There appears to be some doubt when it comes to Andrei Markov being available when the regular season begins. When GM Pierre Gauthier was asked about Markov being ready for the start of the year he said "we hope so." The Montreal defenseman has skated in only 52 games the past two seasons because of a knee problem, but the Canadiens are confident he is on the mend. "There is no problem with his knee and he will continue his rehab," said Gauthier. "If the season started tomorrow he wouldn't be able to play, obviously." Stay tuned for updates.