The set-up: The Canadiens can ill afford to take the foot off the gas despite a 4-2 win over Montreal here two nights ago, because previous to that it had lost three in a row. The Canadiens also play with revenge after losing to Calgary 3-1 in their most recent matchup.

The pick: The Flames come in off a highly-satisfying 3-2 OT win at Toroto just last night. Can anyone say "letdown" spot? Montreal's offensive and defensive numbers are vastly superior. The Habs have the advantage of playing at home, they play with revenge and their catching a contented Calgary side off an exhausting OT win on the road just last night. All things considered, I believe this to be the very definition of "great line value."

This is a 10* COACHS CORNER on the Canadiens.