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On YouTubeTeam Canada Junior: Only one Québécois among the invitees (and it’s historic)
Last year, Michael Hage was not invited to the Junior Team Canada camp. His age (18) was a factor, but we also wondered whether his choice to go to the NCAA had killed his chances of representing his country.
Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / December 8
VIDEO: Martin St-Louis’ reaction when he learns that the habs gave up two goals in 39 seconds
Last night, against the Blues, Martin St-Louis’s men didn’t necessarily have a bad game. But… they lost. In the 4-3 defeat, there were some good moments.
Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / December 8
If he had been healthy, Samuel Montembeault would have played last night
How did you find Jakub Dobes’ game yesterday? I don’t think the goalie was bad in the Canadiens’ 4-3 loss to the Blues… but you can’t really say he played the game of his life either.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
Bryce Pickford News / The Sick Podcast / December 7
Pickford With Another Dominant Performance In WHL
Montreal Canadiens prospect Bryce Pickford continues to be a dominant force offensively from the back end in the WHL this season, and on Saturday he had possibly one of his best performances of the season.
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.
Kaapo Kahkonen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7
Canadiens recall goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen
The Montreal Canadiens have recalled goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen from the AHL. He will back up Jakub Dobes with Sam Montembeault under the weather, per hockey insider Frank Seravalli.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 7
The Canadiens are first in the Atlantic Division in points per game
Although, on the points roadmap, the Montreal Canadiens appear in third place in the Atlantic Division, a much more revealing angle completely changes the perception.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 7
10 straight games with at least one point: Cole Caufield is on fire (and Bill Guerin needs to know it)
Cole Caufield is having a great time. The Canadiens’ forward scored his 15th goal of the season last night, giving him 30 points in just 27 games this season… and just one behind Nick Suzuki.
Bryce Pickford News / Dose.ca / December 7
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.
Juraj Slafkovsky News / Dose.ca / December 7
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.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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