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The Canadiens Are Pushing Back

05/08/2014 at 8:22am EDT

from Damien Cox of The Spin at the Toronto Star,

The most antagonizing, annoying player in the series so far?

Brendan Gallagher.

The most reckless and physically punishing player?

P.K. Subban.

The most surprising physical force?

Rene Bourque.

The nastiest hit?

Travis Moen on Jarome Iginla late in Game 4.

The Habs aren't the NHL's most physical or intimidating team, and let's remember, they're just a season away from being rag-dolled by the Maple Leafs one sad night on home ice.

But they have showed up with an edge in these playoffs, a Michel Therrien-inspired edge, and haven't backed off an inch.

read on and below, watch two examples of the Habs pushing back...

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