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Cole Hutson leaves the WJC game against Switzerland on a stretcher

The tournament is still young, but it’s already reminding us just how quickly everything can change on the ice. The World Junior Championship has already provided us with its share of emotions since the start of the tournament, but we were treated to a truly worrying moment today.

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Discussing the Potential Plan For Samuel Montembeault

The Montreal Canadiens officially called up goaltender Samuel Montembeault from his conditioning stint with the Laval Rocket on Saturday. However, because

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / December 27

Michael Hage gives Canada the win in overtime at the WJC

Canada faced Latvia in their second game of the World Junior Hockey Championship. A year ago to the day, Latvia caused a surprise by beating Canada. Michael Hage remained on the same line, accompanied by Gavin McKenna and Brady Martin.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 27

'Michael Hage’s development resembles that of Nick Suzuki.'

Last night, Michael Hage had a big game to kick off the CMJ. The Habs prospect not only scored a magnificent goal, but also added two assists to his record.

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The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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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.

Jake Evans News / NHL Trade Talk / December 27

Canadiens Avoid Worst-Case Scenario with Jake Evans Injury

The Montreal Canadiens will be without forward Jake Evans for the foreseeable future after the team announced he is expected to miss four to six weeks with a lower-body injury.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / December 27

Jacob Fowler will be in goal against the Lightning tomorrow

Now that the NHL holiday break is behind us, the Canadiens are getting ready to get back into action. The club flew to Florida today, and will face the Lightning tomorrow.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / December 27

Canadiens’ Jake Evans out 4-6 weeks; Montembeault recalled from conditioning stint

The Montreal Canadiens announced a couple pieces of news on Saturday. Firstly, forward Jake Evans will miss the next four to six weeks with a lower-body injury.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 27

Jake Evans To Miss Four To Six Weeks

Already missing four regulars, Montreal’s injured list has grown again. The team announced that center Jake Evans will miss the next four to six weeks due to a lower-body injury. The Canadiens had already placed him on injured reserve before the holiday break.

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / December 27

Kirby Dach did not make the trip to Florida

The Canadiens are back in action today. Earlier this morning, the club took off for Florida… and it’s tomorrow that they’ll play their next game, against the Lightning.

Phillip Danault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 27

The Danault Habs’ Trade Conspiracy? Probably Not, But Good Fun

Every once in a while, you find a thought in the oddest place. Suddenly, the dominoes fall — logical, but probably totally fictional. This one came from Reddit and lays out how Phillip Danault planned his five-year absence so he could return to his home province to help his former Montreal Canadiens team win the Stanley Cup.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 27

Noah Dobson: Zdeno Chara (really) likes his style of play

Noah Dobson has been playing in the NHL for a few years now. The defenseman, who arrived in Montreal this summer, began his career in an Islanders uniform in the 2019-20 season.

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Jonathan Marchessault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 27

Jonathan Marchessault Trade Talk Draws Strong Reaction From Canadiens Fans

A recent trade matchmaker piece from The Athletic linking Jonathan Marchessault to the Montreal Canadiens didn’t land the way some NHL insiders may have expected.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / December 27

Habs Prospect Lights It Up For Canada in Tournament

On Friday night, Montreal Canadiens top prospect Michael Hage had an incredible tournament opener for Canada as he helped lead the way with a goal and 2 assists in Canada’s 7-5 victory against Czechia.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / December 27

Samuel Montembeault recalled by the habs (according to the AHL website)

After a three-day break, NHL activities resume today. There are games on the schedule tonight… but the Habs won’t be back in action until tomorrow, against the Lightning.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / December 27

Ranking of the top scorers for each team: Nick Suzuki in 9th place

There was a time when no Montreal Canadiens player came close to producing a point per game. The Habs relied on the prowess of Carey Price, but for the rest, offensively, the Habs didn’t have a single player who really stood out and was among the NHL’s elite in terms of points.