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Contract: An Intriguing Theory About Zachary Bolduc and Arber Xhekaj

Right now, Zachary Bolduc and Arber Xhekaj are restricted free agents. The Canadiens can't lose them without having the right to counter. But if the season started today, they wouldn't be able to play in any games.

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Jake Allen didn’t like the love triangle in Montreal (and he made sure to point that out)

In his final season with the Canadiens, Jake Allen played a total of 21 games. But it's worth noting that in '23–'24, the Habs decided to stick with three goalies for a long time.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / July 29

'Leaving $100 million on the table': Lane Hutson’s contract is causing a stir

The Canadiens' salary structure is often praised throughout the league. And that's to be expected. After all, aside from the fact that it might hold some people back when it comes time to consider adding a big salary, there aren't many downsides to seeing the Habs in this position.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / July 29

The Blue Line Battle Within The Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens have spent years searching for quality on the blue line. Today, they have something that every successful organization eventually hopes to have instead: problems.

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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

David Reinbacher News / Dose.ca / July 28

David Reinbacher: Very Reassuring News About His Summer Training

David Reinbacher hasn't had an easy journey since being drafted in 2023. The fifth overall pick in that draft has been plagued by injuries, which have slowed his development.

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.

Sean Farrell News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 28

Ducks Sign Sean Farrell

The Anaheim Ducks have signed forward Sean Farrell to a one-year, two-way contract. This deal comes on the heels of Anaheim’s acquisition of Farrell in a deal that sent winger Sasha Pastujov back to the Montreal Canadiens.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 28

'Adam Engström was the most sought-after player on the Canadiens at the trade deadline'

For the past few months, the Canadiens have been on the hunt for big names. The team wants to surround its core with other quality players and is trying to make trades to achieve that.

Phillip Danault News / The Sick Podcast / July 28

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Phillip Danault

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.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 28

Canadiens, Ducks team up for minor trade

The Montreal Canadiens hope for a return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2027. On Monday, Montreal is teaming up with the Anaheim Ducks for a trade. “The Canadiens have acquired forward Sasha Pastujov from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for forward Sean Farrell,” Montreal announced on social media.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

5 Canadiens Chasing Milestones in 2026-27

While team success will remain the Montreal Canadiens’ top priority in 2026-27, several key players will also have the opportunity to reach significant career milestones along the way.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 28

Canadien: Two factors that highlight the size of the hole in the center

Currently, the Canadiens' center corps is incomplete. The Habs may have Nick Suzuki, but they have no other center who is clearly worthy of the top six on a top National Hockey League team.

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.

Sasha Pastujov News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

Canadiens’ Prospect Pipeline Gets Bigger, Younger with Pastujov Trade

The Montreal Canadiens gave fans, who had been disappointed prospect Sean Farrell hadn’t progressed as anticipated, a renewed sense of hope something good could come out of his development.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / July 28

VIDEO: Lane Hutson has (really) improved his shot this summer

For the past two years, Lane Hutson has been stealing the show in Montreal. The defenseman has shown that he has offensive instincts that are truly exceptional.

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The 'Most passing-TD's by NFL team' quiz

The '250 three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Kaiden Guhle News / The Sick Podcast / July 27

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Kaiden Guhle

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.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / July 27

Michael Hage: A major change could speed up his arrival in Montreal

When word got out that Michael Hage was returning to the University of Michigan for a third season, many were surprised. He wanted to go back to school to develop as a player, but the Canadiens prospect also intended to spend time with his younger brother, Alexander, who was set to begin his first season with the Wolverines this fall.

Saku Koivu News / Professor Press Box / July 27

Saku Koivu Should Be Remembered as One of the Great Canadiens

When people talk about Montreal Canadiens history, the names come quickly: Maurice Richard, Jean Béliveau, Guy Lafleur, and Larry Robinson. Those players won championships and became legends in one of hockey's most demanding cities.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 27

Ducks acquire Sean Farrell from Canadiens for Sasha Pastujov

The Anaheim Ducks and Montreal Canadiens are exchanging young, developmental forwards. On Monday, the Ducks acquired winger Sean Farrell from the Canadiens for winger Sasha Pastujov.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 27

Canadiens, Ducks Complete Minor Swap

The Anaheim Ducks announced that they have acquired forward Sean Farrell from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for forward Sasha Pastujov. Both players remain without contracts for the 2026-27 season. Farrell, 24, used to be an intriguing prospect for the Canadiens.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / July 27

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Montreal Canadiens’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

P.K. Subban News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26

The Canadiens Subban Trade? Years Later, the Truth Is Different

If you were watching Montreal Canadiens hockey back in 2016, you remember exactly how loud that P.K. Subban to Nashville / Shea Weber to Montreal trade felt.

Samuel Montembeault News / NHLFanCentral / July 26

Montreal Canadiens stuck with Sam Montembeault as goaltending situation shifts

The Montreal Canadiens may be stuck with goaltender Sam Montembeault this season. The team reportedly had been exploring a trade for him, but interest has been minimal so far. This situation leaves Montreal facing a crowded goaltending situation heading into the training sessions.