Pacioretty must avoid distractions, regain form to remain in Montreal

After missing the playoffs by a country mile last season, it’s obvious the Canadiens must be better in 2018-19. And the burden of improvement will fall heavily on some players more than others. This is the fourth in a series of five stories on players who could hold the key to a turnaround.
What’s happening with Max Pacioretty?
That’s the most frequently asked question in Montreal and there’s a sense of frustration because there is no answer.
Here’s what we do know.