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Canadiens’ 3-Man Crease Rotation Is Hurting Dobes’ Development

The Montreal Canadiens’ decision to roll with a three-goalie rotation has sparked plenty of debate over the past few weeks. Much of the conversation has focused on Samuel Montembeault’s struggles and confidence, or on Jacob Fowler’s impressive early performances and long-term upside.

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Jacob Fowler sends his message: he doesn’t want to go back to Laval

Last night, the Canadiens returned to the Bell Centre following their Christmas trip. Those who watched the game saw just how out of their league the Flames were compared to the Canadiens.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 8

Canadiens strive for continued success in clash vs. Panthers

The Montreal Canadiens will look to beat the Florida Panthers for the second time in 10 days when the teams meet in Montreal on Thursday night. The Canadiens won 3-2 in overtime on the road vs.

Alexandre Texier News / The Hockey Writers / January 7

Texier Leads Canadiens Past Flames with 3 Points Including 100th in Career

In a battle of two of last season’s Calder Memorial Trophy finalists, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson won out again. The sophomore scored what turned out to be the game-winning goal on Calgary Flames goalie Dustin Wolf just shy of the midway point of the second period, as the Habs rolled to a 4-1 victory on Wednesday at the Bell Centre.

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Alexandre Texier News / Field Level Media / January 7

Alexandre Texier leads scoring charge as Canadiens beat Flames

Alexandre Texier scored once in his first career three-point game and Cole Caufield tallied one goal and one assist to lead the host Montreal Canadiens to a decisive 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday.

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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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 8

The Habs win thanks to a (rare) good second period at home

After a long road trip, the Canadiens were back at the Bell Centre tonight, taking on the Calgary Flames. For the occasion, Jacob Fowler was in net… and Phillip Danault played his first game in Montreal since the deal that brought him back to the Habs.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 7

Can Kirby Dach Be A Good Linemate for Suzuki and Caufield Again?

Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach should be returning to the Habs lineup in the next couple of weeks. The majority of the Canadiens’ forward lines have been looking really good as of late.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / January 7

'Samuel Montembeault will be the Habs’ #1 goalie in the playoffs.'

The 2025-26 season wasn’t exactly Samuel Montembeault’s best ever. The Québécois struggled for several weeks at the start of the season, to the point where the Habs were forced to call up Jacob Fowler as backup.

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / January 7

Kirby Dach is still walking around in a therapeutic boot

Now that’s worrying. Patrick Friolet mentioned on X that Kirby Dach was spotted at the Bell Centre before the game against the Flames with a therapeutic boot for his foot.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / January 7

Five points in his last 19 games: Zachary Bolduc needs to produce more offensively

Zachary Bolduc started the season off with a bang. The Québécois scored in the first three games of the campaign (as well as adding an assist), and at the time was being talked about as a rising star in Montreal.

Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7

Is the Canadiens’ Lane Hutson the Hardest Working NHL Player?

If you thought sophomore slumps were inevitable for NHL rookies, you clearly haven’t been watching Lane Hutson. The Montreal Canadiens’ young defence phenom didn’t just survive his second year — he’s thriving, and doing it in a way that makes you stop and wonder how any player avoids the trap so many stumble into.

Kaiden Guhle News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Canadiens Need to Find the Right Fit for Kaiden Guhle

The midway point of the NHL season has come and gone, and the Montreal Canadiens are sitting at seventh overall in the standings. This has surprised some

David Savard News / Dose.ca / January 7

Dany Dubé: 'We need to find someone to replace David Savard.'

The Canadiens’ defense, on paper, isn’t bad. Kent Hughes acquired Noah Dobson last summer to solidify the top-4, and so far, it’s working. Kaiden Guhle’s injury hurts on some levels (which it should), but it’s not a disaster overall because other guys have been able to step up.

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Canadiens have persevered through bad goaltending to remain in playoff picture

It’s no great shock to see the Montreal Canadiens third in the Atlantic Division and tied for fourth in the Eastern Conference halfway through the season.

Ivan Demidov News / Breakaway on SI / January 7

Canadiens GM Pleased With Ivan Demidov's Early Success

Kent Hughes is extremely pleased with what he's seeing from Ivan Demidov. The Montreal Canadiens general manager spoke glowingly about the young Russian forward's performance during his first season in North America, highlighting how impressive his success has been given the circumstances.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 7

habs: Olympic courtesy, injury updates, and pizza will have to wait

Tonight, the Canadiens take on the Calgary Flames. So there was a practice this morning (during which we understood that Jacob Fowler would get the start and the rest of the lineup would be unchanged) and press briefings.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 7

Jacob Fowler will face the Flames (even though it was Jakub Dobes’ turn)

The Canadiens will play four games in six days at the Bell Centre, starting tonight when the Flames come to town. Along with the Canucks and Jets, the Flames are one of the NHL’s three worst teams in the overall standings.

Oliver Kapanen News / The Sick Podcast / January 7

Can Oliver Kapanen Actually Stay As A 2C Long-Term?

On Tuesday, during his mid-season press conference, Montreal Canadiens General Manager Kent Hughes was asked in French whether the Habs can proceed with Oliver Kapanen as their second-line centre for the long term.

Joshua Roy News / Dose.ca / January 7

No one is talking about Joshua Roy’s injury

With the Canadiens’ success and the just-concluded World Junior Championship, the Laval Rocket hasn’t been getting much love lately. So, how is our Rocket doing?

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 7

How the Canadiens’ Roster Changes Reshaped Their Special Teams

Special teams often tell a deeper story than five-on-five play, especially for a young team still learning how to win consistently in the NHL. This season, the Montreal Canadiens have experienced a complete reversal in that department.

Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / January 7

Just How Good Was Hage’s World Juniors Performance?

Montreal Canadiens prospect Michael Hage finished this year’s World Juniors as the tournament’s leading scorer with 2 goals and 13 assists for 15 points in 7 games.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 6

Canadiens surge back home, Flames look for road resurgence

The Montreal Canadiens hope to bring their winning ways home when they play host to the once-again struggling Calgary Flames on Wednesday. The Canadiens ended a run of seven consecutive road games with a 4-3 overtime victory over the Dallas Stars on Sunday.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 5

Canadiens Quick Hits: Hutson, Slafkovsky, Kapanen & Montembeault

The Montreal Canadiens left Dallas with a 4–3 overtime win Sunday night, and it was the kind of game coaches love to rewatch on a long flight. Second night of a back-to-back.

Michael Hage News / Yardbarker / January 4

Canadiens draft pick Michael Hage faces tempered expectations

The 2024 first-round pick (21st overall) is showing good progress in his second year in the NCAA at Michigan, with 10 goals and 28 points after 20 games.

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