Canadiens recall Max Pacioretty
MONTREAL -- The Montreal Canadiens announced Sunday that left winger Max Pacioretty has been called up from the AHL Hamilton Bulldogs.
The 6’02’’, 208 lbs forward, aged 22, played 52 games with the Canadiens last season. He recorded 14 points (3-11-14), served 20 penalty minutes and registered 74 shots on goal, while averaging 14:43 minutes of ice time per game. In career in the NHL, Pacioretty has collected 25 points (6-19-25) in 86 games.
Pacioretty ranks tied for first with the Bulldogs and tied in first place in the AHL with 32 points (17 goals, 15 assists) in 27 games this season. He leads the league in goals and is tied for second in the AHL with 7 power play goals. He also ranks first in the league with 132 shots on goal. He displays a +4 plus/minus differential and has served 20 penalty minutes. Pacioretty was named the Reebok/AHL Player of the Month for November, after posting a 10-7-17 record in 13 games.
Pacioretty was the Canadiens’ second pick (first round, 22nd overall) in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.
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2 comments:
I love this call up. I hope JM leaves Plek, Cams, and AK46 together. I hope he puts Patch with SGo and CapG or Ells and CapG. He probably wont. From what i read on Habs In/Out, TMoe is playing with Plek and Cams. Not sure why. I think TMoe is better suited on the 4th line in his typical checking role with MaxLap, and Tommy Boy. (I am going with nicknames for everyone as its easier than typing their names...Hopefully they catch on. LOL.)
I think that the PHD line should stay in tact, as Benny is playing inspired hockey. I think its funny that they have tied Kovy to the Canadiens. He is basically Pouliot at a much higher salary. When they are both on its a joy to watch but they both go to sleep way too often.
I think fans will be in for a treat when they see Patch light up opponents goaltenders this week. It will put the pressure on PG to keep Patch up with the big boys. Show em what you got #67!!
Hey Hirky and thanks for your comment!
I'm with you on the line combos! It's time for Cammy, Ak and Plek to be reunited! Those three are a force to be reckoned with!
I also like the idea of Patches with Gio and Gomer. Gionta has his game going now and so does MaxPac. That combined with some time off for Gomez will hopefully produce a good combo. If that link clicks, they could be as deadly as the Plekanec line.
Imagine if the Habs had two top lines consistently producing offense?
They haven't had that since 1993!
I'm definitely looking forward to seeing what MaxPac can do come tomorrow night against the Flyers!
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