Finally, the NHL playoffs are here. With it comes questions and beliefs from fans about their team. The wildcard orbit in the Eastern Conference quickly turned into a one-spot race that the Montreal Canadiens would eventually fill in the final game of the regular season.

After 870 games with the Blue Jackets, Lightning and Canadiens, Savard will put a perfect bow on his NHL career in the playoffs.

Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Savard announced he will retire after the playoffs on Friday. The 34-year-old told Canadiens management of his intentions a few weeks ago, according to TVA’s Renaud Lavoie.