Looks like Kovalev is playing.

Anybody know why they have Begin projected to play on the 4th line, with Plekanec on the 3rd? That would be insane...(unless they want Begin to centre the line?).

re:Souray

-not skating well, no confidence in his shot, not even hitting with any authority...what's the deal here?

re:team leadership

-this could have been a problem area, but it seems to be improving...obviously this coach has the team's ear, because nearly everyone is working hard (Begin! Bulis! Bouillon!)...still worried a bit about Ryder, but he'll be back. You have to be happy so far with the leadership (and all-around play) Rivet and Koivu are providing. Frankly I'm surprised at how well Rivet is doing with the new rules...maybe the ridiculous contract is motivating him to give his all out there, but he always gave his all, and provided lots of bonehead mistakes to boot, so I don't know...does he have a new brain?