Deep breath now, Habs addicts. Inhale. Exhale.
Yes, the Habs need one measly point to clinch a playoff spot, and yes they have blown two opportunities to get that point. But this is not over yet.
And not only is it not over yet, but the Habs, despite their worst efforts, might still qualify for the playoffs.
The problem is that there is a big difference between charging, head high, into the playoffs and falling backwards into it, like the Habs seem to be doing this week.
Once again, last night, the Habs came out completely flat against an opponent they were "supposed" to beat.
The Habs gave away too many odd-man rushes, demonstrated fragmented defensive zone coverage, and were generally losing battles all over the ice.
And, yet again, the only reason that Habs were in this game until the third period was Jaroslav Halak.
The pattern repeats and the up and down 2010 Montreal Canadiens continue to frustrate a fan base that is inching towards being fed up.
With all the nail biting and teeth grinding that has been going on for Habs fans, who knows how long their nerves can h ...
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Article written by Kamal Panesar
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