When I first thought about what forwards I want playing for the Montreal Canadiens next week, my first inclination was to have fun with it and go gonzo. Frankly, I’d pretty much ice Team Canada in the bleu, blanc et rouge.
But stepping off Fantasy Island here, I thought it only fair to work within the confines of the roster that head coach Jacques Martin has to choose from and pick my team accordingly.
1st line: Eller–Gomez–Gionta
Salary cap-hit aside, Scott Gomez is a speedy, effective centreman who routinely gains the offensive zone. I’ve lauded Brian Gionta’s attributes time and again in a bid to get the “C” pinned on his chest, but in addition his chemistry with Gomez is undeniable.
Rewatch Game 2 of the Pens’ series and pay attention as Gomez passes without looking to where he knows Gionta will be—as always, parked in front of the opposing net.
While Gionta routinely goes into the corners and fights for the puck, Gomez seems more reluctant to take a hit. What they lack is a solid winger who can take some hits, help Gionta win the battles, and sti ...
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