Arpon Basu joins the show to help discuss the strong start to the season for the Montreal Canadiens, how their playing style and depth has helped them take advantage of a wide open North Division, and what we can learn from their early results. Topics include:

Their hot start offensively

How much stock to put into early season data

The competition in the North Division

How they're taking advantage of opportunities

How they're creating those opportunities

Balancing offense vs. defense, risk vs. reward

Nick Suzuki's impressive start 

How and why he played them out of PLD talks

The team's forward depth

The future of the center position

Phillip Danault's value and next contract

Protecting investment in Price

Future questions they'll need to answer

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