Montreal Canadiens shake up power play as preseason games begin | Xhekaj, Dach having strong camps (Episode 1385)

The Montreal Canadiens hit the ice for preseason action this week! Will the Habs' new power play units spark offensive firepower?

Montreal's training camp heats up as the Habs prepare to face Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Toronto in this week's exhibition matchups. We break down Martin St Louis' surprising power play combinations, featuring balanced units that could keep opponents guessing. Get the inside scoop on standout training camp performances from Kirby Dach and Arber Xhekaj, plus the latest on the third-line battle between promising prospects.

Tune in for expert analysis on how these preseason developments could shape the Canadiens' strategy heading into the regular season. Will Montreal's young guns seize their opportunity to shine?

0:00 Intro: Games this week, power play, training camp
5:16 Penalty kill biggest unknown for Canadiens
9:37 Surprising new power play unit combinations
16:22 Benefits of balanced 1A/1B power play approach
21:45 Arber Xhekaj and Kirby Dach impressing at camp
26:36 Third line competition between prospects
28:31 Sidney Crosby not likely to visit Montreal this week

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