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Jakub Dobes is on fire. The goalie was excellent AGAIN in front of the net last night against the Sabres: that makes eight wins in his last nine starts.

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NHL Rumours: Update on Montreal Canadiens Goaltender Situation

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re just days away from the Olympic break and while some players will be off to play in the games, others will enjoy a short vacation from the ice.

Alexandre Texier News / Dose.ca / February 1

Alexandre Texier did not participate in today’s practice

Last night, a few minutes before the Canadiens vs. Sabres game, the Habs announced that Alexandre Texier would miss the game. The Frenchman has a lower-body injury and will be evaluated on a day-to-day basis.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / February 1

Caufield and Dobes Lead Habs Past Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens went into Buffalo on Saturday and beat the red-hot Sabres team 4-2, thanks to 38 saves by Jakub Dobes and 2 huge goals by Cole Caufield.

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There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Cole Caufield News / Dose.ca / February 1

Cole Caufield is approaching the 50-goal mark

The Montreal Canadiens managed to win an extremely important game last night against the Buffalo Sabres, winning 4-2 in what is considered a four-point game.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 31

Canadiens extend one streak, end another with win over Sabres

Cole Caufield scored two third-period goals and Jakub Dobes totaled 36 saves as the Montreal Canadiens earned a 4-2 road victory over the rival Buffalo Sabres on Saturday.

Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / January 31

Big 3-point Night For Michael Hage On Friday

On Friday night, Montreal Canadiens top prospect Michael Hage had one of his best playmaking nights of the season for the Michigan Wolverines, where he registered 3 assists in a 6-4 victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Joe Veleno News / Dose.ca / January 31

Joe Veleno will replace Alex Texier tonight

A few minutes before the game, the habs announced that they would be making a change to their lineup. Alex Texier will be replaced by Joe Veleno. The French player has a lower-body injury.

Kaiden Guhle News / The Sick Podcast / January 31

Should The Habs Consider Trading Guhle?

During Thursday night’s game against the Colorado Avalanche, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle had another injury scare when he was caught with his head down in the offensive zone as defenseman Josh Manson hit him up high, causing the Habs blueliner to lie on the ice in agony for a few moments.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 31

Cole Caufield snubbed for the Olympics: Nick Suzuki criticizes Team USA’s decision

The men’s Olympic hockey tournament will begin in about ten days. And for the first time in 12 years, NHL players will be able to represent their countries.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 31

Does the Habs still need draft picks? | When will Slaf be given new responsibilities?

It’s reassuring to know that the management of a team as closely scrutinized as the Canadiens is often ahead of the analysis of its most avid fans and observers.

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / January 31

According to Jakub Dobes, Marco Marciano’s assistance made the difference on Thursday night

The Canadiens made a change to their goalie coach this week. Eric Raymond, who had been in the position since 2021, lost his job, and Marco Marciano came in to replace him.

Kaiden Guhle News / The Hockey Writers / January 31

Canadiens Must Weigh Pros and Cons of Trading Guhle

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle is a good, even great player. Good, even great players get traded all the time, though. And, if a team is only

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 31

Five of the six best teams since November are in the Atlantic Division

The Montreal Canadiens are having a very good 2025-2026 season so far, especially considering their progress compared to recent seasons. The Habs’ performance puts them in strong contention for the playoffs.

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 31

Zayne Parekh on Michael Hage: 'He’s much more talented than I am.'

Last night, Michael Hage had three assists in a win over Ohio State, already surpassing his point total from last season. The Montreal Canadiens’ top prospect is progressing very well and is on track to turn pro with a wealth of potential.

Adam Engstrom News / Dose.ca / January 31

Superb goal in overtime: Adam Engstrom seriously deserves a call-up

The Laval Rocket is once again having an excellent season, currently sitting atop the North Division. Last night, Pascal Vincent’s team was in Syracuse to face the Crunch in a very important game, given that the Crunch is just behind the Rocket in the division standings.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / January 30

NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Showing Interest Blues Forwards

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re less than a week away from the Olympic break, and teams are in a heated battle for playoff contention.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 30

Canadiens’ Slafkovsky’s Growth & Experience Will Accelerate Due to Olympic Participation

The Montreal Canadiens have four players participating in the 2026 Olympic Games in Milano, Italy: Nick Suzuki (Canada), Alexandre Texier (France), Oliver

Jacob Fowler News / The Hockey Writers / January 30

Canadiens’ Jacob Fowler Should Finish the Season in Montreal After the Olympic Break

As the Montreal Canadiens are soon heading into the Olympic break, one intriguing option quietly sits on the table: bringing Jacob Fowler back to Montreal to finish the season following the break.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 30

2026 NHL Draft Rankings: Midseason top 64

This is as fluid an NHL Draft as I’ve covered. The 2025 NHL Draft saw James Hagens start the season as the projected No. 1, only for Matthew Schaefer to overtake him by December.

Martin St. Louis News / Breakaway on SI / January 30

Martin St. Louis Leaning on New Canadiens Goalie Coach

The Montreal Canadiens made a coaching change on Jan. 28 that exposed something head coach Martin St. Louis rarely discusses. When asked about the organization's decision to fire goalie coach Eric Raymond and promote Marco Marciano from Laval, St.