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On YouTubeMontreal 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.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
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.
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.
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.
Five habs players earn two points in a victory over the Hurricanes
The Montreal Canadiens took on the Hurricanes in Carolina on the first day of 2026. Minutes before the start of the game, the Habs announced that defenseman Mike Matheson would not be in uniform due to an upper-body injury.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 2
Canadiens complete feat last seen in 1998 after stunning Hurricanes
Make no mistake about it, the Montreal Canadiens are ready to make some noise in the 2025-26 season. The young roster made a surprising run to the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season and is building on it this season.
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.
Five habs players earn two points in a victory against the Hurricanes
The Montreal Canadiens took on the Hurricanes in Carolina on the first day of 2026. Minutes before the start of the game, the Habs announced that defenseman Mike Matheson would not be in uniform due to an upper-body injury.
Kaiden Guhle News / Dose.ca / January 1
Kaiden Guhle could return after the habs’ road trip
In the NHL, injuries are an integral part of the game, but we know that it’s always difficult to remain competitive when several pieces of a club are injured.
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.
Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / January 1
CMJ: Michael Hage is the MVP so far, according to Scott Wheeler
The holiday season also means the World Junior Championship. As we all know, the Montreal Canadiens have a few representatives in this tournament, including L.J.
Aatos Koivu News / Dose.ca / January 1
Here’s why Aatos Koivu only played 1:09 minutes yesterday
Did you notice Aatos Koivu last night? I didn’t notice him either. That’s because he was on the ice for Canada’s first two goals and then didn’t play again.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 1
5 of the 14 worst teams in the NHL are Canadian
Before the season began, it was clear that the Canadiens were on the rise. The Canadiens and Senators were quietly wrapping up their rebuilds, the Oilers were coming off back-to-back Stanley Cup finals, the Jets were a force to be reckoned with, and the Leafs were the Leafs.
Nick Suzuki News / Breakaway on SI / January 1
Canadiens Captain Used 4 Nations Snub as Olympic Motivation
Nick Suzuki is going to the Olympics. The Montreal Canadiens captain received the call from Team Canada general manager Julien Brisebois on Wednesday morning, fulfilling a childhood dream and validating his response to being left off the 4 Nations roster earlier this season.
Ivan Demidov News / The Sick Podcast / January 1
Ivan Demidov Named NHL Rookie Of The Month
The NHL announced on Thursday that Montreal Canadiens rookie forward Ivan Demidov has been named the league’s Rookie of the Month for December. Demidov had his best month in the NHL yet in December, as he recorded 4 goals and 10 assists for 14 points in 15 games, just narrowly falling short of a point-per-game pace.
NHL News / Field Level Media / December 31
Cardiac Canadiens hope to get earlier jump on Hurricanes
The Montreal Canadiens are comfortable after falling behind in games because they have gained confidence with their ability to rally. That is not the preferred route to victories, so the Canadiens would not mind altering the formula when they visit the Carolina Hurricanes for Thursday night's game at Raleigh, N.C.
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 2
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.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 31
Laval’s Success Highlights Canadiens’ Organizational Depth
While much of the attention naturally goes to what is happening with the Montreal Canadiens, the Habs’ farm team in Laval quietly continues to do exactly what an American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate is supposed to do: win games, develop players, and absorb constant roster changes without losing its identity.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 31
Montreal Canadiens Make New Year’s Resolutions for 2026
Things look bright for the Montreal Canadiens heading into 2026, at least significantly brighter than on recent New Year’s Eves past. After years of rebuilding and just sneaking into the postseason in 2025, the Habs have built on that modest success.
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