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Canadiens Fans Should Be Okay With a Quiet Free Agency

NHL free agency always creates plenty of excitement around the league. Every year, teams hand out massive contracts in hopes of finding the missing piece to contend for a Stanley Cup.

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The window for trading Samuel Montembeault is closing

It was recently reported that if the Canadiens wanted to trade Samuel Montembeault during the offseason, they would be better off doing so before July 1.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 2

The Canadiens aren’t as good as they were in the playoffs

The Canadiens still haven’t added a key player to their roster. While most of the league has done so—whether yesterday or during the week leading up to the draft, when trades were happening left and right—Kent Hughes has remained inactive.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / July 1

Michael Hage reiterates: He wants to play for the Canadiens

Michael Hage disappointed many people by confirming that he will return to Michigan next season. He wants to play with his brother and have one last chance to win a college championship.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

No action on July 1: The CH is in a league of its own

The Canadiens didn't have a particularly busy day on the free-agent market today. The club signed Ivan Demidov to a long-term deal (at a good price)… but other than that, they haven't been very active.

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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.

Samuel Poulin News / Dose.ca / July 1

Samuel Poulin Signs a Contract with the Canadiens

The Canadiens have signed two players. But let's not get carried away: these two signings aren't going to change everything in Montreal. Far from it, in fact… In a press release, the Habs announced that they had agreed to the terms of two-way, one-season contracts with forward Samuel Poulin and defenseman Ethan Samson.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / July 1

Jacob Fowler: Two Clues About What Awaits Him in 2026–27

In the last few minutes, Kent Hughes and Ivan Demidov spoke to the media. They provided an update on the Russian player's new contract… and the GM also discussed the state of his team.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Kaapo Kahkönen Signs a New Contract with the Canadiens

The Canadiens have reached an agreement with another player in the last few minutes. After signing Ivan Demidov to a long-term deal and recalling Alex Belzile, the club has signed Kaapo Kahkonen.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Alex Belzile, Kaapo Kahkonen re-sign with Canadiens on one-year contracts

Forward Alex Belzile and goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen have signed one-year contracts to remain with the Montreal Canadiens organization. The deal is two-way, with an NHL cap hit of $850,000.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / July 1

Michael Hage confirms it: he will be returning to the NCAA for a third year

Last week, Jeff Gorton spoke with the media ahead of the draft. And, as mentioned, he indicated that there was a possibility Hage might make the jump to the National Hockey League for the upcoming season.

Alex Belzile News / Dose.ca / July 1

Alex Belzile Signs with the Canadiens

Here we go. The Canadiens have signed Alex Belzile. Reports indicate a two-part contract worth $850,000 for the player who played in Laval last season.

Ivan Demidov News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Canadiens Extend Rookie Standout Demidov for 8 Years

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes may not have been expected to be busy on July 1, at least with potentially signing unrestricted free agents.

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John Carlson News / Dose.ca / July 1

John Carlson in Montreal: Eric Engels Opens the Door

On Saturday, during the second day of the NHL Draft, the Ducks traded John Carlson's rights to Carolina. The Hurricanes gave up a prospect (Kyle Masters) and a sixth-round pick to acquire the defenseman's rights, with the goal of persuading him to sign a new contract in Carolina.

Joe Veleno News / Dose.ca / July 1

Joe Veleno Signs a Contract with the Rangers

On Monday night, Joe Veleno did not receive a qualifying offer from the Canadiens. This made him an unrestricted free agent. There was a good chance he would end up returning, but he was going to test the market anyway.

Ivan Demidov News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Canadiens sign Ivan Demidov to eight-year contract extension

The Montreal Canadiens have reportedly agreed to terms on an eight-year contract extension with forward Ivan Demidov. Demidov’s agent, Dan Milstein, was the first to share the news of the signing on Wednesday morning.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Kent Hughes is set to add one or two goalies

Several players will become free agents at noon today. The pond won't be teeming with big fish, since most of them have already been snapped up over the past few days, but there will still be a few good catches for GMs looking to fill “less critical” needs.