Patrick Roy may be jockeying for control of the Montreal Canadiens roster, but Guy Lafleur talks as if he is already in charge.Never shy to offer his opinion on his old team, Lafleur was at it again today courtesy of an interview with RDS.
Lafleur said he thinks it is time for the Canadiens to bid adieu to long time captain Saku Koivu. There is some suggestion that Montreal may quietly low ball the classy Koivu in hopes that a larger offer will come from elsewhere. Minnesota is likely to enter the sweepstakes, reuniting him with brother Mikko.
As for rumors that Alexei Kovalev will return, Lafleur supported that idea. But he did not give a ringing endorsement when asked if Kovalev should be named as the new captain. I tend to agree, although it is tough to suggest another candidate at this stage.
Tonelli In Trouble
New York Islanders legend John Tonelli is in the news for all the wrong reasons. It seems Tonelli faces a DWI charge in Westchester County, NY. Last week he abandoned his smashed Lexus at a highway ramp in Harrison, NY. He was arrested two hours later.
Retirement Watch 2009
James Mirtle's sources suggest Maxim Afinogenov may be heading home to Russia. Miroslav Satan has also been offered a KHL contract. On the opposition side of the equation, Rod Brind'Amour has no plans to retire even though he had a horrendous season.
Scampy On Tour
Former NHL linesman Ray Scapinello is touring parts of Canada to help make palliative care a topic people regularly discuss with their family and doctor.
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