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'Don't move on, just move forward': How hockey helped Michigan's Michael Hage overcome tragedy

Fueled by the memory of his father, the Wolverines star looks to return to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / March 26

The Canadiens are scoring too many goals

The Canadiens will host the Blue Jackets tonight at the Bell Centre. We're still waiting to see if Jakub Dobes will speak to the media today or get another start, given his strong performance since Marco Marciano took over.

Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / March 26

Martin St-Louis: Expect a contract extension soon

Martin St-Louis arrived in Montreal in 2022 as an interim coach. At the time, he signed a contract just to finish out the team's 2021–2022 season. His goal?

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Samuel Montembeault News / The Sick Podcast / March 25

Should Samuel Montembeault Be Back With The Habs Next Season?

On Tuesday night’s episode of the Sick Podcast Post-game show following the Montreal Canadiens’ 5-2 victory against the Carolina Hurricanes, there was a debate about what the Habs should do with their goaltending situation for next season.

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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

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / March 25

The CH reportedly tried to include Laine in a trade for a player in Toronto

Patrik Laine isn't currently of much use to the Canadiens. Kent Hughes clearly tried to offload his $8.7 million contract at the trade deadline, but either he wasn't able to do so or the asking price was too high.

NHL News / Dose.ca / March 25

Carey Price thinks Jacob Fowler reminds him of himself on the ice

The Canadiens have been searching for their next goaltender of the future ever since Carey Price's last game. Let's just say it hasn't been easy in recent seasons.

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / March 25

Jakub Dobes: The Real Reasons Behind His Media Hiatus

This morning, I wrote an article titled “Jakub Dobes: Twice as Good Since Marco Marciano's Arrival.” We're watching a true No. 1 goaltender emerge right before our eyes and blossom behind the young Habs team.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 25

The Canadiens aren’t the only team in their division to have scouted Rasmus Ristolainen

At the NHL trade deadline, the Canadiens were looking to acquire a right-handed defenseman. A player who would have strengthened the right side of the defense.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 25

3 NCAA Free Agents the Canadiens Should Target

As the NCAA season winds down, NHL teams shift their attention toward one of the more intriguing talent pools available outside of the draft: college free agents.

Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / March 25

'The guys love Arber Xhekaj: he’s the real deal'

Arber Xhekaj has just dropped to the club’s #7 defenseman spot right before our eyes. For the past few games, Jayden Struble has taken his place in the lineup.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 25

Canadiens vs. Hurricanes in the playoffs: 'That’s the team I’d like to face'

Yesterday, the Canadiens beat the Hurricanes at the Bell Centre. Was it easy? No. After a few minutes of play, you would have sworn the Canadiens had handed out hockey jerseys to guys who had never played in the NHL.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / March 25

VIDEO: Samuel Montembeault continues to display impeccable conduct

Right now, the Canadiens have too many players. Offensively speaking, Patrik Laine is still surplus to requirements. Joe Veleno often is… and once again yesterday, the Quebec native was benched when Josh Anderson returned to the lineup.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / March 24

Canadiens rally from early deficit to down Hurricanes

Cole Caufield and Juraj Slafkovsky scored three and a half minutes apart in the second period and Jakub Dobes made 41 saves, helping the host Montreal Canadiens rally to a 5-2 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 24

The five biggest games left on the Canadiens schedule

As the regular season winds down, the Montreal Canadiens are entering what feels like a playoff run before the playoffs even begin. With just 13 games remaining, 12 of them coming against Eastern Conference opponents, every point matters more than ever.

Jesperi Kotkaniemi News / Dose.ca / March 24

Jesperi Kotkaniemi won’t face the Canadiens: his season has been a disaster

It took five years, but the Hurricanes have finally realized there's no point in holding onto Jesperi Kotkaniemi. The former Canadiens prospect, who was acquired by the Hurricanes in a trade, has never lived up to expectations.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 24

The Canadiens’ lineup tonight: five less-than-ideal options

This morning, it became clear that Jakub Dobes would be in the lineup for tonight's game against the Canes. That was the word before the Habs put the brakes on, saying nothing is official… but it's going to happen.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / March 24

Give the Selke Trophy to Nick Suzuki right now

The Canadiens will look to secure their playoff spot tonight when they host Sebastian Aho, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, and the Hurricanes at the Bell Centre. The team may have an 80% chance of extending its season after 82 games, but the fact remains that once again this year, it finds itself in the mix.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 24

Canadiens’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

, The Montreal Canadiens were once hockey’s most glorious entity. They were the franchise that every other team in the NHL emulated. The Canadiens have won 23 Stanley Cups, a figure that no other franchise can come close to matching.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 23

Star players riding hot streaks as Canes, Canadiens clash

Seth Jarvis and Sebastian Aho will look to continue their respective hot streaks on Tuesday when the Carolina Hurricanes visit Cole Caufield and the Montreal Canadiens.

Patrik Laine News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 23

Projecting Patrik Laine’s Future After This Season

Canadiens forward Patrik Laine is headed for free agency this summer. Despite a limited free agent market, he isn’t expected to attract much interest after another season marred by injuries.

Nick Suzuki News / Professor Press Box / March 23

Why Canadiens' Nick Suzuki Is the Real Deal

If you’ve watched Nick Suzuki play even a little, you get it. Montreal Canadiens teammate Kaiden Guhle called him elite, and honestly, it’s hard to argue.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

Canadiens Will Be Well Represented in the NCAA Tournament

The Montreal Canadiens’ rebuild has been defined by patience, development, and smart drafting, and this year’s NCAA tournament is shaping up to be another strong showcase of that philosophy.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Tij Iginla is becoming one of the most exciting prospects

While there are a number of NHL-affiliated prospects who are slowly growing into future stars, one player is starting to close in on becoming a full-time participant in the big leagues.

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