Who were top five in penalty minutes for the Montreal Canadiens in 2023-24?

The toughest guys on the Canadiens roster likely won't surprise you.

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T2. Brendan Gallagher - 74 Penalty Minutes

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Gallagher doesn't fight much anymore due to his numerous hand injuries. However, it doesn't stop him from being the pest that Habs fans fell in love with. Gallagher's point totals may be declining, but he continues to rise to the top in penalty minutes. His only fight last season was against fellow lightweight Jean-Gabriel Pageau.

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