Here are your daily links from the Habs and around the league, including the retirement of Francis Bouillon, a potential battle between the backups, and the development of Alex Galchenyuk at centre.
- Francis Bouillon, who spent parts of 11 seasons with the Habs, announced his retirement on Friday at the Bell Centre. His lengthy career was one built on resilience. [Twitter | Sportsnet]
- Head Coach Michel Therrien, who also coached Bouillon in Laval prior to his stints with the Habs, was feeling a little emotional as well - resulting in a sweet embrace.