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Two-part offer to Kirby Dach: a choice, not an obligation

Kirby Dach has just five short days left to sign his qualifying offer ($4 million in the NHL / just over $100,000 in the AHL). Generally, a qualifying offer remains “open” until December 1, but when a player opts for arbitration, it expires on July 15 at 5:00 p.m.

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Bogdan Konyushkov is reportedly about to sign his entry-level contract with the CH

Want some good news? Everything points to Bogdan Konyushkov being on the verge of signing his entry-level NHL contract with the Canadiens. Last night,

Alex Newhook News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

Revisiting the Canadiens’ Trade for Alex Newhook

When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Alex Newhook from the Colorado Avalanche in the 2023 NHL offseason, opinions were divided. Some believed Kent Hughes had paid a hefty price for a player who had yet to fully establish himself in the NHL, while others saw the move as a smart bet on a young forward with untapped potential.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

Canadiens’ 2026-27 Roster Should Focus on Development & Depth

Despite the chaos of NHL free agency, staggering contracts, and questionable fits, the Montreal Canadiens essentially stood pat. While they didn’t make a splash in free agency, they took care of important business by signing Ivan Demidov to an eight-year extension and Jakub Dobeš to a three-year extension.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

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Derek Lalonde News / Dose.ca / July 10

Derek Lalonde: Two Insiders Discuss His Attitude

Derek Lalonde will be joining Stéphane Robidas and Martin St-Louis behind the Canadiens' bench this season. After stints in Tampa Bay, Detroit, and Toronto, he just can't seem to get out of the division.

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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.

Brett Berard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Montreal Canadiens Sign Brett Berard

The Montreal Canadiens have agreed to terms with one of their newly acquired forwards. According to a team announcement, the Canadiens have signed Brett Berard to a one-year, two-way deal for the 2026-27 season.

Brett Berard News / Daily Faceoff / July 9

Canadiens sign Brett Berard to one-year contract

One of the new faces heading to la belle province has inked a new deal. On Thursday, the Montreal Canadiens signed forward Brett Berard to a one-year, two-way contract.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / July 9

Zachary Bolduc has doubts about his future in Montreal

Zachary Bolduc doesn’t have a contract lined up for next season. But that could change, as he mentioned this morning at the Celebrity Open in Lévis. Kevin Dubé (Journal de Québec) met with him, and the Canadiens player confirmed one thing: he'd like to have a long-term contract.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 9

The Real Reasons Behind Derek Lalonde’s Arrival

Martin St-Louis will have a new assistant coach behind the Canadiens’ bench next season: Derek Lalonde. Lalonde will replace Trevor Letowski, whose contract expired on July 1.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Canadiens Depth Signing of Reilly Walsh Provides Roster Insulation

If there is one definitive truth we have come to learn about Kent Hughes’ tenure as general manager (GM) of the Montreal Canadiens, it is that he detests navigating an 84-game calendar without a safety net.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

3 Remaining Free Agents the Canadiens Need to Target

The first wave of NHL free agency has come and gone, and while many of the biggest names are already off the board, there are still players available who could make sense for the Montreal Canadiens.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 9

'I don’t see the Canadiens making a hostile bid'

Yesterday, the Utah Mammoth announced that Barrett Hayton would remain in Salt Lake City for the upcoming season. The Western Conference team matched the Devils' hostile offer.

Reilly Walsh News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 9

Canadiens add KHL defenseman on one-year, two-way contract

The Montreal Canadiens bolstered their organizational blue-line depth Wednesday by signing defenseman Reilly Walsh to a one-year, two-way contract. The agreement carries the NHL minimum salary cap hit of $850,000.

Derek Lalonde News / Daily Faceoff / July 8

Canadiens hire Derek Lalonde as assistant coach

The Montreal Canadiens will be making an adjustment to their coaching staff, as they’ve hired Derek Lalonde as an assistant coach. Lalonde will be replacing Trevor Letowski on the bench, although Letowski is not being fired in the move, as he is stepping away from the role to have more time with his family.

Derek Lalonde News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8

Canadiens Hire Derek Lalonde As Assistant Coach

Former Detroit Red Wings head coach Derek Lalonde has landed on the Montreal Canadiens coaching staff as an assistant, reported by Eric Engels of Sportsnet.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / July 9

The Canadiens just made an unexpected change behind the bench

The Montreal Canadiens are adding Derek Lalonde to their coaching staff as an assistant, according to Sportsnet’s Eric Engels.The change comes as one coach has decided to step away for more personal family time and with Lalonde recently available after being let go by the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 8