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Adjustments the Canadiens Must Make to Extend the Series

Adjustments the Canadiens Must Make to Extend the Series

The Montreal Canadiens’ remarkable postseason run has hit its first true reality check in the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / May 28
Canadiens set record for fewest shots per 60 minutes in three-game span

Canadiens set record for fewest shots per 60 minutes in three-game span

The Montreal Canadiens haven’t had much go their way in the first four games of the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes, struggling

Nick Suzuki News / Trade Talk Sports / May 28
Nick Suzuki Pushes Back on the Thought That the Canadiens Are Tired

Nick Suzuki Pushes Back on the Thought That the Canadiens Are Tired

The return home to the Bell Centre for the Eastern Conference Finals has not been pretty for the Montreal Canadiens. After being outshot 39-13 in a 3-2 overtime loss in Game 3, Game 4 on Wednesday night was somehow even worse, as Montreal was manhandled 4-0 by the Carolina Hurricanes, once again drastically outshot, this time 43-18.

Montreal Canadiens News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28
Lane Hutson had a vulgar quote about the Canadiens’ Game 4 loss

Lane Hutson had a vulgar quote about the Canadiens’ Game 4 loss

What the Montreal Canadiens’ offense lacked on Wednesday, Habs defenseman Lane Hutson made up for with profanity following their 4-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final at Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec.

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The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least 300 goals in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz
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The 'Last playoff-goals leader by team' quiz
NHL News / ESPN / May 28

The young NHL players who need a change-of-scenery...

Who could be next season's Trevor Zegras or Kirby Dach? Here are 12 candidates from around the league.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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.

NHL News / Stadium Rant / May 28
Exclusive Canadiens Vs. Hurricanes Game 4 Recap: Canes Dominate Game & Series

Exclusive Canadiens Vs. Hurricanes Game 4 Recap: Canes Dominate Game & Series

The Montreal Canadiens hosted the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night, down two games to one. This is the complete Canadiens vs. Hurricanes Game 4 recap.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 28
Worse than Monday, Suzuki is off his game; Xhekaj and Laine aren’t enough

Worse than Monday, Suzuki is off his game; Xhekaj and Laine aren’t enough

Mom, it’s oooover! After Game #2 (26-12 in shots on goal), we all figured the Canadiens had hit rock bottom and would bounce back in Montreal: after all, it couldn't get any worse, right?

Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / May 28
Brendan Gallagher could play his final game with the Canadiens tomorrow night

Brendan Gallagher could play his final game with the Canadiens tomorrow night

The difference in talent between the Hurricanes and the Canadiens is noticeable. The six extra games the Habs have played are also starting to take their toll a bit more.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 28
2 Canadiens most to blame for Game 4 loss to Hurricanes

2 Canadiens most to blame for Game 4 loss to Hurricanes

The dream appears to be ending for the Montreal Canadiens. After a couple of scintillating seven-game triumphs in the first two rounds against the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Buffalo Sabres, the Habs are trailing 3-1 in the Eastern Conference Final against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Mike Matheson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 28
Canadiens’ Mike Matheson remains defiant on ‘outside noise’ after Game 4 loss

Canadiens’ Mike Matheson remains defiant on ‘outside noise’ after Game 4 loss

The Montreal Canadiens have lost Game 4 of the 2026 Eastern Conference Finals on Wednesday night. The Carolina Hurricanes controlled play the entire game.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / May 28
Canadiens Season on the Brink After Lifeless Game 4 Performance

Canadiens Season on the Brink After Lifeless Game 4 Performance

The Montreal Canadiens are on the verge of elimination after a lifeless 4-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4, a defeat that showed the Canadiens haven’t learned much from Games 2 and 3 and are leaving Habs fans feeling this series is in real jeopardy.

Martin St. Louis News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 28
Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis sounds off on fans’ behavior in Game 4 vs. Hurricanes

Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis sounds off on fans’ behavior in Game 4 vs. Hurricanes

The Montreal Canadiens could not pick up a win on Wednesday night. As a result, they are one win away from being eliminated by the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals.

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The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
 The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
 The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz
 The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz
The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz
 The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 27
Canadiens reach 117-year low point with Game 4 Hurricanes loss

Canadiens reach 117-year low point with Game 4 Hurricanes loss

The Montreal Canadiens lost at home in Game 4 of the 2026 Eastern Conference Finals. Montreal has now lost both of its home games in this series. Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes made 40 saves to keep this game as close as possible.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 27
Hurricanes push Canadiens to brink of elimination after Game 4 victory

Hurricanes push Canadiens to brink of elimination after Game 4 victory

The crowd was amped. The energy inside Centre Bell was high as former Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jaroslav Halak carried the torch inside the building, with hope running rampant.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 27
Hurricanes continue to smother Canadiens

Winners, losers from Wednesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Hurricanes continue to smother Canadiens

The Carolina Hurricanes are one step closer to making their first return to the Stanley Cup Final since the 2005-06 season. Thanks to their 4-0 win over

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 27
Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes makes epic save on Jackson Blake breakaway in Game 4

Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes makes epic save on Jackson Blake breakaway in Game 4

The Montreal Canadiens lost Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals in overtime. Jakub Dobes stood on his head to help get his team to the extra period, but eventually, the Carolina Hurricanes broke through.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 28
The CH is one game away from elimination

The CH is one game away from elimination

After suffering two straight losses for the first time in the playoffs, Montreal was looking to bounce back and tie the series. No changes to Martin St-Louis' lineup.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 28
2026 Draft: A Giant in Montreal in a mock draft by The Athletic

2026 Draft: A Giant in Montreal in a mock draft by The Athletic

The Canadiens are headed for a loss tonight (I hope that prediction backfires). In fact, the Canadiens are headed for an elimination against the Hurricanes.

Nick Suzuki News / The Hockey Writers / May 27
Canadiens Need More From Nick Suzuki in Must-Win Game 4

Canadiens Need More From Nick Suzuki in Must-Win Game 4

The Montreal Canadiens are at a crossroads. After dropping back-to-back 3-2 overtime decisions to the Carolina Hurricanes, they now trail 2-1 in the Eastern Conference Final heading into a must-win Game 4 at the Bell Centre on Wednesday night.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 27
Canadiens’ St. Louis Is Relying on Hutson Too Heavily

Canadiens’ St. Louis Is Relying on Hutson Too Heavily

Lane Hutson played 28:55 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final on Monday night. He scored. He blocked shots. He did everything that could be asked of a franchise defenceman in a pivotal home game.

Josh Anderson News / The Hockey Writers / May 27
The Canadiens Have Found Their Perfect Playoff Warrior in Josh Anderson

The Canadiens Have Found Their Perfect Playoff Warrior in Josh Anderson

One of the most interesting parts of this playoff run for the Montreal Canadiens has been watching how many different players have stepped into important moments.

Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / May 26
'You have to grind': Canadiens eager to tie Eastern finals with Canes

'You have to grind': Canadiens eager to tie Eastern finals with Canes

The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in unfamiliar territory. Sure, they will play their next game at home, but they will enter Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night having lost two in a row for the first time since March 14-15.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / May 26
Canadiens’ Lane Hutson takes blame for Game 3 OT loss

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson takes blame for Game 3 OT loss

Lane Hutson has certainly had better games in his NHL career. 

The 'Last 50-goal NHL season by team' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 26
Hurricanes remain perfect in OT with Game 3 win over Canadiens

Hurricanes remain perfect in OT with Game 3 win over Canadiens

There's no time like overtime for the Carolina Hurricanes. 

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Golden Knights make franchise history with comeback over Avalanche
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The Canucks' coaching story is suddenly getting complicated
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 23
Winners, losers from Saturday's NHL playoffs: Hurricanes get even

Winners, losers from Saturday's NHL playoffs: Hurricanes get even with OT win

The NHL's Eastern Conference Finals continued on Saturday night with the Carolina Hurricanes picking up a 3-2 overtime win against the Montreal Canadiens.

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