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Is It Time For The Habs To Develop Xhekaj As A Forward?

Is It Time For The Habs To Develop Xhekaj As A Forward?

During Sunday’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes, with Josh Anderson out of the lineup with an illness and Alexandre Texier still injured, the Montreal Canadiens opted to play Arber Xhekaj on the wing.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / March 30
Two positives and two negatives in Canadiens’ 3–1 win over Carolina

Two positives and two negatives in Canadiens’ 3–1 win over Carolina

The Montreal Canadiens found another way to get it done on Sunday, grinding out a 3-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes to push their streak to five straight.

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / March 30
Contract: Ivan Demidov’s agent has his own ways (and CH fans have reason to be concerned)

Contract: Ivan Demidov’s agent has his own ways (and CH fans have reason to be concerned)

Ivan Demidov is already one of the most creative and talented players in the National Hockey League. You know, when you're being compared to guys like Nikita Kucherov and Pavel Datsyuk even though you're only 20… That's exactly what the Russian's agent did in a recent interview with Arpon Basu (The Athletic).

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 30
Canadiens’ 3 Best Potential Playoff Opponents

Canadiens’ 3 Best Potential Playoff Opponents

The Montreal Canadiens are inching closer to meaningful hockey in April, and with the Eastern Conference race as tight as it is, playoff matchups are becoming a real conversation.

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The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 30
Kirby Dach’s spot is alongside Patrik Laine on the bench

Kirby Dach’s spot is alongside Patrik Laine on the bench

A closer look at the Canadiens' roster. Yesterday, on offense, the Canadiens played Arber Xhekaj as the 12th forward. We all agree that this was a last-resort move, given that the team was in trouble.

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

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

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / March 30
Jakub Dobes is the NHL’s First Star of the Week

Jakub Dobes is the NHL’s First Star of the Week

No surprise there. With three wins, a 1.33 goals-against average, and a .962 save percentage over the past week, Jakub Dobes was named the NHL's First Star of the Week.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / March 30
Michael Hage’s Contract: Three Factors to Consider in Figuring Out the Canadiens’ Plan

Michael Hage’s Contract: Three Factors to Consider in Figuring Out the Canadiens’ Plan

Logically, one might think that, in an ideal world, the Canadiens would want to bring Michael Hage into the NHL club's environment as quickly as possible.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 30
Five straight wins in regulation: a first for the Canadiens since 2017

Five straight wins in regulation: a first for the Canadiens since 2017

With yesterday's win, the Canadiens have put themselves in a strong position for the rest of the season. As of this morning, the Montreal club has a 99% chance of making the playoffs.

Cole Caufield News / Dose.ca / March 30
You shouldn’t play for Cole Caufield

You shouldn’t play for Cole Caufield

The Canadiens won yesterday in Carolina. Even though they didn't necessarily deserve to win based on how they played, Martin St-Louis's team found a way to win thanks to Jakub Dobes (who was solid) and the first line.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 30
Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes gets ‘unbelievable’ Nick Suzuki praise after Hurricanes win

Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes gets ‘unbelievable’ Nick Suzuki praise after Hurricanes win

The Montreal Canadiens are on track to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. Captain Nick Suzuki is having a career season, and goaltender Jakub Dobes has continued to improve every game.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 29
Canadiens' Lane Hutson makes NHL history in win over Hurricanes

Canadiens' Lane Hutson makes NHL history in win over Hurricanes

Making a statement as a team wasn't the only headline to come out of the Montreal Canadiens' 3-1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday.

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Jakub Dobes News / The Sick Podcast / March 29
Jakub Dobes Steals A Win For Habs In Carolina

Jakub Dobes Steals A Win For Habs In Carolina

The Montreal Canadiens won 3-1 on Sunday against the Carolina Hurricanes to sweep the season series despite getting heavily outchanced for almost the entire game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / March 29
Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield propel Canadiens past Hurricanes

Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield propel Canadiens past Hurricanes

Nick Suzuki had two goals and an assist to help the Montreal Canadiens rally for their fifth straight win, 3-1 against the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday in Raleigh, N.C.

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Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / March 30
Arber Xhekaj could remain in the starting lineup for several games

Arber Xhekaj could remain in the starting lineup for several games

Some evenings go unnoticed… and others raise an eyebrow. Tonight's game clearly falls into the second category. Because seeing Arber Xhekaj on offense is no ordinary sight.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / March 29
Michael Hage is headed to the Frozen Four

Michael Hage is headed to the Frozen Four

Michael Hage will have to wait a little longer before arriving in Montreal. The Canadiens will have to wait… a little longer. Thanks to a 4-3 victory today over the University of Minnesota, the University of Michigan has advanced in the NCAA tournament and will now compete in the Frozen Four.

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / March 29
Jakub Dobes shines again against the Hurricanes

Jakub Dobes shines again against the Hurricanes

The Canadiens faced the Eastern Conference-leading Carolina Hurricanes earlier tonight. Arber Xhekaj returned to the lineup for the Habs, but not as a defenseman.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 29
Next year, Nick Suzuki and Lane Hutson will cost less than Kirill Kaprizov

Next year, Nick Suzuki and Lane Hutson will cost less than Kirill Kaprizov

Kent Hughes and Jeff Gordon have done an excellent job since joining the Canadiens. In just a few years, the Canadiens' front office has built a competitive team that should be among the NHL's elite for years to come.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / March 29
The 2nd Line Leads Habs To 4th Straight Win

The 2nd Line Leads Habs To 4th Straight Win

The Montreal Canadiens beat the Nashville Predators 4-1 on Saturday night, led by their second line of Alex Newhook, Oliver Kapanen, and Ivan Demidov, who all scored a goal in the victory that extended their winning streak to four games.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 29
Surging Canadiens chase second win in a week vs. Hurricanes

Surging Canadiens chase second win in a week vs. Hurricanes

The Montreal Canadiens will look to extend their winning streak to five games when they visit the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday in Raleigh, N.C. The Canadiens (41-21-10, 92 points) are coming off a 4-1 victory against the Nashville Predators on Saturday to improve to 8-3-0 in their past 11 games.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 29
Canadiens’ Fowler Makes Strong Case to Start in Playoffs over Dobes

Canadiens’ Fowler Makes Strong Case to Start in Playoffs over Dobes

An odd bounce prevented Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler from earning the shutout, as the Habs earned a critical 4-1 road victory over the Nashville Predators on Saturday, their fourth in a row.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / March 29
Samuel Montembeault ranks among the NHL’s top goalies over their last 10 games

Samuel Montembeault ranks among the NHL’s top goalies over their last 10 games

Samuel Montembeault is no longer part of the Habs' plans. At least, he's not part of them for now. Yesterday, he took part in practice, but even though the Habs are in Carolina today, they've decided to stick with Dobes as Jacob Fowler's backup.

Cole Caufield News / Field Level Media / March 28
Cole Caufield scores 45th as Canadiens begin road trip with fourth straight victory

Cole Caufield scores 45th as Canadiens begin road trip with fourth straight victory

Jacob Fowler stopped 23 of the 24 shots he faced to help the Montreal Canadiens kick off their critical five-game road trip with a 4-1 victory over the Nashville Predators on Saturday.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28
Why Caufield Could Be Montreal’s X-Factor in the Playoffs

Why Caufield Could Be Montreal’s X-Factor in the Playoffs

Cole Caufield is having one of those seasons that feels like a nonstop highlight reel. He isn’t just putting up numbers for the Montreal Canadiens; he’s deciding games.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / March 27
Canadiens sign Owen Protz to three-year, entry-level contract

Canadiens sign Owen Protz to three-year, entry-level contract

The Montreal Canadiens announced on Friday that they have signed prospect Owen Protz to a three-year, entry-level contract. The deal will begin next season and run through the 2028-29 campaign.

Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27
Canadiens’ Secret Weapon: Hutson Is Redefining the Blue Line

Canadiens’ Secret Weapon: Hutson Is Redefining the Blue Line

Lane Hutson’s season with the Montreal Canadiens has that rare kind of feel to it. The young defenceman is mixing creativity, poise, and nonstop energy into something that’s actually changing games.

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