There isn’t very much time left for anymore hardcore maneuvering within the line-up with the regular season starting next week. Most head coaches already have an idea of who will be playing with who on the team. These last few remaining preseason games have the least amount of significance as a result. However, the Montreal Canadiens can still try a few things out.
Although we have an idea of how the four lines and three pairings will shake up, there’s no guarantee Claude Julien sticks with them. It’s not because he’s being picky or indecisive, but because he needs to figure out a way to make the team better.