Dany Dubé explodes after the defeat of CH: “It’s unacceptable!”
The analyst was scathing after the Montreal Canadian’s 4-2 defeat against Detroit Red Wings.
The veteran analyst, visibly exasperated, expressed his anger and frustration in the face of the attitude and lack of effort by the players of the Habs.
For him, this match was simply “unacceptable”, especially in the current context where each point is crucial in the race for the playoffs.
“This team, the Canadian team, did not play in the first period. It’s not complicated, they didn’t play. »»
From the end of the match, Dubé denounced the nonchalant approach of CH, which, according to him, arrived in Detroit as if he were guaranteed to leave with victory.
An attitude which, according to him, is completely unacceptable at this stage of the season.
“There is a team that is in survival mode, it is called the Red Wings of Detroit. There is a team that plays the excellent hockey, which is called the Montreal Canadiens, who may have tackled the match taking things for acquired. »»
Dubé, in a scathing tone, recalled that the NHL is a ruthless league where nothing is guaranteed.
According to him, the teams who want to participate in the playoffs must understand that it is impossible to “be content” with simple good intentions, and even less to play with such a passive mentality.
“You can’t be satisfied.” You can’t play on the road thinking it’s going to be easy. Each victory must be deserved. »»
Despite everything, Dubé was quick to go up to the niche to defend goalkeeper Samuel Montembeault, who nevertheless granted a goal worthy of a beach ball (that of Larkin).
For him, the important thing was elsewhere: 45 shots against a single doubtful goal, a performance that deserves more respect according to the analyst.
“I already hear Samuel’s detractors, 45 shots tonight. 45 shots! »»
Dubé hammered that without the many stops from Montembeault, the Canadian could have undergone a much more stinging defeat.
He took the opportunity to recall that the debate on the status of number one of the Quebecer no longer has to be, and that we must stop questioning his place in front of the net.
“It’s not Montembeault’s fault. You have to stop with that. He held the team in the match. »»
-Dubé also underlined the lack of involvement of several key players from the Canadian. According to him, the best elements of the Red Wings, like Dylan Larkin and Alex Debrincat, worked “louder”, while those of the CH seemed to be absent.
“The first trio is less than two tonight. Hudson is less than two. It takes you other guys who arrive, who offer something. »»
Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield seemed to be asleep like never before. Slafkovsky was also absent. Hoping that he did not go to 4 am at 4 am Tuesday evening after the victory against the lightning.
Dubé also denounced the inability of CH to generate attack, criticizing the numerous without conviction that resulted in a constant loss of possession.
“Lots of clearances. I call it easy path species. The lob, once in a while, it’s correct, but when you just make lobs, it means that you spend your time running after the Puck. »»
The analysis is brutal but just: the Canadian lacked structure and rigor, giving the impression of running after the washer all evening without real match plan.
What has the most irritated Dubé is the absence of a feeling of urgency on the side of the CH. He noted that the Red Wings played with the mentality of a team in survival mode, while Martin St-Louis’ men seemed to believe that everything was fine despite their delay in the ranking.
“What makes the difference right now is the feeling of urgency. The teams that contemplate their less long success will have the most likely to end up in series. »»
This defeat is an alarm signal according to Dubé, which sends a clear message: if the Canadian wants to seriously claim a place in series, he must wake up and stop taking games lightly.
Dany Dubé concluded his analysis by launching a direct message to Canadian players. According to him, it is inconceivable to come on the road with such an attitude and not to be ready to face hungry teams like the Red Wings.
“It’s fine to be in the race for series, but if you want to do the series, you can’t afford games like that. »»
He warned that similar performances will only condemn CH to remain a spectator of spring hockey, and that time is running out to rectify the situation.
Dany Dubé did not hide his frustration after this mediocre performance by the Montreal Canadian. His analysis highlighted glaring gaps in the attitude and effort of the team, while vigorously defending Samuel Montembeault in the face of unjustified criticism.
CH can no longer afford to give matches due to a lack of preparation or commitment. If the team wants to carve out a place in series, they will have to show a flawless determination, under penalty of seeing her dream collapse.
Dubé’s message is clear: finished apologies, finished complacency. The time is for action.
