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Fans React to Cole Caufield's Emotional Comments on Martin St-Louis' Departure

Several hours have passed since the startling announcement regarding Martin St-Louis' sudden departure from the helm of the Montreal Canadiens, and the matter is still generating a lot of buzz in the hockey world.

After inadvertently learning from David Savard that the head coach left the team due to a worrying situation related to one of his three sons, the impact of this news hit hard in the Canadiens' locker room.

It's going to be extremely difficult for the players to refocus on the remainder of the season, now that Martin is no longer with them at the forefront of the battle for the upcoming games.

St-Louis's departure has severely affected the morale of the players, and rightly so. We've all been in shock since this announcement, so it's clear that within the Canadiens' locker room, hockey has taken a back seat to such an ordeal.

In connection with the coach's absence, Cole Caufield made a statement that speaks volumes about the impact of his departure:

« Obviously, it's hard, he is our rock, our leader, and our head coach, so it's difficult when he's not here » - Cole Caufield

Wishing that everything is okay for Martin St-Louis and his family. 🙏

At the 1st intermission last night, David Savard said: «We're going to try to get a win for his son.»

Martin has 3 boys: Ryan (20), Lucas (18) and Mason (16).

Beyond hockey, there's life.

#GoHabsGo� #Habs

The upcoming games are likely to be highly challenging for the Canadiens, in the midst of a five-game road trip. With the team facing Connor McDavid and the Oilers next Tuesday night, it's definitely not going to be easy.

Previously on habslatest

Last-Minute Update on Martin St-Louis and His Son

Martin St-Louis Leaves the Canadiens: Chantal Machabee's Most Difficult Challenge as Vice President of Communications Has Emerged

Canadiens Expert Reveals the True Impact of Losing Martin St-Louis Indefinitely

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