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3 Goaltenders the Canadiens Could Target in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

The Montreal Canadiens appear to be in a strong position when it comes to their future in goal. Jacob Fowler remains one of the organization’s top prospects, while Jakub Dobes has already shown he can contribute at the NHL level.

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Canadiens: 11 days to decide the fate of 11 players

Today is June 18. The draft is eight days away, and the free-agent market opens in less than two weeks. Man, time sure flies when the Canadiens make it to the conference finals… There's one important date, however, that very few people are talking about right now across the NHL: June 29.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / June 18

A.J. Greer and the Canadiens: A Major Obstacle Looms for Kent Hughes

The word going around the NHL right now is that the Panthers won't be able to sign A.J. Greer before July 1. He could therefore become an unrestricted free agent.

Kaiden Guhle News / Dose.ca / June 18

Kaiden Guhle: 'That’s the moment'

Everyone is eager to see what changes will be made to the Canadiens’ roster this summer. Defensively, the overhaul shouldn't be massive. After all, the team's cornerstones are in place with a strong top-3: Lane Hutson, Noah Dobson, and Mike Matheson.

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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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18

1 player Canadiens must sign in 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Montreal Canadiens went all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals in 2026. It was certainly an inspiring run from a Montreal team that arguably overachieved this season.

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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.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 17

Canadiens rumors: Montreal has no trade interest in $39 million veteran center

The Montreal Canadiens made the Eastern Conference Finals in 2026. It was a largely successful season for the most storied franchise in the NHL. However, work is needed this summer if Montreal wishes to go further in 2027.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 17

A Front and Center Look at the Canadiens Biggest Need

By JD Lagrange – With the NHL Draft on June 26 rapidly approaching, rumour season is in full swing, and as expected, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves in the middle of the conversation.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17

Canadiens Former Starting Goalie on Oilers Offseason Trade Radar

Several sources are reporting this week that the Edmonton Oilers are kicking tires on the availability of Sam Montembeault out of Montreal. Maxime Truman is among those who think there’s a bit more than just speculation to this.

Noah Dobson News / Inside The Rink / June 17

Noah Dobson: Player Profile

Noah Dobson was born on January 7th, 2000, in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada. He began his hockey career with the Summerside Capitals Bantam team as a defenseman.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Lead / June 17

Who Is the Best Offseason Target for the Montreal Canadiens?

Montreal’s biggest need this offseason is clear. It’s time to commit to finding the team a second-line center. After Oliver Kapanen’s surprise rookie season and a strong postseason from Jake Evans, the Canadiens still have a clear gap to address.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / June 17

Canadiens’ Goalie Logjam Becomes Oilers’ Big Chance

Yesterday, Trade Talk Sports published a post by Jackson Weber, under the headline: “Oilers reportedly interested in Canadiens goaltender.” Obviously, he wrote the post from an Edmonton perspective.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

Canadiens News & Notes: Montembeault, Centre Rumours & More

The countdown to the NHL Entry Draft has officially raised the stakes in Montreal, forcing Canadiens general manager (GM) Kent Hughes into a critical summer where patience might finally give way to aggression.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

3 Paths the Canadiens Could Take with the 28th Overall Pick

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2026 NHL Entry Draft in an interesting position. Unlike previous years, the organization is no longer drafting near the top of the first round and hoping to find franchise cornerstones.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / June 17

Trading Alexander Zharovsky: 'I’d be cautious'

The Canadiens want to improve this summer. To do so, they'll have to trade away quality players. And since they can't strip their current roster bare and their first-round pick isn't as valuable as it used to be, they'll have to rely on prospects.

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Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / June 16

There will be a lot of interest in Patrik Laine

Patrik Laine will leave the Canadiens this summer. He'll be a free agent as of July 1, and he'll have to make a decision about his future at that time.

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.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / June 15

The Canadiens’ Most Interesting Storylines

The Canadiens continue to move in the right direction under Jeff Gorton, Kent Hughes and Martin St-Louis. The organization has accumulated young talent, improved its prospect pool, developed their young players and appears much closer to becoming a legitimate contender than it did just a year ago.

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

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.

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.

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 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

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