Getty Insider reveals what Canadiens are looking to improve on in offseason. The Montreal Canadiens had a great second half of the season to make the playoffs. Although the Canadiens were eliminated in five games by the Washington Capitals , it was still a successful season for the team. Now, entering the offseason, NHL insider David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reported that the team is looking to get more physical in the offseason. “They want to be a little bit more physical. They want to be