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The Canadiens are (once again) one of the smallest teams in the NHL

The size of NHL players will always be a topic of conversation. Even though there's more room for smaller players than before, the fact remains that a smaller player will always have to prove 150 times over that he can get the job done to earn his place in the sun.

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Jakub Dobes will play tonight | Mike Matheson is practicing with the regulars

Yesterday, Mike Matheson practiced with Florian Xhekaj. So he was (pretty much) on his own. It was the first time he'd been on the ice (as far as we know, at least) since his injury was announced.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 20

From Price-Halak to Fowler-Dobes: Canadiens Facing Familiar Dilemma

The Montreal Canadiens have an interesting situation developing between the pipes, and for longtime fans, it might bring back memories of a familiar goaltending debate.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 20

Tiebreaker: The CH has already put itself at a major disadvantage in the standings

The Canadiens have played eight games since the start of the 2026–27 season. So far, the team has a record of 4–3–1, which isn't bad. It's still extremely early in the season, of course.

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Mike Matheson News / Dose.ca / October 19

'The worst-case scenario for Mike Matheson was a six-month absence.'

The Canadiens are currently without Mike Matheson. The defenseman, who is a key part of the team's blue-line, is being evaluated on a daily basis. The fact that he skated this morning (even though he did so separately from his teammates on a different rink) is a pretty clear sign that he's making progress.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 19

Injuries: Here’s the Latest on the CH’s Injured Players

The Canadiens currently have several players on the injured list. In particular, the team is without Ivan Demidov, Samuel Montembeault, Mike Matheson, and Florian Xhekaj.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 19

Team Roster: The CH ranks… 23rd in The Athletic’s rankings

Since the start of the season, the Canadiens have a record of 4-3-1. Four wins, three losses in regulation… and another overtime loss. Is that great? The answer is no.

Owen Tippett News / The Sick Podcast / October 19

Canadiens NHL Trade Target: Owen Tippett

After not landing a big fish on the NHL trade market in the off-season, the Montreal Canadiens continue to search for a top six forward that is in his prime to place alongside the current core group.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 19

Pugachyov is struggling, Hellebuyck is giving up (a lot) of goals, and Kreider doesn’t like outdoor games

Gleb Pugachyov played his first game of the season in the KHL today. He was dressed for his team's last game… but the Torpedo coach simply decided not to put him in for even a single second.

Cole Caufield News / A Winning Habit / October 19

Canadiens star Cole Caufield showing contract is one of the best values in NHL

With each passing season, Montreal Canadiens star Cole Caufield just keeps getting better. Virtually every year he’s been healthy has seen him post new career highs. All of it culminated in a historic 50-goal season.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / October 19

Michael Hage: Second-leading scorer in the NCAA

Michael Hage clearly has no intention of slowing down this season. Why do I say that? Because the Montreal Canadiens prospect is off to an absolutely red-hot start to the NCAA season.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / October 19

Canadiens reveal new look in practice, potential hint at next jersey?

The Montreal Canadiens waltzed into practice on Monday with a fresh new look. TSN’s Kenzie Lalonde posted a video featuring new practice uniforms. The description goes as follows: Red helmets White gloves Red pants When looking even deeper, there is also white piping down the pant legs.

Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / October 19

Martin St-Louis is (once again) refusing to comment on who will be in goal tomorrow

Since taking the job, Martin St-Louis has often said that managing goalies isn't his specialty. He often turned to Éric Raymond during his early years in Montreal.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 19

Practice: New Uniform, Same Absences

This morning at practice, the Canadiens surprised their fans. How? By having the players wear new uniforms. That's the big topic of conversation this morning in Brossard, one day before their matchup against the Sharks.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 19

Mittelstadt: The Canadian may already be outperforming Engstrom and Reinbacher in Laval

The Canadiens have just won three of their last four games, all of which were decided by a single goal. Montreal sits in sixth place in the Atlantic Division, just one point out of a playoff spot, but also just one point above last place in the division.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Top 3 Canadiens Performers So Far This Season

The Montreal Canadiens have had an interesting start to the 2026-27 season. While there have been some encouraging performances, the team has also experienced its fair share of struggles, particularly defensively and between the pipes.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 19

It’s no coincidence that the Canadiens have started winning again

The Canadiens got off to a rough start this season. We know that. Among the reasons cited was the performance of the special teams. The Canadiens' players were unable to do their jobs in those situations during the first four games of the season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Canadiens Need to Start Playing Full 60 Minutes

The Montreal Canadiens survived another thrilling match on Saturday, vanquishing the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 in overtime thanks to Cole Caufield’s heroics. The victory improved Montreal to 4-3-1.

Cole Caufield News / The Sick Podcast / October 18

Montreal Canadiens Sick Postgame: Mr. Saturday Night, Cole Caufield Wins it In OT

Cole Caufield, aka Mr. Saturday Night, did it again in a 4-3 overtime win for the Montreal Canadiens over the Buffalo Sabres. Caufield scored his second goal of the game 54 seconds into the extra frame to seal the win for the Canadiens.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 17

Canadiens Activate Oliver Kapanen, Place Florian Xhekaj On IR

The Canadiens have made a pair of roster moves in advance of their game tonight against Buffalo. The team announced that center Oliver Kapanen will make his season debut, meaning he has been activated off injured reserve. To make room for him on the roster, winger Florian Xhekaj has been placed on IR.

Oliver Kapanen News / Daily Faceoff / October 17

Canadiens’ Oliver Kapanen to make season debut against Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens will get a boost to their lineup. The team announced on social media that forward Oliver Kapanen and defenseman David Reinbacher will make their 2026-27 regular-season debuts Saturday night when they host the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre.

Josh Anderson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 16

Josh Anderson Wants To Extend With Canadiens

Veteran winger Josh Anderson hopes the 2026-27 season won’t be his last with the Montreal Canadiens. According to TSN’s Darren Dreger, Anderson wants to sign an extension with the Canadiens sooner rather than later.

Florian Xhekaj News / Daily Faceoff / October 16

Canadiens’ Florian Xhekaj out two weeks with lower-body injury

Tough news for one of Montreal’s young depth pieces. On Friday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that forward Florian Xhekaj is going to be out for the next two weeks with a lower-body injury.

Josh Anderson News / NHL Trade Talk / October 15

Josh Anderson’s Future in Montreal Dependent on Big Trade

Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson is off to a nice start this season, scoring his third and fourth goals against the Washington Capitals. In the final season of his contract, talk about what the Canadiens plan to do with his extension have started to surface.

Jakub Dobes News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Jakub Dobes off to slow start for Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens had sky-high hopes for this season after making a run to the 2026 Eastern Conference Final, and the new year has proven to be a bit of a mixed bag to this point.