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On YouTubeMontreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 19
Montreal Canadiens Reacquires Veteran Forward in Trade
The Canadiens helped shore up a major positional need down the middle with a trade just before the NHL roster freeze, that was scheduled for midnight, Friday night.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20
Montreal Canadiens acquire Phillip Danault from Kings
A familiar face has returned to Montreal, as the Canadiens have announced that they have acquired Kings forward Phillip Danault in exchange for the Blue Jackets’ 2026 second-round pick.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20
Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby could become all-time leading scorer in franchise history this weekend, set to pass legendary Quebecer Mario Lemieux
Sidney Crosby could take advantage of his visit to Montreal on Saturday to become the all-time leading scorer for the Pittsburgh Penguins, surpassing the legendary Quebecer Mario Lemieux.
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?
Samuel Montembeault News / The Sick Podcast / December 19
How Worrisome Was Samuel Montembeault’s Rocket Debut?
On Thursday night, goaltender Samuel Montembeault made his Laval Rocket debut against the Cleveland Monsters. Unfortunately it didn’t go too well, as the Rocket lost 5-2 and Montembeault made just 20 saves on the 24 shots he faced.
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.
Alexandre Texier News / The Sick Podcast / December 19
The Texier Signing Keeps Getting Better And Better
Despite his 4-game point streak being snapped during Thursday night’s Montreal Canadiens 4-1 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks, forward Alexandre Texier continues to look better with his new team with every game he plays.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 19
Canadiens receive positive Mike Matheson injury update
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson has been dealing with an upper-body injury, and he used the team's day off to resume training.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 19
Key stat shows the Canadiens have a serious team problem
The performances of the Montreal Canadiens in front of their fans at the Bell Centre have been inconsistent for nearly two months. There is an eye-opening statistic that helps to understand what is not working.
Zachary Bolduc News / NHL Trade Talk / December 19
Zachary Bolduc Starting to Make Waves With the Canadiens
Sometimes a player just sort of slides into your lineup without making a fuss. That’s been Zachary Bolduc this season with the Montreal Canadiens. He didn’t come in with much noise, or didn’t get packaged as a “thing.” He just played, kept playing, and didn’t give the coaches a reason to take him out of the lineup.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 19
Which Canadiens Sit When Dach & Guhle Return?
The Montreal Canadiens could be getting some much-needed reinforcements sooner rather than later. With Kirby Dach and Kaiden Guhle both skating and inching closer to game action, the roster crunch is about to become very real.
NHL News / The Sick Podcast / December 19
Bolduc Leads The Way, As Habs Win 4-1 In Dominant Fashion
After having a rough night on Tuesday night, the Montreal Canadiens came out with a convincing performance in a 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. The Habs were led offensively by Zack Bolduc, who scored his first 2 goals of the season at the Bell Centre, and Lane Hutson, who finished the night with 3 assists.
Jacob Fowler News / The Hockey Writers / December 19
Canadiens Fans Need to Be More Patient With Jacob Fowler
Jacob Fowler’s first few NHL appearances have sparked a lot of noise among Montreal Canadiens fans. Some are excited, others are already worried, and a group has been quick to criticize.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 18
Canadiens' win over Blackhawks ends home curse at Bell Centre
Very effective on the road this season, Zachary Bolduc had not yet been able to get on the scoresheet at Bell Centre Bell, but all that changed on Thursday night.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 18
Bolduc’s Pair Lifts Canadiens Over Bedard-less Blackhawks
Technically the Chicago Blackhawks had completed the toughest part of the assignment, when they killed off the first 1:48 of Frank Nazar’s tripping penalty to end the second period.
Zachary Bolduc News / Field Level Media / December 18
Zachary Bolduc's 2-goal night carries Canadiens past Blackhawks
Zachary Bolduc scored twice and Lane Hutson registered three assists as the host Montreal Canadiens scored four unanswered goals for a 4-1 victory over the reeling Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 18
Canadiens defense rotation opens door for rookie Adam Engstrom
Adam Engstrom was dressed for the Montreal Canadiens' last four games, and his play augurs well for the immediate future.
Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 18
Montreal Canadiens Prospects at the 2026 World Juniors
We are approaching the most wonderful time of the year to be a hockey fan. The 2026 edition of the World Junior Championships is fast approaching as we head into preliminary action.
Aaron Luchuk News / The Hockey Writers / December 18
Revisiting Spitfires’-Colts’ 2017 Aaron Luchuk Trade
The month of December marks the unofficial start to the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) trade deadline season. In 2017, it became a month the Windsor Spitfires will never forget as they said goodbye to a captain.
Samuel Montembeault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 18
Something Slipped With Sam Montembeault: Will He Return to Canadiens’ Crease?
For the Montreal Canadiens’ Sam Montembeault, December hasn’t just been unkind — it’s been clarifying. At the start of the month, Montembeault was still recognizable as the Canadiens’ steady option.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 18
Canadiens News and Notes: Trade Rumours, World Junior Championship & More
In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has his work cut out for him as the team continues its battle for a playoff spot.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 17
Canadiens reap present, future benefits from surprising asset Alexandre Texier
Alexandre Texier continues to shine with the Montreal Canadiens.
Jared McCann News / Dose.ca / December 17
habs: 'Jared McCann would be a really good fit in Montreal.'
The Canadiens want to improve. To do so, Kent Hughes could turn to the trade market because he has several assets on hand to make a big move. The Canadiens’ GM has a number of draft picks on hand, as well as a number of excellent prospects.
Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 17
NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Looking to Acquire Veteran Centre
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re inching closer to the Christmas Break, and the standings, particularly in the Eastern Conference, couldn’t be any closer.
Samuel Montembeault News / Daily Faceoff / December 16
Canadiens assign Samuel Montembeault to AHL on conditioning stint
The Montreal Canadiens announced on Tuesday that they have assigned goalie Samuel Montembeault to their AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket, for a conditioning stint.
Mike Matheson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 16
Montreal Canadiens' Mike Matheson out day-to-day
Matheson currently leads the Canadiens in average ice time per game.
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