Montreal Canadiens team news

26-6-2012 Marc Savard interviewed in paper
Marc Savard was interviewed in today's paper about the recent trade that sent him from Boston Bruins to Montreal Canadiens. I have nothing against their organization but I can't say I was cheering when I heard the news about the trade, he said at the news conference.

24-6-2012 Yannick Weber frustrated
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Yannick Weber feels frustrated about his position in the organization. He feels he's good enough to be a regular player for the team and wonders why the organization still considers him a minor league player.

A native of Switzerland, Yannick Weber was originally drafted to the NHL by the Montreal Canadiens in the 3rd round of the 2007 entry draft. He has appeared in 109 NHL games during his career, notching 5 goals and adding 25 assists along with 50 penalty minutes. The 23 year old defenseman is getting ready for the upcoming season.


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23-6-2012 Travis Moen frustrated
Montreal Canadiens left wing Travis Moen feels frustrated about his position in the organization. He feels he's good enough to be a core player for the team and wonders why the organization still considers him a minor league player.

A native of Canada, Travis Moen was originally drafted to the NHL by the Calgary Flames in the 5th round of the 2000 entry draft. He has appeared in 570 NHL games during his career, notching 52 goals and adding 55 assists along with 681 penalty minutes. The 30 year old left wing is expecting a good season for the team.


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23-6-2012 Kyle Hagel frustrated
Montreal Canadiens left wing Kyle Hagel feels frustrated about his position in the organization. He feels he's good enough to be a regular player for the team and wonders why the organization still considers him a minor league player.

A native of Canada, Kyle Hagel, was originally signed as a free agent to the NHL. He has not yet played at NHL level. The 27 year old left wing is eagerly waiting to hit the ice once the season starts.


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24-6-2012 Options to be confirmed tomorrow
The following players' contract options need to be confirmed tomorrow:



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22-6-2012 Cédrick Desjardins uncertain about future
Cédrick Desjardins wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Rene Bourque uncertain about future
Rene Bourque wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Josh Gorges uncertain about future
Josh Gorges wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 David Desharnais uncertain about future
David Desharnais wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Raphael Diaz uncertain about future
Raphael Diaz wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Andreas Engqvist uncertain about future
Andreas Engqvist wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Brendon Nash uncertain about future
Brendon Nash wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Frédéric St. Denis uncertain about future
Frédéric St. Denis wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Scott Gomez uncertain about future
Scott Gomez wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Travis Moen uncertain about future
Travis Moen wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Peter Budaj uncertain about future
Peter Budaj wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Tomas Plekanec uncertain about future
Tomas Plekanec wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Petteri Nokelainen uncertain about future
Petteri Nokelainen wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Alexei Emelin uncertain about future
Alexei Emelin wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Carey Price uncertain about future
Carey Price wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Michael Blunden uncertain about future
Michael Blunden wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Blake Geoffrion uncertain about future
Blake Geoffrion wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Ryan White uncertain about future
Ryan White wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Lars Eller uncertain about future
Lars Eller wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 P.K. Subban uncertain about future
P.K. Subban wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Yannick Weber uncertain about future
Yannick Weber wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Joe Stejskal uncertain about future
Joe Stejskal wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Brandon Prust uncertain about future
Brandon Prust wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Kyle Hagel uncertain about future
Kyle Hagel wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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22-6-2012 Colby Armstrong uncertain about future
Colby Armstrong wants clarification on his future as he no longer can be considered a prospect. He wants you to clarify his status in the organization.


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23-6-2012 Contracts expiring !
The following players' contracts are going to expire in one week:
-Kyle Hagel (Quebec Citadelles) RFA, needs qualifying offer
-Mika Partanen (Quebec Citadelles) RFA, needs qualifying offer



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23-6-2012 Contracts expiring !
The following staff members' contracts are going to expire in one week:



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21-6-2012 Mika Partanen agrees on a contract.
Mika Partanen has signed a one year deal with the Quebec Citadelles. Financial terms of the deal were not announced.


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21-6-2012 Mika Partanen agrees on a contract.
Mika Partanen has signed a one year deal with the Quebec Citadelles. Financial terms of the deal were not announced