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Samuel Montembeault is present at morning practice

It’s game day in Montreal. This morning, just hours before the Canadiens’ showdown with the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Canadiens’ players jumped on the Bell Centre ice.

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Phillip Danault: Kent Hughes prefers the status quo to tying his hands

Phillip Danault is a popular name in town these days. We know that his name is circulating quite a bit on the market. Inevitably, it’s the talk of the Habs, who are looking for a center.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

Montreal Canadiens’ Top 10 Prospects for December 2025

As the Montreal Canadiens navigate another season defined by development and long-term planning, their prospect pool remains one of the organization’s greatest strengths.

Sidney Crosby News / Dose.ca / December 9

Sidney Crosby in Montreal: favorite destination if he leaves, according to more than 100 NHL players

Sidney Crosby continues to be the talk of the town. Even though the Penguins are off to a better-than-expected start to the season. In fact, the Penguins are currently in the playoffs as we speak.

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The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz

Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 9

2026 Draft: Geoff Molson would like it to take place in Montreal

In 2022, the NHL amateur draft was held in Montreal. That’s when the Habs selected Juraj Slafkovský at #1 before stealing the show with the trades of Alexander Romanov and Kirby Dach.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Kaapo Kahkonen News / Total Apex Sports / December 8

Kaapo Kahkonen: Inside the Whirlwind Week for the Canadiens Netminder

Life as a professional goaltender is rarely a straight line, but for Kaapo Kahkonen, the first week of December 2025 has been a particular rollercoaster.

Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / December 8

Michael Hage Makes Team Canada Training Camp

Hockey Canada announced its preliminary roster for the World Junior Championships, which are set to take place in Minnesota later this month. The 27-man roster includes Montreal Canadiens top prospect Michael Hage, who has been having an incredible sophomore season at the University of Michigan this year.

Alexandre Texier News / The Sick Podcast / December 8

Alexandre Texier Quickly Becoming an Unexpected Bright Spot for the Canadiens

After being decimated by brutal, back-to-back long-term injuries to key forwards Alex Newhook and Kirby Dach, the Canadiens were in desperate need of help.

Bryce Pickford News / The Hockey Writers / December 8

Canadiens’ Prospect Bryce Pickford Lighting It Up to Start the Season

When the Montreal Canadiens selected defenseman Bryce Pickford in the third round of last summer’s draft, the reaction was muted. He was a 19-year-old overage pick who had already passed through one draft and was viewed more as a project than a future pillar of the blue line.

NHL News / Dose.ca / December 8

Team Canada Junior: Only one Québécois among the invitees (and it’s historic)

Last year, Michael Hage was not invited to the Junior Team Canada camp. His age (18) was a factor, but we also wondered whether his choice to go to the NCAA had killed his chances of representing his country.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 8

3 Takeaways from the Blues’ 4–3 Win Over the Canadiens

You could feel it early at Bell Centre that Montreal had something going. Even though the final reads 4–3 for the St. Louis Blues, it really felt like a night where the Canadiens had them wobbling.

Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / December 8

VIDEO: Martin St-Louis’ reaction when he learns that the habs gave up two goals in 39 seconds

Last night, against the Blues, Martin St-Louis’s men didn’t necessarily have a bad game. But… they lost. In the 4-3 defeat, there were some good moments.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / December 8

If he had been healthy, Samuel Montembeault would have played last night

How did you find Jakub Dobes’ game yesterday? I don’t think the goalie was bad in the Canadiens’ 4-3 loss to the Blues… but you can’t really say he played the game of his life either.

Bryce Pickford News / The Sick Podcast / December 7

Pickford With Another Dominant Performance In WHL

Montreal Canadiens prospect Bryce Pickford continues to be a dominant force offensively from the back end in the WHL this season, and on Saturday he had possibly one of his best performances of the season.

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Kaapo Kahkonen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7

Canadiens recall goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen

The Montreal Canadiens have recalled goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen from the AHL. He will back up Jakub Dobes with Sam Montembeault under the weather, per hockey insider Frank Seravalli.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 7

The Canadiens are first in the Atlantic Division in points per game

Although, on the points roadmap, the Montreal Canadiens appear in third place in the Atlantic Division, a much more revealing angle completely changes the perception.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Dose.ca / December 7

Juraj Slafkovsky: a well-deserved point in his fifth consecutive game

Juraj Slafkovsky has had his ups and downs since the start of the season. He had some good moments early in the season, but the points didn’t follow his performance, and then he quickly fell into a slump, which was roundly criticized by fans and analysts alike.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 7

Canadiens, Blues upbeat after latest outings

The Montreal Canadiens scored an emotional 2-1 road victory Saturday night. The St. Louis Blues did the same. So both teams should be riding a high when they meet in Montreal on Sunday night.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 6

Canadiens ramp up defense, edge Maple Leafs in shootout

Alexandre Texier scored the decisive goal of a shootout and the visiting Montreal Canadiens defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 on Saturday night. Cole Caufield scored for the Canadiens in regulation and also in the shootout and Jakub Dobes made 22 saves.

Alexander Zharovsky News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

Canadiens Prospect Alexander Zharovsky’s Strong Start Earned Him KHL All-Star Selection

The Montreal Canadiens’ prospect pool continues to shine, and one of the brightest early-season surprises overseas is none other than 18-year-old forward Alexander Zharovsky.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Showing Interest in Canucks Forward

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re into the month of December and teams are really getting a solid look at what they’re lacking during the 2025-26 season.

Oliver Kapanen News / Daily Faceoff / December 5

Why Canadiens’ Oliver Kapanen’s rookie season deserves more love

The Montreal Canadiens have had plenty of quality young players come up through their system over the last few years, and this year is no different. But while Ivan Demidov and Jakub Dobes have all the attention, Oliver Kapanen is putting together a decent rookie season himself.

Cole Caufield News / Daily Faceoff / December 5