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Analyst Shocked as Team USA Continues to Snub Lane Hutson

Team USA announced on Wednesday that Anaheim Ducks defenseman Jackson LaCombe would be replacing the injured Seth Jones at the upcoming February Winter Olympics — a decision that, unsurprisingly, has sparked some blowback online.

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Alexandre Texier and Patrik Laine will not return to play tonight

Yesterday at practice, Alexandre Texier and Patrik Laine were present. However, even though they were both wearing regular jerseys, their presence on a “fifth line” with Samuel Blais led us to believe that the guys weren’t going to return to the game.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / January 22

'Why not?': The idea of removing Zachary Bolduc from the lineup is causing a stir

Recently, I’ve been wondering if it’s time to think about sending Zachary Bolduc to the AHL. I’m not one of those people who thinks he should be traded, but I am one of those people who doesn’t see how going to the AHL to dominate for a bit could hurt him in the long run.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 22

Canadiens (and Canadians) Owe Wild GM Guerin Thanks for Snubbing Hutson

It would be incredibly juvenile for Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin to hold Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson’s performance vs. his team on Tuesday against him.

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There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / January 22

Lane Hutson ignored: 'Americans don’t want his father around.'

We all remember when Lane Hutson’s father reminded us that Alex Galchenyuk’s father wasn’t the only one who didn’t always mind his own business, right?

Patrik Laine News / The Hockey Writers / January 22

What Is the Canadiens’ Plan for Patrik Laine?

When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets, expectations were tempered, but curiosity was high. The former 40-goal scorer was seen as a low-risk, high-reward bet, a player with elite offensive talent who might rediscover his game in a new environment.

Jonathan Toews News / Dose.ca / January 22

Jonathan Toews: JiC wonders if he’s the missing piece in Montreal

The Canadiens are enjoying a fine 2025-26 season. The club has a record of 28-15-7, which currently places it third in the Atlantic(and in a very good position to make the playoffs).

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 22

Jackson LaCombe preferred over Lane Hutson: USA Hockey defends its decision

Earlier today, we learned that Seth Jones would not be able to take part in the upcoming Olympic Games. This opened up a spot on the U.S. defensive brigade, just hours after Lane Hutson dominated as Bill Guerin visited the Bell Centre.

Ivan Demidov News / The Sick Podcast / January 21

Ivan Demidov Is Ahead Of Schedule In His Development

On Monday night, well-known hockey data guru Byron Bader tweeted a chart to show that Montreal Canadiens rookie Ivan Demidov is in fact 2 years ahead of schedule when it comes to developing into a similar player to Minnesota Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 21

Jake Evans: There’s some internal competition brewing (and that’s a good thing)

Martin St-Louis will soon have some decisions to make. And why? Because Patrik Laine and Alexandre Texier may soon be ready to return to action. Jake Evans and Kirby Dach have already returned to the Montreal lineup, but other tough choices will have to be made shortly.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / January 21

Michael Hage is nominated for the Hobey Baker Award

Michael Hage is having quite a season in the NCAA. He scored 32 points (12 goals) in just 24 games with the University of Michigan and is one of his club’s offensive leaders.

Alexandre Carrier News / Yardbarker / January 21

Canadiens defensemen rank second in NHL points, credit HC Martin St. Louis' system

This certain freedom is the reason why the Canadiens' defensive unit ranks second in the NHL with 134 points since the start of the season.

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Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / January 21

Patrik Laine: 'I’m not convinced the habs are happy that he’s ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation.'

Patrik Laine is feeling better. The forward, who hasn’t played since October 16, resumed practice with his teammates in the last few days. He’s still training like an extra because he’s not 100% ready to return to the game, but he’s making progress.

Lane Hutson News / The Sick Podcast / January 21

Why Lane Hutson Is A Legitimate Norris Trophy Candidate

Montreal Canadiens second-year defenseman Lane Hutson is having himself quite the season as he now leads all defensemen with 43 assists in 50 games, which is also 6th among all skaters so far this year.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21

Why Canadiens Aren’t Putting Juraj Slafkovsky on the Trade Block

Montreal Canadiens fans are wondering whether Juraj Slafkovsky has arrived yet. And the short answer is complicated. Because Montreal isn’t just waiting.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / January 21

Inside the Canadiens’ Approach with Juraj Slafkovský

One of the most overused words in hockey is patience. Teams preach it. Coaches promise it. Fans are told to accept it. And yet, patience is often confused with standing still and hoping time fixes things on its own.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 21

Canadiens Score Late to Edge Past Wild in Dramatic Finish

The Montreal Canadiens delivered one of the most thrilling finishes of their season this week. With the game tied and time running out, the home side found a way to keep a play alive deep in the offensive zone before converting for a dramatic victory over the visiting Minnesota Wild.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21

Ivan Demidov Tracking to Be Even Better Than Kirill Kaprizov?

Even before he was drafted, Ivan Demidov drew comparisons to Kirill Kaprizov—both supremely talented Russian wingers with true superstar potential, Kaprizov obviously already having reached that level.

Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22

Analyst Has a Simple but Genius Fix After Lane Hutson’s Phantom Penalty

Lane Hutson was on the wrong end of one of the most baffling penalty calls of the NHL season, reigniting a familiar debate about officiating. While NHL referees have one of the most difficult jobs in the league, how is it that the officiating can be so glaringly bad, and is there a way to fix it?

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21

Lineup Chaos Means Laine’s Canadiens Future Up in the Air

Patrik Laine’s situation with the Montreal Canadiens is giving fans plenty to think about. When Tony Marinaro asked Eric Engels if Laine would suit up again in Montreal, Engels didn’t really have a straight answer.

Kirby Dach News / The Hockey Writers / January 21

Canadiens’ Kirby Dach Needs to Take Advantage of His Current Opportunity

The Montreal Canadiens have spent most of the season navigating through a difficult injury situation, and Kirby Dach has been right at the center of it.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / January 20

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Cole Caufield News / Field Level Media / January 20

Cole Caufield buries late winner as Canadiens stun Wild

Cole Caufield's go-ahead goal with 15 seconds remaining in regulation secured a dramatic 4-3 victory for the Montreal Canadiens over the visiting Minnesota Wild on Tuesday.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / January 20

Canadiens’ Texier out day-to-day with lower-body injury, Dach returns to lineup

A couple of roster adjustments for the Montreal Canadiens, including the return of one of the team’s young stars. On Tuesday, the team announced that forward Alexandre Texier is out day-to-day with a lower-body injury.

Cole Caufield News / The Hockey Writers / January 19

Canadiens’ Cole Caufield Showing His Clutch Gene this Season

Saturday night against the Ottawa Senators offered yet another reminder of just how lethal Cole Caufield has become when the game is on the line. With the score deadlocked in overtime, the Montreal Canadiens’ sniper struck again, burying the winning goal and sealing two crucial points for Montreal.