Bob Hartley Weighs in on the Role of Head Coach for the Montreal Canadiens, and Why They Must Hate Losing

As you know, unfortunately, it hasn't taken long in this new 2024-2025 season, but many analysts, observers, and fans of the Canadiens are already starting to seriously question Martin St-Louis' work.

One statement, in particular, has resonated deeply:

This comment led Jean-Charles Lajoie to say that, in his opinion, Martin St-Louis will eventually resign from his position as head coach of the Montreal Canadiens, in an agreement with management, according to him.

In short, while St-Louis is likely going through his first «big» storm and public questioning, he indirectly benefited from advice from a true expert.

Bob Hartley's advice is clear: the players in the locker room need to learn to hate losing.

That's the message that needs to be delivered right now, and it's the task Bob Hartley would seriously undertake if he were the team's head coach.

The club must avoid falling into complacency, according to Bob:

He expressed it perfectly, and I completely agree with him!

I believe many fans would like to see Martin St-Louis and the players show more frustration in the media after a loss like the one on Tuesday night against the New York Rangers.

And you, do you agree with the message Bob Hartley is sending here? Do you think the Canadiens' players need to learn to hate losing?

Do you still believe Martin St-Louis is the right man for the job?

Personally, I think we need to give him time, but I didn't like what I saw on Tuesday night at the Bell Centre either. I didn't like what I saw DURING or AFTER the game during the press conferences.