Check out the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories, and content you may have missed on Monday.

We took a look at some of the most important stats now that the Canadiens have a dozen games in the bank. Overall, the team has improved most categories, but there's still a good deal of work to be done. Fortunately, the top line, led by Nick Suzuki, is keeping Montreal's head above water for the time being. [Canadiens Analysis - Teamwide Improvements]

Noted agitator Nick Cousins was sporting a cut face following his fight versus Canadiens defenceman Jayden Struble.

The fight was in response to a dirty slash delivered by Cousins on Ivan Demidov during the preseason. In case you missed it, Struble made short work of his opponent.

There's no doubt Demidov has made a significant impact on the first powerplay unit. We discussed his impact after a few games, and though the same size wasn't ideal, all signs pointed to a much improved powerplay. Fast-forward a few days, and things are looking even better. [Canadiens Analysis - Demidov Powerplay Impact]

It's become a common sight, Demidov and Lane Hutson spending as much time as possible working hard at practice. This is exactly what you want to see from skaters who have the potential to become some of the most dominant players at their respective positions.

If there's one thing we've learned on the New Jersey Devils' latest road trip, it's that their blue line is becoming exposed. With seemingly no internal solution, perhaps an early Devils trade is necessary. [New Jersey Devils]

Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin served his two minutes in the penalty box Saturday for slashing Logan Stanley in the first period. [Pittsburgh Penguins]

Without getting into specifics, the Boston Bruins announced on Monday that Elias Lindholm will be out week-to-week after an MRI confirmed what they already believed to be the extent of his lower-body injury. [Boston Bruins]