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On YouTubeOliver Kapanen News / Dose.ca / January 12
Oliver Kapanen among the NHL’s best rookies at the face-off circle
Oliver Kapanen has been the talk of the town in recent weeks. Like it or not, he’s solidified his place in the team’s second line. He plays excellent hockey with Juraj Slafkovsky and Ivan Demidov on his wings.
Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / January 12
Samuel Montembeault is already in Washington
The Canadiens take on the Vancouver Canucks tonight at the Bell Centre. Jakub Dobes will be in net for the Habs, while Jacob Fowler will be his assistant.
Brayden Schenn News / Dose.ca / January 12
Brayden Schenn: The Canadiens 'would be among' the teams interested in him
Adding another quality forward to the Canadiens line-up could make the club even more dangerous as the playoffs approach. And we also know that Kent Hughes’ plan is to improve his roster between now and the next NHL trade deadline.
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?
Alexandre Texier News / Dose.ca / January 12
No, Alexandre Texier is not among the NHL’s stars of the week
Alexandre Texier is having a dream week. He scored four goals in the space of two games (and added two assists) and finished his week with six points in just three games.
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.
NHL News / Professor Press Box / January 12
Canadiens vs. Canucks: A Clash of Great NHL Rookies
Tonight in Montreal, two teams with very different seasons meet, but one thing both have in common: exciting rookies who could light up the ice. On “Prime Monday Night Hockey,” this isn’t about standings or streaks—it’s about the new blood.
Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / January 12
Jakub Dobes has no value: That’s 'completely false,' says Renaud Lavoie
Jakub Dobes has his faults. We’re talking about a great goalie who takes up a lot of space in his net… but we’re also talking about a goalie who often looks out of position.
Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / January 12
The Canadiens forced Lane Hutson to rest yesterday (and he didn’t like it)
Lane Hutson can’t stay away from the rink. He’s built that way. Whenever he can, he skates. He even did it on December 24 with some youngsters… and on December 25 under the same conditions, but with Ivan Demidov.
Arber Xhekaj News / The Sick Podcast / January 12
Arber Xhekaj Playing Some Of The Best Hockey Of His Career
The Montreal Canadiens may have had a game to forget on Saturday night against the Detroit Red Wings, but one player who still played his role really well was defenseman Arber Xhekaj.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 12
Josh Anderson took to the ice in a regular jersey this morning
The Canadiens have five injuries (five forwards, in fact) at the moment: Alex Newhook, Patrik Laine, Josh Anderson, Kirby Dach, and Jake Evans. It’s agreed that Newhook, who hasn’t started skating again and theoretically still has two months of rehab ahead of him, isn’t close to a comeback.
Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / January 12
The habs promote an event in February with Jakub Dobes
Ahh, the infamous three-way battle in front of the net… When will this be settled? It’s great to see Jacob Fowler playing and getting big-league experience, but the Canadiens will have to make a choice sooner rather than later.
Brendan Gallagher News / The Sick Podcast / January 11
Should The Habs Consider Scratching Brendan Gallagher?
During Saturday night’s special edition of the Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro, the topic of Brendan Gallagher’s abilities at this stage of his career came up.
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 11
Canucks visit Canadiens after long stretch of 'unacceptable' play
The Montreal Canadiens will be looking to rebound from a shutout loss when they play host on Monday to the Vancouver Canucks, who are also coming off a shutout loss.
Oliver Kapanen News / NHL Trade Talk / January 11
Why Isn’t Oliver Kapanen Getting More Love in the Calder Trophy Race?
There’s something about rookies in Montreal. If they arrive with fireworks, billboards, and a pre-written legend, we notice. If they arrive quietly, do the work, and stack results without much noise, we tend to look past them.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 11
Canadiens May Need to Trade a Forward When Everyone Is Healthy
For most of the season, the Montreal Canadiens’ biggest storyline has been injuries. Injuries piled up, call-ups were rushed into meaningful roles, and the lineup rarely looked the same from one week to the next.
Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / January 10
Canadiens HC Weighing Defensive Pairings With Kaiden Guhle's Return
Head coach Martin St. Louis recently addressed the pending return of Kaiden Guhle and made it clear the Montreal Canadiens will experiment with their defensive pairings to find the right balance.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 10
Canadiens still active on trade market, but there’s a catch
The Montreal Canadiens have been one of the National Hockey League’s busier teams on the trade market over the last seven months, acquiring Noah Dobson, Zack Bolduc and Phillip Danault since June of 2025.
Kaiden Guhle News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 10
Canadiens To Activate Kaiden Guhle Off LTIR
The Canadiens will welcome back a key part of their back end tonight against Detroit. The team announced that defenseman Kaiden Guhle will return to the lineup, meaning he will be activated off long-term injured reserve.
Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / January 10
Canadiens Projected to Trade Veteran Goalie
The Montreal Canadiens' three-goalie situation cannot last forever. Eventually, the organization will need to make a decision about which netminder to move, and all signs point to Samuel Montembeault being the most likely candidate for a trade.
Alexandre Texier News / The Hockey Writers / January 10
Alexandre Texier Forcing the Canadiens’ Hand With Strong Game
Opportunity in the NHL is a fragile thing. For some players, it comes once and disappears just as quickly. For others, it arrives unexpectedly, in the middle of a season, when injuries and circumstances open a door that seemed firmly shut.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 10
Canadiens Need Size & Experience at the Trade Deadline to Unlock Top Line’s Potential
During last offseason, the Montreal Canadiens were coming off of a surprising playoff berth, one that saw them eliminated in five games in the first round by a more experienced and physical Washington Capitals.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 9
How Important Are the Canadiens Goalies in the Playoffs?
If the Montreal Canadiens make the postseason, one key to their success will be their goaltending. In fact, the question of their success might lie entirely in the crease.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / January 8
NHL Rumors: The Montreal Canadiens Looking for a Physical, Scoring Middle-Six Forward
TSN: The Montreal Canadiens are not in a rush to make another trade. Pierre LeBrun said they’d like to get through the Olympic break and see where they are with their goaltending and if they want to go after another forward.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 8
Montreal Canadiens reassign Adam Engstrom as Kaiden Guhle nears return
The Montreal Canadiens announced that defenseman Adam Engström has been reassigned to the team’s AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / January 8
NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Want To Add But at What Cost?
Montreal Canadiens General Manager Kent Hughes met with the media on Tuesday and discussed several topics, including the possibility of making another move after signing Alexandre Texier and trading for center Phillip Danault.
Michael Hage News / Yardbarker / January 4
Canadiens draft pick Michael Hage faces tempered expectations
The 2024 first-round pick (21st overall) is showing good progress in his second year in the NCAA at Michigan, with 10 goals and 28 points after 20 games.
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