Montreal Canadiens: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cole Caufield Nominated for the Lady Byng Trophy

It’s official. Cole Caufield is nominated for the Lady Byng Trophy. The trophy is awarded to the player who demonstrates the best sportsmanship while maintaining a high level of performance.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 30

Finally, hockey in May; Demidov hurts his contract negotiations, and Danault is more valuable than Caufield

Last night, the Canadiens managed to do what they hadn't been able to do in Games 2 and 4: protect their lead. In Game 2 of the series, the Habs led 2–1 midway through the third period but still lost in overtime (3–2).

Alexandre Texier News / Dose.ca / April 30

Alexandre Texier’s agent points out that all the teams passed on him in the draft

Last night, several players stepped up to help the Canadiens beat the Lightning. Suddenly, no one is talking about the hit Juraj Slafkovsky took at the Bell Centre anymore… In particular, we must highlight the strong performance of Kirby Dach's line.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

The 'Playoff goal-leaders by NHL team' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / April 30

Here’s just how much Brendan Gallagher is loved in the locker room

A few weeks ago, Brendan Gallagher was left out of the lineup by Martin St-Louis for a back-to-back game. It caused quite a stir, and he was quickly back in the lineup.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson crushes Chris Chelios playoff benchmark vs. Lightning

The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday to take a 3-2 series lead. Montreal and Tampa played another close game, but the Habs got it done in Game 5.

Brendan Gallagher News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 29

Canadiens F Brendan Gallagher’s priceless reaction to early goal vs. Lightning

The Montreal Canadiens beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Wednesday to take a 3-2 series lead. That road win puts the Habs in the driver’s seat, headed back to Bell Centre, where a rowdy Friday crowd awaits.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / April 30

3 Random Thoughts from Canadiens 3-2 Win Over the Lightning

The Montreal Canadiens didn’t make it easy on themselves, but they got the job done. And that’s really all that matters this time of year. A 3–2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 5 gives Montreal a 3–2 series lead, and suddenly, the possibilities of the Canadiens moving on feel very real.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 29

Canadiens overcome blown leads vs. Lightning to steal Game 5

In one of the closest series of the first round, the Montreal Canadiens stole Game 5 from the Tampa Bay Lightning with the only third-period goal.

David Pastrnak saves Bruins from elimination with overtime winner in Game 5 against Sabres

'It's become a distraction': Senators' Brady Tkachuk growing sick of trade rumors

NHL hearing with Senators F Ridly Greig set for May 4

Vezina finalists: Andrei Vasilevskiy, Ilya Sorokin, Jeremy Swayman

The '2003-04 Tampa Bay Lightning' quiz

Noah Dobson News / The Sick Podcast / April 29

How Soon Will Noah Dobson Be Back?

Over the last week or so, one of the biggest storylines surrounding the Montreal Canadiens outside of their play in their series against the Tampa Bay Lightning has been the status of defenseman Noah Dobson’s return to the lineup.

Florian Xhekaj News / The Sick Podcast / April 29

What Florian Xhekaj Learned From His First NHL Stint

On Tuesday night’s episode of the Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro had a special interview that was pre-taped from earlier in the day with Laval Rocket forward Florian Xhekaj.

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The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / April 29

Larry Robinson weighs in on Lane Hutson

When a legend like Larry Robinson speaks, it's never just a passing remark. This time, Lane Hutson is at the center of his message. In an article by Benoît Rioux on TVA Sports, Robinson made a point of defending the young Canadiens defenseman and, above all, putting certain things into perspective.

Martin St. Louis News / Professor Press Box / April 29

St. Louis' Old Soul Coaching Has His Canadiens Knocking on the Door

Martin St. Louis has an old soul vibe — low‑key, sharp, and the kind of guy who can make a messy idea sound simple. He’s calm on the bench, talks like someone who actually did the homework, and because he lived the game, players don’t tune him out.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / April 29

Surprise in Michigan: Michael Hage is not the captain

The University of Michigan has officially unveiled its leadership group for the upcoming season… and there's one detail that stands out. This might not sit well with Canadiens fans.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Professor Press Box / April 29

Slafkovsky, Structure, and Belief: Canadiens Eye Game 5 Upset

The Montreal Canadiens head into Game 5 against the Tampa Bay Lightning in a series that honestly feels way closer than anyone probably expected. It’s tied 2–2, there’s been overtime, momentum swings, big hits, late goals — basically everything you’d expect from a playoff series that refuses to settle down.

Noah Dobson News / Athlon Sports / April 29