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Ivan Demidov: Four weeks later, still no response

We have a pretty good idea of where things stand with most of the Canadiens' injured (or absent) players. Nick Suzuki won't play tonight, but he's getting closer to a return.

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Nick Suzuki won’t play tonight

While we were expecting Nick Suzuki to return to action as early as tonight, Martin St-Louis has just stated otherwise. The Canadiens' coach confirmed that Nick Suzuki won't be able to play in tonight's game against the Jets.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / November 3

Canadiens have an intriguing trade target emerging in Los Angeles

The Montreal Canadiens' second-line center spot has been a revolving door this season, made even more confusing thanks to Ivan Demidov's injury. The Russian's presence on the second line lets the center play less of a driving role, but with Demidov out, the Canadiens have struggled to fill that role consistently.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / November 3

Jacob Fowler will face the Jets tonight

This morning, the Canadiens practiced at the Bell Centre in preparation for tonight's game. What stood out was that there were quite a few players missing.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 3

The summer of 2027 is shaping up to be a real headache for the Canadiens

Many have criticized Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton for failing to make any moves last spring at the trade deadline, as well as this summer (trades and free agents).

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / November 3

Finer details are what are appreciated about Canadiens Hometown Remix jerseys

To start the week, the Montreal Canadiens joined the NHL in unveiling a new look. The highly anticipated Hometown Remix jerseys have been released. As part of the release, the Canadiens revealed an all-white jersey that included a white logo across the chest.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 3

Grading the Canadiens’ Month of October

As the calendar flips to November, the Montreal Canadiens have a little over a month of hockey and 14 games in the archives. As they commence the new month with a home game on Nov.

Michael Hage News / A Winning Habit / November 3

Canadiens top prospect Michael Hage is putting up legendary NCAA numbers

While the Montreal Canadiens are already hot, the franchise's top prospect is also playing for a red-hot club. Michael Hage, the 24th overall pick in the

Phillip Danault News / Dose.ca / November 3

'Phillip Danault is indispensable right now'

Phillip Danault has now played 800 career games in the NHL, all while playing a physically demanding style of hockey. Danault has always given his all for his team.

Alexandre Carrier News / Dose.ca / November 2

Free Agents: The CH Will Have a Problem… Named Alexandre Carrier

Alexandre Carrier has proven himself. He's one of the Canadiens' key players on defense and brings stability to the team's blue line. But we're also talking about a player who is currently in the final year of his contract.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 2

Canadiens take winning streak into home matchup with slumping Jets

The Montreal Canadiens couldn't be hotter. Conversely, the Winnipeg Jets couldn't be colder. The Canadiens will look to extend their win streak to six games and hand the Jets a 10th straight setback on Tuesday when the teams meet in Montreal.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Nikita Kucherov News / A Winning Habit / November 2

Canadiens could build a scary top six by being patient with Nikita Kucherov pursuit

Every NHL team should at least explore acquiring Nikita Kucherov. It will take a significant deal to get the Tampa Bay Lightning to balk, but the previous year's Hart Trophy winner and someone who has six 100-point seasons in their career doesn't just go on the market every day.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 2

Nikita Kucherov and the CH: 'His connection with Martin St. Louis is undeniable'

Nikita Kucherov in Montreal: Yes or no? It would be hard to say no to a guy who's racked up more than 100 points per season for the past five years. It would be hard to say no to a guy who knows how to win and has the talent to single-handedly change the course of a game.

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Gleb Pugachyov News / Dose.ca / November 2

Finally: Gleb Pugachyov scores his first goal of the season

Gleb Pugachyov has had to miss games since the start of the season due to a concussion. As a result, he has played only two games in the KHL during the 2026–27 season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Canadiens’ Looming Roster Bottleneck Demands Tough Calls

The Montreal Canadiens are no longer a group living comfortably in the protective grace period of an early rebuild. The long-range vision that executive

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 2

No update on Ivan Demidov; the cases of Alex Newhook and David Reinbacher are still pending

What’s going on with Ivan Demidov? The Russian has been out for several weeks. Tomorrow will mark four weeks since the Canadiens announced that he would be out for two to four weeks.

Nick Suzuki News / The Sick Podcast / November 2

Nick Suzuki Practices With Team In Full Contact Jersey

Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki returned to practice on Monday morning and took regular reps with his teammates while wearing a full contact jersey.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 2

Nick Suzuki is practicing with the first line | Alex Newhook is on the wing of the fourth line

The Canadiens were back at practice this morning. Before the others, we noticed that Samuel Montembeault was skating alone. He tested his leg and was wearing a full suit of gear, which is good news.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 2

Montreal Canadiens’ 3 Stars of October

October is officially in the books, and the Montreal Canadiens have plenty of reasons to feel good about their start to the 2026-27 season. Despite some defensive struggles early on, injuries to key players and questions surrounding their goaltending situation, the Habs managed to finish the month on a high note.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / November 1

Running Three Goalies in Montreal? A Top 20 NHL Trade Board

The Fourth Period: Montreal Canadiens goaltender Sam Montembeault is expected to return sometime around mid-November. Jacob Fowler has taken his opportunity and run with it, and trade talk involving Montembeault will increase.

Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / November 1

Josh Anderson, Canadiens edge Pens for fifth straight win

Josh Anderson had two goals and an assist and the host Montreal Canadiens held on for a 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night. Chris Kreider contributed a goal and an assist while Oliver Kapanen and Alexandre Texier also scored for the Canadiens, who have won five in a row.

Mike Matheson News / Daily Faceoff / October 31

Canadiens’ Mike Matheson out two weeks with lower-body injury

The Montreal Canadiens will be without an experienced defenseman once again, as Mike Matheson is expected to miss the next two weeks due to a lower-body injury.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 31

Canadiens Announce Injury Updates

The Canadiens have been among the teams that have been without several regulars for a good chunk of the season. That will be continuing for a little while longer now.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 30

Lightning star Nikita Kucherov reportedly requests trade, won't re-sign

Another NHL star is looking for a trade and a fresh start. Nikita Kucherov, the league's reigning MVP and still one of its best players, has reportedly told the Tampa Bay Lightning organization and his teammates that he does not intend to re-sign with the team and has requested a trade.

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