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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.

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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.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

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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

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / March 24

Michael Hage could be in the lineup for the Canadiens as early as next week

Michael Hage is one of seven Canadiens prospects competing in the NCAA tournament—and, essentially, the playoffs. Logan Sawyer, Quentin Miller, Sam Harris, Emmett Croteau, Alexis Cournoyer, and Jack Smith are the other six… but they aren't getting as much attention as Hage.

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 / The Sick Podcast / March 23

Habs Receiving Love In Late Season Award Races

On Monday morning, Dom Luszczyszyn from The Athletic released an article on the NHL Awards Race using the data from multiple different hockey stat cards across the analytics community.

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.

Kaiden Guhle News / The Sick Podcast / March 23

Is Kaiden Guhle Turning His Game Around for The Better?

When I was briefly on the Sick Podcast post-game show on Saturday night, I discussed how I had started to see defenseman Kaiden Guhle regain his physicality over the past three games, making him a much more effective player for the Montreal Canadiens.

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / March 23

Jakub Dobes has been trying to keep a low profile since the series against Washington

Last year, Montreal Canadiens fans quickly realized that Jakub Dobes loved to taunt his opponents. The main goal is obviously to unsettle them, but it goes beyond that.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 23

This is the most important week of the Canadiens’ season

All right. Here we go. We're officially entering the home stretch of the Montreal Canadiens' season. There are only 13 games left to play before the end of the regular season for Martin St-Louis's team, and every game will be crucial for what comes next.

Cole Caufield News / Dose.ca / March 23

Cole Caufield is almost as good defensively as he is offensively

Cole Caufield is currently second in the NHL in goals scored (and he could lose the Maurice Richard Trophy due to empty-net goals). He's scored 43 goals since the start of the season… and only Nathan MacKinnon is ahead of him in that category, with 45 goals to his credit.

Montreal Canadiens 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.

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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.

NHL News / Dose.ca / March 23

Patrick Roy smiled at Zachary Bolduc after disputing his goal

On Saturday night, Zachary Bolduc scored. But his goal was disallowed after a challenge by Patrick Roy. The score was 8-3 with Bolduc's goal, and all of this happened late in the game, when the Islanders had already effectively lost.

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.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / March 22

Why Cole Caufield Will Win The Rocket Richard

After scoring a hat-trick on Saturday night, Montreal Canadiens sniper Cole Caufield now has 43 goals and sits just 2 goals behind Nathan MacKinnon for the league lead.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / March 22

Canadiens Superstar Closing In On Goal Scoring Title

The Montreal Canadiens are in the middle of a heated race for a postseason spot. The Atlantic Division has five teams currently in playoff positions, and teams like the Habs are fighting for the chance to have a home-ice advantage.

Cole Caufield News / Ball Exclusives / March 22

Watch: Caufield’s career night propels Habs over Islanders

Cole Caufield had three goals and two assists in a Canadiens’ 7-3 win over the Islanders. It’s Caufield’s first career five-point game. It was also the third time this season the Canadiens have scored at least seven goals in a game.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 21

Montreal Canadiens Scapegoat Search for 2025-26 Season

This one loss hurt. Leading 1-0 heading into the third period against the Atlantic Division-rival Detroit Red Wings last Thursday, the Montreal Canadiens

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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