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Laine Placed On Defense At Habs Practice + Trade Rumours

Laine Placed On Defense At Habs Practice + Trade Rumours

The Montreal Canadiens used forward Patrik Laine at defence for a couple of 5-on-5 drills during Tuesday morning’s practice. Based on those drills, it

Alex Newhook News / Dose.ca / February 24
Alex Newhook: a return to play this week is possible

Alex Newhook: a return to play this week is possible

Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook, who has been out with an ankle injury since mid-November, could return to action sooner than expected. Initially expected to return in mid-March, his timeline has been moved up thanks to hard work and remarkable determination since he resumed skating a few weeks ago.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / The Sick Podcast / February 24
NHL Legend Sees Younger Self In Juraj Slafkovsky

NHL Legend Sees Younger Self In Juraj Slafkovsky

On Monday, a Slovak news outlet published an article featuring an interview with NHL legend and future Hockey Hall of Famer Jaromir Jagr, in which he discussed the Olympics and his admiration for Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky‘s game.

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / February 24
Patrik Laine: 'I can confirm that the Kings have spoken with the CH.'

Patrik Laine: 'I can confirm that the Kings have spoken with the CH.'

This morning, Patrik Laine was surplus to requirements at practice. He played a few shifts on Jake Evans’ line during certain drills… and he was even used as a defenseman at the end of practice.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 24
3 Lessons the Canadiens Can Apply From Last Season’s Hot Finish to the Post-Olympic Break

3 Lessons the Canadiens Can Apply From Last Season’s Hot Finish to the Post-Olympic Break

If there’s one stretch that defined the Montreal Canadiens’ identity last season, it was the run that followed the 4 Nations Face-Off break. In a tight Eastern Conference race, the Habs flipped a switch and went from fringe contender to legitimate playoff team.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

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

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / February 24
Patrik Laine, the defenseman: he doesn’t seem to be close to a comeback

Patrik Laine, the defenseman: he doesn’t seem to be close to a comeback

This morning, the Canadiens practiced. Oliver Kapanen was back on the ice with the others, but guys like Juraj Slafkovsky and Nick Suzuki were not. So they had to be replaced in practice.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / February 24
Practice: Nick Suzuki and Juraj Slafkovsky absent, but Oliver Kapanen present

Practice: Nick Suzuki and Juraj Slafkovsky absent, but Oliver Kapanen present

The Olympics are over, and in two days, the Islanders will be at the Bell Centre. So it’s about to start again. This morning, the Canadiens practiced and welcomed a newcomer: Oliver Kapanen.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / February 24
Canadiens Slafkovský Was as Big as the Moment

Canadiens Slafkovský Was as Big as the Moment

Every once in a while, you watch a guy and think that he’s built for the bright lights. That was Montreal Canadiens Juraj Slafkovský at the Olympics. Slovakia didn’t end up on the podium—they finished fourth after a rough bronze-medal loss—but Slafkovský was easily their go-to guy.

Bryce Pickford News / The Sick Podcast / February 24

Bryce Pickford Picking Up Where He Left Off

Montreal Canadiens prospect Bryce Pickford came back to action this past weekend with the Medicine Hat Tigers after missing the last month with an upper-body injury.

Nick Suzuki News / The Sick Podcast / February 23
What Nick Suzuki Can Carry Forward From the Olympics

What Nick Suzuki Can Carry Forward From the Olympics

A month ago, Nick Suzuki addressed the Bell Centre crowd following the Canadiens’ final home game before the Olympic break and vowed to bring home a gold medal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / February 24
Jaromir Jagr on Juraj Slafkovsky: 'I see myself in him when I was young.'

Jaromir Jagr on Juraj Slafkovsky: 'I see myself in him when I was young.'

Juraj Slafkovsky wasn’t just good at the Olympics, he was dominant. He led Slovakia to the semifinals, but he and his team simply ran out of steam. He continued to inspire an entire nation that needed it, but he also impressed a certain… Jaromir Jagr.

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / February 24
Patrik Laine: here’s the factor that could help the CH trade him

Patrik Laine: here’s the factor that could help the CH trade him

Oh dear, the Patrik Laine file. This famous hot topic for the Canadiens continues to be the subject of much discussion. After the Olympics, teams are once again allowed to trade, but it seems that Patrik Laine could not be traded unless a team had a specific need.

Kaapo Kahkonen News / The Sick Podcast / February 23
Rocket Lose 3-1 Due To Overuse of Kahkonen

Rocket Lose 3-1 Due To Overuse of Kahkonen

After winning on Friday and Saturday, the Laval Rocket were unable to complete the weekend sweep, losing 3-1 to the Utica Comets on Sunday afternoon. With

Jordan Binnington News / Dose.ca / February 24
Jordan Binnington to Montreal for Brendan Gallagher and draft picks: 'It could happen.'

Jordan Binnington to Montreal for Brendan Gallagher and draft picks: 'It could happen.'

There are just over ten days left before the NHL trade deadline. With the trade freeze now lifted following the Olympics, we can expect to see some activity in Bettman’s league over the next few days.

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Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / February 24
Quebec players with Team Canada: Things need to improve, says Martin St-Louis

Quebec players with Team Canada: Things need to improve, says Martin St-Louis

Yesterday morning, Canada lost in the final of the men’s hockey tournament in Milan. The team lost in overtime to the United States in what was generally a game where Canada was the better team on the ice.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 23
Recapping 4 Canadiens’ Performances at the Olympics

Recapping 4 Canadiens’ Performances at the Olympics

The Olympic tournament always offers a different lens through which to evaluate players. For the Montreal Canadiens, this year’s Games provided valuable experience, big moments, and in some cases, tough lessons for four of their representatives, Nick Suzuki, Oliver Kapanen, Juraj Slafkovsky, and Alexandre Texier.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / February 22
Habs Fans Got To Enjoy Their Favourite Players In The Annual Habs Skills Competition

Habs Fans Got To Enjoy Their Favourite Players In The Annual Habs Skills Competition

The Montreal Canadiens had their annual Skills Competition on Sunday at 1:00 pm ET. Most years it usually starts late morning, but this year, due to the

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / February 22
Looking Good for Canadiens After Olympic Bronze Medal Game

Looking Good for Canadiens After Olympic Bronze Medal Game

Some Olympic Games barely leave a mark. This one left a significant impact. The bronze-medal matchup between Oliver Kapanen and Juraj Slafkovsky was supposed to be a so-so conclusion to the tournament.

Joshua Roy News / NHL Trade Talk / February 22
What Are the Canadiens Really Doing With Joshua Roy?

What Are the Canadiens Really Doing With Joshua Roy?

Joshua Roy‘s the classic Canadiens prospect debate right now. Fifth-round pick in 2021, Saint-Georges-de-Beauce native, 22, 6-foot, 192 pounds, left-handed shot.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 21
3 Canadiens Prospects Who Could Be Trade Chips at the Trade Deadline

3 Canadiens Prospects Who Could Be Trade Chips at the Trade Deadline

The Montreal Canadiens are no longer simply rebuilding; they are competing. Sitting firmly in the playoff mix and looking to return to the postseason for a second straight year, general manager Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton may find themselves in unfamiliar territory at the trade deadline: buyers.

Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 19
The stars have aligned for USA men's hockey team to end gold-medal drought

The stars have aligned for USA men's hockey team to end gold-medal drought

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Arber Xhekaj News / NHL Trade Talk / February 19
Metropolitan Division Surprise Stands Out as Fit for Arber Xhekaj

Metropolitan Division Surprise Stands Out as Fit for Arber Xhekaj

Arber Xhekaj has been a fan favorite Montreal Canadien from the day he debuted back in 2022, but a logjam on defense when healthy left him as the odd man out before the Olympic break — and could result in the writing being on the wall for his time with the team.

Arber Xhekaj News / NHL Trade Talk / February 18
Is Arber Xhekaj on His Way Out of Montreal?

Is Arber Xhekaj on His Way Out of Montreal?

Might the Montreal Canadiens move Arber Xhekaj? When a guy who normally brings energy, swagger, and a little physicality is suddenly playing just eight or nine minutes a night, that’s worth noting.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Yardbarker / February 14
Slovakia's surprising group win could cause chaos in men's Olympic hockey tournament

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.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / February 10
Canadiens' playoff destiny hinges on brutal post-Olympic schedule

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.

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