Atlantic Division: The Sabres Pull Ahead of the Canadiens

The Habs are trailing with 100 points in 77 games. Last night's loss by the Habs stings even more in this grueling race for first place in the division, especially considering that Montreal doesn't hold the tiebreaker against either of the two teams.

However, I firmly believe this loss couldn't have come at a better time for the Habs. The team had been winning for several games without playing good hockey for 60 minutes.

In those situations, the message from the coaches doesn't get through as well. A loss like the one suffered last night helps set the record straight.

There are still five games left in the regular season, so plenty of time to build momentum heading into the playoffs, but also to play much better hockey.

I can't wait to see how Martin St-Louis's men react tomorrow night on the ice at the Bell Centre. I expect the Canadiens to dominate and secure a decisive victory over the Panthers.

In a nutshell

– A truly remarkable career.

– A great atmosphere.

– Interesting stats.

– Interesting perspective.