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The CH must trade Jacob Fowler or David Reinbacher before the expansion draft

There have been some developments regarding the next NHL expansion. First, yesterday we learned that Bill Daly will announce the new expansion team by the end of 2026, which is expected to join the league in 2029–2030.

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Revisiting the Canadiens’ Josh Anderson Trade

When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Josh Anderson from the Columbus Blue Jackets in October 2020, there was plenty of uncertainty surrounding the deal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / August 23

The Canadiens Didn’t Chase the Summer: They Bet on Their Build

There was a lot of NHL movement this summer. Teams changed coaches, moved players around, spent money and tried to convince themselves that one more addition might be the thing that finally gets them over the top.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 23

Zachary Bolduc is set to play alongside Ivan Demidov

Last season, Zachary Bolduc's debut with the Montreal Canadiens got a lot of fans excited, not only because he's a young Quebec native, but also because he has a lot of offensive talent.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / August 23

Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens Trade Is Coming?

The week’s hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without the sugar-coating and with little concern for bruised feelings. It has been a remarkably quiet summer in Montreal.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 23

Most Overrated Montreal Canadiens for 2026-27

For the second consecutive year, a Montreal Canadiens rookie for all intents and purposes met or exceeded the lofty expectations laid at their feet. In 2024-25, defenseman Lane Hutson won the Calder Memorial Trophy, while Ivan Demidov just fell short in 2025-26, nevertheless leading all rookies in scoring with 62 points.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 23

'I think Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield are going to leave some money on the table again.'

Montreal Canadiens fans are certainly very pleased with the work Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton have done since they arrived. What's most impressive is what they've been able to accomplish in terms of salary cap management and the contracts awarded to the team's core players.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 22

'The CH needs to trade Adam Engstrom and Alexander Zharovsky now'

The Montreal Canadiens already have a very strong, young, and talented core, with several prospects on the way. Players like Michael Hage, Alexander Zharovsky, Jacob Fowler (who isn't officially a member of the team), Bryce Pickford, Adam Engstrom, and many others are all very intriguing.

Gleb Pugachyov News / Dose.ca / August 22

Gleb Pugachyov is (already) back in the KHL

In the most recent draft, the Habs selected Gleb Pugachyov in the first round. The kid, who will spend the next year in Russia, will certainly be keeping people here on the city's radar.

Bill Daly News / Dose.ca / August 22

Bill Daly announces two pieces of news that won’t help the Canadiens

After years of rebuilding, the CH has finally become a competitive team again. The club has been acquiring talent for a few years now, and that helped it reach the Eastern Conference Final last season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 22

Geoff Molson: 'Zachary Bolduc and Arber Xhekaj are important to us'

The Canadiens' season will begin in just over a month. So we can expect some busy weeks ahead, with events like rookie camp, the golf tournament, and training camp.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Canadiens’ perfect trade target amid 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Montreal Canadiens are clearly a team that is surging after their performance down the stretch during the regular season and in last year’s Stanley Cup playoffs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 22

Here’s what a successful season would look like for the CH in 26-27, according to Pierre McGuire

It had been a long time since the Montreal Canadiens had given us such wonderful and intense emotions as they did during the 2025–2026 season. What we experienced last season was simply magical, and it gave us a wonderful glimpse of what's to come for this great team.

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The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 22

3 Teams the Canadiens Could Trade With This Preseason

The Montreal Canadiens have had a quiet offseason thus far. But that is not necessarily a bad thing. The Canadiens are among the youngest teams in the league and made it all the way to the Eastern Conference Final in the spring.

Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / August 22

Arber Xhekaj: Despite the contractual impasse, he meets with supporters

As the Montreal Canadiens' 2026–2027 season approaches, Kent Hughes and his team still have two important internal matters to resolve. In fact, two of his players remain unsigned for the upcoming season, and the more time that passes, the more urgent these matters become.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 22

Canadiens Must Stay the Course With Elite Pipeline

Rebuilds in the NHL are rarely linear, and they rarely adhere to a predetermined schedule. They test patience, test resolve, and far too often leave fan

Michael Hage News / The Hockey Writers / August 22

How the Canadiens’ Trade Up for Michael Hage Has Aged

The Montreal Canadiens have not been afraid to be aggressive under general manager Kent Hughes. Whether through trades for established NHL players or moves at the draft, Hughes has shown a willingness to sacrifice multiple assets when he believes there is a significant opportunity to improve the organization.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 22

Laval Rocket: Here’s What the Roster Will Look Like in ’26-’27

It's already almost September, which means we're just over a month away from the return of North American professional hockey. When I say that, you naturally think first of the National Hockey League, but there's also the American Hockey League to keep an eye on once again this season.