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Kirby Dach Nearing Return From Injury

Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach is “very close to a return to the lineup,” and could be activated off long-term injured reserve in time for the team’s game Tuesday against the Minnesota Wild, reports Arpon Basu of The Athletic.

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'We didn’t deserve that game': the habs are the master of comebacks in the NHL this season

The Montreal Canadiens picked up a huge two points last night against a direct division rival, the Ottawa Senators. It was a very important game, and the Habs succeeded in fulfilling their objective.

Cole Caufield News / Field Level Media / January 17

Cole Caufield's OT goal propels Canadiens past Senators

Cole Caufield scored his second goal of the game, a slapshot off an assist from Lane Hutson, 33 seconds into overtime, to give the Montreal Canadiens a 6-5 victory over the host Ottawa Senators.

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 18

An incredible comeback at the end of the game gives the habs the victory

On Saturday evening, the Canadiens visited the Senators in Ottawa. A few minutes before the start of the game, the Habs announced that Samuel Blais was giving up his place in the lineup to Jake Evans.

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Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / January 17

Patrik Laine’s wife is 'mentally preparing' for the deadline

There’s a lot of talk about the Canadiens’ surplus of forwards these days. The injured players are returning to play in Montreal. That means, eventually, there’s going to be a surplus, and big decisions are going to have to be made.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 17

Samuel Blais gives up his spot to Jake Evans

With just a few minutes to go before the Montreal Canadiens face off against the Ottawa Senators, the Montreal club announced a number of changes to the line-up.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / January 17

Jacob Fowler loses in his return to the AHL

This afternoon, the Laval Rocket took on the Manitoba Moose at Place Bell. The match was particularly interesting in that it featured Jacob Fowler in net.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 17

Canadiens Activate Jake Evans Off LTIR

After opening a pair of roster spots on Friday following the demotions of goalie Jacob Fowler and center Owen Beck to AHL Laval, it seemed likely that

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 17

David Reinbacher: Hughes and Gorton have already corrected the situation with Noah Dobson

Would the Canadiens have snapped up Dobson in the event of Reinbacher’s normal development? It’s certainly doubtful… and I’d say, even more so than last summer.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 17

The Montreal Canadiens Have Two Untradeable Assets

When comparing the various assets of NHL teams, there is a tendency to focus solely on the players. In the case of Montreal, this would be a mistake. Of course, there is no argument that the players are important.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 17

Jake Evans 'expected to play' tonight | Samuel Montembeault in net

Tonight, the Canadiens take on the Senators in Ottawa. The club will meet up with its division rival… and for the occasion, we also expected to see some reinforcements.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 17

Insider hints at Canadiens trading former fifth-overall pick

Very few teams in the NHL have perfected the rebuild as the Montreal Canadiens appear to have just done. After a surprise trip to the Stanley Cup Final in 2020–21, the Habs bottomed out one season and missed the playoffs by a sizeable margin in each of the next two.

Bryce Pickford News / Dose.ca / January 17

Bryce Pickford: a modern-day record that gives pause for thought

We’re all aware of the extraordinary seasons enjoyed by Michael Hage and Alexander Zharovsky, the Canadiens’ two top-tier forward prospects. And on defense, we’re still pinning our hopes on David Reinbacher, and we’ve had a glimpse of Adam Engstrom’s potential.

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Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / January 17

Ice time among rookies: Ivan Demidov ranks only 29th

Ivan Demidov is a real gem of a hockey player. The Canadiens are very fortunate to have him on their team, and to see him develop little by little with each game.

Lane Hutson News / The Hockey Writers / January 17

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson Reaches 100 Career Assists

Lane Hutson continues to rewrite the record books, and on Tuesday night against the Buffalo Sabres, the Montreal Canadiens’ young defenseman reached yet another remarkable milestone.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 17

Canadiens Justifiably Make Fowler Odd Man Out in Net for Now

Even Carey Price got sent down, once upon a time. Remember that if anyone dares suggest the Montreal Canadiens’ decision to send Jacob Fowler to the Laval Rocket on Friday was the wrong move.

Brendan Gallagher News / Professor Press Box / January 17

Canadiens Will Need Depth to Score Against the Senators

Saturday night against the Ottawa Senators won’t be about highlight goals or star power. Brendan Gallagher said it plainly: games like this get tight, emotional, and physical—and that’s when the bottom six has to matter.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / January 17

Michael Hage scores a beautiful goal in a game against LJ Mooney

It was game night for several university hockey teams. One game pitted two habs prospects against each other, as Michael Hage and the University of Michigan visited LJ Mooney and the University of Minnesota.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 16

Canadiens Reassign Owen Beck, Jacob Fowler

The Canadiens announced they’ve loaned center Owen Beck and goaltender Jacob Fowler to AHL Laval. They’re now left with two open roster spots – one of which could go to LTIR-bound Kirby Dach as he nears a return from a foot fracture, Eric Engels of Sportsnet speculates.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

3 Prospects the Canadiens Should Target in the 2026 NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens’ rebuild has been built around patience, smart drafting, and identifying value where others might hesitate. This summer, the Habs could look to target prospects with strong upside, specific tools, and room to grow within their development system.

Alexander Zharovsky News / The Sick Podcast / January 15

January Update On Alexander Zharovsky

It’s been a few weeks since I provided an update on how Alexander Zharovsky is playing over in the KHL. With that being said, there is no better time than the middle of the month, when Zharovsky is coming off a game with a beautiful goal.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / January 15

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson becomes second-fastest defenseman to record 100 assists

Montreal Canadiens’ defenseman Lane Hutson etched his name in the record books Thursday night, becoming the second-fastest defenseman in NHL history to record 100 career assists.

Alexandre Texier News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Intended Short-Term Texier Fix Is Now a Key Canadiens Win

What started as a short-term patch for the Montreal Canadiens has turned into one of the organization’s smartest bets of the season. When Alexandre Texier signed a one-year, $1 million deal with the Habs on Nov.

Alexandre Texier News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 14

Canadiens Sign Alexandre Texier To Two-Year Extension

According to his agent, Dan Milstein, Alexandre Texier has signed a two-year, $5MM ($2.5MM AAV) extension with the Montreal Canadiens. Texier originally joined the Canadiens on a one-year, $1MM contract in November after his previous contract with the St.

Michael Hage News / Daily Faceoff / January 13

What top Canadiens prospect Michael Hage needs to improve to get to the NHL

For as good as Michael Hage has been this season, there might be some things he needs to work on in order to reach the next level. The Montreal Canadiens prospect has had a fruitful start to the 2025-26 season.