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Practice: Jake Evans to play tonight with Florian Xhekaj

The Canadiens de Montréal held practice this morning at the Bell Centre in preparation for tonight’s showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The practice was even more closely watched this time around, as we wanted to see if Jake Evans, who missed the last game due to a Tom Wilson check, would be present.

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Atlantic Division: Habs within three points of first and last place

We all knew that at some point in the season, the Montreal Canadiens would experience a more difficult sequence, and that this near-perfect start to the season would not last throughout.

Alexandre Carrier News / Dose.ca / November 22

'The problem is not the defensive system': Alexandre Carrier sends a message

The Montreal Canadiens are going through a truly horrific sequence at the moment, on every level, after starting the season off superbly. What stands out the most from the Habs’ current woes is the fact that the team is giving up so many goals game after game.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 22

Canadiens Reach 2025-26 Quarter Mark on Injury-Fuelled Low Note

It’s only the quarter mark of the Montreal Canadiens’ 2025-26 season, but it might make sense to split the campaign up into eighths instead. After all, there are two distinct halves, give or take, to these first 20 games.

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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.

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.

David Reinbacher News / Dose.ca / November 22

David Reinbacher scores in front of several NHL scouts

Tonight, the Rocket were in action on the road against their division rivals, the Belleville Senators Without the services of Jared Davidson, Joshua Roy and Florian Xhekaj, who was recalled today by the Canadiens, Laval had to start the game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 21

'If Arber Xhekaj doesn’t hit his opponent, he’s useless'

Things haven’t been going well for the Habs of late, and the club, which got clobbered last night by the Capitals, is trying to shake things up a bit by recalling Florian Xhekaj, who could well play his first game with the Habs tomorrow night.

Georges Laraque News / Dose.ca / November 21

Georges Laraque once turned down a McDonald’s franchise when he played for the Habs

Recently, we saw the new collaboration between McDonald’s and Samuel Montembeault. The Montreal Canadiens’ goalie brought out his poutine with chicken, bacon and ranch sauce (and not wrench, as Mike at Rona might think).

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 21

A defenseman to keep in mind for the Canadiens

Since the injury to Kaiden Guhle, the Montreal Canadiens have been struggling defensively. Since we know that Guhle won’t be back until mid-December (if not the end of December), the Habs can’t keep getting manhandled like this.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 21

Is It Time To Start Panicking About The Goaltenders?

The Montreal Canadiens have lost their last 5 games and things aren’t looking great for the roster as a whole after such a great month of October to start the season.

Elliotte Friedman News / Dose.ca / November 21

Goaltenders : Elliotte Friedman suggests two names for the Canadiens

The Canadiens have a number of problems on their hands at the moment. The most talked-about is the performance of the goaltenders in front of the net. Samuel Montembeault and Jakub Dobes aren’t (really) getting the job done, and that’s starting to become a recurring problem too.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 21

Canadiens recall Florian Xhekaj, reassign Joshua Roy

The Montreal Canadiens have recalled one of the toughest-nosed players, having yet to play in the NHL.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 21

Tony Marinaro called a police station to ask for a sheriff for the Canadiens

The Capitals did it again last night against the Canadiens. In fact… Tom Wilson got his way again last night on the ice against the Canadiens. That’s how it was in the playoffs at the end of last season… and that’s how it was again last night.

Brad Lambert News / Dose.ca / November 21

Brad Lambert wouldn’t fit in with the Canadiens’ team culture

Yesterday afternoon, we learned that Brad Lambert was likely to be traded. The young player is unhappy with his use in Winnipeg, and the Jets have allowed him to discuss a trade with other clubs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 21

'When did I say that?' martin St-Louis on Samuel Montembeault’s #1 post

Martin St-Louis led an intense practice this morning. Although it was short-lived, it was clear that the Canadiens’ coach wanted his players to understand what was at stake and the importance of getting back on their feet.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 21

Zack Bolduc currently tougher than Arber Xhekaj

I was at the Bell Centre last night, sitting in the Rouges. The people around me were experiencing their team’s third thaw in less than 10 days, and at $500 or $600 a night, many were saying they would have had more fun Tuesday or Wednesday for the Paul McCartney show than yesterday for the Canadiens “show”.

Dylan Strome News / Dose.ca / November 21

Dylan Strome: his wife gave birth in the middle of the match against the Canadiens

Yesterday’s game between the Capitals and the Canadiens went badly. We’re not done talking about it yet. But for Caps player Dylan Strome, the outcome of the game isn’t really important right now.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

3 Laval Rocket Players the Canadiens Should Call Up

With injuries piling up for the Montreal Canadiens, and the possibility of more down the line, it’s becoming increasingly likely that the organization will look toward Laval for reinforcements.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Linked to St. Louis Blues Forward

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re nearing the end of November and it hasn’t been a very forgiving month for some teams.

Jake Evans News / Daily Faceoff / November 20

Canadiens’ Jake Evans did not return to game vs. Capitals

Montreal Canadiens center Jake Evans did not return to Thursday’s 8-4 loss to the Washington Capitals. The Canadiens did not confirm the reason for Evans’ departure, particularly if it was injury-related.

Mike Matheson News / The Hockey Writers / November 20

Matheson’s Performance Is Going to Force the Canadiens’ Hand

Through the first stretch of the season, Mike Matheson has quietly become one of the most indispensable players on the Montreal Canadiens’ roster. His blend of offensive contribution, heavy minutes, and stabilizing presence on the blue line has made him a cornerstone of the team’s early success.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / November 20

Canadiens' Trade Update Emerges Amid Roster Crisis

The Montreal Canadiens continue to search for forward help, but their approach has changed of late. While the longstanding pursuit of a No. 2 center remains in play, management is now also considering potential winger upgrades as well in an effort to bolster the forward corps without regard of position.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Looking for a Stopgap at Centre

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re at the quarter mark of the season, and teams are starting to get a glimpse of where they stand in the league.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 19

Canadiens’ two-way play a concern amidst current slump

After a scorching hot start to the season, things have cooled off considerably for the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs have dropped their past four games, including close losses to Boston and Columbus which were preceded by a 7-0 loss to Dallas and a 5-1 romp against Los Angeles.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / November 19

Canadiens Widen Trade Net: Linked to Multiple Trade Targets

For some time now, the Montreal Canadiens’ biggest rumored need has been a true No. 2 center — a long-term piece to support Nick Suzuki and stabilize the top six.