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The Canadiens Big Offseason Question: To Trade Oliver Kapanen?

Is Oliver Kapanen headed out of Montreal this offseason? The short answer is maybe. And there are decent arguments for both keeping him and moving him.

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Remembering Toe Blake's Unique Place in Canadiens History

When people talk about the great figures in Montreal Canadiens history, the same names usually come up first — Maurice Richard, Jean Béliveau, Guy Lafleur.

Jakub Dobes News / Trade Talk Sports / June 3

Could the Montreal Canadiens sell high on Jakub Dobes?

Jakub Dobes was the backbone and arguably the MVP of the Montreal Canadiens’ run to the Eastern Conference Final. Despite his team not having its best game on many nights, Dobes almost always stood tall and gave them a chance to win, and his fiery, emotional play made him a fan favorite throughout.

Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / June 3

Martin St-Louis’s son will attend the Sherbrooke Phoenix camp

Last year, the Sherbrooke Phoenix of the QMJHL took a chance on drafting Mason St-Louis. If the name rings a bell, it's because his father is the head coach of the Canadiens.

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to rack up at least 20 points in a single Stanley Cup Playoff run can you name in six minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / June 2

Should the Canadiens Sell High on MVP Goalie To Get Their Top Choice Center?

There’s a saying that goes, to get, you have to give. In the NHL, that often comes in the form of moving a star player a team might not want to move to get a player in a position of real need.

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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.

Kirby Dach News / The Sick Podcast / June 2

Should the Habs Qualify Kirby Dach?

Now that the Montreal Canadiens’ season is over, there are plenty of storylines to cover as the off-season has started. One of those storylines happens to be what the Habs should do with restricted free agent Kirby Dach, as it is a very debatable topic on whether or not they should give him his qualifying offer for the next season.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / June 3

Alexander Zharovsky: Here’s the plan for his stay in Montreal this summer

Yesterday, during the Canadiens' end-of-season review, Ivan Demidov revealed some very interesting news. The young Russian told the media that Alexander Zharovsky will be coming to Montreal to train with him this summer.

Alex Newhook News / NHL Trade Talk / June 2

Alex Newhook Became One of Montreal’s Most Important Players

The old takes on Alex Newhook are officially dead. For a while, people loved to write him off. He wasn’t seen as a true second-line centre. He wasn’t a clutch player, and he couldn’t drive a line.

David Reinbacher News / Professor Press Box / June 2

What Canadiens Fans Need to Know About David Reinbacher

What should Montreal Canadiens fans actually know about David Reinbacher — and why is he such a big deal for what comes next? In a recent post in The Hockey Writers, William Simoneau shared insights about this young Montreal Canadiens blueliner.

Ivan Demidov News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

Predicting Ivan Demidov’s Next Contract With the Canadiens

Today’s NHL is governed by an unyielding economic reality: the most critical stretch of a franchise’s championship window relies on maximizing the value of its elite talent following their entry-level contracts (ELC), and for Montreal Canadiens General Manager (GM) Kent Hughes, the clock is now ticking.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 2

The Habs 2025-26 Season MVP

Now that the Montreal Canadiens’ season is officially over, there is no better time than now to discuss who is the MVP of the team’s season. While, during

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / June 2

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Have Begun Offseason Plans

The Montreal Canadiens met with the media on Monday following their Friday night loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

Canadiens Must Add a Top-4 Defenceman This Summer

The Montreal Canadiens came a long way in 2025–26. They won the Atlantic Division, advanced to the Eastern Conference Final, and proved their young core is ready to compete.

Martin St. Louis News / NHL Trade Talk / June 3

Insider says it 'killed' Martin St. Louis to make tough decision in Montreal

The fact that Martin St. Louis essentially ended Brendan Gallagher‘s career in Montreal isn’t sitting well with some fans and it likely hasn’t sat well with St.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 2

Two questions following the emptying of lockers

Yesterday, the Canadiens held their end-of-season press conferences. And in fact, there was quite a bit of activity that day, with some significant statements made.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 2

NHL Rumors: Sabres have goaltending questions and different directions they could take

Ryan S. Clarke and Kristen Shilton of ESPN: Looking at the keys to the offseason for the Montreal Canadiens after their Conference Finals loss to the Carolina Hurricanes.

Patrik Laine News / NHL Trade Talk / June 2

5 Teams: Laine’s 'Injury' Opens Door to Unique, Low-Risk UFA Deal

When healthy and engaged, Patrik Laine remains one of the NHL’s most dangerous goal scorers. Yet after another injury-plagued season with the Montreal Canadiens, his value entering free agency is difficult to gauge.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

Montreal Canadiens 2026 Playoffs Player Report Card: Forwards

The Montreal Canadiens’ playoff run featured plenty of memorable moments, surprising performances, and a few disappointments. While the team received excellent goaltending and strong contributions from its defence corps, the forward group played a major role in helping Montreal advance further than many expected.

Brendan Gallagher News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

Oilers Should Target Brendan Gallagher if Canadiens Buy Him Out

The Montreal Canadiens were eliminated from the postseason following a loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final, and while their

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

5 Non-Free Agent Canadiens Least Likely to Return for 2026-27

At the team’s end-of-season media availability, current-Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine confirmed what everyone with brain waves strongly suspected:

Robert Thomas News / Dose.ca / June 2

Robert Thomas’s name is (once again) linked to the Canadiens

During the 2025–26 season, there was a rather glaring issue with the Canadiens. I'm talking about the second-line center position… which was filled by Oliver Kapanen for a (very) good portion of the season.

Ivan Demidov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 1

Canadiens, Ivan Demidov Have Mutual Interest In Long-Term Extension

Thanks to some shrewd extensions signed by the front office, the Montreal Canadiens arguably have the healthiest-looking long-term salary cap outlook. They’re expected to use some of that long-term space this summer in the form of a contract extension for Ivan Demidov.

Brendan Gallagher News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 1