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For the past two years, Lane Hutson has been stealing the show in Montreal. The defenseman has shown that he has offensive instincts that are truly exceptional.

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Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Kaiden Guhle

As we get into the dog days of summer and until training camp, thesickpodcast.com will profile Montreal Canadiens players based on their expected role for the 2026-27 NHL season.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / July 27

Michael Hage: A major change could speed up his arrival in Montreal

When word got out that Michael Hage was returning to the University of Michigan for a third season, many were surprised. He wanted to go back to school to develop as a player, but the Canadiens prospect also intended to spend time with his younger brother, Alexander, who was set to begin his first season with the Wolverines this fall.

Saku Koivu News / Professor Press Box / July 27

Saku Koivu Should Be Remembered as One of the Great Canadiens

When people talk about Montreal Canadiens history, the names come quickly: Maurice Richard, Jean Béliveau, Guy Lafleur, and Larry Robinson. Those players won championships and became legends in one of hockey's most demanding cities.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

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The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 27

Ducks acquire Sean Farrell from Canadiens for Sasha Pastujov

The Anaheim Ducks and Montreal Canadiens are exchanging young, developmental forwards. On Monday, the Ducks acquired winger Sean Farrell from the Canadiens for winger Sasha Pastujov.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 27

Canadiens, Ducks Complete Minor Swap

The Anaheim Ducks announced that they have acquired forward Sean Farrell from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for forward Sasha Pastujov. Both players remain without contracts for the 2026-27 season. Farrell, 24, used to be an intriguing prospect for the Canadiens.

Andrei Markov News / Dose.ca / July 27

The Perfect Assignment for Andrei Markov to Help the Canadiens

Last night, the HabsOnReddit account posted a photo of Andrei Markov. In the photo, he can be seen chatting with a young player. And reading the tweet, it becomes clear that the former Canadiens captain was serving as a mentor for the Russian national team.

Brett Kulak News / The Hockey Writers / July 27

Revisiting the Canadiens’ Brett Kulak Trade

The Montreal Canadiens have made no shortage of trades during their rebuild, but few have had a bigger long-term impact than many expected. When Kent Hughes dealt Brett Kulak to the Edmonton Oilers at the 2022 trade deadline, it looked like a straightforward move involving a pending unrestricted free agent.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / July 27

How much longer can Kent Hughes wait?

How patient are Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton? The more time passes, the more important I think it is to ask this question in relation to the Canadiens' long-term plan to win the Stanley Cup.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / July 27

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Montreal Canadiens’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / July 27

Did the Canadiens’ offer to Kirby Dach have a hidden message?

Kirby Dach has been the subject of quite a bit of talk recently. And that's to be expected: he's a polarizing player who was looking for a contract after another season in which he had his moments of brilliance but, more often than not, struggled.

Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / July 27

Top NHL Coaches: Martin St-Louis Ranks 7th, According to THN

Martin St-Louis hasn’t been at the helm of the Habs for very long, but he’s already one of the longest-tenured active coaches with the same team. He ranks fourth behind Jon Cooper, Jared Bednar, and Rod Brind'Amour.

Kirill Marchenko News / Dose.ca / July 26

Kirill Marchenko’s agent denies a 'rumor' about the Canadiens

I probably don’t need to tell you who Kirill Marchenko’s agent is, do I? Dan Milstein has a few clients playing for the Canadiens, for example: Ivan Demidov and Alex Texier.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

Canadiens Rumoured Connection to Marchenko Could Unlock Demidov

It is often said that professional sports are a cold, transactional business. We look at salary cap sheets, parse through underlying analytical metrics, and debate asset management as if the names on the backs of the jerseys are merely chess pieces on a board.

P.K. Subban News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26

The Canadiens Subban Trade? Years Later, the Truth Is Different

If you were watching Montreal Canadiens hockey back in 2016, you remember exactly how loud that P.K. Subban to Nashville / Shea Weber to Montreal trade felt.

Patrik Laine News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26

Clarifying the Laine to the Islanders on a PTO Rumor

A report surfaced this weekend that Patrik Laine might have agreed to a professional tryout (or been offered one) with the New York Islanders. That’s not entirely accurate.

Samuel Montembeault News / NHLFanCentral / July 26

Montreal Canadiens stuck with Sam Montembeault as goaltending situation shifts

The Montreal Canadiens may be stuck with goaltender Sam Montembeault this season. The team reportedly had been exploring a trade for him, but interest has been minimal so far. This situation leaves Montreal facing a crowded goaltending situation heading into the training sessions.