ALT: The Infamous Butt Fumble

In today’s links, Ghule is “a beast”, Bolduc embracing the French line, Kapanen skates, DeBrincat scores massive contract, Oilers dealing with daylight savings changes, and more.

Montreal Canadiens news and notes * When Kaiden Ghule is healthy and can consistently play hard, he’s proving he can be a real “beast.” [Sportsnet] * Habs fans have expressed their interest in Dylan Larkin joining their team but the feeling isn’t mutual. [TSN] * With issues piling up on the blueline, David Reinbacher was recalled from the Laval Rocket on Wednesday. [Sportsnet] * Speed demon, Ivan Demidov, could be at risk of losing his probationary license. [Journal de Montreal] * Zachary Bolduc is embracing his spot alongside Phillip Danault and Alexandre Texier on the Canadiens’ French-speaking line. [Montreal Gazette] * While the Canadiens were in Washington, Oliver Kapanen laced up his skates in Brossard. [Journal de Montreal] Around the league and elsewhere * Columbus Blue Jackets Mathieu Olivier has been fined the maximum for slash on Florida Panthers Uvis Balinskis. [NHL]  * Calgary Flames’ nicest tough guy, Adam Klapka, is learning to bring out his mean side on the ice. [Sportsnet] * Emergency backup goalies are getting a second chance to pursue their NHL dreams. [TSN] * Alex DeBrincat signed a seven-year, $91 million contract with the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday. [NHL]  * The Red Wings are working hard to lock down Simon Edvinsson. [NHL] * NHLPA director Marty Walsh isn’t as concerned as Gary Bettman about the league’s growing number of no-trade clauses. [Sportsnet] * Cole Huston said it will be “a little bit” strange playing against his brother Lane ahead of Wednesday’s matchup. [NHL] * Gauging the Panic Meter for five NHL teams struggling early in the season. [Sportsnet] * After missing almost a year, Kyle Palmieri is back and ready to make an impact with the New York Islanders. [NHL] * When the clocks don’t change in Alberta on Nov. 1, the Edmonton Oilers will have to adjust their routines, starting with nap time. [Sportsnet]

Montreal Canadiens news and notes <ul> <li>When Kaiden Ghule is healthy and can consistently play hard, he’s proving he can be a real “beast.” [Sportsnet]</li> <li>Habs fans have expressed their...