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Trade: Patrik Laine can refuse to be traded to 10 teams

Trade: Patrik Laine can refuse to be traded to 10 teams

The more time passes, the more we realize that the Patrik Laine file is becoming a hot potato in Montreal. We know that the Canadiens increasingly need to free up space on their roster, and that Laine is a prime candidate to leave.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 22
Should We Worry About David Reinbacher’s Progression?

Should We Worry About David Reinbacher’s Progression?

After starting his AHL season at a strong pace in the month of November, Montreal Canadiens top defensive prospect David Reinbacher has had a tough last month and a half with the Laval Rocket.

Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22
Analyst Shocked as Team USA Continues to Snub Lane Hutson

Analyst Shocked as Team USA Continues to Snub Lane Hutson

Team USA announced on Wednesday that Anaheim Ducks defenseman Jackson LaCombe would be replacing the injured Seth Jones at the upcoming February Winter Olympics — a decision that, unsurprisingly, has sparked some blowback online.

Connor McDavid News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 22
Alexandre Texier and Patrik Laine will not return to play tonight

Alexandre Texier and Patrik Laine will not return to play tonight

Yesterday at practice, Alexandre Texier and Patrik Laine were present. However, even though they were both wearing regular jerseys, their presence on a “fifth line” with Samuel Blais led us to believe that the guys weren’t going to return to the game.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / January 22
'Why not?': The idea of removing Zachary Bolduc from the lineup is causing a stir

'Why not?': The idea of removing Zachary Bolduc from the lineup is causing a stir

Recently, I’ve been wondering if it’s time to think about sending Zachary Bolduc to the AHL. I’m not one of those people who thinks he should be traded, but I am one of those people who doesn’t see how going to the AHL to dominate for a bit could hurt him in the long run.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 22
Canadiens (and Canadians) Owe Wild GM Guerin Thanks for Snubbing Hutson

Canadiens (and Canadians) Owe Wild GM Guerin Thanks for Snubbing Hutson

It would be incredibly juvenile for Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin to hold Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson’s performance vs. his team on Tuesday against him.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / January 22
Lane Hutson ignored: 'Americans don’t want his father around.'

Lane Hutson ignored: 'Americans don’t want his father around.'

We all remember when Lane Hutson’s father reminded us that Alex Galchenyuk’s father wasn’t the only one who didn’t always mind his own business, right?

Patrik Laine News / The Hockey Writers / January 22
What Is the Canadiens’ Plan for Patrik Laine?

What Is the Canadiens’ Plan for Patrik Laine?

When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets, expectations were tempered, but curiosity was high. The former 40-goal scorer was seen as a low-risk, high-reward bet, a player with elite offensive talent who might rediscover his game in a new environment.

Jonathan Toews News / Dose.ca / January 22
Jonathan Toews: JiC wonders if he’s the missing piece in Montreal

Jonathan Toews: JiC wonders if he’s the missing piece in Montreal

The Canadiens are enjoying a fine 2025-26 season. The club has a record of 28-15-7, which currently places it third in the Atlantic(and in a very good position to make the playoffs).

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 22
Jackson LaCombe preferred over Lane Hutson: USA Hockey defends its decision

Jackson LaCombe preferred over Lane Hutson: USA Hockey defends its decision

Earlier today, we learned that Seth Jones would not be able to take part in the upcoming Olympic Games. This opened up a spot on the U.S. defensive brigade, just hours after Lane Hutson dominated as Bill Guerin visited the Bell Centre.

Ivan Demidov News / The Sick Podcast / January 21
Ivan Demidov Is Ahead Of Schedule In His Development

Ivan Demidov Is Ahead Of Schedule In His Development

On Monday night, well-known hockey data guru Byron Bader tweeted a chart to show that Montreal Canadiens rookie Ivan Demidov is in fact 2 years ahead of schedule when it comes to developing into a similar player to Minnesota Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 21
Jake Evans: There’s some internal competition brewing (and that’s a good thing)

Jake Evans: There’s some internal competition brewing (and that’s a good thing)

Martin St-Louis will soon have some decisions to make. And why? Because Patrik Laine and Alexandre Texier may soon be ready to return to action. Jake Evans and Kirby Dach have already returned to the Montreal lineup, but other tough choices will have to be made shortly.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / January 21
Michael Hage is nominated for the Hobey Baker Award

Michael Hage is nominated for the Hobey Baker Award

Michael Hage is having quite a season in the NCAA. He scored 32 points (12 goals) in just 24 games with the University of Michigan and is one of his club’s offensive leaders.

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The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz
 The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz
The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz
 The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz
The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz
 The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz
The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz
 The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz
Alexandre Carrier News / Yardbarker / January 21
Canadiens defensemen rank second in NHL points, credit HC Martin St. Louis' system

Canadiens defensemen rank second in NHL points, credit HC Martin St. Louis' system

This certain freedom is the reason why the Canadiens' defensive unit ranks second in the NHL with 134 points since the start of the season.

Patience paying off as Canadiens front office sees rebuild progress
Canadiens’ Texier out day-to-day with lower-body injury, Dach returns to lineup
The 25 greatest NHL goalies who never won a Stanley Cup
The 'Montreal Canadiens Hall of Famers' quiz
Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / January 21
Patrik Laine: 'I’m not convinced the habs are happy that he’s ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation.'

Patrik Laine: 'I’m not convinced the habs are happy that he’s ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation.'

Patrik Laine is feeling better. The forward, who hasn’t played since October 16, resumed practice with his teammates in the last few days. He’s still training like an extra because he’s not 100% ready to return to the game, but he’s making progress.

Lane Hutson News / The Sick Podcast / January 21
Why Lane Hutson Is A Legitimate Norris Trophy Candidate

Why Lane Hutson Is A Legitimate Norris Trophy Candidate

Montreal Canadiens second-year defenseman Lane Hutson is having himself quite the season as he now leads all defensemen with 43 assists in 50 games, which is also 6th among all skaters so far this year.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21
Why Canadiens Aren’t Putting Juraj Slafkovsky on the Trade Block

Why Canadiens Aren’t Putting Juraj Slafkovsky on the Trade Block

Montreal Canadiens fans are wondering whether Juraj Slafkovsky has arrived yet. And the short answer is complicated. Because Montreal isn’t just waiting.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / January 21
Inside the Canadiens’ Approach with Juraj Slafkovský

Inside the Canadiens’ Approach with Juraj Slafkovský

One of the most overused words in hockey is patience. Teams preach it. Coaches promise it. Fans are told to accept it. And yet, patience is often confused with standing still and hoping time fixes things on its own.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 21
Canadiens Score Late to Edge Past Wild in Dramatic Finish

Canadiens Score Late to Edge Past Wild in Dramatic Finish

The Montreal Canadiens delivered one of the most thrilling finishes of their season this week. With the game tied and time running out, the home side found a way to keep a play alive deep in the offensive zone before converting for a dramatic victory over the visiting Minnesota Wild.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / January 21
Olympic replacement: Lane Hutson ignored once again

Olympic replacement: Lane Hutson ignored once again

Yesterday, the Canadiens tweeted Hockey USA (and thus Bill Guerin) to wake up. It was following a Cole Caufield goal, but on a pass from Lane Hutson, who was having a big game.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / January 21
Samuel Montembeault at the Olympics: the topic is back in the news

Samuel Montembeault at the Olympics: the topic is back in the news

Yesterday, in the NHL, two players (among many others) were injured. We’re talking about Darcy Kuemper and Anthony Cirelli. Why are we talking about them in particular?

Kirby Dach News / The Hockey Writers / January 21
Canadiens’ Kirby Dach Needs to Take Advantage of His Current Opportunity

Canadiens’ Kirby Dach Needs to Take Advantage of His Current Opportunity

The Montreal Canadiens have spent most of the season navigating through a difficult injury situation, and Kirby Dach has been right at the center of it.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / January 20
Patience paying off as Canadiens front office sees rebuild progress

Patience paying off as Canadiens front office sees rebuild progress

The Montreal Canadiens' rebuild is ongoing, but the worst is over.

Canadiens’ Texier out day-to-day with lower-body injury, Dach returns to lineup
The 25 best late-round NHL Draft picks
The 'Montreal Canadiens Hall of Famers' quiz
Cole Caufield News / Field Level Media / January 20
Cole Caufield buries late winner as Canadiens stun Wild

Cole Caufield buries late winner as Canadiens stun Wild

Cole Caufield's go-ahead goal with 15 seconds remaining in regulation secured a dramatic 4-3 victory for the Montreal Canadiens over the visiting Minnesota Wild on Tuesday.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / January 20
Canadiens’ Texier out day-to-day with lower-body injury, Dach returns to lineup

Canadiens’ Texier out day-to-day with lower-body injury, Dach returns to lineup

A couple of roster adjustments for the Montreal Canadiens, including the return of one of the team’s young stars. On Tuesday, the team announced that forward Alexandre Texier is out day-to-day with a lower-body injury.

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