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On YouTubeMontreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / January 9
Surprising division co-leading Canadiens, Wings set for clash
While both teams were expected to be greatly improved, not many people picked the Montreal Canadiens or the Detroit Red Wings to win the Atlantic Division this season.
Alexandre Texier News / The Sick Podcast / January 9
Why Alexandre Texier Is Working So Well On The Habs Top Line
When the Montreal Canadiens signed Alexandre Texier after he was bought out by the St. Louis Blues on November 23rd, it was expected that he would come in as a depth forward that would play in the bottom six and the penalty kill while delivering some occasional offence alongside being a shootout specialist.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9
Darren Dreger: 'If Michael Hage is traded, it’s because Sidney Crosby is coming to Montreal.'
Michael Hage is an important prospect in the Canadiens organization. His performances at the World Junior Championship showed that he has a lot of talent… because he finished the competition with 15 points in just seven games.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
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.
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.
Oliver Kapanen News / The Sick Podcast / January 9
Oliver Kapanen Is The Habs Most Underrated Player
Over the last month or so, the Montreal Canadiens’ 2nd line has really broken out and taken the league by storm. While rookie Ivan Demidov and former 1st overall pick Juraj Slafkovsky are getting a lot of attention around the league for their play, their centre, Oliver Kapanen, has gone very unnoticed for his play as a rookie this season.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9
NHL power rankings: The habs rank 6th in The Athletic
The Canadiens are enjoying quite a run. Part of that success is due to the support players, who have been doing their job lately. There hasn’t been a passenger in the club for two weeks, and it’s showing in the results on the ice.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9
2026 Draft in Buffalo: Here’s why it won’t be in Montreal
Over the past few months, we’ve learned that the Canadiens wanted to bring the 2026 draft to town. That said, the 2026 decentralized draft will not be held in Montreal after all.
Alexandre Texier News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 9
Canadiens’ Alexandre Texier drops ‘confidence’ truth bomb after 1st career hat trick
Alexandre Texier has been making the most of playing on the Montreal Canadiens’ top line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, and the French forward was the catalyst of a 6-2 victory over the defending champion Florida Panthers at the Bell Centre on Thursday night.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9
Here’s where we stand with all the Canadiens’ injuries
The Canadiens had the morning off from practice. They’ll be back on the ice for practice tomorrow, on the heels of their showdown with the Detroit Red Wings.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9
Kent Hughes must offer Alexandre Texier a new contract
Mid-November 2025: Doug Armstrong and the Blues offer Alexandre Texier to the other 31 NHL teams, and no one dares pay even a seventh-round pick for his services.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9
The Canadiens are in first place in their division this morning
Let’s take a look at the standings. Apart from the Carolina Hurricanes, who have one more point than the Canadiens in as many games played, no Eastern club is better than the Montreal outfit at the moment.
Alexandre Texier News / The Sick Podcast / January 9
Alexandre Texier Gets a Hat-Trick As Habs Win 6-2 VS. Panthers
The Montreal Canadiens beat the Florida Panthers 6-2 on Thursday night, led by Alexandre Texier, who scored his first career NHL hat trick. This was also
Carey Price supported Samuel Montembeault when things were going badly for him
Last night, Samuel Montembeault played a big game. Did he let in a bad goal during the game? Yes, but otherwise he was solid and found a way to get another win for his team.
Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / January 9
Canadiens' 'Player of Interest' Revealed Before Trade Deadline
The Montreal Canadiens are in the middle of a tightly packed Eastern Conference race, currently sitting second with 56 points in 44 games, but the front office keeps weighing the franchise's next step after a productive first half of the season.
Alexandre Texier News / The Hockey Writers / January 8
Texier Scores Hat Trick as Canadiens Beat Panthers 6-2
One night after scoring three points for the first time, Montreal Canadiens forward Alexandre Texier was the difference-maker again, scoring his first hat trick.
Alexandre Texier News / Field Level Media / January 8
Alexandre Texier nets first career hat-trick as Canadiens tame Panthers
Alexandre Texier recorded his first career hat trick and the host Canadiens won their third straight game by a 6-2 count over the Florida Panthers. Texier has four goals and two assists in his past two games.
Mikus Vecvanags News / Dose.ca / January 8
End of the road in the QMJHL for a young Habs goalie
The development of a prospect is never a smooth ride, and the journey of Mikus Vecvanags, a goaltender drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 2024, is a stark reminder of this.
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.
Phillip Danault News / The Hockey Writers / January 8
Canadiens’ Danault Thriving in New Role During Second Habs Stint
Montreal Canadiens forward Phillip Danault clearly wanted the puck. The slapping of his stick on the ice was such a distinct noise, there was no mistaking it.
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.
Jakub Dobes News / The Hockey Writers / January 8
Canadiens’ 3-Man Crease Rotation Is Hurting Dobes’ Development
The Montreal Canadiens’ decision to roll with a three-goalie rotation has sparked plenty of debate over the past few weeks. Much of the conversation has focused on Samuel Montembeault’s struggles and confidence, or on Jacob Fowler’s impressive early performances and long-term upside.
Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7
Is the Canadiens’ Lane Hutson the Hardest Working NHL Player?
If you thought sophomore slumps were inevitable for NHL rookies, you clearly haven’t been watching Lane Hutson. The Montreal Canadiens’ young defence phenom didn’t just survive his second year — he’s thriving, and doing it in a way that makes you stop and wonder how any player avoids the trap so many stumble into.
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / January 7
Canadiens have persevered through bad goaltending to remain in playoff picture
It’s no great shock to see the Montreal Canadiens third in the Atlantic Division and tied for fourth in the Eastern Conference halfway through the season.
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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