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Canadiens Bet on Youth at the NHL Trade Deadline

The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline came and went, and general manager (GM) Kent Hughes ended up making no trades on that day. Of course, he wasn’t standing pat since

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3 Reasons the Canadiens Stayed Quiet at the Trade Deadline

For the second year in a row, the Montreal Canadiens reached the trade deadline and didn’t do very much. No big splash. No dramatic last-minute deal. No rental winger arriving to save the season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Lead / March 7

It’s Time for Juraj Slafkovský to Become Canadiens’ Next Star

In the 2022 entry draft, Juraj Slafkovský became the Montreal Canadiens’ first No.1 overall draft pick since 1980. In his first three seasons, he showed flashes of why he earned the right to be taken with the top-overall selection.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / March 7

Canadiens Quick Hits: Caufield, Suzuki & Annoying Patterns

Well, if you like quiet, tidy hockey games, this one wasn’t for you. The Montreal Canadiens and Anaheim Ducks spent Friday night at the Honda Center trading goals like a couple of kids swapping hockey cards.

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Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / March 7

It’s been (quite) difficult for Alexander Zharovsky in recent games.

Alexander Zharovsky is having a great season in the KHL. The young man has scored 14 goals and 38 points in 54 games since the start of the campaign, which is a solid haul for a player who has just turned 19.

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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

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / March 7

Jacob Fowler as #1 goalie in the playoffs: the idea is gaining traction

The last few days haven’t exactly been glorious for the Canadiens’ goalies. After seeing Jakub Dobes give up six goals to the Sharks on Tuesday night, Samuel Montembeault gave up five to the Ducks last night.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 7

Canadiens Unsurprisingly Stay Quiet at 2026 Trade Deadline

Two consecutive trade deadlines, two similar outcomes, but two vastly different contexts. For the second straight year, the Montreal Canadiens stayed quiet at the trade deadline, with captain Nick Suzuki infamously asking general manager Kent Hughes to stand pat in 2025.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / March 7

I’m tired of seeing Nick Suzuki in shootouts.

Last night, the Canadiens lost in a shootout to the Ducks. Just like Tuesday night against the Sharks, the team scored tons of goals… but gave up even more.

Thomas Vanek News / Dose.ca / March 7

Since Thomas Vanek, the Canadiens haven’t done anything big at the trade deadline.

Despite all the rumors involving the Montreal Canadiens, Kent Hughes did not make any moves yesterday on the National Hockey League trade deadline. So it was status quo for the Habs, a situation that disappointed many fans, especially seeing direct competitors such as the Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings improve.

Cole Caufield News / Dose.ca / March 7

18 goals in 22 games: Cole Caufield is the NHL’s leading scorer in 2026.

I know it’s hard to ignore the Montreal Canadiens’ final score last night and focus on the positives, but we have to do it. Even though the Habs lost in a shootout, and Samuel Montembeault once again let his team down, there are positives to take away from this game.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / March 7

Shots on goal: the Ducks exploited one of Montembeault’s weaknesses.

The Montreal Canadiens suffered a second consecutive heartbreaking loss on the Pacific Coast of the United States, as the Habs fell 6-5 in a shootout to the Anaheim Ducks last night.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 7

Hughes’s 'big catches' are Hage, Laine, and (possibly) Reinbacher.

So, as many expected, the CH did nothing at the trade deadline. Of course, with the additions of Dobson, Bolduc, and Danault, as well as the addition of a quality depth player like Texier, Hughes hasn’t exactly been inactive in recent months.

NHL News / Dose.ca / March 7

Another heartbreaking shootout loss for the CH

After a 12-goal game against the Sharks, the CH returned to action against the Ducks tonight. Here are the two lineups: Three goals were scored in the first minute.

Patrik Laine News / The Sick Podcast / March 6

How The Habs Should Handle Patrik Laine

The trade deadline has passed, and the Montreal Canadiens were unable to get rid of Patrik Laine’s contract. With that being said, the Habs will need to figure out how to handle things with the Finnish sniper once he is cleared to play full-time.

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Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / March 7

'The best thing Patrik Laine can do is stay calm.'

Patrik Laine has not left and, until proven otherwise, will remain in Montreal until the end of the season. So we haven’t heard the last of this story.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Canadiens Face Crucial Stretch as Eastern Conference Race Tightens

The Montreal Canadiens are entering the stretch of the season where playoff positioning is just as crucial as securing a spot. The Eastern Conference playoff picture is starting to come together.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / March 6

The NHL may have rejected a trade by the Canadiens.

Kent Hughes’ inaction today has everyone talking. And I can understand why fans are disappointed, because the CH is in a playoff position, but it is far from a guaranteed spot in the playoffs.