Jump on the Bandwagon!

During the Calgary Flames playoff run in 2004, most of Canada rallied behind the team and Paul Martin (Prime Minister at the time) had dubbed them “Canada’s Team.” The following year the Edmonton Oilers made the trip to the Stanley Cup finals, and the year after that, the Ottawa Senators did as well. Canada seemed to rally behind these teams just as much (save for Leaf fans in 2006).

Three Canadian teams, zero Stanley Cups.

The Canadian teams took last year off, but I’m sensing this year might be different. I think the Montreal Canadiens will not only be able to reach the Stanley Cup finals, but be able to bring the hardware back up north. Now I may just be saying this because I’m a Habs fan, but I seriously think they can do it.

Carey Price backed up by Jaroslav Halak should be a good combo, and other than the departure of Mark Streit, have not lost anyone significant. The addition of Alex Tanguay and Robert Lang provides some help up front, while Georges Laraque will play the role of tough guy.

So with this excellent start to the season, and the inevitable playoff run, why doesn't Canada (or anyone else) just jump on this bandwagon now?