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Craig Button likes the idea of the Canadiens moving up in the draft for Ivan Demidov

After the huge Matvei Michkov saga in 2023, we’re back with another dilemma surrounding a young Russian player: Ivan Demidov. If his name were Yvan Demidove and he were from Quebec, there would be fewer questions about him.

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Montreal Canadiens’ History with the No. 5 Draft Pick

When the NHL held the always eagerly awaited Draft lottery, it was confirmed that the Montreal Canadiens would be drafting fifth overall for the second year running.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / 16 hours ago

Montreal Canadiens State Of the Rebuild – The Defensive Situation

Now that the Montreal Canadiens have completed their second complete rebuild season, it’s time to take a closer look at where the organization stands in terms of its long-term plans.

Oliver Kapanen News / Montreal Hockey Now / 18 hours ago

Montreal Canadiens Prospect Signs Contract In Europe

Montreal Canadiens prospect Oliver Kapanen has signed a contract with Timra IK (SHL). The contract runs until 2025-26, however, Habs fans should not worry when it comes to this particular player.

NHL News / Dose.ca / 14 hours ago

Two proposals (BPM Sports) to bring Yaroslav Askarov to Montreal

The Predators have a beautiful problem on their hands. A nasty, beautiful problem. They have two excellent goalies in Juuse Saros and Yaroslav Askarov… And the team’s GM, Barry Trotz, will have to choose who he trusts.

Kent Hughes News / The Hockey Writers / 20 hours ago

Canadiens’ Kent Hughes & His Stellar Drafts: Going for a 3-Peat

On Tuesday (May 7), we found out that for the second year in a row, the Montreal Canadiens would be drafting fifth at the upcoming NHL Draft in Las Vegas on June 28-29.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / 20 minutes ago

Offseason checklist for the Montreal Canadiens

The offseason has arrived for three-quarters of the NHL for teams that either missed the playoffs or were eliminated in the first round. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Montreal.

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Justin Barron News / The Hockey Writers / May 8

How Will Justin Barron’s Contract Fit in Canadiens’ Salary Structure?

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes had high hopes when he traded for Justin Barron. Seeing what Barron could be rather than what he was, Hughes decided to pull the trigger and sacrificed Artturi Lehkonen to get the right-shot defenseman.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / May 8

Montreal Canadiens Top 2024 NHL Draft Targets Already Unveiled

Now that the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery is in the rearview mirror, we can focus on the players the Montreal Canadiens will target once they take to the podium on Friday, June 28, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Poker News / Dose.ca / 4 minutes ago

The Habs have long been interested in Ivan Demidov

Recently, there’s been a lot of talk in Montreal about Ivan Demidov. He’s seen by many as a logical top-three pick in the upcoming draft… But as my colleague Charles-Alexis Brisebois explained earlier today, there’s a good chance the Russian could slip to No.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 8

Canadiens’ 3 Best Options for 5th Pick of 2024 NHL Draft

The 2024 NHL Draft Lottery took place on Tuesday, and the Montreal Canadiens will draft fifth overall. The Habs desperately need scoring and, in that spot, have the chance to draft a player who can help them, as long as general manager Kent Hughes sticks to his plan and selects the best player available to fill the team’s needs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 8

Espoirs: Controversial Trevor Connelly 'worth the price of a season ticket

As in recent years, the Montreal Canadiens will have the chance to get their hands on a player who has the potential to be excellent at the next draft.

David Reinbacher News / Dose.ca / May 8

David Reinbacher should make his NHL debut 'as early as the fall of 2024'

David Reinbacher returned to Europe last season to continue his development. Circumstances weren’t necessarily favorable for his progression in Switzerland, because the Kloten outfit had a miserable year.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / May 8

The end of the rebuild should force Kent Hughes to be aggressive in the draft

The Canadiens have been awarded the 5th overall pick in last night’s lottery. The draft is at the end of June… But we’re already starting to think about the plans of Kent Hughes and the Montreal management.

Logan Mailloux News / Dose.ca / May 8

The Rocket reportedly quickly removed Logan Mailloux’s plaque from the team’s locker room

The Laval Rocket didn’t manage to buy a playoff spot, but the club did offer – at a very respectable price – a fine season to its fans. Especially during the weeks when Arber Xhekaj and Logan Mailloux formed the team’s first pair!

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 8

Bob McKenzie’s list: Cayden Lindstrom on the Canadian roster

That’s it: we now know that the Canadiens will draft fifth overall in the next auction. Last night answered a number of questions, both about the Habs’ ranking and the Habs’ intentions.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / May 7

2024 NHL Draft Lottery Unveils Canadiens Draft Pick Position

Now that the NHL’s Draft Lottery has begun, the Montreal Canadiens can start to make preparations ahead of the actual NHL Entry Draft. The team is poised to take the next step in their rebuild, which means the upcoming draft may be the last time they have an opportunity to add top talent to the prospect pool.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / 9 hours ago