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Does the NHL have a playoff format problem?

It was a rather anti-climactic end to the conference portion of the playoffs, and continued what has been a recent trend of the conference finals ending quickly and without long, back-and-forth series.

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Winners, losers from Stanley Cup playoffs: Hurricanes back in Cup Final after Canadiens rout

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Conn Smythe race: Mitch Marner, Taylor Hall make strong case for Stanley Cup MVP

Can you name every player selected in the Vegas Golden Knights expansion draft?

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The Habs Playoff MVP: Jakub Dobes

There were a few players for the Montreal Canadiens who stood out with positive impacts during the first two rounds of the postseason, but when it comes down to it, there was only one Hab that played well in the Eastern Conference Finals, Jakub Dobes.

Patrik Laine News / NHL Trade Talk / May 31

Canadiens Deal to Unload Laine at the Trade Deadline Fell Through

In a recent article for Daily Faceoff, the Montreal Canadiens — who were recently eliminated from the playoffs in the Eastern Conference Final — tried to move one of their stars at the NHL trade deadline.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Playoff power play goal leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most power play goals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL active hat-trick leaders' quiz

The 'Playoff goal-leaders by NHL team' quiz

The '2005-06 Carolina Hurricanes' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / May 31

St. Louis Knows the Canadiens Have Found Something Dangerous

Martin St. Louis was such a weird mix of bummed and buzzing after his Montreal Canadiens lost to the Carolina Hurricanes. It was kind of beautiful. On one hand, he’s sad the run ended because once you get a taste of playoff hockey, it hits differently.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / May 31

Brendan Gallagher: 'The Habs could trade him without getting a single dollar in return'

Just a few months ago, many fans were convinced that the Canadiens would have to pay a steep price to get rid of Brendan Gallagher's contract. I was one of them… Today, the conversation is starting to shift.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / May 31

Thank You, Habs For A Great Season

The Montreal Canadiens’ season may be over after they lost in five games against the Carolina Hurricanes, but man, was it one of the best, if not the greatest, seasons I have seen from the Habs in my lifetime.

Samuel Montembeault News / Professor Press Box / May 31

Canadiens Expected to Trade Montembeault After Dobes Emergence

Heading into the 2025–26 season, the expectation around the Montreal Canadiens was simple: take another step toward contention and push for a playoff berth.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 31

Patrik Laine: Kent Hughes tried to trade him for a defenseman at the trade deadline

Patrik Laine, even though he hasn't played this season, has been a liability for the Habs. Not a liability on the ice or in the locker room, but a financial liability.

Connor McDavid News / Dose.ca / May 31

RUMOR! Connor McDavid is reportedly open to being traded to the Canadiens

The Canadiens’ playoff run has caught the attention of the entire NHL. Even the players have been impressed, and some wouldn't say no to coming to play in Montreal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 31

Here are the options for Brendan Gallagher in the final year of his contract

The aspect that drew the most criticism following the Montreal Canadiens' elimination in the conference finals—aside from their lack of shots on goal—was Martin St-Louis's inaction.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / May 30

The Canadiens’ Core Is Real: Now What Comes Next?

What a ride for the Montreal Canadiens. Four years after finishing dead last, they’re now Eastern Conference finalists, and you really can’t call this progress anything but a win.

Montreal Canadiens News / Trade Talk Sports / May 30

Veteran Canadiens Forward Likely Played His Last Game With Franchise

According to Eric Engels of Sportsnet, Brendan Gallagher has likely played his last game as a member of the Montreal Canadiens. Following a loss to the

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / May 30

Canadiens Eye Defensive Boost This Summer, Could Trade Veteran Forward

The Montreal Canadiens head into the 2026 offseason in an enviable position: stable, competitive, and trending upward. According to ESPN’s Ryan Clark and Kristen Shilton, there are no glaring weaknesses demanding urgent attention, allowing general manager Kent Hughes to focus on refining a roster that appears close to taking the next step.

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The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 30

Positives the Canadiens Can Take Away from Hurricanes Series Defeat

There was a point during the Montreal Canadiens’ Game 5 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday when all even-quasi-realistic hope the Habs could come back left the Lenovo Center.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / May 30

‘We’re still far off, and we know it’: Canadiens’ Hutson on Eastern Conference Final loss

While their run to the Eastern Conference Final might’ve been fun and memorable, at times, the Montreal Canadiens didn’t seem to be in the same league as their opponent.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 30

Hurricanes back in Stanley Cup Final after Canadiens rout

Winners, losers from Stanley Cup playoffs: Hurricanes back in Cup Final after Canadiens rout

Thanks to the Carolina Hurricanes' 6-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Friday night, the 2026 Stanley Cup Final is now officially set.

Hurricanes to play Golden Knights in Cup Final after ousting Canadiens

Martin St. Louis was ultimately undone by his refusal to make changes

Canadiens eliminated, still way ahead of schedule despite tough playoff exit

Canadiens will have the 28th pick in the upcoming NHL Draft

Bruce Cassidy speaks out against Golden Knights over blocked interviews

David Reinbacher News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

David Reinbacher Is the Solution to the Canadiens’ Defensive Depth Problem

The Montreal Canadiens have exceeded expectations in the 2026 Playoffs and deserve to be celebrated for punching above their weight class, using their offensive skill and competitive spirit, to reach the Eastern Conference Final.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / May 29

Did the Montreal Canadiens make a mistake at the trade deadline?

One loss is what separates the Montreal Canadiens from a trip to summer vacation. With Friday night’s Game 5 on the horizon from Raleigh, the Montreal faithful are preparing what may be the last dance for the 2025-26 version of their beloved Canadiens. Even with a loss tonight, this season is an unequivocal success for the Canadiens.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

What the Canadiens Are Missing to Win the Stanley Cup

Nobody saw this coming quite like this. The Montreal Canadiens reached the Eastern Conference Final, having clawed their way through back-to-back Game 7s against the Tampa Bay Lightning and Buffalo Sabres.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / May 29

Can the Canadiens keep their season alive?

The Montreal Canadiens will have their backs against the wall Friday night against the Carolina Hurricanes as they try to keep their season alive in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final.

Nick Suzuki News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 70-assist season by NHL team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to reach the 70-assist milestone in a single season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

Canadiens Giving Serious 2010 Vibes With the 2026 Playoff Run

The electric atmosphere inside the Bell Centre prior to the start of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final (ECF) provided a connection between this year’s Montreal Canadiens roster and the Cinderella run of 2010 which has been forever linked to one player, Jaroslav Halak.

Nick Suzuki News / Trade Talk Sports / May 28

Nick Suzuki pushes back on the thought that the Canadiens are tired

The return home to the Bell Centre for the Eastern Conference Finals has not been pretty for the Montreal Canadiens. After being outshot 39-13 in a 3-2 overtime loss in Game 3, Game 4 on Wednesday night was somehow even worse, as Montreal was manhandled 4-0 by the Carolina Hurricanes, once again drastically outshot, this time 43-18.

Lane Hutson News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28

Lane Hutson had a vulgar quote about the Canadiens’ Game 4 loss

What the Montreal Canadiens’ offense lacked on Wednesday, Habs defenseman Lane Hutson made up for with profanity following their 4-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final at Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 26