Jun 4, 2021; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Montreal Canadiens coach Dominique Ducharme discuss strategy against the Winnipeg Jets during the third period in game two of the second round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell MTS Place. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Last Monday night, the Montreal Canadiens completed their heroic sweep of the Winnipeg Jets, setting up a six-day rest that has seen them play no games, as they awaited their eventual semifinal foe – the Vegas Golden Knights.
Fast forward to today, and the Canadiens haven’t played a game in a week, after having played 11 games in 19 days during the opening two rounds.