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Following Florian Xhekaj, Gleb Pugachyov is the CH’s new 'unicorn'

In 2023, the Canadiens drafted Florian Xhekaj in the fourth round. In the eyes of many, he was coming to town as “the other guy's brother”… but Nick Bobrov saw a lot more than that.

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Gleb Pugachyov wants to skate with Demidov and Zharovsky in Montreal this summer

Last night, the CH selected Gleb Pugachyov with the 26th overall pick. In doing so, they secured a Russian winger who is clearly not afraid of physical play.

Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / June 27

Martin St-Louis has previously coached Cooper Cleaves

With the 93rd overall pick in the 2026 draft, the Canadiens selected Cooper Cleaves. He's described as a 6'3″ defenseman who models his game after Zach Whitecloud's.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27

Gleb Pugachyov: There’s a good chance he’ll participate in the CH’s development camp

So? Are you happy with the Canadiens' pick last night in the first round of the draft? The Habs stepped up to draft Gleb Pugachyov, a big forward from Russia who looks like a refrigerator on skates when you see him on the ice.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27

The Canadiens could make a move in the next few hours

The draft will resume at 11 a.m. this morning. The Canadiens still have seven picks. Their first pick will come at the end of the second round, 61st overall.

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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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27

When are we going to close the deal, Kent?

For a young team, having a first-round pick is important—especially after not having one in 2025. Seeing Gleb Pugachyov join the organization is great news.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27

First Round: The Canadiens Aren’t a Draft Pick, According to Scott Wheeler

The first round of the draft is behind us. It was a long night. For those watching it on TV, it was better than last year… but let's just say it's not the most exciting event of the year.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27

Gleb Pugachyov: The Canadian has tried to move up in the draft on numerous occasions

The Montreal Canadiens were very quiet last night, even though the NHL Draft offered an evening full of surprises and trades, such as those involving J.J.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 27

Montreal Canadiens Select Power Forward Gleb Pugachyov 26th Overall

The Montreal Canadiens traded the 28th pick along with a 3rd round pick in 2027 to the Vegas Golden Knights to move up to pick 26 and select Russian forward Gleb Pugachyov, who has been developing in the Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod organization.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / June 27

Kent Hughes says he’s confident: he’ll make a trade

Trading Luke Tuch and William Trudeau and moving up in the draft—those are trades. But when people say that Habs fans are expecting a trade from Kent Hughes, that's not exactly the first thing that comes to mind, let's say.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Canadiens select Gleb Pugachyov No. 26 overall in 2026 NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens prioritized a high floor with the No. 26 selection in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft by picking hulking Russian winger Gleb Pugachyov.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27

Gleb Pugachyov: Two More Years on His Contract in Russia

Gleb Pugachyov. Let's start right away by learning how to spell his name. He was the player the Canadiens had their sights set on in the draft. With the 26th overall pick (Kent Hughes moved up two spots), the Habs seem proud of their move.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 27

The Canadiens step up and draft Gleb Pugachyov with the 26th overall pick

As we know, the Canadiens have been trying to make trades to improve their roster over the past few weeks. And in the eyes of many, it was only a matter of time before the Habs' first-round pick (28th overall) was traded for that very purpose.

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / June 26

The Sharks draft Kirby Dach’s cousin with the ninth overall pick

The first round of the NHL Draft kicked off at 7 p.m. tonight. And, as expected, Gavin McKenna was selected first overall by the Maple Leafs. So, everything went according to plan.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 26

Will The Canadiens Pick Another Russian With Their 1st Pick In The 2026 NHL Entry Draft?

It is officially Draft Day, and while it was rumoured early on that the Montreal Canadiens were looking to move their 1st round pick in this year’s draft, it is now seeming more and more likely that they will step up to the podium and pick at #28 tonight.

Patrik Laine News / Professor Press Box / June 26

The Canucks, the Canadiens, and the Laine Question

It's almost certain that the Montréal Canadiens want to move Patrik Laine. And one reader suggested he might be a nice, low-budget addition for the Vancouver Canucks.

Kirill Marchenko News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26

Canadiens put massive offer on the table for Kirill Marchenko

NHL insider Frank Seravalli said on Frankly Hockey Friday afternoon that the Montreal Canadiens are making a big play for a stud forward from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26

Canadiens Calling on Big Names Just Hours Before the 2026 NHL Draft

According to NHL insider and The Athletic columnist Pierre LeBrun, the Montreal Canadiens have several irons in the fire head into Friday night’s NHL draft.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 26

Montreal Canadiens Acquire Brett Berard

The Montreal Canadiens are acquiring forward Brett Berard from the New York Rangers in exchange for prospect defenseman William Trudeau. The trade was first reported by Peter Baugh of The Athletic, while Mollie Walker of the New York Post first reported Trudeau’s inclusion.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 26