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On YouTubeJakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / December 23
'He’s faltering': Jakub Dobes would benefit from playing with the Rocket, according to Stéphane Waite
What will the Canadiens do with their three goaltenders? Eventually, Samuel Montembeault will no longer be able to play with the Laval Rocket, and the Canadiens will have to decide what to do to give everyone some playing time.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 23
Canadiens Look Better Away From Montreal
The Montreal Canadiens’ season has been defined by progress, growth, and flashes of promise from a young core. Yet one trend continues to stand out, and not in a positive way.
Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 23
Montreal Canadiens 2025 Christmas Wishlist
As we head into the holidays, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves in solid standing. They are currently in the top three in the Atlantic Division and the top-ten overall in the NHL.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 22
Canadiens HC Martin St. Louis must address Nick Suzuki problem soon
When Martin St. Louis sent his captain, Nick Suzuki, over the boards to try and tie the game in a shootout against the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Canadiens' fate was almost sealed.
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 / Yardbarker / December 22
Why did Canadiens reverse course on goalie Samuel Montembeault?
The Canadiens' explanation raised eyebrows among some observers.
Phillip Danault News / Dose.ca / December 22
Allan Walsh stands by his statement: Phillip Danault never asked to be traded
Last Friday, Phillip Danault was traded to the Canadiens. The québécois had been the subject of rumors for several days, and finally ended up in Montreal in exchange for a second-round pick.
Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / December 22
Hage Looking Great In Pre-Tournament Action
The Team Canada World Juniors squad has played 2 pre-tournament games thus far, and one of their standouts early on has been Montreal Canadiens prospect Michael Hage.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 22
Waivers or trade for Monty: Either way, it’s not a good idea
What’s next for Samuel Montembeault? That’s a good question. Because it’s true that it’s starting to get a little complicated with the success Jacob Fowler is enjoying in the National League, even though he’s still so young.
Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / December 22
Nick Suzuki looks tired (and it won’t get any better with the arrival of his baby and the Olympics)
Last night in Pittsburgh, the first line was virtually invisible. Nick Suzuki didn’t have a big one in him, and the same can be said for Cole Caufield and Zachary Bolduc.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 22
Geoff Molson admits it: the habs have turned the corner in its rebuilding process
The last few years have not always been easy for the Montreal Canadiens. The club made it to the Stanley Cup Final in 2021, and then it got tougher. A rebuild began and the Habs missed the playoffs for three straight seasons.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 22
Canadiens Going to a 3-Goalie System Isn’t the Answer
The Montreal Canadiens have been here before. Goaltending depth, once considered a luxury, can quickly become a complication. With Jacob Fowler’s strong
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 22
The habs have the 5th most difficult schedule in the NHL between now and the end of the season
If the NHL playoffs kicked off tonight, the Canadiens would be in with a shout. But… But that doesn’t automatically mean we’ll see the Habs in the playoffs in April.
Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / December 22
A dislocated kneecap, Suzuki on the bench please, a headache, and Gallagher soon to be surplus to requirements
Today officially marks the beginning of the holiday season in my mind. First, because it’s THE week of Christmas and everyone finally seems less in “work” mode , but also because the days are (finally) getting longer since the winter solstice yesterday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 21
Sidney Crosby breaks longtime Penguins franchise record
The Pittsburgh Penguins' 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday night was significant for several reasons
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 21
Phillip Danault's first words to Canadiens fans following Kings trade
Two days after being traded from the Los Angeles Kings to the Montreal Canadiens, forward Phillip Danault shared a message with the fans.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 21
Canadiens alter goaltending plan before game vs. Penguins
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault spent the past few days on loan to the Laval Rocket. The Quebec-born player had been assigned to the AHL for a conditioning loan, but something changed since then.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 21
Montreal Canadiens Recall Sammy Blais
The Montreal Canadiens announced today that forward Sammy Blais has been recalled from the club’s AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket. The move appears to be a response to an injury suffered last night by veteran forward Jake Evans.
NHL News / Field Level Media / December 21
Fresh off shutout, Canadiens look to add to Penguins' woes
The Montreal Canadiens will look to sweep the season series against the Penguins on Sunday when the teams complete a home-and-home set in Pittsburgh. Josh Anderson scored two goals and Jacob Fowler made 31 saves for his first career shutout as the Canadiens blanked the Penguins 4-0 on Saturday night in Montreal.
Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 21
Montreal Canadiens Defence Once Kaiden Guhle Returns
Montreal Canadiens defender Kaiden Guhle has been seen skating in Brossard, Quebec as of late. Thus, hinting at an imminent return from injury. Due to the recent acquisition of Phillip Danault, Guhle, along with Kirby Dach, were placed on long-term injured reserve for salary cap reasons.
Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / December 21
Canadiens Kent Hughes Explains Sam Montembeault's AHL Assignment
Samuel Montembeault is playing in the AHL, and Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes wants everyone to understand why. The veteran goaltender was assigned to the Laval Rocket, and according to Hughes, the move has nothing to do with doubting Montembeault's talent.
Jacob Fowler News / Field Level Media / December 20
Canadiens rookie Jacob Fowler blanks Penguins for first shutout
Jacob Fowler made 31 saves for his first career shutout in the host Montreal Canadiens' 4-0 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night. The 21-year-old
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20
Canadiens Place Kaiden Guhle And Kirby Dach On LTIR
When the Canadiens acquired Phillip Danault a little before the holiday roster freeze, they added a $5.5MM price tag to their books. Even after assigning
Jared Davidson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20
Montreal Canadiens Reassign Jared Davidson
After acquiring Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings yesterday evening, the Montreal Canadiens had one extra player on their active roster. To return to compliance, the Canadiens announced that they’ve assigned forward Jared Davidson to the AHL’s Laval Rocket.
Zachary Bolduc News / NHL Trade Talk / December 19
Zachary Bolduc Starting to Make Waves With the Canadiens
Sometimes a player just sort of slides into your lineup without making a fuss. That’s been Zachary Bolduc this season with the Montreal Canadiens. He didn’t come in with much noise, or didn’t get packaged as a “thing.” He just played, kept playing, and didn’t give the coaches a reason to take him out of the lineup.
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