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Martin St-Louis responded (rather) curtly to a question from Arpon Basu

Last night at the Bell Centre, the Canadiens played like crap against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The result? As a result, Martin St-Louis wasn’t the happiest guy on earth at this morning’s practice.

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Jacob Fowler: Brendan Gallagher recalls Carey Price’s outstanding performance

At the moment, it feels like the Canadiens organization has a mandate for those who have been asked to speak publicly to the media: to take the pressure off Jacob Fowler’s shoulders.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 10

Kahkonen Would Provide the Shakup the Canadiens Need

The Montreal Canadiens are flirting with a top-three position in the Atlantic Division. This is a big jump from their position at the same time last season. Yet, they have struggled recently.

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / December 10

The Canadiens’ goaltending issues continue to plague them

The Montreal Canadiens recalled goaltender Jacob Fowler from their AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket, less than an hour after their 6-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning Tuesday night.

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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.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Dose.ca / December 10

Juraj Slafkovsky lost his spot on the first line

At practice this morning, Martin St-Louis stirred his fruit salad among the forwards. And he led an intense practice. Juraj Slafkovsky lost his place on the first line to Zachary Bolduc.

Jake Evans News / Dose.ca / December 10

Injury: Jake Evans will see a doctor in Philadelphia, according to Luc Gélinas

At practice this morning, we were obviously keeping an eye on Jacob Fowler. The goalie is the story of the hour in Montreal on the heels of his recall.

Phillip Danault News / The Hockey Writers / December 10

Canadiens Should Consider a Trade for Phillip Danault

The idea of a Phillip Danault return to the Montreal Canadiens has quietly made its way into the rumour mill, and while nothing is imminent, there is enough smoke to justify a closer look.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / December 10

Jacob Fowler is not going to solve all of the Canadiens’ problems

When you look at the Eastern standings, one thing is clear: the Canadiens are lucky to play in a division that isn’t the strongest in the NHL. Otherwise, the club wouldn’t be in the famous mix.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 10

Canadiens promote Jacob Fowler, Owen Beck, Adam Engstrom

The Canadiens have recalled goaltender Jacob Fowler, center Owen Beck, and defenseman Adam Engstrom from AHL Laval, according to a team announcement late last night.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 10

Canadiens Keep Missing Opportunities to Climb up the Standings

The Tampa Bay Lightning, losers of four straight heading into Tuesday night’s tilt against the Montreal Canadiens, were admittedly always going to come out like just-wakened sleeping giants.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 10

Fifth blowout in a month at the Bell Centre: the Habs are lost in Martin St-Louis’ system

Last night, the Canadiens ate a cursed one. The club lost 6-1 to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The problem wasn’t just the loss. The problem is that, once again, the guys didn’t play well.

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Jacob Fowler News / Daily Faceoff / December 9

Canadiens recall Jacob Fowler from AHL’s Laval Rocket

The Montreal Canadiens wasted no time making a change following their 6-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning Tuesday night. Less than an hour after the final whistle, the team announced they recalled goaltender Jacob Fowler from their AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / December 9

The Canadiens are organizing a mentor trip for their players this year

The Montreal Canadiens have decided to do things a little differently this year: offer their players a mentors’ trip. At least, that’s what La Presse wrote about Zachary Bolduc, who decided to invite one of his former coaches by the name of Sébastien Lemay.

David Reinbacher News / The Sick Podcast / December 9

Reinbacher Gaining Momentum In The AHL

Montreal Canadiens top prospect David Reinbacher has continued to pick up his play in the last few weeks with the Laval Rocket, as he is emerging as one of the top 2-way defensemen in the AHL as of late.

Jared Davidson News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

Jared Davidson’s Journey to the Canadiens NHL Roster

Montreal Canadiens‘ centre Jared Davidson’s early numbers don’t scream “future NHL player.” Yet, he was recently called up to the big club. The question is, can he stay in the lineup?

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Analyzing the Montreal Canadiens Lack of Depth

The injury bug has once again struck the Montreal Canadiens this season. Currently, forwards Alex Newhook, Kirby Dach, Patrik Laine, as well as defenceman Kaiden Guhle, are out long-term with injury.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 9

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Alexandre Texier News / The Sick Podcast / December 9

Why Alexandre Texier Is An Underrated Signing

Forward Alexandre Texier was signed by the Montreal Canadiens solely as depth to replace injured players in the Habs lineup, but he may have carved himself a role as a solid bottom-six forward in the process.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

Montreal Canadiens’ Top 10 Prospects for December 2025

As the Montreal Canadiens navigate another season defined by development and long-term planning, their prospect pool remains one of the organization’s greatest strengths.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 8

3 Takeaways from the Blues’ 4–3 Win Over the Canadiens

You could feel it early at Bell Centre that Montreal had something going. Even though the final reads 4–3 for the St. Louis Blues, it really felt like a night where the Canadiens had them wobbling.

Kaapo Kahkonen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7

Canadiens recall goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen

The Montreal Canadiens have recalled goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen from the AHL. He will back up Jakub Dobes with Sam Montembeault under the weather, per hockey insider Frank Seravalli.

Oliver Kapanen News / Daily Faceoff / December 5

Why Canadiens’ Oliver Kapanen’s rookie season deserves more love

The Montreal Canadiens have had plenty of quality young players come up through their system over the last few years, and this year is no different. But while Ivan Demidov and Jakub Dobes have all the attention, Oliver Kapanen is putting together a decent rookie season himself.

Cole Caufield News / Daily Faceoff / December 5