The Montreal Canadiens are far from perfect, but they're improving this season and could surprise people. That's huge in the new phase of their rebuild.
Evan Berofsky highlights this week's notable NHL waiver wire pickups, including Boston's defenseman Hampus Lindholm, who has undertaken a major role by skating in all situations for the Bruins.
Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki has the third-longest-consecutive games played streak amongst active players.
It's hard not to fantasize about what Artemi Panarin can accomplish after watching his hot start to the season.