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Michael Hage could (really) see himself playing with Ivan Demidov

The Canadiens are still looking for a second center to play alongside Ivan Demidov. Although the Russian is having a good rookie season with 17 points in 21 games, it seems he could score even more with the right player to pivot his line.

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Goalkeepers: the Habs look in-house to solve their problems

The subject of goaltending has been a hot topic in Montreal over the past few weeks. The club is struggling in front of the net, which means they’re missing out on a lot of games despite a fairly potent offense.

Adam Engstrom News / The Sick Podcast / November 24

How Adam Engstrom Should Be Used With The Habs This Week

Montreal Canadiens defensive prospect Adam Engstrom will likely get his first taste of NHL action this week, while the team is on the road in the Midwest.

Mike Matheson News / Dose.ca / November 24

'I’m convinced that Mike Matheson will get $9 million a year'

On July 1, Mike Matheson will become an uncompensated free agent. The defenseman, who will be 32 at the time, will have one last chance to sign a big NHL contract.

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Joshua Roy News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 24

Canadiens reassign Joshua Roy to AHL Laval

The Montreal Canadiens announced they’ve reassigned forward Joshua Roy to AHL Laval. With no IR activations expected soon, the Habs are set to operate with an open roster spot for the foreseeable future.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / November 24

'The Canadiens have a pile of good young talent and Kent Hughes is willing to pay.'

There’s one quote I can’t get out of my head about the Canadiens. What quote? I’m talking about the time Kent Hughes said that to improve his club, he would consider overpaying in order to achieve his goal of improving the Montreal Canadiens.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 24

Do The Canadiens Now Have 2 Legit Scoring Lines?

The Montreal Canadiens decided to scramble up their lines for last Monday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, which resulted in Juraj Slafkovsky being separated from his long-time linemates, Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 24

Alexandre Texier and Adam Engstrom extra: Martin St-Louis refuses to talk about their use

Let’s talk about practice. As we mentioned this morning, there were no fewer than 14 forwards at practice. The uncertainty surrounding Alexandre Texier (who has just arrived) and Jared Davidson (who is not 100%) means that Joshua Roy is still there.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 24

Alexandre Texier’s arrival doesn’t solve the Habs’ problem at the center

Nick Suzuki, Oliver Kapanen, Jake Evans and Joe Veleno are the Canadiens’ four current center players. And we agree: they’re not necessarily exceptional on paper.

David Reinbacher News / Dose.ca / November 24

Reinbacher: the Habs needed a right-hander, but recalled Engström before him anyway

The Canadiens needed to recall a defenseman before heading out West. With Kaiden Guhle injured, there were only six healthy defensemen up top (Hutson, Matheson, Dobson, Carrier, Xhekaj and Struble) and they needed another guy with the team for the trip.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 24

Canadiens Have Options to Improve Goaltending

The Montreal Canadiens started hot this season and were, at one point, among the best teams in the league. Offensively, they were great, but goaltending was an issue, at least with their starter, Sam Montembeault.

Alexandre Texier News / Breakaway on SI / November 24

Alex Texier Signs with Montreal Canadiens

Alexandre Texier was recently put on waivers and had his contract terminated by the St. Louis Blues, as he was not doing much to help his team out. In two seasons with the Blues, including this season, Texier got into 39 games, scoring six goals and adding six assists.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 23

Canadiens recall top prospect Adam Engstrom

The Montreal Canadiens will reward a top prospect for a five-point night in the AHL.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / November 23

The Habs Signed Alexandre Texier And Called Up Defenseman Adam Engstrom

The Montreal Canadiens have officially signed forward Alexandre Texier to a one-year $1 million contract. This deal comes after there had reportedly been a lot of mutual interest between the Habs and the forward over the past week.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 23

Florian Xhekaj takes inspiration from Tom Wilson: he’ll need it with Alexandre Texier around

When Florian Xhekaj says he wants to model his style on Tom Wilson’s, it’s not a phrase thrown around lightly. It’s a direction, almost a personal and professional commitment.

Adam Engstrom News / Dose.ca / November 23

Adam Engstrom recalled by the Canadiens

Big day in town. While the Canadiens announced the signing of Alexandre Texier on a one-year contract, another major piece of news was announced by the Habs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / November 23

The Source of the Latest Rumours Signs as a Free Agent with Montreal Canadiens

Today’s news had been expected based on the NHL rumour mill, but nonetheless it only now happened. The Montreal Canadiens announce that Alexandre Texier signs with the club.

Alexandre Texier News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 23

Canadiens sign forward Alexandre Texier

After his contract was terminated by St. Louis earlier on Sunday, Alexandre Texier has moved quickly, as per NHL agent Dan Milstein, he is headed to Montreal on a one-year deal. Per the team, the contract is worth $1M, and runs to the end of the 2025-26 season.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / November 23

Alexandre Texier likely to sign with Canadiens

Alexandre Texier is soon to be an unrestricted free agent, and while it appears as many as nine teams have reached out and expressed an interest in signing him, it seems he’s made his choice on where he’ll play next.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 22

Canadiens Beat Leafs 5-2 in Battle of Struggling Teams

There is at least a sense the fortunes of the Montreal Canadiens are changing for the better, not just after they beat the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 on Saturday night, but because of how they won.

Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / November 22

Montreal defensemen dominate as Habs top reeling Leafs

The Montreal defense stole the show on Saturday night, as Canadiens defensemen scored three times to lead the club to a 5-2 win over the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs.

Elliotte Friedman News / The Hockey Writers / November 22

Elliotte Friedman Sees the Canadiens Ready to Make a Move

There’s an old saying that Elliotte Friedman’s grandmother used to roll out whenever life veered sideways: “You can plan all you want—God just laughs.” If you’re a Montreal Canadiens fan right now, watching this early-season slide and a goaltending carousel that looks more like a guessing game, that line probably feels a little too true.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

Montreal Canadiens Options in Net, Right Now

The Montreal Canadiens are currently in freefall. After a hot start to their year that saw them in second place overall, the Canadiens are now outside the playoff picture.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 21