Montreal Canadiens: How Many Habs Will Score 20 Goals This Season?

Sean Monahan

Sean Monahan was very consistent in Calgary Flames, where he played for nine seasons. The injury bug has struck him pretty hard over the past three seasons, and he has failed to score more than 10 goals. Monahan is also looking to have a healthy year, and show that he is still a very important piece, and he is just 29 years old.

He is still in his prime, and the odds that he scores 20 goals are quite good, considering the array of healthy forwards that are vying for a spot to plan on the Habs roster. In Calgary, Monahan failed to score less than 22 goals only twice, both times came during his final to seasons with the Flames, and they can be attributed to his injuries. Two way brilliance, and dominance in the faceoff circle are big parts of his game, and his hand-eye coordination is a nightmare for opposing goaltenders.

With more shooters trying to insert themselves in the lineup, Monahan has the ability to create space and set up his wingers, using smart passes and strong puck skills. Monahan is a great penalty killer, and his hockey IQ could see him become a shorthanded threat. His shot is also a threat, and he has the ability to beat goalies with either a slapshot or one-timer half-clapper, which is why I believe he should be considered as a player that will score 20 goals this season.