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Canadiens’ Jacob Fowler Continues to Impress Despite Limited Action

Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jacob Fowler hasn’t been able to find consistent NHL playing time so far during the 2025-26 campaign. Much of that is due to the depth the Canadiens have in net, with starter Jakub Dobes and backup Sam Montembeault manning the crease for the majority of the season.

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Here’s how Samuel Montembeault and Martin St-Louis reacted to 'the Monty situation.'

Yesterday, Jacob Fowler was excellent against the Senators. Naturally, we now wonder whether the American goalie will stay in Montreal for long and when his next game for the Habs will be.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / March 12

There’s already talk of a series for Jacob Fowler: he was that good yesterday.

Yesterday, the Canadiens sent a message to Samuel Montembeault by recalling Jacob Fowler and seeing the Rocket, in turn, call up a Lions goalie. Many people already wanted to see Jakub Dobes play two games in two nights (in two different cities) to avoid using the Quebec native, but the organization went even further by calling up a young player.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / March 12

Big Ten: A four-point game for Michael Hage

The Big Ten tournament is currently underway in the NCAA. Michael Hage, who plays for Michigan, is part of the action. And yesterday, in what is a playoff game (quarterfinals), the Canadiens prospect stood out.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 11

Canadiens complete back-to-back sweep with win over Senators

Ivan Demidov scored the go-ahead goal at 12:40 of the third period and the Montreal Canadiens rallied for a 3-2 win over the Senators in Ottawa. The Montreal forward knocked in the rebound after Linus Ullmark made the initial save against Alex Newhook on the rush but could not hold the puck.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 11

Canadiens’ Cole Caufield Out With Illness

Montreal Canadiens winger Cole Caufield will miss Wednesday night’s game against the Ottawa Senators due to illness. He will be replaced by Alexandre Texier per Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / March 12

NHL Rumors: Canadiens were close to acquiring a right-handed defenseman; one team in the West was interested in Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: Believe that the Montreal Canadiens were trying to acquire a top-line calibre forward at the trade deadline. Sources

Jacob Fowler News / The Sick Podcast / March 11

The Canadiens And Jacob Fowler Are Set to Face The Senators Tonight

The Montreal Canadiens (35-18-10) are in Ottawa tonight to take on the Senators (32-22-9) in their second game of a back-to-back, following a low-scoring affair against the Toronto Maple Leafs, which they won 3-1 on Tuesday.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / March 11

Can Canadiens push for top spot in Atlantic Division?

After all the buzz following Sunday’s 8-7 game-of-the-year candidate between the Buffalo Sabres and Tampa Bay Lightning, you could be forgiven for thinking the Atlantic Division crown will come down to a race between those two teams.

The 'Montreal Canadiens Hall of Famers' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / March 11

How the Canadiens’ Kids Became So Good, So Fast

When you focus on the Montréal Canadiens for a minute, you have to see that these kids are something else. NHL analyst Garry Galley was on The FAN Hockey Show, breaking down Juraj Slafkovsky.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 11

Canadiens’ Playoff Push Is Complicating Prospect Decisions

The Montreal Canadiens’ playoff pursuit is now in direct conflict with their strategy for prospect development. Choices that should focus on developing young talent are now complicated by the demands of salary cap management and the competitive pressures of a postseason race.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 11

Cole Caufield will not play: Alexandre Texier gets a big promotion

Things change quickly in the world of hockey. Alexandre Texier, who has gotten used to watching Canadiens games from the press gallery, will play with Nick Suzuki and Juraj Slafkovsky tonight.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 11

The Canadiens’ Third Line Is Becoming a Difference-Maker

For much of the season, the Montreal Canadiens have searched for consistency beyond their top scoring units. Recently, however, their third line of Jake Evans, Zachary Bolduc, and Kirby Dach has begun to carve out a role that goes well beyond simply providing depth.

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The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Team USA 2026 WBC roster' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / March 11

What’s working for the Canadiens right now?

One of the best teams in the Eastern Conference is well on its way to another postseason berth. The Montreal Canadiens have been playing excellent hockey this year, building off a rather surprising run to the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season.

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / March 11

'We love Montreal, but we want Patrik to play': Laine’s wife speaks from the heart

Patrik Laine was not traded before the deadline. The Canadiens were unable to find a partner to dance with… so they are still “stuck” with the Finn at the time of writing.

Lane Hutson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson makes even more NHL history in win vs. Leafs

Lane Hutson has been a revelation on the blue line for the Montreal Canadiens, winning the Calder Trophy in his rookie season in 2024-25 and taking his game to new heights this year.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / March 11

Canadiens Quick Hits: Kapanen, Danault, Dobes & Strong Game

The Montreal Canadiens keep finding ways to win, and Tuesday night was another example. Montreal beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3–1 at Bell Centre, controlling most of the game and extending its strong run to 7-1-3 in the last 11 games.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / March 11

Canadiens Recall Top Goalie Prospect

The Montreal Canadiens added some reinforcements as they try to cement their place in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Canadiens are in third place in the Atlantic Division, six points back of the Buffalo Sabres for first place.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / March 11

Key NHL matchups to Watch: Senators in Canadiens’ rearviev in all-Canadian matchup

The trade deadline has passed, which now means everyone’s rosters are set for the final stretch towards the playoffs. While we’re still far from the point of clinching scenarios, there are still some important games with plenty on the line for both teams every day.

David Reinbacher News / The Hockey Writers / March 11

Canadiens Need to Give David Reinbacher His First NHL Look

David Reinbacher’s development has been closely watched ever since the Montreal Canadiens selected him fifth overall in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. After dealing with injuries earlier in his career, the young defenceman is now finding his rhythm with the Laval Rocket.

Jacob Fowler News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 11

Candiens Recall Jacob Fowler

The Canadiens announced that they’ve recalled goaltender Jacob Fowler from AHL Laval. With no corresponding moves or injuries, arguably the top goalie prospect in the world returns to Montreal’s NHL roster to potentially form a three-goalie rotation down the stretch with Jakub Dobes and Sam Montembeault.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / March 11

By the Letters: 'M'—Remembering the Montreal Maroons

Back in the NHL’s early days, Montreal was a tale of ‘two sides of a city’. While the Montreal Canadiens franchise was considered to be the team for the French-speaking side, the Montreal Maroons were founded “for the English community in Montreal”.

Jake Evans News / Field Level Media / March 11

Jake Evans, Canadiens heating up entering showdown vs. Senators

Montreal's Jake Evans will look to extend his points streak to six games on Wednesday night when the Canadiens visit the Ottawa Senators. Montreal is in third place in the Atlantic Division after a 3-1 win over the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / March 10

Canadiens' Lane Hutson sets record for most assists by NHL defenseman within first 150 games

Lane Hutson continues to make history. The Montreal Canadiens defenseman is constantly hitting milestones and records, and he’s done it again on Tuesday by recording the most assists by an NHL defenseman within their first 150 games.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / March 10

Canadiens Nearly Pulled Off 'Significant' Deadline Trade, Says Insider

The Montreal Canadiens didn’t make any splashy moves at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, but it sounds like they came a lot closer than people might think.