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Alexandre Texier’s Strong Return Forces Canadiens Into Difficult Decisions

Alexandre Texier found himself in a difficult situation when he returned to the Montreal Canadiens to face the Ottawa Senators. With Cole Caufield sidelined by illness, Texier was placed on Montreal’s top line with Nick Suzuki and Juraj Slafkovsky.

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Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky Sets Historic Franchise Milestone

Juraj Slafkovsky’s stardom has never been higher. After his impressive showing at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games for Slovakia — he scored four goals and

Patrik Laine News / The Hockey Writers / March 12

4 Reasons the Canadiens Didn’t Trade Patrik Laine

The rumour mill ran hot on Patrik Laine for most of February. His $8.7 million average annual value contract is expiring, the Montreal Canadiens were in a playoff spot they had not fully committed to chasing, and a former 44-goal scorer sitting in the press box looked like a trade waiting to happen.

Jacob Fowler News / Daily Faceoff / March 12

Jacob Fowler deserves more starts for the Canadiens

Hours after being recalled from the AHL, goaltender Jacob Fowler made an immediate impact for the Montreal Canadiens, stopping 32 shots in a 3-2 win over the Ottawa Senators Wednesday night.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Montreal Canadiens: Craig Button Reveals Why Goalie Jacob Fowler Should Be Starter in Playoffs

Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler started a game on Wednesday night against the Ottawa Senators. He was sensational as he recorded 32 saves for Montreal in a 3-2 win over Ottawa.

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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

Alexandre Texier News / Dose.ca / March 12

Alexandre Texier: Not the only difficult decision awaiting Martin St-Louis

Yesterday, Alexandre Texier played… by necessity. The Frenchman, who had been left out of the Canadiens’ last few games, found a way to make himself useful on the first line, replacing Cole Caufield.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / March 12

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.

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.

Cole Caufield 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

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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.

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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 / 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.

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 / 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