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Kirill Marchenko News / The Hockey Writers / June 29
What the Canadiens Could Offer to Land Kirill Marchenko
The Montreal Canadiens have made it clear they want to improve their forward group this offseason. While much of the attention has been focused on finding a second-line centre, adding another top-six winger would also be a significant boost for a team looking to take the next step.
Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / June 29
Brendan Gallagher Traded to the Canucks
A new chapter begins. According to Eric Engels, the Vancouver Canucks have finally reached an agreement with the Canadiens on the terms of a trade involving veteran Brendan Gallagher.
Adam Fantilli must be a target for Kent Hughes
This morning on BPM Sports, Anthony Marcotte floated an idea that's interesting for the Canadiens. What if Kent Hughes called the Columbus Blue Jackets to see if the excellent Adam Fantilli might be an option on the trade market?
The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?
Kirill Marchenko News / Dose.ca / June 29
Kirill Marchenko: Teams the Canadiens Need to Watch
Today is June 29. In two days, the free agency market will open. We'll obviously be keeping an eye on whether Kent Hughes manages to make any moves by then.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Vincent Trocheck News / Dose.ca / June 29
Vincent Trocheck is reportedly still refusing to be traded to Montreal
Vincent Trocheck's name has been mentioned in trade rumors all over the place, even in Montreal. On the one hand, it makes sense for the Habs, because he's an experienced and versatile center who could very well fill the need for a second-line center.
Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / June 28
Brendan Gallagher: A fan gave him a special gift to mark his departure
We've known this for a while now, but Brendan Gallagher won't be returning to the Canadiens next season. This decision will clearly disappoint many, as the small-statured forward is a fan favorite, but that's just part of the business of professional sports.
Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / June 28
Samuel Montembeault: Things could move (very) quickly
While several teams have been looking to bolster their rosters in recent weeks, the Canadiens have been relatively quiet so far. However, there could be some movement soon with the Habs, who need to resolve the situations involving Brendan Gallagher and Samuel Montembeault.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 28
Canadiens Wisely Use 2026 First-Round Pick Selecting Pugachyov
The disappointment on the part of any Montreal Canadiens fans after the Habs picked Gleb Pugachyov at 26th overall at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft is both palpable and understandable.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 28
Canadiens Use Market Inefficiencies to Build Core Identity
An NHL team’s entry draft success is fundamentally about finding “surplus value”, drafting players who significantly outperform their draft slots. While top-10 picks are high-probability assets, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has made exploiting market inefficiencies a featured pillar of the Montreal Canadiens’ rebuild plan.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 28
Meet the Canadiens’ 2026 NHL Draft Class
The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2026 NHL Entry Draft with the objective to continue building organizational depth while adding size, competitiveness and long-term upside throughout the prospect pool.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 29
Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Did The Canadiens Miss Out?
By JD Lagrange – Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: The week’s hot topics, served without sugar-coating or concern for bruised feelings. This week, we dive into the Montreal Canadiens’ needs coming into the NHL Draft and whether the players they missed were really the right ingredients.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 28
Eight Things to Keep in Mind This Week with the Canadiens
The draft is behind us. That doesn't mean it's all over, of course. And in fact, when you think about it, next week is going to be huge for the Canadiens.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
Offseason Checklist: Montreal Canadiens
The offseason is now in full effect following Carolina’s Stanley Cup title. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what teams will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Montreal.
Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / June 28
The playoffs have left their mark on the Canadiens’ draft
The message the Canadiens sent at the draft is hard to miss. Over the course of the two-day draft, Kent Hughes and his team were practically obsessed with size.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27
The Canadiens may already be dreaming of a Russian trio
The selection of Gleb Pugachyov could be far more significant than people realize. The Canadiens may not have just added another Russian prospect to their organization on Friday.
Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / June 27
The QMJHL Still Overlooked by the Canadiens: A Clear Trend Under Kent Hughes
The 2026 NHL Draft is officially behind us. All 224 picks have been made… and it's worth noting that the QMJHL didn't have a bad draft class. In total, 20 players from the QMJHL were selected over the past two days, including two first-round picks: Maddox Dagenais and Tommy Bleyl.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27
Gleb Pugachyov in Montreal before 2028? 'The situation is flexible'
The draft is over. The Canadiens, in the end, made eight picks since last night. That was the plan from the start, but let's just say things changed quite a bit during the draft in terms of draft order.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 27
Montreal Canadiens Select Power Forward Gleb Pugachyov 26th Overall
The Montreal Canadiens traded the 28th pick along with a 3rd round pick in 2027 to the Vegas Golden Knights to move up to pick 26 and select Russian forward Gleb Pugachyov, who has been developing in the Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod organization.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / June 26
Canadiens select Gleb Pugachyov No. 26 overall in 2026 NHL Draft
The Montreal Canadiens prioritized a high floor with the No. 26 selection in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft by picking hulking Russian winger Gleb Pugachyov.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 26
Will The Canadiens Pick Another Russian With Their 1st Pick In The 2026 NHL Entry Draft?
It is officially Draft Day, and while it was rumoured early on that the Montreal Canadiens were looking to move their 1st round pick in this year’s draft, it is now seeming more and more likely that they will step up to the podium and pick at #28 tonight.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26
Canadiens put massive offer on the table for Kirill Marchenko
NHL insider Frank Seravalli said on Frankly Hockey Friday afternoon that the Montreal Canadiens are making a big play for a stud forward from the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26
Canadiens Calling on Big Names Just Hours Before the 2026 NHL Draft
According to NHL insider and The Athletic columnist Pierre LeBrun, the Montreal Canadiens have several irons in the fire head into Friday night’s NHL draft.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
What is the Montreal Canadiens’ top priority this summer?
The Montreal Canadiens are coming off a successful season that followed a 2024-25 campaign in which they made the playoffs as a wild card before getting bounced in the first round.
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