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Hat trick for Bryce Pickford: the defender has scored 20 goals in 28 games

Of course, there’s a lot of talk about the Canadiens’ top forward prospects, such as Michael Hage and Alexander Zharovsky, and rightly so. However, we mustn’t forget that on defense, even if we’re a long way from the days when the Habs had plenty of solid prospects on defense, there are still some very interesting names.

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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.

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Logan Mailloux News / Dose.ca / December 6

Logan Mailloux doesn’t think he would have had a 'fair' chance in Montreal

Logan Mailloux’s stay in Montreal has been fraught with obstacles, right from his selection in the 2021 draft. It wasn’t easy, and we know it was a choice of the previous administration.

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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.

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / December 6

Jakub Dobes: there’s a chance we’ll see him again tomorrow (and that would send quite a message)

Tonight, the Canadiens are in Toronto to take on the Maple Leafs. And for the occasion, Jakub Dobes will be in goal. The 24-year-old goaltender is actually on a good run.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / December 6

Can Oliver Kapanen Be a 2nd Line Centre?

The more Oliver Kapanen and Ivan Demidov play together, the better the chemistry between the young duo has become. On Friday’s episode of the Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro explained that he believes that with how elite Demidov is offensively, it may be harder to play with him.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 6

Slaf: We are finally seeing the player the Canadiens drafted

Ahhhhh, the good old spring of 2022… At the age of 17, Juraj Slafkovsky had just been named MVP of the Olympic Games after scoring 7 goals in 7 games, helping Slovakia to the bronze medal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 6

Martin St-Louis is clear: he has a plan in mind for Zachary Bolduc

Zachary Bolduc hasn’t played much since the start of the week. After being benched for Tuesday night’s game, he played less than eight minutes against the Jets the following day.

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / December 6

Playing time and Calder Trophy: 'Ivan Demidov isn’t thinking about it at all'

Everyone in Montreal loves Ivan Demidov, and everyone talks about him constantly, given all the talent and potential he possesses. We want to see him perform, and since the start of the season, we haven’t been disappointed.

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.

Florian Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / December 6

Florian Xhekaj: a tremendous performance in his first game back in Laval

With so many mid- and long-term injuries to the Montreal Canadiens, a few Laval Rocket players were given the chance to demonstrate their NHL skills. Among

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / December 6

'I don’t think Michael Hage is untouchable.'

The Canadiens want to improve their center position. Yes, Oliver Kapanen exists, and he forms an unlikely and successful duo with Ivan Demidov. But we know that regression is almost inevitable in his case.

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.

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Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / December 6

J.O.: The Athletic’s four panelists place Nick Suzuki in their lineup

With the Olympic Games just around the corner, speculation about who would play for the various nations continues apace. The panelists on The Athletic Hockey Show podcast got in on the act, and we can see their lineup projected here: Interestingly enough, all four panelists included Nick Suzuki in their lineups.

Alexander Zharovsky News / The Sick Podcast / December 5

Alexander Zharovsky Will Play In KHL All-Star Game

As an 18-year-old Montreal Canadiens prospect, Alexander Zharovsky is continuing to impress with Salavat UFA of the KHL, as he now has 8 goals and 22 points in 25 games this season after he had 2 assists in his team’s 4-1 victory over AK Bars Kazan on Friday.

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

Canadiens’ Cole Caufield talks about how the power play can help 5-on-5 play

The Montreal Canadiens have gotten solid production from star winger Cole Caufield this season, as the American has racked up 29 points in 26 games as the Canadiens have had a mercurial start to the season.

Nick Suzuki News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

Canadiens’ Nick Suzuki Finds Himself in Selke Trophy Conversation With Strong Start

Over the final months of the Montreal Canadiens’ push to the playoffs in 2024-25, the captain, Nick Suzuki, elevated his game to a new tier, driving offence, locking things down defensively, and proving he could carry a team when it mattered most.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Canadiens to Wait on Trade as Goalie Prospect Draws Brodeur Comparison

The Montreal Canadiens have had goaltending problems to start the 2025-26 season, and it’s a huge reason why they’re tied for the fourth-most goals allowed in the league right now.

Lane Hutson News / The Sick Podcast / December 5

Has Lane Hutson Done Enough To Make Team USA?

This isn’t the first article about whether or not a player has done enough to make their respective country’s Olympic team; however, when it comes to Lane Hutson, he may be the one who had the longest shot of making the Olympics out of the Canadian or American Habs players that have been discussed.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

Canadiens Must Ride or Die with Dobes in Net

You can kind of understand what Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis was going for when he replaced Jakub Dobes in net with Sam Montembeault after he and the Habs got blown out 7-2 against the Colorado Avalanche last Saturday.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 4

Canadiens reassign Adam Engstrom and Florian Xhekaj to AHL

Following last night’s victory over Winnipeg, the Canadiens announced a pair of roster moves. The team has assigned defenseman Adam Engstrom and winger Florian Xhekaj to AHL Laval.

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / December 4

Canadiens Could Peddle Another Blueliner to Add a Forward

As per Lyle Richardson of The Hockey News, “Given the Canadiens’ recent trade history, it wouldn’t be surprising if they peddle another blueliner to add

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / December 2

Canadiens Pull Defenseman From Trade Market, Exploring Other Options

Don’t expect the Montreal Canadiens to trade defenseman Kaiden Guhle. Keen on keeping the blueliner, the team will explore other options first, only moving Guhle if the offer is so outrageous it can’t be ignored.