Montreal police promise heavy presence in downtown area for Habs-Lightning game Friday night

The Montreal Canadiens are facing off against the Tampa Bay Lightning for Game 6 at the Bell Centre in what will bring thousands of fans to the building and a heavy police presence in the downtown area Friday night.

Other than in vehicles, Montreal police Insp. David Shane said officers will be on foot, on bike and horseback for the event.

“Our job is to protect the fans so that the fans can concentrate on cheering and sending all their positive energy for the team to win,”...