Montreal Canadiens: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Jared Davidson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20

Montreal Canadiens Reassign Jared Davidson

After acquiring Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings yesterday evening, the Montreal Canadiens had one extra player on their active roster. To return to compliance, the Canadiens announced that they’ve assigned forward Jared Davidson to the AHL’s Laval Rocket.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

3 Canadiens Who Need to Step Up for a Return to the Playoffs

The Montreal Canadiens have taken meaningful steps forward this season. The record is better, several young players are progressing, and the overall direction of the rebuild is encouraging.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 19

Montreal Canadiens Reacquires Veteran Forward in Trade

The Canadiens helped shore up a major positional need down the middle with a trade just before the NHL roster freeze, that was scheduled for midnight, Friday night.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20

Montreal Canadiens acquire Phillip Danault from Kings

A familiar face has returned to Montreal, as the Canadiens have announced that they have acquired Kings forward Phillip Danault in exchange for the Blue Jackets’ 2026 second-round pick.

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NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20

Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby could become all-time leading scorer in franchise history this weekend, set to pass legendary Quebecer Mario Lemieux

Sidney Crosby could take advantage of his visit to Montreal on Saturday to become the all-time leading scorer for the Pittsburgh Penguins, surpassing the legendary Quebecer Mario Lemieux.

Canadiens' win over Blackhawks ends home curse at Bell Centre

Canadiens receive positive Mike Matheson injury update

Key stat shows the Canadiens have a serious team problem

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Samuel Montembeault News / The Sick Podcast / December 19

How Worrisome Was Samuel Montembeault’s Rocket Debut?

On Thursday night, goaltender Samuel Montembeault made his Laval Rocket debut against the Cleveland Monsters. Unfortunately it didn’t go too well, as the Rocket lost 5-2 and Montembeault made just 20 saves on the 24 shots he faced.

Alexandre Texier News / The Sick Podcast / December 19

The Texier Signing Keeps Getting Better And Better

Despite his 4-game point streak being snapped during Thursday night’s Montreal Canadiens 4-1 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks, forward Alexandre Texier continues to look better with his new team with every game he plays.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 19

Canadiens receive positive Mike Matheson injury update

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson has been dealing with an upper-body injury, and he used the team's day off to resume training.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby could make history vs. Canadiens

Key stat shows the Canadiens have a serious team problem

Canadiens defense rotation opens door for rookie Adam Engstrom

Kraken trade Mason Marchment

Tristan Jarry placed on injured reserve as Oilers' goalie problems continue

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 19

Key stat shows the Canadiens have a serious team problem

The performances of the Montreal Canadiens in front of their fans at the Bell Centre have been inconsistent for nearly two months. There is an eye-opening statistic that helps to understand what is not working.

Canadiens' win over Blackhawks ends home curse at Bell Centre

Canadiens defense rotation opens door for rookie Adam Engstrom

Canadiens reap present, future benefits from surprising asset Alexandre Texier

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Zachary Bolduc News / NHL Trade Talk / December 19

Zachary Bolduc Starting to Make Waves With the Canadiens

Sometimes a player just sort of slides into your lineup without making a fuss. That’s been Zachary Bolduc this season with the Montreal Canadiens. He didn’t come in with much noise, or didn’t get packaged as a “thing.” He just played, kept playing, and didn’t give the coaches a reason to take him out of the lineup.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 19

Which Canadiens Sit When Dach & Guhle Return?

The Montreal Canadiens could be getting some much-needed reinforcements sooner rather than later. With Kirby Dach and Kaiden Guhle both skating and inching closer to game action, the roster crunch is about to become very real.

Jacob Fowler News / The Hockey Writers / December 19

Canadiens Fans Need to Be More Patient With Jacob Fowler

Jacob Fowler’s first few NHL appearances have sparked a lot of noise among Montreal Canadiens fans. Some are excited, others are already worried, and a group has been quick to criticize.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 18

Canadiens' win over Blackhawks ends home curse at Bell Centre

Very effective on the road this season, Zachary Bolduc had not yet been able to get on the scoresheet at Bell Centre Bell, but all that changed on Thursday night.

Zachary Bolduc's 2-goal night carries Canadiens past Blackhawks

Canadiens defense rotation opens door for rookie Adam Engstrom

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The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 18

Bolduc’s Pair Lifts Canadiens Over Bedard-less Blackhawks

Technically the Chicago Blackhawks had completed the toughest part of the assignment, when they killed off the first 1:48 of Frank Nazar’s tripping penalty to end the second period.

Zachary Bolduc News / Field Level Media / December 18

Zachary Bolduc's 2-goal night carries Canadiens past Blackhawks

Zachary Bolduc scored twice and Lane Hutson registered three assists as the host Montreal Canadiens scored four unanswered goals for a 4-1 victory over the reeling Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / December 18

Canadiens defense rotation opens door for rookie Adam Engstrom

Adam Engstrom was dressed for the Montreal Canadiens' last four games, and his play augurs well for the immediate future.

Canadiens reap present, future benefits from surprising asset Alexandre Texier

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Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / December 18

Montreal Canadiens Prospects at the 2026 World Juniors

We are approaching the most wonderful time of the year to be a hockey fan. The 2026 edition of the World Junior Championships is fast approaching as we head into preliminary action.

Aaron Luchuk News / The Hockey Writers / December 18

Revisiting Spitfires’-Colts’ 2017 Aaron Luchuk Trade

The month of December marks the unofficial start to the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) trade deadline season. In 2017, it became a month the Windsor Spitfires will never forget as they said goodbye to a captain.

Samuel Montembeault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 18

Something Slipped With Sam Montembeault: Will He Return to Canadiens’ Crease?

For the Montreal Canadiens’ Sam Montembeault, December hasn’t just been unkind — it’s been clarifying. At the start of the month, Montembeault was still recognizable as the Canadiens’ steady option.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 18

Canadiens News and Notes: Trade Rumours, World Junior Championship & More

In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has his work cut out for him as the team continues its battle for a playoff spot.