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On YouTubeMontreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / February 17
A Somewhat Surprising Look at Some Montreal Canadiens Statistics
Many analysts predicted that the Montreal Canadiens might miss the playoffs this season. While there was optimism that the team would improve on last year’s point total, few expected them to be among the league’s top contenders.
Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / February 17
What If 'Tony O' Continued His Career as a Montreal Canadien?
Here’s something that still surprises people: before Tony Esposito became a Chicago Blackhawk legend, he got his NHL start with the Montreal Canadiens.
Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / February 17
Patrik Laine did not participate in the Canadiens’ practice today.
Guess who’s back! The Canadiens were back at practice today in Brossard. All the guys were on the ice, except for those currently in Milan for the Olympics (Nick Suzuki, Alexandre Texier, Oliver Kapanen, and Juraj Slafkovsky).
The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz
In the history of the NHL, a total of 47 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 47 can you name in six minutes?
Sidney Crosby News / Dose.ca / February 17
Sidney Crosby in Montreal: 'That possibility is now out of the question.'
When we think about players who could immediately help the Montreal Canadiens, Sidney Crosby’s name often comes up in the discussion. That’s normal: we’re talking about a guy who is still producing at a really high level despite his age.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / February 17
Nick Suzuki is practicing at the center this morning.
Nick Suzuki’s situation has been the subject of much discussion lately. We know that due to his mediocre performance, there is a chance he will be benched tomorrow for Canada’s quarterfinal game.
Alexandre Texier News / Dose.ca / February 17
Alexandre Texier finished the Olympic tournament without scoring any points.
This morning, there were two men’s hockey games at the Olympics. First, Switzerland beat Italy. Switzerland and Oliver Kapanen’s Finland will therefore face off tomorrow at noon in a quarterfinal game.
Juraj Slafkovsky News / Professor Press Box / February 16
Canadiens Juraj Slafkovsky Is Growing Right in Front of Our Eyes
Juraj Slafkovsky is only 21, but he’s already turning into the face of both the Montreal Canadiens and Team Slovakia. And the wild part is how comfortable he looks doing it.
Nick Suzuki News / The Sick Podcast / February 16
Why Nick Suzuki Has Been Underrated For Canada at the Olympics
Since the end of Canada’s massive 10-2 victory on Sunday against France, there has been talk online about how Canada should scratch Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki in favour of Brad Marchand for their quarterfinal matchup on Wednesday; the underlying numbers show that Suzuki’s play on Team Canada has been rather underrated by many.
Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / February 16
Olympic Break Top 10 Habs Prospects: #1 Michael Hage
After 10 days of counting down the top prospects in the Montreal Canadiens organization, we are finally at the #1 prospect, forward Michael Hage. The centre has been tearing up the NCAA for the 2nd year in a row as one of the college’s best playmakers during his sophomore season at the University of Michigan.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 16
Analyst Likes the Canadiens For Rangers’ $40M Center
According to James Mirtle of The Athletic, watch out for the Montreal Canadiens when it comes to Vincent Trocheck and the trade deadline. He writes: “The Canadiens’ biggest hole all season has been down the middle, and it’s going to be a battle at the deadline for the limited options who can fill the 2C role on a contender.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / February 16
Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov are roommates on the road (and they only talk about hockey).
Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov have built a great relationship. The two guys often carpool to practice and they also ride together to games. Oh, and they love spending time on the ice after Canadiens practices.
Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / February 16
Suzuki possibly left out on Wednesday: Regardless, he is the #1 center in the NHL.
Ah, social media… In 2026, we live in a society where everyone is entitled to their opinion. And you know what? I completely agree with that. But since the start of the Olympic tournament, I’ve seen TONS of negative comments about Nick Suzuki, who plays on the wing.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 16
How the Canadiens Fared in the Olympic Round Robin
The Olympic group stage always reveals early narratives, contenders separating themselves, underdogs rising, and individuals either thriving or surviving in the spotlight.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / February 16
Canadiens: I think I know who will broadcast next year’s Saturday games
I’ve been saying this for several months now in various forums. On the radio, in podcasts, here in my articles… Those who expect TVA Sports to shut down next year because it will lose the French-language national rights to the NHL are in for a big surprise.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 15
Trade Deadline Primer: Montreal Canadiens
With the Olympic break upon us, the trade deadline is under a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? After looking at bubble teams in recent days, we now shift the focus to teams currently in a playoff spot. Next up are the Canadiens.
Jake Debrusk News / NHL Trade Talk / February 16
Are Canadiens Ready to Make Noise at Deadline with DeBrusk?
The Montreal Canadiens are looking at having some fun this season, and the playoffs might actually have us on the edge of our seats for a change. With the trade deadline on March 6, it feels like the team’s about to turn up the drama just in time.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / February 16
Canadiens’ Slafkovský Outstanding on the Olympic Stage
The hockey world’s attention is currently fixed on the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics. It is therefore an ideal moment to highlight the outstanding contributions of Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovský.
Phillip Danault News / Professor Press Box / February 14
Bringing Home Danault Has Been Huge for the Canadiens
Sometimes the best trade isn’t flashy. It isn’t the big-name scorer or the splashy deadline swing. Sometimes it’s the quiet, steady, grown-up move that settles everything down.
Juraj Slafkovsky News / Yardbarker / February 14
Slovakia's surprising group win could cause chaos in men's Olympic hockey tournament
USA, Canada and Sweden entered the tournament as the top-three gold-medal favorites and the favorites to win their respective groups. Slovakia and Sweden threw a pretty big wrench into all those plans.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 14
Canadiens’ Young Talent Set to Complete Montreal’s NHL Rebuild
The Montreal Canadiens are only one to two more years away from transitioning from a rebuild to legitimate contenders. By that point, players like Nick
Juraj Slafkovsky News / Breakaway on SI / February 14
Canadiens' Juraj Slafkovsky Turning Olympic Opportunity Into Reality
Slovakia is upsetting the power dynamics at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. It was expected that the Slovaks, who are in a group with Finland and Sweden, would finish third in the group and probably bow out in the first round of the knockout stage.
Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 12
Canadiens Likely To Trade Patrik Laine After Olympics
For the past few weeks, winger Patrik Laine has been a full participant at most Montreal Canadiens practices as he works his way back from core muscle surgery.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / February 10
Canadiens' playoff destiny hinges on brutal post-Olympic schedule
The NHL's Olympic break may prove beneficial, but one could have done without it. The Montreal Canadiens are so much fun to watch that a normal continuation of play would be preferred.
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / February 8
Canadiens have quietly been one of the NHL's top teams
The Montreal Canadiens have been one of the NHL's top five teams for the past year, since the return from the Four Nations Face-Off break. This is not an opinion; it is a fact.
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