effectiveness of elite forwards.
He is an very good to excellent defensive defenseman and an above average offensive defenseman with who would be very good if only he had an accurate slap shot.
What’s the point of this? Just to say the franchise is not ruined if he is traded, and if he gets sent out west, not likely to haunt the Canadiens. The question is only really answered by what they get back.
when Markov was 23 he was still splitting some time between the Habs and the Quebec Citadelles of the AHL.
And when Markov was younget at age 22 as a rookie he had a season that, if you account for actual games played, is roughly equal to Subban’s season last year.
This is exactly my point, arguments based on emotion and not reality. You throw out where the player was playing at a certain age as if it is a definitive measuring stick. But its easily debunked.
EDIT: And Markov’s season you ARE referring to? He DEFINITIVELY outperformed Subban, in less games at the NHL level. But he played a few games in Quebec, so that doesn’t matter?
what?
hey Funky, I’m a huge Markov fan. I have been since he came up to the team.
Did you know that Markov played forward in Russia and only switched to defence a few seasons before he came over here?
I am also a big Subban fan; you know the rookie d-man that scored 14 goals for us 2 short seasons ago??
I cheer for both of them equally !!
You implied Subban is as promising as Markov because he didnt play in the minors at the age of 23. Well Markov did play in the minors at 23, but he also played for the Canadiens at that age. And he was far above Subban in offensive ability at that age. What Markov has is not something that is learned with time or experience. He has innate, highly superior vision on the ice.
Superstar waiting to happen.
PK is the Best hitting D the Habs had in quite some time. 29 other teams would loved to have him. Don’t you think….
I didn’t say he sucks. I said the opposite. So why do people respond as though I did otherwise? And I’m sure everyone would love to have him for some ridiculous discount. But if you think EVERY team in the league is willing to make moves to get him on their roster, well, you’re wrong; we can be pretty certain of that.
PK Subban has become the expesive option on a car!
Nice to have but not essential !
Moreso with every win!
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The cerebral insight of PJ Stock:
“Le problem est Markov n’a pas jouer un seul game cette annee”
“Louis Leblanc est un kid locale”
” I have a pet peeve”
i’ll take the extra horsepower on my car
I’m a fan of heated seats, especially in winter.
expensive? nah!
leather interior, bose sound, DVD with bigscreen!
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The cerebral insight of PJ Stock:
“Le problem est Markov n’a pas jouer un seul game cette annee”
“Louis Leblanc est un kid locale”
” I have a pet peeve”
nice.
I want the Habs pimped out comme ton char.
I think that after 3 wins, this should be enough for Subban to actually make a decision to play here or not. He’s making this contract dispute too dramatic! I’m fine with him having here. Rather than him sitting his fat ass in Toronto chillin’ a beer on a Habs game (or working out), why don’t he get back in the game and play!
I’ve got a feeling he’ll be signed no later than Wednesday. Just a hunch.
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Which set of tarot cards are you using?
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My gut feeling. Nothing more.
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I think it’s time we looked into that last Markov surgery. Clearly they loaded him up with some Steve Austin bionic gear!
see my comment below.
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The Markov knee is the new Tommy John Elbow.
Just a shame they didn’t go to Dr. Andrews the first time and do the Patella procedure the first time. Seems they opted for the quicker fix. Hindsight always 20/20 though. Great having him back. Would be even better to have PK back to share some of his minutes.
I’ve had the patellar graft. Definitely strong but patellar tendon pain for the rest of your life.
Kaberle should try having the same surgery.
Andre Markov is the Adrian Peterson of the NHL!!
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I agree with HardHabits. Nobody’s perfect.
What would it cost the Habs to bring in the best face-off teacher money could buy? Who would be good?
Kirk Muller or Guy Carbonneau
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They were both coaches here, and they couldn’t get the players to be successful taking draws. Strange since they were both amongst the best at that as players.
Doug Jarvis?
That’s right — he was a coach here too.
What’s Yannick Perrault up to?
Should such vulgar language be allowed on this site? I may be oversensitive, but this is out of line.
The Habs are winning. The Leafs are losing. NASA has sounded the all-clear for the next hundred years regarding asteroid impacts.
All is right in the world.
Blueliners below the faceoff dot or behind the goal line!
Must be a mirage!
or
Jacques Martin has left the building!
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The cerebral insight of PJ Stock:
“Le problem est Markov n’a pas jouer un seul game cette annee”
“Louis Leblanc est un kid locale”
” I have a pet peeve”
I think even Jacques would let Markov play that aspect of his game freely. And I can’t think of one other defenseman we’ve had since Martin first arrived that should have been trusted to know when to pinch deep.
Not having Larry Robinson on the Habs’ coaching staff rates as one of the bigger blunders (and that’s saying something) of our recent front-office regimes. No surprise San Jose looks decent so far.
What’s the reason we look decent?
—Hope Springs Eternal—
great way to end a game le buuut.classic markov.go habs go..
I was kinda hoping that the game would go to the shootout just to see what Galchenyuk would do.
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