Montreal Canadiens: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Season 26-27: My Expectations for Demidov, Kapanen, and Newhook

Last week, I published an article in which I discussed my expectations for Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, and Juraj Slafkovsky heading into the upcoming season.

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Trade Targets Still Worth Pursuing For The Canadiens

There is an old saying in hockey that if you don’t ask, you don’t get. Kent Hughes has never struck me as a general manager who is afraid to pick up the phone, even if the answer is likely to be “no”.

Kirill Marchenko News / NHL Rumors / August 5

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Interest in Kirill Marchenko

The Montreal Canadiens would be interested in Kirill Marchenko if he’s made available, but do they have what the Columbus Blue Jackets would want? The Sheet with Jeff Marek: Marco D’Amico on Friday’s episode of The Sheet with Jeff Marek, when asked about Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kirill Marchenko Marek: “Yeah, let’s let’s get into it.

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 5

3 Canadiens PTO Targets Ahead of the 2026-27 season

With training camp just a few weeks away, most NHL rosters are close to being finalized. That doesn’t mean teams are done adding players. Every year, several veterans and NHL depth players earn professional tryout (PTO) contracts in hopes of securing a roster spot before opening night.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / August 4

'Michael Hage won’t be the kind of player who makes a difference.'

As we know, the Montreal Canadiens need reinforcements in their top six—specifically at center on the second line. Fans have high hopes for Michael Hage.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / August 4

Here’s what makes Nick Suzuki a good captain, according to Rafaël Harvey-Pinard

When we think of the best captains of modern times, the names Patrice Bergeron, Sidney Crosby, and Jonathan Toews quickly come to mind. After all, they've proven they have what it takes to be excellent captains, while winning almost everywhere they've played.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / August 4

Montreal Adds Another Young Defenceman to the Pipeline

The Montreal Canadiens made a small move this week that probably won't get much attention outside of the organization. But these are the kinds of moves that can become important later.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 4

'I think the Canadiens see Anton Lundell in Oliver Kapanen.'

Oliver Kapanen had an unusual rookie season. The young center, who found himself playing center on the second line by default, had his ups and downs. He still managed to score 22 goals and 37 points… but one has to wonder to what extent that production was due to Ivan Demidov's impact.

Patrik Laine News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 4

Free Agent Profile: Patrik Laine

It’s safe to say that Patrik Laine‘s career has not gone as planned since he was drafted with the second overall pick of the 2016 NHL Draft. In recent years, Laine’s career has been hindered by injuries, significantly diminishing the value he once had.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / August 4

Lane Hutson: Félix Séguin wants him to serve as assistant captain

Lane Hutson, as we know, is a special hockey player. The defenseman is brimming with talent on the ice… but beyond that, it's also his impeccable work ethic that stands out.

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The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

Alexandre Carrier News / The Sick Podcast / August 4

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Alexandre Carrier

As we get into the dog days of summer and until training camp, thesickpodcast.com will profile Montreal Canadiens players based on their expected role for the 2026-27 NHL season.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / August 4

Samuel Montembeault: Two Days of Practice Raise Questions

Samuel Montembeault has had a busy few weeks lately. The goaltender, who has been at the center of trade rumors for months, became a father this summer.

Arber Xhekaj News / NHL Trade Talk / August 4

Flames In Or Out on a Trade with the Canadiens for Arber Xhekaj?

The Calgary Flames have reportedly joined the Philadelphia Flyers as a potential suitor for Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj — but are they actually a serious threat to land him, or just another name in a crowded rumor mill?

Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / August 4

Brendan Gallagher will play hockey with several Canadiens players tonight

As you probably know, the 3-on-3 league in Montreal (LSHL) has been in full swing for several years now. Both men and women compete in three-on-three games.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / August 4

The NHL’s Shortest-Lived Franchise Was in Montreal

The Montreal Canadiens are the oldest and longest-running franchise in National Hockey League history. The NHL version of the team is as old as the league itself, having played its first game on opening night, Dec.

Kent Hughes News / Trade Talk Sports / August 4

Canadiens Reporter Still Believes Kent Hughes Has a Trade Coming

Aside from extending some of their own players, it’s been a very quiet offseason so far for the Montreal Canadiens. Whether it was Matthew Knies, Robert Thomas, or Kirill Marchenko, fans were expecting a splash from GM Kent Hughes after their run to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Cole Caufield News / NHLFanCentral / August 5

Cole Caufield earns elite Top 10 winger ranking after historic Canadiens season

Cole Caufield has become one of the NHL’s top players before the 2026-27 season. After having the best season of his career with the Montreal Canadiens, NHL Network ranked him ninth in its latest Top 20 winger rankings.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 4

Canadian Documentary on Crave: Details on the Upcoming Season

For the past two years, the Canadiens have once again been giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at their locker room through the series “La Reconstruction” on Crave.

Connor McDavid News / Dose.ca / August 4

'I imagine Montreal would be an interesting market for Connor McDavid'

We mentioned this in an article this morning, but the Canadiens must be feeling a certain sense of urgency. To what extent? In terms of the additions they need to make to help the team win… and to avoid alienating the team's best players, who have taken a pay cut in the name of (potential) victory.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 4

Top 5 Canadiens Feel-Good Stories of 2025-26

Canadiens Can Stay One Step Ahead With These 3 Extensions

One of the biggest reasons the Montreal Canadiens have been able to build such a promising roster is Kent Hughes’ willingness to be proactive. Rather than waiting for players to reach unrestricted free agency or put together career years, the Canadiens’ general manager has often looked to get deals done early.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / August 3