During a recent press conference, Canadiens head coach Martin St-Louis was asked a very inappropriate question by a reporter about whether he drinks after losses. In the post-game interview, the media asked if Martin St-Louis <a href='https://lapochebleue.com/martin-st-louis-a-recu-une-drole-de-question-dun-journaliste/' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>turned to alcohol following a loss</a> to cope with his emotions. While the question was humorous in tone, it certainly bordered on disrespect, intruding into the private life of a professional. St-Louis just smiled and calmly answered that, after losing a game, alcohol was not necessary, and that beers taste better after a victory. Again, humorous, but the question seemed uncalled for and intrusive. Martin St-Louis was asked if he had a drink after a defeat : Are we going to talk about my alcohol consumption? *laughs* I don't think I'll use alcohol to get over it - but I'll tell you; beers taste better after a victory!' - Priyanta Emrith <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/CanadiensMTL/status/1854206580184510971'> </a></blockquote></div> Professional boundaries are everything in interviews, especially with public figures. The onus lies with the reporters to keep their questioning relevant and not crossing into someone's private habits, especially regarding sensitive subjects like alcohol. It was a case that showed respect in journalism. Like everyone else, coaches are subjected to day-to-day pressures, too. St-Louis' calm reaction was professional, considering the inappropriate tone of the question. His restraint showed the extra burden that public figures are often expected to put up with, and the indiscreet question should be dealt with graciously. <a href='https://www.hockeylatest.com/nhl-team/montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-players-faced-severe-punishment-as-martin-st-louis-has-seen-enough' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>No doubt the Canadiens have not been winning many games lately</a>, but questions like these should not usually be asked. There is indeed a thin line between curiosity and indiscretion. Respecting this line keeps interviews respectful and focused and finds that delicate balance between open questions and personal boundaries.