"The collective agreement requires NHL clubs to give players three days off at Christmas, unless December 26 is a Saturday, it's two days
It also explains why the CH is concerned about the weather in Montreal and the club will not compromise safety."
"All indications are that Friday's game will be in Dallas. But discussions are currently taking place with the NHL because the CH is concerned that they won't be able to get back to Montreal on the night of the 23rd to 24th to come back and celebrate Christmas with their families."
- Luc Gélinas