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Why Nick Suzuki Will Hit 100 Points

After Saturday night’s game, in which Nick Suzuki scored a goal and 3 points in a 4-3 victory against the Los Angeles Kings, the Montreal Canadiens captain now sits with 21 goals and 74 points in 62 games.

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Reinbacher Finally Taking Big Steps In Development

Over the past few games with the Laval Rocket, prospect David Reinbacher has been given the role of the number one defenseman, and he has been playing arguably his best hockey since he came over from the Swiss National League at the end of the 2023-24 season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 8

The Canadiens were 'very close' to adding a right-handed defenseman.

Friday was the NHL trade deadline… and the Canadiens ultimately did not make any trades. The Habs’ general manager himself explained that he was working on an important deal in the final hours before the deadline, but that the trade ultimately fell through.

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Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / March 8

In his second season, Lane Hutson could break a Larry Robinson record.

Lane Hutson does not seem to be affected by the sophomore slump. After winning the Calder Trophy in his first season with 66 points in 82 games, many wondered if the young defenseman could do as well in his second season with the CH.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Jakub Dobes News / The Sick Podcast / March 8

Dobes Steals A Win For The Habs Against the Kings

The Montreal Canadiens ended their 9-game losing streak against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night with a 4-3 victory, thanks to Jakub Dobes having a spectacular night when the Habs needed it most.

Alexandre Texier News / Dose.ca / March 8

Alexandre Texier has been left out of the last four games.

Unbeknownst to most, Alexandre Texier has been left out of the CH’s last four games, even though he is in perfect health and the team has played two games in 24 hours.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 8

Canadiens’ biggest mistake at 2026 NHL trade deadline

Caution was the watchword for the Montreal Canadiens at the NHL’s trade deadline. General manager Kent Hughes said there was a “big deal” the team was pursuing in the days preceding the deadline, but the Habs ended up sitting on their hands.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 8

3 Canadiens Who Were Winners at the Trade Deadline

The NHL trade deadline often brings fireworks, especially for teams fighting for playoff positioning. However, the Montreal Canadiens chose a different path this year.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / March 8

Zachary Bolduc: He hasn’t scored in 24 games.

Ah, the infamous sophomore slump… Does that ring a bell? I’m sure Zachary Bolduc knows exactly what that means. After all, the young man is experiencing the worst streak since he first laced up his skates.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / March 8

A first in 30 years: Nick Suzuki is on track for another incredible end to the season

Last night’s victory over the Los Angeles Kings marked the Montreal Canadiens’ 20th comeback win of the season. This total of 20 comeback wins is the highest in the National Hockey League this year, just ahead of the Anaheim Ducks (19) and the Nashville Predators (18).

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 8

Jakub Dobes deserves more playing time, not Samuel Montembeault.

The Montreal Canadiens’ first line, and especially Juraj Slafkovsky, is largely responsible for the CH’s victory over the Los Angeles Kings last night.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Dose.ca / March 8

Monster performance: Juraj Slafkovsky achieves a first in CH history before the age of 22

The Montreal Canadiens completed their trip to the American West last night with a 4-3 victory in regulation time against the Los Angeles Kings. The Habs are now returning home after earning three points out of a possible six with a 1-1-1 record on this road trip, which is acceptable.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / The Hockey Writers / March 7

Slafkovsky Makes Canadiens History in Win Over Kings

Montreal Canadiens’ forward Juraj Slafkovsky was instrumental in his team’s 4-3 comeback victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night, scoring three points, including two critical points late.

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Canadiens rally past slumping Kings on pair of late goals

Juraj Slafkovsky had two goals and an assist for the visiting Montreal Canadiens in a 4-3 comeback win against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday evening.

Patrik Laine News / Professor Press Box / March 7

Patrik Laine Could Be the Canadiens’ Playoff X-Factor

Patrik Laine is a player I’ve been waiting to see play this season. It was only last January that he came back from an injury and put up huge power-play numbers.

Jacob Fowler News / The Sick Podcast / March 7

Should The Habs Bring Fowler Back Up To The NHL?

The Montreal Canadiens are once again having goaltending struggles that could really hurt the team’s chances of making the playoffs if the inconsistencies in net continue.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 8

Elliotte Friedman may have an idea about the case Kent Hughes was working on.

Since yesterday, people have been wondering why Kent Hughes spoke to the media so late. At the CH, there was radio silence after the trade deadline, suggesting that the GM was still working.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 7

Canadiens Bet on Youth at the NHL Trade Deadline

The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline came and went, and general manager (GM) Kent Hughes ended up making no trades on that day. Of course, he wasn’t standing pat since

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / March 7

3 Reasons the Canadiens Stayed Quiet at the Trade Deadline

For the second year in a row, the Montreal Canadiens reached the trade deadline and didn’t do very much. No big splash. No dramatic last-minute deal. No rental winger arriving to save the season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Lead / March 7

It’s Time for Juraj Slafkovský to Become Canadiens’ Next Star

In the 2022 entry draft, Juraj Slafkovský became the Montreal Canadiens’ first No.1 overall draft pick since 1980. In his first three seasons, he showed flashes of why he earned the right to be taken with the top-overall selection.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / March 7

Canadiens Quick Hits: Caufield, Suzuki & Annoying Patterns

Well, if you like quiet, tidy hockey games, this one wasn’t for you. The Montreal Canadiens and Anaheim Ducks spent Friday night at the Honda Center trading goals like a couple of kids swapping hockey cards.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Is a Nazem Kadri trade close? Are the Canadiens sending a big name back to Flames?

As the action continues on an active trade deadline day, one name to keep an eye on is Kadri.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Place Goaltender on the Trade Market

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. It’s trade deadline day, and the rumours are swirling with teams looking to put the finishing touches on their rosters to make a run at Lord Stanley’s Cup.