Head coach Martin St-Louis of the Montreal Canadiens
There was some important news on Saturday afternoon: the Montreal Canadiens announced that head coach Martin St-Louis will be taking a break from his coaching duties for an unspecified period.
This announcement came right before the Canadiens played against the Calgary Flames on Saturday.
Assistant coach Trevor Letowski will step in as the interim head coach while St-Louis is away.
The announcement didn’t provide many details about why St-Louis is taking time off, which is typical for personal leaves. Right now, the best thing for Canadiens fans to do is to show support and care for St-Louis as he goes through this tough time.
St-Louis, who is 48 years old, became the head coach of the Canadiens halfway through the 2021-22 season, marking the beginning of the team’s rebuilding phase. In the 185 games under his leadership, the Canadiens have won 70 games, lost 94, and tied 21. More importantly, St-Louis has helped instill a strong work ethic in the team, which is crucial during a sports rebuild.
His impact on the team is evident when you talk to the players. He’s known for being a great motivator who is direct and honest, qualities that his players appreciate. Whether they’re veterans or rookies, St-Louis’s players are always willing to give their best for their coach.
Once again, we wish Martin St-Louis all the best, and there’s no doubt that the fans will support him during his time away. St-Louis has become a beloved figure among Montreal Canadiens fans, and his popularity will surely shine through as he deals with this challenging situation.
