Jonathan Huberdeau had a foul first season in Calgary. We thought the shock of being traded from the Panthers to the Flames and taking part in for an old-school fashionable coach had affected him final 12 months…
However now, regardless of the change of coach, it’s clear that Huberdeau has misplaced his method. He was just lately benched for the whole third interval of a recreation, which is a powerful gesture.
In accordance with Gilbert Delorme, his lack of effort is in charge. However in actuality, regardless of the purpose, it’s time for him to rise up and get his act collectively.
At $10.5 million for almost eight extra years, he’s acquired to ship the products.
All this to say that this morning, in the course of the Flames’ coaching session on the Bell Centre (the membership will play the Habs on Tuesday evening), the Quebecer skated on the third line.
Mikael Backlund has a historical past of bringing the most effective out of his linemates. Not stunned to see him skating with Jonathan Huberdeau right now in Montreal.
– Wes Gilbertson (@WesGilbertson) November 13, 2023
Clearly, having a man who earns a lot cash outdoors the top-6 isn’t precisely a plan the Flames had in thoughts. We will all agree with that.
He’s a veteran of over 900 NHL video games (all in Calgary) and performs easy hockey, in response to Jonathan Huberdeau.
I requested Huberdeau about taking part in with Backlund: “He’s a participant who performs a easy recreation. I feel, at this second, that’s what I want. He performs nicely defensively, offensively. I assumed we had some success final 12 months. Additionally each him and Coleman are taking part in nicely…
– Julian McKenzie (@jkamckenzie) November 13, 2023
So it may very well be worse, however…
However Huberdeau nonetheless has to get the message. He’s no idiot and he is aware of he has to provide extra, however a gesture like that is there to remind him of the significance of what comes subsequent.
In gusto
– Are the Maple Leafs heading in the right direction to remain?
Sheldon Keefe’s optimism is beginning to repay:
– TVA Sports activities (@TVASports) November 13, 2023
– When can we count on such a go to to Ottawa, as a substitute of Washington?
Biden honours Stanley Cup champion Golden Knights at White Home in return of NHL custom pic.twitter.com/D9G2vWqm7J
– The Globe and Mail (@globeandmail) November 13, 2023
– Hats off to the Alouettes protection. [BPM Sports]
– Talking of soccer.
Sports activities betting websites have begun presenting their odds for the Gray Cup Remaining matchup. Most often, Winnipeg is favored by 7.5. The cash line is +270 for the @MTLAlouettes. And the full is about at 46.5. @CFL
– Jeremy Filosa (@JeremyFilosa) November 13, 2023
– What do you suppose?
As contract negotiations between Samuel Montembeault and the Tricolore reportedly transfer ahead,@GeorgesLaraque, @stephgonzz and @TonyMarinaro make their prediction on the phrases of the deal.
– BPM Sports activities (@BPMSportsRadio) November 13, 2023
– In opposition to the CH, no much less.
Hags and Kuch join for our @TGHCares Play of the Week.
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– Tampa Bay Lightning (@TBLightning) November 13, 2023
