So far, our series on the Canadiens’ power play has largely focused on failings — of players and coaches and tactical and strategic levels — and how these failings had all come together to result in the disaster that we witnessed last year. Now, we shift our attention to specific things that could improve the power play for next season.
Naturally, the first of these things involves the fulcrum of any Canadiens power play: Shea Weber.
New tricks for an old dog?
Previously, we’ve discussed how Weber’s set-up, positioning, and shot selection is far from ideal within a 1-3-1.