Plekanec

Plekanec took time to get on track last season and was bumped down to lower lines.

Canadiens' Plekanec, Sharks' Nabokov are clutch in December 2010

Plekanec, who can become an unrestricted free agent in July, was best when the Canadiens went on a make-or-break seven-game trip at month's end.

Canadiens' Plekanec, Sharks' Nabokov are clutch in December 2010

•Tomas Plekanec (Montreal): The Canadiens want to re-sign him, otherwise he would be among the most coveted possible rentals.

Olympic break could prompt teams to accelerate their trade talks 2010

Tomas Plekanec filed for salary arbitration last summer and agreed to a one-year, $2.75 million deal, more than a 50% raise, before his hearing.

Canadiens' Plekanec, Sharks' Nabokov are clutch in December 2010

After letting everyone go to free agency last season, we can assume the Canadiens will get something done with Plekanec now, right?

Olympic break could prompt teams to accelerate their trade talks 2010

Among them: Chris Higgins, whose name always seems to be mentioned in trade speculation, and Tomas Plekanec, who will be looking for a raise.

After playoff implosion, Montreal Canadiens may be rebuilding 2009

Spotlighted Canadien: C Tomas Plekanec had four goals in four games vs. Washington this season.

A look at the first-round NHL Eastern Conference matchups 2010

Mike Cammalleri (13), celebrating with Canadiens teammate Tomas Plekanec behind the Penguins 'net after a goal, scored twice to help set up a Game 7 in Pittsburgh.

Canadiens edge Penguins to force series-deciding Game 7 2010

MONTREAL — Tomas Plekanec and Jeff Halpern each had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens extended their winning streak to three with a 5-3 victory over the Islanders on Wednesday night.

Canadiens 5, Isles 3 2010

Beyond the scoring, Plekanec has been a key on the Canadiens 'No. 1-ranked power play and is killing penalties.

Canadiens' Plekanec, Sharks' Nabokov are clutch in December 2010