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Habs by the Numbers: Why is Gomez Still Playing?

Found March 14, 2012 on HabsAddict.com:
PLAYERS: Scott Gomez
TEAMS: Montreal Canadiens
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  Greetings HabsAddicts! I have decided to tackle a dangerous task today. That task is trying to explain the logic of the Montreal Canadiens' coaching staff regarding Scott Gomez's presence in the lineup. As best as I can remember, since Gomez arrived in Montreal, he has never once been a healthy scratch. Naturally, this has infuriated more than a few fans. After all, the one...

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