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Canadiens Expect Kirby Dach To Be Ready For Start Of Season

The Canadiens are banking on having center Kirby Dach available for their opening night lineup after he underwent surgery on his right knee in February, EVP of hockey operations Jeff Gorton told Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

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Habs Rookies Struggle to Produce Against Leafs Prospects

After a really good on Saturday night where the Montreal Canadiens prospects unfortunately didn’t get the result they were hoping for against the Winnipeg, on Sunday afternoon, they came out pretty flat against the Toronto Maple Leafs for the most part.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / September 15

Kent Hughes: 'The most talented team we’ve had since I’ve been in Montreal'

On paper, the Canadiens have a great team, with some talented players on the roster, and that’s exciting for fans of the club, who’ve had a tough time of it in recent years.

Connor McDavid News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

NHL News / Dose.ca / September 15

Andrei Markov doesn’t care what Marc Bergevin has become

Andrei Markov, nearing the end of his NHL career, didn’t have an agent, so he talked to Marc Bergevin himself. I have the impression that the main interested party quickly realized why players have agents, after all, negotiating is hard work.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 14

Bold Predictions #4: The Montreal Canadiens Steal A Playoff Series

This may be my boldest prediction yet: I have the Montreal Canadiens making the playoffs and shocking their First Round opponents by winning the series.

Filip Eriksson News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Canadiens Prospect Filip Eriksson Shines in the SHL

The Montreal Canadiens’ prospect pool has been one of the most closely watched in the NHL in recent years, with names like Lane Hutson, Ivan Demidov, and David Reinbacher drawing the bulk of attention.

Filip Eriksson News / The Sick Podcast / September 14

Habs Prospect Scores Hat-Trick in Season Opener

On Saturday afternoon, Montreal Canadiens prospect Filip Eriksson began his SHL regular season by putting up a dominant performance for Lulea to help lead the way in a 5-0 victory against Malmo.

Emil Heineman News / Dose.ca / September 14

Emil Heineman very excited about the deal that made him leave the Canadiens

The start of training camp is fast approaching, with the Montreal Canadiens’ annual golf tournament starting on Monday, and the first pre-season game the following Monday, September 22.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

3 Canadiens’ Prospects to Watch in Russia

The Montreal Canadiens have been hitting home runs with quite a few draft picks lately. Not only is Lane Hutson the reigning Calder Trophy winner, but they could have another star rookie in Ivan Demidov this season.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / September 14

Habs Rookies Lose 4-3 Despite Dominating Play

On Saturday night, the Montreal Canadiens prospects took on the Winnipeg Jets prospects in their first of two Rookie Showcase games on the weekend. Despite having control of the game for the majority of the time, the Canadiens lost 4-3.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 14

Adam Engstrom was the Habs’ best defenseman (ahead of David Reinbacher)

Finally! Hockey was back in full swing last night, with the first game for the Montreal Canadiens’ prospects, as they took on the Winnipeg Jets’ hopefuls.

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / September 13

'The Flames would really like Kirby Dach to get back into shape'

The Kirby Dach issue has been the talk of the town this summer, with many questioning whether the center will start the season on time due to his knee injury.

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The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 13

Day 3 of Montreal Canadiens Rookie Camp Updates

On Friday, it was Day 3 of the Montreal Canadiens Rookie Camp. The Habs prospects hit the ice in Brossard for the 2nd day in a row, except for defenseman Bryce Pickford, who is nursing a lower-body injury. It is unclear whether Pickford will be out of the lineup for this weekend’s Rookie Showcase, as it doesn’t appear to be anything major.

Sidney Crosby News / The Hockey Writers / September 13

Canadiens Would Be Contenders With Crosby Trade

The Montreal Canadiens are in a position to move forward with their rebuild to the point that they could soon be Stanley Cup contenders. The team made the playoffs last season earlier than expected and has made moves to improve this season by acquiring Noah Dobson.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 12

Can the Avalanche and Martin Necas find a number?

Richard Labbe of LA Press: Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson is entering the final year of his contract at a $4.8 million cap hit. The 31-year-old isn’t looking to move.

Pavel Zacha News / Yardbarker / September 11

Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins have been in conversations for a possible trade of Pavel Zacha, something that could solve one of Montreal's biggest issues.

Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade

Bruins to start 2025-26 season without captain

The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history

The '30-goal scorers in the 2024-25 NHL season' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / September 11

Montreal Canadiens Training Camp Storylines to Watch

The 2025 edition of the Montreal Canadiens training camp is less than two weeks away. The Canadiens rookie showcase is already underway as we ramp up into the preseason.

Mike Matheson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 11

Mike Matheson wants to re-sign with Canadiens, says agent

Mike Matheson has been a staple on the Montreal Canadiens’ blue line since being traded from the Pittsburgh Penguins in the summer of 2022. The 31-year-old posted a career-high of 62 points over a full 82-game slate in 2023-24, and he’s been on the top pairing for his entire tenure.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 11

Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade

Penguins star Sidney Crosby and his agent did not rule out a potential trade when questioned about the interest of the Montreal Canadiens. The franchise icon opting for a change of scenery would put the Penguins in a difficult position.

Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens

More details emerge on Kirill Kaprizov's rejection of Wild's offer

Maple Leafs HC paints ominous picture for star winger despite new deal

Maple Leafs' pursuit of Jack Roslovic puts one player on chopping block

Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 11

Canadiens GM Providing Modern, Refreshing Approach

The Montreal Canadiens were in quite a state of disarray during the 2021-22 season following their Cinderella Stanley Cup finals run, which saw them lose to Tampa, before totally falling apart under head coach Dominique Ducharme's guidance.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / September 10

2025-26 NHL team preview: Montreal Canadiens

The 2024-25 season was all about growth for the Montreal Canadiens. But it didn’t start that way, at least. By the start of December, it all looked like one big disaster.

Florian Xhekaj News / Breakaway on SI / September 9

Canadiens Prospect Could Exceed Expectations

The Montreal Canadiens took a chance on Florian Xhekaj, who was known more for his fisticuffs and rough-and-tumble play than his scoring, though he showed signs of something more.

Ivan Demidov News / Last Word On Sports / September 9

2025-26 Ivan Demidov Montreal Canadiens Rookie Point Projection

Okay, we are back, and it is time for Ivan Demidov 2025-26 Montreal Canadiens point projection. You know, the man with the quick mitts and when it comes to point estimates, you know you’re coming in with a high ceiling.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / September 6

Ken Dryden's impact on NHL went beyond his playing career

Each sport has its share of figures whose impact on the game extends well beyond their playing or coaching careers. National Hockey League Hall of Fame goaltender Ken Dryden was one of those people.

Dryden dies at 78

Dryden remembered for off-ice exploits as much as six Cup wins

Statement from Maple Leafs GM on the passing of Dryden

Tributes pour in for Dryden

Dryden's journey in photos

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 6

Longtime Canadiens goaltender Ken Dryden passes away

Early Saturday morning, the Canadiens announced that their long-time goaltender and Hall of Famer Ken Dryden passed away Friday at the age of 78 after a battle with cancer.