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Habs: According to JiC, Alexis Lafrenière is the missing piece of the first line

Since Juraj Slafkovsky was paired with the Ivan Demidov and Oliver Kapanen line, he has been the Montreal Canadiens’ best forward. This line is probably the best the Habs have had since the Slovak joined them.

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January Update On Alexander Zharovsky

It’s been a few weeks since I provided an update on how Alexander Zharovsky is playing over in the KHL. With that being said, there is no better time than the middle of the month, when Zharovsky is coming off a game with a beautiful goal.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / January 15

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson becomes second-fastest defenseman to record 100 assists

Montreal Canadiens’ defenseman Lane Hutson etched his name in the record books Thursday night, becoming the second-fastest defenseman in NHL history to record 100 career assists.

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / January 15

'For me, it’s unfortunately over for Patrik Laine.'

Patrik Laine arrived last year as the savior of the powerplay, scoring 15 of his 20 goals (in 52 games) with the man advantage. Without a doubt, he’s got what it takes to be a threat with the puck, but we all know he drags his feet too much and that makes him a real nuisance.

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The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Alexandre Texier News / Dose.ca / January 15

Alexandre Texier signed because the habs 'have a chance' to win the Stanley Cup by 2028

Alexandre Texier is one of the great stories of the Canadiens’ season so far. He arrived in Montreal with the goal of reviving his career(even though the Habs were considering trading him at the deadline), and that’s exactly what happened.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 15

LeBrun: Habs As Cap Strong As Any Team In The League

On Wednesday night’s episode of the Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro and his guest Pierre LeBrun discussed the Montreal Canadiens’ cap situation in the future, after the recent signing of Alexandre Texier, particularly as of the 2027-28 season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 15

Jacob Fowler selected for AHL All-Star Game (along with Adam Engström and Laurent Dauphin)

Jacob Fowler played a total of 15 games this season in the American League. And do you know what? He’s been so good that he’s been selected to play in the AHL All-Star Game.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Canadiens’ Team Culture Is Shaping Player Development

In hockey’s modern landscape, player development has moved well beyond traditional on-ice repetitions and general fitness routines. As teams invest more

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 15

Practice: Jacob Fowler tonight | Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov back on the first wave

This morning, the Canadiens practiced in Buffalo in preparation for tonight’s game against the Sabres. Naturally, there were a few questions about the lineup.

Alexandre Texier News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Intended Short-Term Texier Fix Is Now a Key Canadiens Win

What started as a short-term patch for the Montreal Canadiens has turned into one of the organization’s smartest bets of the season. When Alexandre Texier signed a one-year, $1 million deal with the Habs on Nov.

Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / January 15

Here’s what it would cost to buy out Brendan Gallagher

Brendan Gallagher scored in his last game. And that’s a good thing. But you know as well as I do that the Montreal Canadiens’ little warrior just doesn’t get it done anymore.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

3 Players the Canadiens Need More From to Finish the Season

The Montreal Canadiens have exceeded expectations at different points this season, staying competitive despite injuries, lineup juggling, and a young core still learning how to win consistently in the NHL.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / January 15

Canadiens at the deadline: Three things to keep in mind for Kent Hughes

If Kent Hughes wants to improve his team at the trade deadline in preparation for the playoffs, he’ll have to get up early to make his move. I say this because the GM himself has said that it will be hard to make a move between now and the deadline.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

The Canadiens’ Top Scorers This Season Might Surprise Fans

If you’ve been following the Montréal Canadiens this season, one thing is clear: this roster doesn’t lean on a single superstar to carry the load. Looking at the top 10 scorers, there are some surprises—and a few insights about how this team is trying to spread the offence across the lineup.

Alexandre Texier News / The Hockey Writers / January 15