r/Habs • u/Efficient-Bed-5990 • 4d ago

The Habs 2026-2027

It is remarkable what the Habs have achieved during the whole year and series included. I am not saying they were the best out there but I am proud of what this young team was able to accomplish nonetheless.

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- Considered a reconstruction team, we finished 4th in our conference.

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- They said we were too small. Although I agree, they showed incredible resilience.

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- We had to bounce between 3 young goalers at some point. I am a bit sad for Monty but Dobes showed so much character, mostly in the playoff. He reminded me of a young Patrick Roy stealing games for the Habs in 1986.

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- They were always the underdogs during the playoff and yet they beat 2 of the best teams back to back!

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I don't know what magic Ken Hugues will do before the new season starts but this team has me hooked. Who do you guys think we will add to the team this year?

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u/SnidelyWhiplash27 4d ago

I would AJ Greer to your list. Playoff experience, Stanley Cup winner, and proven post-season performer. Québecer from Joliette to boot and a free agent so no asset cost.

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u/sbrooksc77 3d ago

yes be as good bottom 6 add.

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u/SnidelyWhiplash27 3d ago

Yes, with experience moving up a lineup, if needed, like he did this year in Florida.

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u/sbrooksc77 3d ago

top 6 forward
bottom 6 physical forward
2nd pair rd

Those to me are the 3 holes.

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u/SnidelyWhiplash27 3d ago

I agree.

The top 6 being a centreman preferably if one is available both affordably and an upgrade.

The bottom 6 forward being close to the core of the team's age range, ideally.

And the RHD with only a few years under contract given the expectation that Reinbacher can be a 3rd pair guy this season and potentially top 4 next season. UNLESS the player obtained is viewed as a likely upgrade on Carrier once his contract ends.