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On YouTubeMontreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 3
Canadiens’ 2nd Line Will Determine Success of the Rebuild
Having an established, reliable second line could be one of the single biggest swing factors in determining the success of the 2025–26 edition of the Montreal Canadiens.
Sean Farrell News / Dose.ca / January 3
Laval Rocket: Sean Farrell dominates again in victory
The best team in the AHL’s Northern Section was in action last night at Place Bell, as the Laval Rocket took on the Utica Comets, the worst team in the division.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 3
Positives of 3 Canadiens Being Snubbed From the Olympics
When the Olympic rosters started to come out, it didn’t take long for Montreal Canadiens fans to notice some familiar names missing. As always, Olympic selections spark debate, frustration, and a bit of national pride.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 3
Canadiens, Blues set to face off minus key roster pieces
The first half of the season gave the Montreal Canadiens' organizational depth a severe test. The Canadiens may face more lineup shuffling when they continue their seven-game road trip Saturday afternoon against the St. Louis Blues.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 2
Canadiens' Ivan Demidov stays hot, but Matthew Schaefer remains Calder front-runner
With the mid-season approaching, Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov is maintaining chances of winning the Calder Trophy.
Lane Hutson News / The Sick Podcast / January 2
Why Lane Hutson Is The Best Player That Got Snubbed
On Friday morning when Team USA announced their 25-man Olympic roster, it wasn’t a surprise that both Montreal Canadiens stars Cole Caufield and Lane Hutson were left off the roster after hearing rumors about the team over the past few weeks.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 2
Pascal Vincent sings (once again) the praises of David Reinbacher
Unfortunately for David Reinbacher, multiple injuries have clearly delayed his development. It’s extremely difficult to reach your full potential when you’re always one step behind due to injury.
Oliver Kapanen News / The Sick Podcast / January 2
Oliver Kapanen Will Represent Finland At The Olympics
On Friday morning, Finland announced their 25-man squad for the 2026 Olympics in Milan. Amongst the group that will be playing for Finland is Montreal Canadiens rookie Oliver Kapanen.
Alexandre Carrier News / Dose.ca / January 2
Since Alexandre Carrier’s arrival, the Habs are fourth in the NHL
Despite all the injuries to the Montreal Canadiens, the club is doing quite well. In fact, very well. Multiple injuries are nothing new for the Habs, who are often among the teams with the most injuries, season after season.
Aatos Koivu News / Dose.ca / January 2
CMJ: Aatos Koivu will be left out tonight (even though he is healthy)
Before the start of the World Junior Championship, Aatos Koivu mentioned that he wanted to play a big role for Finland. Saku’s son wanted to be used in every way by his coach to show that he had the talent to play with the big boys.
Nick Suzuki News / Breakaway on SI / January 2
Canadiens Head Coach Reacts to Nick Suzuki Making Team Canada
Montreal captain Nick Suzuki has finally earned his spot on Team Canada’s Olympic roster for Milan 2026. However, while the Canadiens fans remain excited to see the forward finally get his due, head coach Martin St.
Mike Matheson News / Dose.ca / January 2
Mike Matheson was on the ice today for optional practice
Following last night’s victory in Carolina(their first since 2016), the Canadiens held an optional practice today. And there was some good news: Mike Matheson was on the ice.
Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / January 2
Michael Hage, a guy who loves the spotlight
Right now, Michael Hage’s name is one of the most popular in the hockey world. And it’s not hard to see why: the Canadiens’ prospect is dominating the World Junior Championship.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 2
Canadiens’ Caufield, Hutson Understandably Left Off U.S. Olympic Team
Not to read too much into Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield’s contributions against the Carolina Hurricanes on New Year’s Day, but he picked a coincidental time to notch his first-ever goal against a powerhouse team that has historically given the franchise fits, especially on the road.
Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / January 2
Patrik Laine was spotted skating in Brossard
Patrik Laine has played just five games so far this season. His last game was on October 16: the forward underwent surgery to repair an abdominal muscle injury at the end of October, and was originally expected to be out for three to four months.
NHL News / The Sick Podcast / January 2
Habs Win 7-5 Against The Canes In Wild Goal Fest
The Montreal Canadiens beat the Carolina Hurricanes 7-5 in a wild goal fest to open up the 2026 calendar year. It was an emotional rollercoaster, as the Habs both blew a 2-goal lead and came from behind to grab another 2-goal lead later in the game.
Ivan Demidov went out to lunch with Andrei Svechnikov
Ivan Demidov is making more and more noise in the NHL. He’s currently the only NHL rookie with more than 30 points this season, and it’s clear he’s getting comfortable in the NHL.
Oliver Kapanen News / Dose.ca / January 2
Official: Oliver Kapanen will go to the Olympics
This morning, the USA and Finland announced their Olympic rosters for the men’s hockey tournament. The Americans chose to leave Cole Caufield and Lane Hutson at home, which was expected— but not a good decision.
Brad Marchand reminds us that the Habs can’t afford to lose Mike Matheson
During the Canadiens’ game against the Florida Panthers on December 30, québécois Mike Matheson was hit in the face by Brad Marchand. Not only did the Canadiens defenseman not finish the game in Florida, but he was unable to play last night in Carolina.
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 1
Canadiens rally past Canes, spoil Sebastian Aho's big game
Cole Caufield and Josh Anderson scored 23 seconds apart in the second period as the Montreal Canadiens came back from a two-goal deficit to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 7-5 on Thursday night in Raleigh, N.C.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 1
Will relationship between Adam Fox, Rangers be hurt by Olympic snub?
The United States men's Olympic hockey roster will be announced on Friday, but we already have some idea as to who is going to be on it. We also know at least one player that will not be on it.
Nick Suzuki News / NHL Trade Talk / December 31
A Long Night, an Early Call, and a Team Canada Dream Realized for Nick Suzuki
Montreal Canadiens forward and captain Nick Suzuki got the call every Canadian hockey player dreams of — and despite a late night, he was already awake waiting for it.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 3
NHL’s ruling on Brad Marchand hit sparks online firestorm
After learning that Marchand will not be receiving any kind of hearing, the cries of injustice were even more prominent.
Samuel Montembeault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 31
Was Mental Reset What Sam Montembeault Needed to Avoid Trade?
With questions surfacing about his future with the team, Sam Montembeault did the smart thing by embracing the idea of a mental reset — and his performance on Tuesday night may have prolonged his stay as a member of the Montreal Canadiens.
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