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On YouTubeLane Hutson News / Dose.ca / February 6
Lane Hutson will be skating instead of sunbathing during the break
The Canadiens players are officially on break. As you might expect, several guys will be working up a sweat over the next few days. It’s the same every year when the guys have a break.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 6
Canadiens Head Into Olympic Break With Momentum
The timing could not have been better for the Montreal Canadiens. Heading into the Olympic break, the Habs managed to do exactly what good teams find a way to do: stack points when the schedule gets tough.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 6
Canadiens’ Laine Represents a Low-Risk Trade Deadline Addition
If Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine had been healthy a few days ago, the Winnipeg Jets would have been the perfect team for him to face in his hypothetical first game back from injury.
The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz
How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / February 5
The Habs Have Found The Perfect 3rd Line
Wednesday night’s matchup against the Winnipeg Jets proved that the Montreal Canadiens may have found the perfect combination for their checking line, as veterans Josh Anderson, Phillip Danault, and Brendan Gallagher have been clicking phenomenally over the past few games.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / February 5
Jacob Fowler wants to return (quickly) to the NHL
Since his dismissal to Laval on January 16, Jacob Fowler has had only one goal in mind: to return to the NHL. That’s what we learn in an article by Herb Zurkowsky published in The Gazette.
Patrik Laine: Nick Kypreos wonders if a trade to Calgary is possible
Even though NHL trades are on hold for the Olympics, that doesn’t stop the rumor mill from continuing to turn. When trades resume on February 22, the market could really heat up with just under two weeks to go before the deadline, and Jeff Gorton would like to be more aggressive in order to make some moves before March 6.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / February 5
Story lines to Follow After Olympic Break: Goaltending Situation
The Montreal Canadiens wrapped up their final game before a 3-week break in between games on Wednesday with a huge 5-1 victory against the Winnipeg Jets.
Jeff Gorton News / Dose.ca / February 5
Jeff Gorton: 'We’re more comfortable than you think with our goalies.'
When an NHL executive gives an interview, his goal (one of his goals, at least) is to avoid creating controversy. Jeff Gorton, who has seen it all in the NHL, knows how to achieve this.
Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / February 5
Brendan Gallagher: another '1,000-game controversy' looming in Montreal
Brendan Gallagher is approaching the 900-game mark in the NHL. He currently has 891. With 25 games left in the season and the NHL schedule increasing to 84 games in 2026-2027, we estimate that Gally could play his 1,000th NHL game in the last game of the 2026-2027 season.
Samuel Montembeault News / The Sick Podcast / February 5
Montembeault and the Veterans Line Lead Habs To A 5-1 Victory
The Montreal Canadiens won convincingly with 5 unanswered goals in a 5-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday to head into their Olympic break on a high note.
Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / February 5
Arber Xhekaj no longer controls his own destiny
The Canadiens didn’t start their game in Winnipeg yesterday the right way, but Samuel Montembeault looked like the goalie he was last season. As a result, he kept his team in the game, which ultimately took control and won 5-1.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 5
3 Defencemen the Canadiens Should Target at the Trade Deadline
The Montreal Canadiens don’t need a splashy, top-pair defenceman at the trade deadline. What they do need, however, is stability on their third pair, something that has quietly become an issue as the season has progressed.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / February 5
Gavin McKenna risks expulsion, Filip Mesar’s future, and the habs’ real need
Yesterday, we learned that Gavin McKenna is facing four charges. This has caused quite a stir in the sports world. McKenna faces charges of aggravated assault with “attempted grievous bodily harm or bodily harm done with extreme recklessness,” simple assault, and two counts of disorderly conduct.
Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / February 5
The Habs failed to trade Patrik Laine even though they were willing to retain salary
The Canadiens wanted to trade Patrik Laine. Kent Hughes wanted to find a partner to dance with… but in the end, it didn’t happen. No, the Finn wasn’t traded… at least not yet.
Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / February 5
Samuel Montembeault lost his grandmother and Éric Raymond at the same time
Last night, let’s face it, Samuel Montembeault was excellent. He played his best game in a long time. Apart from Kyle Connor’s goal in the first period (a goal that was no pushover), the Québécois goalie rose to the occasion and shut the door on the Jets’ repeated attacks.
NHL News / Field Level Media / February 4
Canadiens extend point streak with comfortable win over Jets
Brendan Gallagher and Josh Anderson each had a goal and two assists as the visiting Montreal Canadiens defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5-1 on Wednesday during the final game for both teams ahead of the Olympic break.
Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / February 4
Samuel Montembeault and Brendan Gallagher sensational in Winnipeg victory
The Habs lost a big game on Monday in Minnesota. Tonight in Winnipeg, it was their last game before the Olympic break. Here are the lineups: The Jets dominated the first period, but it ended in a 1-1 tie.
Patrik Laine News / The Sick Podcast / February 4
Habs Aggressively Shopping Patrik Laine According To Reports
On Wednesday afternoon, hockey insider Nick Kypreos reported that the Montreal Canadiens are aggressively shopping forward Patrik Laine and will be hoping to offload his $8.7 million cap hit before the trade deadline.
Luke Schenn could attract the attention of the habs, believes Renaud Lavoie
The Canadiens have a sixth defenseman problem. The top five on the depth chart are no slouches: Noah Dobson, Lane Hutson, Mike Matheson, Alexandre Carrier, and Kaiden Guhle.
Patrik Laine News / NHL Trade Talk / February 4
Montreal Canadiens Prepared to Retain 50% on Patrik Laine
The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in an interesting situation. They have a very young team that is dominating this season, and as they prepare for the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, there is a big question mark surrounding the future of Patrik Laine.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 3
Canadiens Place Sammy Blais On Waivers
The Canadiens placed winger Sammy Blais on waivers Tuesday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. He’ll presumably be on his way to AHL Laval tomorrow if he clears.
NHL News / Inside The Rink / February 3
Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers linked to trade
With the timing of the season, rumors will pop up everywhere, and a recent one has the Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers rumored to be on a deal.
NHL News / Yardbarker / February 2
Surprising Barry Trotz decision gives Predators chance to reset
A disappointing end to Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz's long run with the organization could be the perfect opportunity for a much-needed reset.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / February 2
What tier are the Montreal Canadiens in?
The Montreal Canadiens are a certified contender for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but where do they stand against the rest of the NHL? The Canadiens made waves by snapping their postseason drought last season, and entered the 2025-26 season with expectations to make it back to the playoffs.
Kaapo Kahkonen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2
Kaapo Kahkonen Eyeing International Options For Next Season
Aside from serving as a backup in Montreal for one game this season, goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen has been exclusively in the minors with AHL Laval. It was similar in 2024-25 as despite multiple waiver claims, he only got into two NHL contests with the rest coming in the minors.
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