
Spoelstra: No need to penalize Ball any further
Erik Spoelstra supports no further penalties for LaMelo Ball after flagrant foul.
The Montreal Canadiens are expected to start their playoff series against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday, following the announcement of the Ottawa Senators vs. Carolina Hurricanes series starting Saturday.
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Here are the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories, and content you may have missed on Tuesday.
Itās not official, but given the league has announced the Ottawa Senators vs. Carolina Hurricane series will start on Saturday, youād have to assume the rights holders in Canada will want the Canadiens playing on a different day. All signs point to the series versus the Tampa Bay Lightning starting on Sunday.
It was far from the most exciting game of the season, but at the very least the Habs avoided injuries in the underwhelming 4-2 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. [Canadiens Highlights: Regular Season Comes To A Close]
Could phenom Lane Hutson end up winning the Norris Trophy? Statistically speaking, heās among the best defencemen in the league.
Elliotte Friedman suggests Michael Hageās decision to stay at the University of Michigan was well-received by the organization, even if they hoped he was ready to go pro.
Phillip Danaultās opinion on the Selke Trophy likely aligns with many other voters.
One team on Tuesday night looked like they were already thinking about Cancun, while the other looks ready for their postseason run. And we know the New Jersey Devils arenāt making the playoffs. [New Jersey Devils]
Sergei Bobrovsky is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2025-26 NHL season, but he has made it clear that he is not retiring from the NHL and wants to stay with the Panthers [NHL]
Victor Eklundās ascension has been quick. The New York Islanders top prospect recalled their top forward prospect on Tuesday ahead of the Isles season finale.Ā [New York Islanders]
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The Montreal Canadiens playoff series against the Tampa Bay Lightning is expected to begin on Sunday.
The playoff schedule is important for Canadian broadcasters to avoid conflicts with other series, ensuring optimal viewership for Canadiens games.
The Ottawa Senators vs. Carolina Hurricanes series is starting on Saturday, the day before the Canadiens' expected playoff game.

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