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Team Canada goalkeeping combination: Samuel Montembeault not mentioned

The Canadiens will be counting on a few players at the Olympic Games. For Slovakia, Juraj Slafkovsky will be there. For the Czech Republic, Jakub Dobes has a chance.

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Alex Kovalev refused to be honoured at the Bell Centre

Alex Kovalev was an excellent player for the Canadiens. No, he didn’t spend 10 years in town. No, he wasn’t necessarily here in his prime. Yes, he left for Ottawa because of a contract dispute.

Ivan Demidov News / The Sick Podcast / November 26

Alex Kovalev Gives Advice To Ivan Demidov And Reportedly Rejected A Tribute Night At The Bell Centre

On Wednesday, in an article that RG Media’s Sergey Demidov (no relation to Ivan) wrote about an interview he recently had with former Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Kovalev, it was stated that the Russian star recently rejected a proposed offer to come to Montreal for a tribute night in his honour.

Florian Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / November 26

Florian Xhekaj: the Panthers really wanted to draft him (and the Habs knew it)

In the 2023 draft, the Habs selected Florian Xhekaj 101st overall. The Habs reunited the two brothers… who both played with the big club last Saturday.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Kaiden Guhle News / Dose.ca / November 26

Kaiden Guhle: his name circulates in deal rumors, according to JiC

Kaiden Guhle, as we all know, is a very, very good defender. The 23-year-old is a big part of the Habs defensive brigade… when he’s healthy. Because, yes, unfortunately, that’s a problem in his case: injuries don’t let him go.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 26

The Habs are far from the only aggressive club on the market at the moment

Will Kent Hughes succeed in his mission to add a talented player to his roster so that he can help the team? We know that the Canadiens’ GM is working hard to make this happen, and has been for a long time.

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / November 26

More productive, less flashy: Alex Kovalev criticizes Ivan Demidov (and that bothers me)

Alex Kovalev gave an interview to Sergey Demidov of RG Media. And in the text, we learn that the former Habs player refused to be honoured at the Bell Centre.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

What Made the Canadiens’ Win Over the Maple Leafs so Important

The Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Maple Leafs are both injury-ridden. Most recently, forward Kirby Dach suffered a broken foot against the Boston Bruins on Nov.

Samuel Blais News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 26

Maple Leafs place Sammy Blais on waivers

The Maple Leafs announced that winger Sammy Blais has been placed on waivers for the purpose of assignment to AHL Toronto. Since the move is in conjunction with injured reserve activations for Auston Matthews and Nicolas Roy, the Leafs can place him on the non-roster list during his 24-hour waiver period to stay at the 23-play limit.

Adam Engstrom News / Daily Faceoff / November 26

Canadiens’ Adam Engstrom to make NHL debut Wednesday vs. Mammoth

The Montreal Canadiens announced Wednesday afternoon that defense prospect Adam Engstrom will make his NHL debut against the Utah Mammoth that night. The Canadiens officially recalled Engstrom from the AHL’s Laval Rocket on Sunday, the same day they signed center Alexandre Texier to a one-year contract.

Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / November 26

Adam Engström to play in place of Arber Xhekaj tonight against Mammoth

Big news from the Canadiens. Tonight… Arber Xhekaj will pass. Adam Engström will take his place in Martin St-Louis’ lineup. Obviously, this will be the Swede’s first NHL game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 26

The Canadiens have gained another 10% in value in one year

As is often the case, the value of NHL franchises has been revealed publicly. CNBC has managed to compile the data and we see that, once again, the Canadiens are the third most valuable franchise in the NHL.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / November 26

Players (and owners) are stupid

On November 4, Nick Suzuki blocked a Flyers shot in overtime, helping his team force a shootout. Suzuki was able to try his luck in the shootout, but missed (as has happened all too often over the past two years).

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 26

'The Canadiens are interested in Ryan O’Reilly'

Let’s talk about the Canadiens. The Habs need help at forward, center and in a pool of veteran players who have already won something significant. Ideally, it looks like this.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 26

Canadiens: Alex Kovalev turned down an evening to be honoured at the Bell Centre

Alex Kovalev was an excellent player for the Canadiens. No, he didn’t spend 10 years in town. No, he wasn’t necessarily here in his prime. Yes, he left for Ottawa because of a contract dispute.

Adam Engstrom News / Dose.ca / November 26

Adam Engstrom is in demand across the NHL: an important week for him

In recent days, the Canadiens have recalled Adam Engstrom. Normally, when the Canadiens go on the road, they recall Marc Del Gaizo. But in this case, recalling an important prospect reminds us that the Habs are elsewhere.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 26

NHL Parity Means Canadiens Need to Find Solution at Centre Now

The Montreal Canadiens have begun to pull themselves out of their longest losing streak so far this season. Despite the great start that had fans drooling

Alexandre Texier News / Last Word On Sports / November 26

Alexandre Texier’s Potential Impact with the Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens acquired yet another Francophone on Sunday. However, this player hails from France, not Quebec. Montreal signed forward Alexandre Texier to a one-year deal after St.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 26

Florian Xhekaj: Pierre Dorion wanted him at any price with the Senators

On Saturday night, Florian Xhekaj played his first NHL game. Arber’s little brother took the opportunity to collect his first point (an assist) and to fight his first career battle in the Bettman circuit.

Alexandre Texier News / The Sick Podcast / November 25

Rocket Head Coach Praises Texier Signing

On Tuesday afternoon, Laval Rocket Head Coach Pascal Vincent spoke to the media about the Montreal Canadiens’ signing of forward Alexandre Texier. Vincent spent two years coaching Texier as an assistant coach and another year as the head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, where he got to know a lot about how Texier plays the game.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 25

3 Players the Canadiens Should Watch at the CHL Prospect Games

With the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) Prospect Games taking place this week, the 2026 NHL Entry Draft picture is starting to take early shape. For the Montreal Canadiens, an organization that has leaned heavily on drafting smart, dynamic prospects, the event represents a valuable window into emerging talent.

Adam Engstrom News / The Sick Podcast / November 24