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Hutson Takes Heat for Canadiens Game 3 Loss, But It’s More Than That

Lane Hutson was quick to take the heat for a bad turnover in overtime on Monday night as the Montreal Canadiens lost to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 and are now down 2-1 in their Eastern Conference Final series.

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'We’re not done yet': Martin St-Louis expects a response from the Habs tomorrow

Last night's loss by the Canadiens was, in the eyes of many, a major blow to the team. For the second game in a row, the team had a chance to steal a win in a game where they were outplayed… but ultimately came up short.

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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 26

Canadiens most to blame after crushing Game 3 OT loss to Hurricanes

The Montreal Canadiens had a chance to take a 2-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference Final on home ice at Bell Centre. Instead, they let it slip away in overtime, falling 3-2 to the Carolina Hurricanes in a Game 3 collapse that will sting for a long time.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 26

The CH forwards have disappeared

Did you know that only one Canadiens forward has found the back of the net in the last two games? We're talking about Josh Anderson, who scored twice on Saturday night.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 26

By not taking shots, the Canadiens are shooting themselves in the foot

Wayne Gretzky once said that you miss 100% of the shots you don't take. Well, last night, he might have been better off heading down to the Canadiens' locker room (he was at the game) to remind the players of that important adage.

Nico Hischier News / Dose.ca / May 26

Nico Hischier: 'There’s no doubt the Canadiens will be interested'

Nico Hischier's name has been on everyone's lips in Montreal for the past few months. How so? Ever since the trade deadline, when Kent Hughes failed to acquire offensive reinforcements, people have been linking the forward to the Canadiens.

Mike Matheson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 26

Why Canadiens’ Mike Matheson is blocking ‘outside noise’ after Game 3 loss

The Montreal Canadiens fell on home ice in Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes. Mike Matheson scored a goal to aid in his team’s effort. However, they managed just 13 shots on goal against the Hurricanes.

Martin St. Louis News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 26

Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis shares eye-opening reaction to tough Hurricanes series

The Montreal Canadiens dominated Game 1 against the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals. They were certainly riding high, punching the top team in the East straight in the mouth from the outset.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / May 26

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson takes blame for Game 3 OT loss

Lane Hutson has certainly had better games in his NHL career. In fact, Monday night may have been his worst. The Montreal Canadiens defenseman found himself as a significant reason for his team’s 3-2 overtime loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 25

Canadiens put up putrid effort in overtime with 0 shots on goal

It was a back-and-forth affair between the Montreal Canadiens and the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final in front of a rocking sellout crowd at Bell Centre that was ultimately sent home disappointed.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 26

Hurricanes remain perfect in OT with Game 3 win over Canadiens

There's no time like overtime for the Carolina Hurricanes.

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NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / May 26

Did Mitch Marner just take a shot at William Nylander and the Maple Leafs?

Mitch Marner has certainly enjoyed his first postseason as a Vegas Golden Knight, and Sunday night’s Game 3 comeback win to take a 3-0 stranglehold on their third-round series against the Colorado Avalanche was just a continuation of that.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / May 26

Zachary Bolduc: Here’s what a long-term contract might look like

The Zachary Bolduc situation could get really interesting this summer. That's because, according to projections from AFP Analytics, the Canadiens could offer their young forward a major contract.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / May 25

Lane Hutson is the player who has been hit the most in the playoffs

Playoff hockey is often about sacrifice, especially during the playoffs. In Lane Hutson's case, that sacrifice is really starting to show. Before Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Habs and the Canes, the young defenseman learned a pretty crazy statistic… live on TV.

Kaiden Guhle News / Dose.ca / May 25

By the numbers: Kaiden Guhle ranks among the top defensemen in the NHL during the 2026 playoffs

Kaiden Guhle, much to his chagrin, often makes headlines for his injuries. The defenseman frequently misses games due to health issues, which isn't ideal.

Chris Chelios News / Dose.ca / May 25

Torch: Here’s who will carry it tonight (and it won’t be Chris Chelios)

Tonight, the Canadiens will play a conference final game in a sold-out Bell Centre for the first time since 2014. The atmosphere is expected to be electric… and the moment is sure to be special.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 25

Can the Canadiens still hang with Hurricanes?

After a dominant performance in Game 1, it looked like the Montreal Canadiens had figured out the Carolina Hurricanes and may be the team to finally dismantle them.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / May 25

Canadiens’ Oliver Kapanen scratched for Game 3; Joe Veleno in

The Montreal Canadiens are making a change to their lineup ahead of Monday’s pivotal Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes.

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The 'Last 50-goal NHL season by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score 50 goals in a season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?Note: No Columbus Blue Jacket, Minnesota Wild, Nashville Predator, New Jersey Devil, Seattle Kraken, Utah Mammoth player has reached the 50-goal milestone.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / May 24

Montreal Canadiens Quick Hits: Danault, Anderson & Dobes

Not the prettiest night for the Montreal Canadiens, but they never folded — even when Carolina turned up the pressure. Everything the Canes threw at them seemed to hit bodies, sticks, or a goalie who bailed them out until OT.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 24

Canadiens in solid position entering Game 3 vs. Hurricanes

With home-ice advantage now in their back pocket, the Montreal Canadiens are excited about a return home for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference final against the visiting Carolina Hurricanes on Monday evening.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / May 24

Why the Canadiens’ Love for Their Fans Hurts Their Game

Home ice should be an advantage, but sometimes it feels like a pressure cooker — and that’s exactly what Martin St. Louis was getting at when he talked about the Montreal Canadiens trying too hard for their fans.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 24

Canadiens Officially Hit Contender Status Despite Game 2 Loss

Just like the Montreal Canadiens did Game 1, the Carolina Hurricanes undeniably deserved Game 2, winning 3-2 in overtime. They outplayed the Habs in every

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 23

Hurricanes' OT win evens series, snaps long drought for franchise

Facing pressure to avoid falling into an 0-2 series hole, the Carolina Hurricanes evened the NHL's Eastern Conference Final with a 3-2 overtime win over the Montreal Canadiens.

Nikolaj Ehlers' 2nd goal in OT helps Canes even series with Canadiens

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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 23

Winners, losers from Saturday's NHL playoffs: Hurricanes get even with OT win

The NHL's Eastern Conference Finals continued on Saturday night with the Carolina Hurricanes picking up a 3-2 overtime win against the Montreal Canadiens.

Hurricanes' OT win evens series, snaps long drought for franchise

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