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Alex Newhook: don’t expect the same player when he returns

Alex Newhook: don’t expect the same player when he returns

Yesterday, the Canadiens were thrashed 7-0 by the Stars, at home no less. However, aside from the two points at stake, what hurt the Habs the most was the loss of Alex Newhook, who suffered an injury and had to leave the game.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 14
Habs Injury News Worse Than Expected

Habs Injury News Worse Than Expected

The Montreal Canadiens announced on Friday afternoon that forward Alex Newhook fractured his right ankle and will be out for the next 4 months after having surgery earlier in the day.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / November 14
Kent Hughes has lost quite a bit of leverage on the transaction market

Kent Hughes has lost quite a bit of leverage on the transaction market

Two weeks ago, we were thinking that the Canadiens were doing well. The club was relatively healthy (Patrik Laine hadn’t had a great start to the season, and Kaiden Guhle wasn’t out with a long-term injury) and in the standings, things were going well.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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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.

Jakub Dobes News / The Sick Podcast / November 14
Could Dobes’ Reaction To The OT Loss To The Devils Is Hurting His Game?

Could Dobes’ Reaction To The OT Loss To The Devils Is Hurting His Game?

The Montreal Canadiens are now in a situation where neither their goaltenders, Samuel Montembeault nor Jakub Dobes, can make a big save when they need it most.

Alex Newhook News / Field Level Media / November 14
Canadiens' Alex Newhook out 4 months after ankle surgery

Canadiens' Alex Newhook out 4 months after ankle surgery

Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook underwent surgery on his fractured ankle and is expected to be sidelined four months, the team announced Friday.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 14
Canadiens’ Alex Newhook out four months; Kaiden Guhle out 8-10 weeks

Canadiens’ Alex Newhook out four months; Kaiden Guhle out 8-10 weeks

A couple of important players in la belle province will be out for a substantial amount of time. On Friday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that forward Alex Newhook underwent surgery to repair a fractured ankle and is expected to miss four months.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 14
Canadiens News and Notes: Newhook, Trade Rumours, and Olympics 

Canadiens News and Notes: Newhook, Trade Rumours, and Olympics 

In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has his work cut out for him as the 2025-26 season progresses

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 14
Jared Davidson recalled by the Canadiens: the club preferred him to David Kampf

Jared Davidson recalled by the Canadiens: the club preferred him to David Kampf

Last night, Alex Newhook went down fighting in the Habs’ loss to the Stars. And with Martin St-Louis confirming that the forward would miss some time, the Habs were going to need a replacement.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 14
Canadiens' Alex Newhook out four months, Kaiden Guhle out 8-10 weeks

Canadiens' Alex Newhook out four months, Kaiden Guhle out 8-10 weeks

The Canadiens will be without Alex Newhook and Kaiden Guhle for a while.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 14
Martin St-Louis confirms Alex Newhook will miss time: it comes at the wrong time

Martin St-Louis confirms Alex Newhook will miss time: it comes at the wrong time

Last night, the Habs lost to the Stars. But in addition to losing the game, they also lost Alex Newhook in defeat. The forward fell heavily against the boards… and when you look at the images, it’s hard not to think that this could be a very, very serious injury.

David Kampf News / NHL Trade Talk / November 14
Canadiens Eye David Kampf After Injury Creates Urgent Need at Center

Canadiens Eye David Kampf After Injury Creates Urgent Need at Center

The Montreal Canadiens weren’t expected to be major players in the David Kampf sweepstakes. Then Alex Newhook went down — and everything changed. The injury, which looked troubling the moment it happened, instantly created a hole down the middle of Montreal’s lineup.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 14

Optional practice: No Rocket guys on the ice

In the wake of the Canadiens’ crushing 7-0 loss to the Dallas Stars, it was to be expected that things would get a little shaky at practice this morning.

Lane Hutson News / The Hockey Writers / November 14
Canadiens’ Hutson Joins Elite Company After 100 NHL Games

Canadiens’ Hutson Joins Elite Company After 100 NHL Games

Reaching 100 NHL games is an important milestone for any young player, but in Lane Hutson’s case, it feels like only the beginning of what could be a remarkable career.

Samuel Montembeault News / The Hockey Writers / November 14
Canadiens Need Sam Montembeault to Be Better

Canadiens Need Sam Montembeault to Be Better

The Montreal Canadiens have one of the best starting goaltenders in the league with Jakub Dobes, and he’s only 24 years old. Every time he gets in between the pipes, it’s expected that he will not only give a phenomenal performance with acrobatic saves, but that the Habs will be coming out of the game gaining two points.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 14
7-0: the worst defeat in the club’s history at the Bell Centre

7-0: the worst defeat in the club’s history at the Bell Centre

It’s been a tough week for the Canadiens, who have just thawed out twice in a row in front of their fans at the Bell Centre: 5-1 against the Kings, then 7-0 against the Stars.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 14
David Kampf: Elliotte Friedman’s turn to link him to the Canadiens

David Kampf: Elliotte Friedman’s turn to link him to the Canadiens

It’s a real shame for Alex Newhook. We don’t know how much time he’ll have to miss after yesterday’s fall… but on the face of it, it’s not a good sign.

Samuel Montembeault News / The Sick Podcast / November 13
It’s Time To Worry About Montembeault’s Play

It’s Time To Worry About Montembeault’s Play

On Wednesday night, TSN’s Craig Button went on the Sick Podcast to discuss the Montreal Canadiens’ recent play with Tony Marinaro. One of the main topics that was brought up was just how bad goaltender Samuel Montembeault’s struggles have been this season.

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