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Six Reasons Behind the Current Rumor Frenzy in Montreal

Today is June 17, nine days before the amateur draft and exactly two weeks before the free-agent market opens. I don't recall a year, however, when trade rumors were as numerous as they are this year.

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RUMOR | Two centers linked to the Canadiens traded for each other

Several names have been linked to the Canadiens since the start of the offseason. Of course, we'll have to see what Kent Hughes can do with all this, since we know that landing any of these players won't exactly be easy.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / June 16

Canadiens Richard vs Béliveau: Why Is the Answer Complicated?

When you talk about the greatest forwards in Montreal Canadiens history, you don’t really start with a debate — you start with two names that feel like they belong in the foundation of the franchise.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 16

Mike Babcock: The NHL is investigating an incident involving Patrik Laine

Yesterday afternoon, the NHL officially launched an investigation into the Mike Babcock case. The coach, whom the Edmonton Oilers are looking to hire, has a bad reputation that precedes him, and the league wanted to shed light on the reasons that led him to resign from Columbus in 2023.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 16

The Canadiens are among the teams best positioned to make a hostile bid

It's shaping up to be an interesting summer in the NHL. Even though the free-agent market is as dry as the Sahara Desert, the trade market shouldn't disappoint.

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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.

Patrik Laine News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 16

The 6 best fits for Patrik Laine in free agency, per insider

Current Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine missed most of the 2025-26 NHL season because of injury, and he’s set to become an unrestricted free agent once the calendar flips to July.

Samuel Montembeault News / Trade Talk Sports / June 16

Oilers reportedly interested in Canadiens goaltender

The Oilers tried to make changes to solidify the goaltending position last season, but they didn’t work.

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Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / June 16

Brendan Gallagher (wearing his Canadiens jersey) was in Brossard this morning

Brendan Gallagher is still with the Montreal Canadiens organization. For how long? We don't know. But that hasn't stopped the veteran from participating in team activities, even amid rumors of his departure.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 16

3 Things We Learned About the Canadiens This Season

The Montreal Canadiens took another significant step forward this season. While there were ups and downs throughout the year, the organization learned a lot about where it stands in its rebuild and what the future may hold.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / June 16

RUMOR | The Oilers are reportedly targeting Samuel Montembeault

The Stanley Cup has been won, and trades are expected to be announced shortly in the NHL. Keep in mind that the amateur draft is just about ten days away… On the Canadiens, two players are more likely than others to be traded: Brendan Gallagher, of course, and Samuel Montembeault.

Bryce Pickford News / Dose.ca / June 15

Junior: Bryce Pickford is Canada’s Defenseman of the Year

Bryce Pickford’s name is starting to become more and more familiar among Montreal Canadiens fans. And if you've been following his season, you'll understand why I'm saying this.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 15

The buyout period and other key dates for the Canadiens

The Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup. As my colleague Maxime Truman said this morning, the Hurricanes have the potential to dominate for a few more years.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 15

PHOTOS: Alexander Zharovsky and Ivan Demidov practiced in Brossard this morning

Alexander Zharovksy is in Montreal. The young man will be spending a few weeks in the city this summer, which is a good thing because he'll be able to get familiar with the Canadiens' facilities.

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Kaiden Guhle News / The Sick Podcast / June 14

Could Kaiden Guhle Be A Trade Chip?

While the majority of trade chips that have been mentioned in discussions for the Montreal Canadiens to fill a roster need, such as getting a 2nd line

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / June 14

Ivan Demidov knows how important it is to stay in Montreal for a long time

This summer, Kent Hughes is likely to be active in the trade market. But there's also Zachary Bolduc to sign. The Quebec native will become a restricted free agent on July 1.

Paul Byron News / Dose.ca / June 14

What if Paul Byron became the Rocket’s next coach?

The Montreal Canadiens are currently searching for a new head coach for their farm team following Pascal Vincent's departure for Seattle. Over the past few days, several names have been circulating as potential replacements for Vincent in Laval.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / June 14

'The Canadiens have already shown their willingness to trade Alexander Zharovsky'

Alexander Zharovsky is a top prospect for the Montreal Canadiens. He's one of the best young players in the organization, and it's no surprise that Kent Hughes moved up in the last draft to select him at the very start of the second round.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13

Canadiens Off-Season Blueprint: Spend Smart, Don’t Move Core

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2026 offseason in an excellent position. After a strong 48-24-10 regular season (106 points), they battled through two competitive playoff series — including a hard-fought second-round win — before falling to the more experienced Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / June 13

The Canadiens' Success Has Created New Problems

For years, the Montreal Canadiens had a simple mission: accumulate young talent and be patient. That's easy to say and incredibly difficult to do. But to their credit, the organization stuck with it.

Brendan Gallagher News / Daily Faceoff / June 13

Which teams could use Brendan Gallagher’s experience?

With the NHL’s upcoming class of unrestricted free agents looking less than enticing, many contending teams could instead turn to the trade market this summer to bolster their roster for next season.

Nathan Clurman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 13

Pending UFA Nathan Clurman Signs In Swedish League

Last summer, defenseman Nathan Clurman signed with Montreal, hoping that he might have a better pathway to NHL playing time. However, that didn’t materialize and instead of testing his luck in July, he has opted to take a different path, as SHL Rogle announced that they’ve signed him to a one-year deal for next season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 13

Likeliest Canadiens Candidates to Regress in 2026-27

Few if any people had the Montreal Canadiens reaching the Eastern Conference Final on the strength of 106 points in the standings on their bingo card for this past season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 12

3 Laval Rocket Players Who Could Make the Jump to the Canadiens in 2026-27

The Montreal Canadiens took a major step forward this season, but the organization knows the work is far from over. One of the biggest reasons for optimism is the amount of young talent still developing within the system.

Ivan Demidov News / NHL Trade Talk / June 10

Rule Change Creates Urgency in Negotiations Between Canadiens and Demidov

The Montreal Canadiens and Ivan Demidov may not need months to hammer out a long-term deal — and a looming NHL rule change is a big reason why. While Lane Hutson’s eight-year, $8.85 million AAV contract came together because the Canadiens and GM Kent Hughes were prepared to wait, Montreal doesn’t really have that luxury with Demidov.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 7

Free Agent Focus: Montreal Canadiens

Free agency is now less than a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 5

Cole Caufield shows Johnny Gaudreau love after winning Lady Byng

Canadiens' Cole Caufield shows 'hero' Johnny Gaudreau love after winning Lady Byng Trophy

The league announced that Cole Caufield has been voted the winner of the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, which is presented annually to the player who exhibits a high standard of sportsmanship, gentlemanly conduct and playing ability.

Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki wins 2026 Selke Trophy

Maple Leafs have reached out about trade for Rangers' $40M center

Dylan Larkin trade request shows how far once-proud Red Wings have fallen

Assessing trade destinations for disgruntled Red Wings center Larkin

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