Are The Montreal Canadiens Close To Making The Playoffs?

Welcome back to The Hockey News Big Show, featuring discussions and expert takes on the biggest topics in and around the NHL on Mondays and Fridays.

Here's what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed in today's episode:

0:40: Are we surprised the Montreal Canadiens aren't ready to be a playoff team?

5:35: The Washington Capitals are playing with attitude. What's working so far?

9:46: The Buffalo Sabres' "new" top line is looking "dangerous."

12:32: Jake Guentzel is averaging more than a point per game so far. Did the Tampa Bay Lightning make the right call trading for him instead of re-signing Steven Stamkos?

14:54: What are the early impressions of the Toronto Maple Leafs' Core Four this season? Is it a bad thing that none of them were traded during the summer?

18:32: What can Max Pacioretty inject into the Maple Leafs' lineup after being a healthy scratch?

20:48: After the New York Islanders beat the Montreal Canadiens in a nine-round shootout, do we like requiring teams to go through their lineup before reusing any shooters?

24:25: Which NHL players still don't wear visors?

25:59: Team Bubble or Team Cage for full face shields?

29:33: Should there be a time limit for video reviews?

30:46: Is having possible AHL eligibility for 19-year-olds good or bad?

32:53: Should the NHL be able to carry three goalies without concerns about waivers?

35:02: What's the most memorable equipment mishap?

36:30: "Where is Rutger" chants rained down at the Winnipeg Jets game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Was sending Rutger McGroarty to the AHL the right move?

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