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On YouTubeMontreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / January 8
Canadiens Defenseman Matching Production of NHL's Best
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Huston has been putting up numbers that have amazed critics and have placed him among the NHL's most elite D-men. A recent statistical comparison measured his career stats alongside other NHL stars like Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes, and the results are shocking.
Kaiden Guhle News / Dose.ca / January 8
Kaiden Guhle will not be in uniform tonight
We know what the plan is for tonight. For those who were wondering: no, Kaiden Guhle won’t be in uniform. The defenseman skated at the Bell Centre for a good 40 minutes this morning… but he’s obviously not 100% ready to return yet.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 8
The Flames player ‘of interest’ to Canadiens ahead of trade deadline
The Montreal Canadiens have taken another step forward in 2025-26 after returning to the playoffs last year, and they’re set to be buyers ahead of the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / January 8
The Habs want to add a tough player who can score goals (according to NHL rumors)
Kent Hughes must be a little excited right now. He sees his club winning on the ice, and he’s got everything he needs up his sleeve to improve the lineup.
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.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 8
'Of course we’d like him to score': Kent Hughes wants to see Phillip Danault produce
Phillip Danault has played 37 games so far this season. And he has yet to find the back of the net. He has eight assists on his record – including three since being acquired by the Habs – and he’s not the same offensive player he once was in the NHL.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 8
Blake Coleman: the Canadiens discuss possibility of acquiring him
The Canadiens are not done trying to improve. According to Pierre LeBrun, the Canadiens are currently discussing the possibility of picking up Blake Coleman in Calgary.
Phillip Danault News / The Hockey Writers / January 8
Canadiens’ Danault Thriving in New Role During Second Habs Stint
Montreal Canadiens forward Phillip Danault clearly wanted the puck. The slapping of his stick on the ice was such a distinct noise, there was no mistaking it.
Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / January 8
Superb 'tic-tac-toe' goal for Alexander Zharovsky
Will the Canadiens have the NHL’s Rookie of the Year for the second season in a row? Last year, Lane Hutson won the Calder Trophy (ahead of the excellent Macklin Celebrini) and this year, Ivan Demidov is racking up points like I rack up differences of opinion with my two teenagers.
Adam Engstrom News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 8
Montreal Canadiens Reassign Adam Engstrom
The Montreal Canadiens announced today that defenseman Adam Engström has been reassigned to the team’s AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket. Engström, 22, finishes what was his first-ever NHL recall with 11 games played.
Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / January 8
Injuries: Kirby Dach and Jake Evans skated this morning
What do we know about Kirby Dach’s return to fitness? We know that the guy was supposed to be back around Christmas, that he hasn’t been skating much lately
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / January 8
NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Want To Add But at What Cost?
Montreal Canadiens General Manager Kent Hughes met with the media on Tuesday and discussed several topics, including the possibility of making another move after signing Alexandre Texier and trading for center Phillip Danault.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 8
Arber Xhekaj manages to keep his spot with Kaiden Guhle’s return
Will Kaiden Guhle be back in the Canadiens line-up tonight? Possibly. But whether it’s tonight or not, the consensus is that his return is imminent. It’ll probably happen in the next few days – barring a catastrophe.
Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / January 8
Jacob Fowler sends his message: he doesn’t want to go back to Laval
Last night, the Canadiens returned to the Bell Centre following their Christmas trip. Those who watched the game saw just how out of their league the Flames were compared to the Canadiens.
Jakub Dobes News / The Hockey Writers / January 8
Canadiens’ 3-Man Crease Rotation Is Hurting Dobes’ Development
The Montreal Canadiens’ decision to roll with a three-goalie rotation has sparked plenty of debate over the past few weeks. Much of the conversation has focused on Samuel Montembeault’s struggles and confidence, or on Jacob Fowler’s impressive early performances and long-term upside.
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 8
Canadiens strive for continued success in clash vs. Panthers
The Montreal Canadiens will look to beat the Florida Panthers for the second time in 10 days when the teams meet in Montreal on Thursday night. The Canadiens won 3-2 in overtime on the road vs.
Alexandre Texier News / The Hockey Writers / January 7
Texier Leads Canadiens Past Flames with 3 Points Including 100th in Career
In a battle of two of last season’s Calder Memorial Trophy finalists, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson won out again. The sophomore scored what turned out to be the game-winning goal on Calgary Flames goalie Dustin Wolf just shy of the midway point of the second period, as the Habs rolled to a 4-1 victory on Wednesday at the Bell Centre.
Alexandre Texier News / Field Level Media / January 7
Alexandre Texier leads scoring charge as Canadiens beat Flames
Alexandre Texier scored once in his first career three-point game and Cole Caufield tallied one goal and one assist to lead the host Montreal Canadiens to a decisive 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 7
Can Kirby Dach Be A Good Linemate for Suzuki and Caufield Again?
Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach should be returning to the Habs lineup in the next couple of weeks. The majority of the Canadiens’ forward lines have been looking really good as of late.
Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7
Is the Canadiens’ Lane Hutson the Hardest Working NHL Player?
If you thought sophomore slumps were inevitable for NHL rookies, you clearly haven’t been watching Lane Hutson. The Montreal Canadiens’ young defence phenom didn’t just survive his second year — he’s thriving, and doing it in a way that makes you stop and wonder how any player avoids the trap so many stumble into.
Kaiden Guhle News / The Hockey Writers / January 8
Canadiens Need to Find the Right Fit for Kaiden Guhle
The midway point of the NHL season has come and gone, and the Montreal Canadiens are sitting at seventh overall in the standings. This has surprised some
Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / January 7
Canadiens have persevered through bad goaltending to remain in playoff picture
It’s no great shock to see the Montreal Canadiens third in the Atlantic Division and tied for fourth in the Eastern Conference halfway through the season.
Ivan Demidov News / Breakaway on SI / January 7
Canadiens GM Pleased With Ivan Demidov's Early Success
Kent Hughes is extremely pleased with what he's seeing from Ivan Demidov. The Montreal Canadiens general manager spoke glowingly about the young Russian forward's performance during his first season in North America, highlighting how impressive his success has been given the circumstances.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 5
Canadiens Quick Hits: Hutson, Slafkovsky, Kapanen & Montembeault
The Montreal Canadiens left Dallas with a 4–3 overtime win Sunday night, and it was the kind of game coaches love to rewatch on a long flight. Second night of a back-to-back.
Michael Hage News / Yardbarker / January 4
Canadiens draft pick Michael Hage faces tempered expectations
The 2024 first-round pick (21st overall) is showing good progress in his second year in the NCAA at Michigan, with 10 goals and 28 points after 20 games.
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