Very nice surprise for Kent Hughes and the Canadiens: opportune moment

The Canadiens received very good news on Monday morning. Kent Hughes must have been rubbing his hands upon learning this.

Indeed, it's unfortunate to say, but the draft position will be crucial for the team's future. Having a top 5 pick doesn't guarantee success, but it provides very good chances to improve one's fate.

Despite the team's recent successes, which continue to progress, direct rivals for the reverse standings are also winning. It's really the best of both worlds.

On Sunday, the Coyotes and the Senators won, which propelled the Canadiens to the 5th reverse standing position. So, losses are not discouraging at the moment, since the team is putting in the effort and progressing.


25 - CALGARY - 73 POINTS IN 76 GAMES (8th best lottery ticket)

26 - OTTAWA - 72 POINTS IN 77 GAMES (7th best lottery ticket)

27 - ARIZONA - 71 POINTS IN 77 GAMES (6th best lottery ticket)

28 - MONTREAL - 70 POINTS IN 77 GAMES (5th best lottery ticket)

29 - COLUMBUS - 64 POINTS IN 78 GAMES (4th best lottery ticket)

On the flip side, these losses will allow the team to draft one last time in the top ranks. The Canadiens will, in my opinion, be a more competitive team starting next year. Without saying they will make the playoffs, they will fight for a spot.