Habs Eyes On The Prize Jul 14, 2014
The conflict at centre: How to make room for Galchenyuk
Every year it seems like there are rumours that Plekanec will be traded, yet he's still around, and he's probably going to be around a lot longer too. It's the eternal discussion in Montreal, trade Tomas Plekanec for help on the wing, help on defence, clear out a 'guy who doesn't perform in the playoffs', and now to make room for Alex Galchenyuk. I'm still not sure why moving Plekanec is considered a serious discussion. The issue of creating a new spot at centre of course arises from the arrival of Galchenyuk, selected 3rd overall in 2012 and envisioned as the team's elite centreman in...
