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Mike Matheson is Hoping To Stay

During Monday’s Montreal Canadiens golf tournament, defenseman Mike Matheson made it very clear that he wants to stay with the Habs long-term. It’s great to hear that a hometown guy wants to stick around, but is there really any spot for him long-term?

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Kirby Dach to start camp as second center

The cat’s out of the bag: Martin St-Louis said on Monday that he already knew who his second center would be to start the season. But this morning, he did: Kirby Dach.

Montreal Canadiens News / Sporting News / September 17

Blockbuster trade pitch solves Montreal Canadiens second-line center woes

Dave Benson of Heavy Sports is proposing that the Montreal Canadiens take a swing to acquire a star center from the New York Islanders.

Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / September 17

Brendan Gallagher: teams interested in snapping him up

Let’s talk about Brendan Gallagher. This morning, on BPM Sports, Renaud Lavoie talked about the forward and his importance to the Montreal Canadiens as a veteran of the club.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 17

Canadiens Defenseman Responds To Father's Olympic Comments

Montreal Canadiens star defenseman Lane Hutson was left off the United States Olympic Orientation roster. Though he took it on the chin, his Dad's comments took it to a different level.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

NHL News / Dose.ca / September 17

Kirill Kaprizov: the Wild would ask the Canadiens for Ivan Demidov in a possible trade

The Minnesota Wild are currently in a, shall we say, delicate situation. Kirill Kaprizov, the city’s star player, has turned down an eight-year, $128-million

Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / September 16

Arber Xhekaj has put his car up for sale on Facebook

On the ice, Arber Xhekaj is a guy who likes to hit and upset opponents, and is known as a mean player who can also fight when the occasion arises. But… off the ice, we’re also talking about a guy who loves cars: in 2024, he gave his father a gift – with Florian’s help – by buying him his dream tank.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 16

Montreal Canadiens Announce 60 Players to Attend Training Camp

On Tuesday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that there will be 60 players who will attend Training Camp, which starts on Wednesday with medical and physical testing.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 16

60 players invited to the Canadiens camp

Montreal is starting to smell like hockey again. The Canadiens presented their annual golf tournament yesterday, the rookie camp ended today… and tomorrow the team’s practice camp officially begins.

Ivan Demidov News / The Sick Podcast / September 16

Everybody Loves Ivan Demidov

The Montreal Canadiens held their annual team golf tournament to kick-start the NHL season. One of the most talked about topics between the players and the media was about Ivan Demidov’s performance at Saturday night’s Rookie Showcase against the Winnipeg Jets prospects.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / September 16

Lane Hutson: not signed because of the Panthers?

The Panthers may have changed many a team’s mind by winning back-to-back Stanley Cups, but they did so in a very specific way: by having a big defense with mobile defensemen who can also hit.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 16

Canadiens Center Receives Encouraging Injury Update

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2025-2026 season with rising expectations. After making the postseason last year, the Habs are running it back with basically the same team, just a year older and more experienced.

Lane Hutson News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Canadiens' Lane Hutson Responds to Dad’s Comments On Possible USA-Canada Switch

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson made clear where his international hockey allegiance stands after his father publicly questioned Team USA’s Olympic snub.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 16

What Are Realistic Expectations For Reinbacher

On Monday, the first-ever episode of The Sick Podcast – Trust the Process, featuring Sick Media’s new hockey scout Simon “The Snake” Boisvert and producer Shayne Guimond, was released.

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The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / September 16

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens – Matheson, Gorton, Hughes, and a Top-Six

La Poche Bleue Podcast with Maxim Lapierre and Pascal Leclaire: “I would like to stay here as long as possible. I’m letting my agent handle it.” – Mike Matheson As NHLRumors.com reported in the summer via TSN Radio in Montreal, all options are on the table when it comes to Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15

Canadiens Set to Sign Critical Contract Extensions, Looking for Trade

The Montreal Canadiens are working to get two key contracts signed, but they aren’t for players who will make an on-ice impact. According to multiple sources,

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Canadiens discussing extension for key front-office members

The Montreal Canadiens are working on contract extensions for general manager Kent Hughes and executive vice president Jeff Gorton.

Seven NHL sophomores poised to break out in 2025-26

Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition

The '30-goal scorers in the 2024-25 NHL season' quiz

Kirby Dach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Canadiens Expect Kirby Dach To Be Ready For Start Of Season

The Canadiens are banking on having center Kirby Dach available for their opening night lineup after he underwent surgery on his right knee in February, EVP of hockey operations Jeff Gorton told Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Filip Eriksson News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Canadiens Prospect Filip Eriksson Shines in the SHL

The Montreal Canadiens’ prospect pool has been one of the most closely watched in the NHL in recent years, with names like Lane Hutson, Ivan Demidov, and David Reinbacher drawing the bulk of attention.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

3 Canadiens’ Prospects to Watch in Russia

The Montreal Canadiens have been hitting home runs with quite a few draft picks lately. Not only is Lane Hutson the reigning Calder Trophy winner, but they could have another star rookie in Ivan Demidov this season.

David Reinbacher News / Breakaway on SI / September 13

Patience is Key With Canadiens Top Defensive Prospect

While Montreal Canadiens 2023 fifth overall selection David Reinbacher has the pedigree of being a top-five pick, rushing him to play in the NHL might not be so wise.

Pavel Zacha News / Yardbarker / September 11

Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins have been in conversations for a possible trade of Pavel Zacha, something that could solve one of Montreal's biggest issues.

Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade

Bruins to start 2025-26 season without captain

The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history

The '30-goal scorers in the 2024-25 NHL season' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / September 11

Montreal Canadiens Training Camp Storylines to Watch

The 2025 edition of the Montreal Canadiens training camp is less than two weeks away. The Canadiens rookie showcase is already underway as we ramp up into the preseason.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 11

Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade

Penguins star Sidney Crosby and his agent did not rule out a potential trade when questioned about the interest of the Montreal Canadiens. The franchise icon opting for a change of scenery would put the Penguins in a difficult position.

Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens

More details emerge on Kirill Kaprizov's rejection of Wild's offer

Maple Leafs HC paints ominous picture for star winger despite new deal

Maple Leafs' pursuit of Jack Roslovic puts one player on chopping block

Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons