Unable to score, Habs lose 1-0

The Montreal Canadiens lost 1-0 to the Florida Panthers at the Bell centre in Montreal. For the 9th game in a row the Habs have let their opponent score first, and that's all Florida needed to grab the win.

Florida veteran goaltender Ed Belfour wasn't tested at all in the first 2 periods and shutted the door in the 3rd period with some important saves. Montreal didn't help their cause hitting the post 2 times in the 3rd period during a 2-man advantage and in the last minute of the game.

So Montreal lost a great opportunity to get the win against one of the worst team in the league...very concerning. The meetings between the players and the staff this weekend looked like being already forgotten. The key players had a horrible game: Koivu, Ryder, Higgins, Samsonov and Plekanec all played poorly. Add poor players like Murray and Downey (both clearly lack talent to play in the NHL) in this lineup and the result is horrifying. Some passion, dedication and more talent is needed to win and the team lacks of just that.

Montreal slips down to 8th position in the NHL Eastern conference. Another loss tomorrow and the team might be out of the playoff positions with only 23 games to go.