Montreal Canadiens: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kirby Dach will get a shot at center on the first line (according to David Ettedgui)

The Canadiens, who haven’t had a great start to the season, are in trouble. That's the big news in Montreal today: Nick Suzuki will be out for two to four weeks… and we all know just how thin the Canadiens' depth is at center. Oliver Kapanen will get his chance on the team's first line, but if that doesn't work out… what then?

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VIDEO: Arber Xhekaj was hit… by a man on an electric scooter

The Canadiens players and car accidents—they go hand in hand. Emil Heineman getting hit by a car in Salt Lake City, Jacob Fowler getting hit by a car in Belleville… We can add Arber Xhekaj's name to the list, too!

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / October 22

Jakub Dobes’s blunder in overtime: The goalie doesn’t see it as a mistake

Jakub Dobes isn’t the only one to blame for Tuesday night’s loss at the Bell Centre against the Sharks. There were other mistakes that hurt the team during the game, after all.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 22

That’s why we had to get moving sooner

Without Nick Suzuki for the next few weeks, the Canadiens won't have it easy. The only one who might have it a little easier is Jakub Dobes, who's just stepped out of the spotlight for a little while.

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Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / October 22

Ivan Demidov could join the CH on the road next week

Ivan Demidov hasn’t played since October 3 due to an injury. When will he return? We got a few more clues on that front after today's practice. Eric Engels posted an update about the Russian player on his X account.

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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 22

Noah Dobson and Oliver Kapanen on the first power play during practice

Without Nick Suzuki, it's clear there's a hole in the lineup. For now, Oliver Kapanen is filling in for him on the first line. He's gone from the bench during the playoffs to the first line in just a few months.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Dose.ca / October 22

Juraj Slafkovsky leaves practice with a bloody mouth

One piece of bad news leads to another. Juraj Slafkovsky left the Canadiens' practice before the other members of his line this morning after being hit in the face by a puck.

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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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 22

Canadiens’ Nick Suzuki Out 2-4 Weeks, Owen Beck Recalled

One of the longest iron man streaks in league history has met an unfortunate end, as Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki will be out 2-4 weeks with an upper-body injury, the team announced.

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Nick Suzuki News / Daily Faceoff / October 22

Canadiens’ Nick Suzuki out 2-4 weeks with upper-body injury

Well, this isn’t the best news if you’re a Montreal Canadiens fan. On Thursday, the team announced that captain Nick Suzuki will be out 2-4 weeks with an upper-body injury.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 22

Owen Beck Recalled by the Canadiens (But Not David Reinbacher)

The Canadiens recalled Owen Beck. It was a possibility, given that the Canadiens need reinforcements for the four-game road trip that will begin in the next few hours.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

Canadiens’ Blown Leads Are Becoming a Concerning Early-Season Trend

The Montreal Canadiens were one of the NHL’s most resilient teams last season, regularly finding ways to battle back from deficits and steal games that appeared to be slipping away.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

Canadiens at Risk of Poor Start to 2026-27 Coming Back to Haunt Them

The Montreal Canadiens shouldn’t be embarrassed solely for letting another two-goal lead go up in smoke against the San Jose Sharks earlier this week, en route to a 4-3 overtime loss.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 22

Elliotte Friedman’s theory regarding Jakub Dobes

I don’t think I need to paint another picture of the Canadiens’ goalies. Everyone knows that right now, the team plays with more confidence when Jacob Fowler is in net.

Alexander Zharovsky News / A Winning Habit / October 22

Canadiens prospect Alexander Zharovsky shows why fans should be excited

Alexander Zharovsky is the latest Montreal Canadiens prospect turning heads. Michael Hage is lighting up the NCAA with 14 points in six games, while Luke Mittelstadt has emerged from nowhere to lead the AHL in scoring.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 21

46 minor penalties in nine games: The Canadiens just don’t learn

Since the start of the season, there's been one thing in particular that's been drawing attention with the Canadiens. What am I talking about? Discipline issues, which have already cost the team a few games since the start of the season.

Jakub Dobes News / A Winning Habit / October 21

Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes faces mounting pressure after costly overtime penalty

On Tuesday, the Montreal Canadiens were close to securing two points, holding a two-goal lead over the San Jose Sharks entering the third period, but the Western Conference club stormed back in the third period before winning 4-3 in overtime.

Noah Dobson News / Dose.ca / October 21

Noah Dobson earns $9.5 million per season: He needs to give back (a lot) more

Noah Dobson finished last night’s game with four shots on goal and 21:44 of ice time. And that's all there is to say on the positive side. The Canadiens defenseman had a tough game and was (partly) responsible for two of the Sharks' goals.

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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / October 20

Can Dobes Turn Things Around Before Fowler Takes Over in Montreal?

Sometimes, a hockey player doesn't need a big speech or a major change to get back on track. He needs another chance to show what he can do. That's where Jakub Dobes finds himself with the Montreal Canadiens.

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 / 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.