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Ivan Demidov: The CH capitalized on one of its major strengths… one last time

One of the best contracts of the day was probably signed by Kent Hughes. Just as he did in 2024 when he signed Juraj Slafkovsky, he has just done the same with Ivan Demidov.

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Samuel Poulin Signs a Contract with the Canadiens

The Canadiens have signed two players. But let's not get carried away: these two signings aren't going to change everything in Montreal. Far from it, in fact… In a press release, the Habs announced that they had agreed to the terms of two-way, one-season contracts with forward Samuel Poulin and defenseman Ethan Samson.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / July 1

Jacob Fowler: Two Clues About What Awaits Him in 2026–27

In the last few minutes, Kent Hughes and Ivan Demidov spoke to the media. They provided an update on the Russian player's new contract… and the GM also discussed the state of his team.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Kaapo Kahkönen Signs a New Contract with the Canadiens

The Canadiens have reached an agreement with another player in the last few minutes. After signing Ivan Demidov to a long-term deal and recalling Alex Belzile, the club has signed Kaapo Kahkonen.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Alex Belzile, Kaapo Kahkonen re-sign with Canadiens on one-year contracts

Forward Alex Belzile and goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen have signed one-year contracts to remain with the Montreal Canadiens organization. The deal is two-way, with an NHL cap hit of $850,000.

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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.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / July 1

Michael Hage confirms it: he will be returning to the NCAA for a third year

Last week, Jeff Gorton spoke with the media ahead of the draft. And, as mentioned, he indicated that there was a possibility Hage might make the jump to the National Hockey League for the upcoming season.

Alex Belzile News / Dose.ca / July 1

Alex Belzile Signs with the Canadiens

Here we go. The Canadiens have signed Alex Belzile. Reports indicate a two-part contract worth $850,000 for the player who played in Laval last season.

Ivan Demidov News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Canadiens Extend Rookie Standout Demidov for 8 Years

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes may not have been expected to be busy on July 1, at least with potentially signing unrestricted free agents.

John Carlson News / Dose.ca / July 1

John Carlson in Montreal: Eric Engels Opens the Door

On Saturday, during the second day of the NHL Draft, the Ducks traded John Carlson's rights to Carolina. The Hurricanes gave up a prospect (Kyle Masters) and a sixth-round pick to acquire the defenseman's rights, with the goal of persuading him to sign a new contract in Carolina.

Joe Veleno News / Dose.ca / July 1

Joe Veleno Signs a Contract with the Rangers

On Monday night, Joe Veleno did not receive a qualifying offer from the Canadiens. This made him an unrestricted free agent. There was a good chance he would end up returning, but he was going to test the market anyway.

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Ivan Demidov News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Highest Paid Hab: Canadiens Ink Long-Term Deal With Ivan Demidov

Ivan Demidov and the Montreal Canadiens have agreed to terms on an eight-year extension worth $9.125 million annually, locking up the young winger through the prime of his career.

Ivan Demidov News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Canadiens sign Ivan Demidov to eight-year contract extension

The Montreal Canadiens have reportedly agreed to terms on an eight-year contract extension with forward Ivan Demidov. Demidov’s agent, Dan Milstein, was the first to share the news of the signing on Wednesday morning.

NHL News / Dose.ca / July 1

Kirill Marchenko’s agent says something big is coming to Montreal

Ivan Demidov’s agent has just set the internet ablaze on X. Dan Milstein—without holding back—claims he has something big coming to Montreal. What does that mean?

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / July 1

Two Other Teams to Watch for Patrik Laine

The team that has come up most often in connection with Patrik Laine over the past few months is the Kings. We know the California team was interested in acquiring him at the trade deadline, but a deal ultimately failed to materialize.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Here’s why Gleb Pugachyov isn’t at the development camp after all

The Canadiens’ development camp began yesterday in Brossard. The players at camp underwent their physicals yesterday, and it wasn't until this morning that they took to the ice at the CN Complex.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Kent Hughes is set to add one or two goalies

Several players will become free agents at noon today. The pond won't be teeming with big fish, since most of them have already been snapped up over the past few days, but there will still be a few good catches for GMs looking to fill “less critical” needs.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / July 1

Sick Puck Links: Canadiens NHL Trade Rumors, NHL Free Agency Begins

Get ready to start your day with the latest and hottest news, NHL Trade and Free Agent rumors from around the hockey world! Here’s today’s Sick Puck Links:

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 30

The Canadiens, after seeing Gleb Pugachyov in action: 'He’s our guy'

It didn't take long for Gleb Pugachyov to become a fan favorite. A big player who plays with grit and hits hard—that goes over well in Montreal. While many Canadiens fans were charmed when the first overall pick said he'd destroy Tom Wilson in a fight, let's just say that the charm worked even faster on the Habs' front office.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Canadiens’ Blueprint to a Successful 2026 Free Agency

There was finally a sense of closure inside the corridors of the Bell Centre on the afternoon of June 30. When general manager (GM) Kent Hughes officially traded Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks, retaining 50 percent of his $6.5-million cap hit, it wasn’t just the structural end of a 14-year, heart-and-soul era in Montreal.