Sunday Habs Headlines: Derek Lalonde’s work on defence

Associate coach Derek Lalonde's defensive plan and penalty kill work are already showing promise for the Montreal Canadiens. Meanwhile, forward Florian Xhekaj is demonstrating his versatility during training camp in an effort to secure a spot on the roster, while the Canadiens assigned 11 players to the AHL's Laval Rocket on Saturday.

Elsewhere around the league, reports indicate the Edmonton Oilers are monitoring Kirby Dach with hopes of acquiring him this season. Additionally, the Detroit Red Wings claimed veteran defenseman Andreas Englund off waivers from the Calgary Flames, and Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov sparked debate over recent remarks regarding NHL players.