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Oliver Kapanen absent from practice, but Patrik Laine remains as extra

This morning, the Canadiens announced that Oliver Kapanen would not be practicing. There is talk of a day of treatment for the Finnish player, who is not accustomed to being absent.

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Jacob Fowler’s door is more open than David Reinbacher’s.

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Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / March 9

'The Canadiens came close to trading Patrik Laine.'

We now know that the Canadiens were unable to trade Patrik Laine. He is expected to finish the season with the Canadiens. But does that mean Kent Hughes, who failed to complete a trade last Friday, didn’t try to send the Finn elsewhere?

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Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / March 9

Michael Hage: there is a risk that he will remain at university

The Canadiens failed to complete a trade before the trade deadline. You knew that. That said, is it possible to think that, despite everything, the Habs could find something positive in this?

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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

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / March 9

Mystery deal: Canadiens 'very confident' it won’t leak to the media

Ah, the Canadiens’ sacrosanct mystery trade… This is an issue that Kent Hughes wasn’t afraid to address in front of the media on Friday. The Canadiens’ GM said that, as you know, he came close to making a significant trade.

Nick Suzuki News / The Sick Podcast / March 8

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.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / March 8

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.

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.

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.

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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.