Corey Abbott's weekly category targets feature goalie Jakub Dobes who could see the bulk of the starts during a four-game week for the Canadiens.
Your essential NHL preview for the week of December 8-14, featuring matchups, rookie standouts & goalie chaos in Toronto as the Maple Leafs try to get by without Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll.
Parity rules the NHL as December begins, but Jesper Wallstedt's emergence is helping the Minnesota Wild stay near the top of the Western Conference. Get key player updates and matchups ahead!