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Jacob Fowler and Florian Xhekaj will play tonight

The Montreal Canadiens announced a lineup change ahead of tonight's Heritage Classic and confirmed their starting goaltender. First, as was somewhat expected, Jacob Fowler will be in net.

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Patrik Laine Not Seeking International Offers

We’re now more than a month into the season with a handful of veteran wingers still hoping to find a team for this season. One of those is Patrik Laine. But while no deal in North America has materialized, he’s not looking into international offers, ESPN’s Emily Kaplan relayed this week (Twitter link).

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / October 25

Michael Hage will be able to contribute immediately to the power play as soon as he arrives

Michael Hage surprised many when he announced he would be returning to the NCAA for another season. We can assume he wanted to work on certain aspects of his game, but one thing is certain: he's been making a huge impression on offense this season.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / October 25

Norman Flynn: 'We have enough talent to replace Nick Suzuki'

The loss of Nick Suzuki is clearly going to hurt… a lot. Not only are the Montreal Canadiens losing their captain, but they're also losing the cornerstone of their offense.

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / October 25

Canadiens finally benefit from key change made to Heritage Classic

The Montreal Canadiens are making their long-awaited return to the Heritage Classic. They’ll participate in the event for the first time since 2011, taking on the Winnipeg Jets in Winnipeg at Princess Auto Stadium. When they take the ice, they'll have to bring their A-game, and maybe a player or two will have to step up.

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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.

Elliotte Friedman News / A Winning Habit / October 25

Montreal Canadiens should have a new trade target after Elliotte Friedman's report

On Saturday, Elliotte Friedman reported that the Washington Capitals have granted Ivan Miroshnichenko permission to seek a trade. The former first-round pick has only played in three games this season and is looking for an opportunity to play, and the Montreal Canadiens might be the team that can give him that.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / October 25

MUST-SEE: Alexander Zharovsky scores an absolutely magnificent goal

As the Montreal Canadiens prepare for their road game against the Winnipeg Jets, the Habs' top prospect, Alexander Zharovsky, continues to stand out in the KHL.

Jake Evans News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Canadiens Have Tried Tapping into Evans’ Offensive Potential Before

Time for a cold, hard truth: Montreal Canadiens forward Jake Evans is not a top-six forward. However, with No. 1 centre Nick Suzuki injured, desperate times may call for desperate measures.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / October 25

3 under-the-radar players to watch for the Canadiens in the Heritage Classic

For the third time, the Montreal Canadiens are going to be participating in the Heritage Classic but it is the first time since 2011. The Canadiens will be playing the Winnipeg Jets, who just put the Connor Hellebuyck saga behind them on Friday.

Nick Suzuki News / The Sick Podcast / October 24

Lariviere: It’s Going To Take A Village For The Canadiens With No Nick Suzuki

For the first time in 546 games, the Montreal Canadiens took to the ice without Nick Suzuki and played a game that resembled the trademark 200-foot game

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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.

Jacob Fowler News / Professor Press Box / October 24

Jacob Fowler Gives the Canadiens Reasons to Rethink Their Goalie Plan

Something interesting is happening in Montreal's crease, and it has less to do with one good game than with what Jacob Fowler is making possible. The 21-year-old stopped 20 of 21 shots in Friday's 4–1 win over Chicago.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 24

Reminder: Reconstruction is not yet complete

Since last season, we've been hearing this phrase more and more: “The CH's rebuild is complete.” Last spring's almost unexpected run of success certainly added fuel to the fire.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 24

PHOTOS: The CH goalies’ masks for tomorrow are gorgeous

The NHL Heritage Classic will take place tomorrow night. The Canadiens will be in action for the event, traveling to Winnipeg to face the Jets at Princess Auto Stadium.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 24

The Wings’ assistant general manager keeps showing up at CH games

We know the Montreal Canadiens want to improve and make moves, and Kent Hughes has been one of the most aggressive general managers since the start of the season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

3 Takeaways From the Canadiens’ 4-1 Win Over the Blackhawks

There were an abundance of questions about the Montreal Canadiens as they embarked on a four-game road swing. Could they put in a total, 60-minute effort?

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 24

Nick SuzuWHO?: The CH’s centers made everyone forget the captain’s absence

Last night, the Montreal Canadiens played their first game without Nick Suzuki since April 6, 2019—more than seven years ago. Suzuki hadn't missed a single game since joining the National Hockey League, playing 546 consecutive games before injuring his hand against the San Jose Sharks.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

3 Centres the Canadiens Should Target to Overcome Suzuki’s Injury

The Montreal Canadiens have been searching for a legitimate second-line centre for quite some time, but Nick Suzuki’s recent injury has made that need more pressing than ever.

NHL News / A Winning Habit / October 24

4 takeaways from the Montreal Canadiens 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks

The Montreal Canadiens entered Friday night facing a new challenge, as it was the first time in over five seasons they would not have Nick Suzuki on the ice.

Jake Evans News / Field Level Media / October 23

Jake Evans tallies twice, adds assist as Canadiens topple Blackhawks

Jake Evans produced two goals and an assist and Jacob Fowler stopped 20 shots, lifting the visiting Montreal Canadiens to a 4-1 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Nick Suzuki’s Injury Opens the Door for Oliver Kapanen to Take Over

The Montreal Canadiens are off to an interesting start. Viewed by many as a trendy playoff pick and even a dark horse contender in the Atlantic Division, Montreal has stumbled out of the gate.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / October 23

Mike Matheson Back For Canadiens, Fowler Starts

The Montreal Canadiens have confirmed that defenseman Matheson will be returning to the lineup for Friday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks at 8:00 pm ET.

Nick Suzuki News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Nick Suzuki’s Absence Will Give the Canadiens Their Biggest Test

The Montreal Canadiens have been dealt a massive blow with captain Nick Suzuki expected to miss two to four weeks due to injury. For a team looking to build on last season’s success and establish itself as a legitimate playoff contender, losing its most important player is about as bad as it gets.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 21

Canadiens Reassign Owen Beck, David Reinbacher

Earlier this morning, the Montreal Canadiens announced they reassigned forward Owen Beck and defenseman David Reinbacher to the AHL’s Laval Rocket. The Canadiens now have 21 players on their active roster.