Jonathan Bernier clearly was the man of the hour Monday when the Ducks’ dressing room doors opened to the media.
The French-speaking media horde from Montreal descended on him to get the latest from the Quebec-born Ducks goalie in a unique confluence: Bernier has played well enough to earn another start, which would come Tuesday against his favorite boyhood team, the Montreal Canadiens.
Bernier has yet to start consecutive games for the Ducks despite a 4-1-1 record including his win Saturday against the San Jose Sharks. Bernier has been a consummate professional about his role since he joined the Ducks this summer, but was candid when asked about possible back-to-back starts.