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

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.

Patrik Laine News / NHL Trade Talk / July 26
Clarifying the Laine to the Islanders on a PTO Rumor

Clarifying the Laine to the Islanders on a PTO Rumor

A report surfaced this weekend that Patrik Laine might have agreed to a professional tryout (or been offered one) with the New York Islanders. That’s not entirely accurate.

Samuel Montembeault News / NHLFanCentral / July 26
Montreal Canadiens stuck with Sam Montembeault as goaltending situation shifts

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.

NHL News / Dose.ca / July 26
Kirill Marchenko: The best (realistic) option for providing better support to Ivan Demidov

Kirill Marchenko: The best (realistic) option for providing better support to Ivan Demidov

Why is Kirill Marchenko an intriguing player for the Montreal Canadiens? Because he has all the tools in his arsenal to provide immediate help to the Habs.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

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How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / July 26
Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens Hage-Old Debate

Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens Hage-Old Debate

This week, we dig further into the delicate yet much disputed decision from Montreal Canadiens top prospect Michael Hage choosing to return to the NCAA for one more season, and the red hot rumour surrounding Kirill Marchenko.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 26

Hockey Operations: Still Many Issues to Resolve at the CH

The Canadiens didn’t make the acquisition everyone was expecting this summer. But in the eyes of many, they've still improved their coaching staff with the hiring of Derek Lalonde.

Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25
Everyone Saw Lane Hutson’s Skill: The Playoffs Showed More

Everyone Saw Lane Hutson’s Skill: The Playoffs Showed More

Chris Pronger wasn’t exactly subtle when he talked about Lane Hutson earlier this season. The Hall of Famer basically called Hutson a water bug. His arms and legs were flying everywhere, tons of energy, but not always with a clear sense of direction.

Kirill Marchenko News / Dose.ca / July 26
Rumors in Montreal: Kirill Marchenko’s agent comments on the situation

Rumors in Montreal: Kirill Marchenko’s agent comments on the situation

The big news of the day is definitely the story about Kirill Marchenko. He hasn't been traded yet, but it's coming. The Habs are actually in the lead, according to David Ettedgui.

Gleb Pugachyov News / Dose.ca / July 25

'Gleb Pugachyov is a one-of-a-kind player'

Ever since he was selected 26th overall by the Canadiens, Gleb Pugachyov has been the talk of the town among both fans and journalists. The young Russian has promising offensive potential, but it's mainly his toughness and physical play that are drawing attention.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / July 25
Nick Suzuki Left Off Team Canada’s Roster for the All-Star Game

Nick Suzuki Left Off Team Canada’s Roster for the All-Star Game

After a two-year hiatus, the All-Star Game will return to the NHL in 2026–27. Keep in mind that this year's format will be different: the competition will feature the best players from each country.

Patrik Laine News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25
Laine Still Has Some Skill: Should the Jets Take a Mulligan?

Laine Still Has Some Skill: Should the Jets Take a Mulligan?

Patrik Laine is one of those players where people either talk like he’s done or talk like he’s still one hot year away from looking unreal again. And probably, the truth is somewhere in the middle.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / July 25
A 100-point season for Lane Hutson: 'It’s not out of the question'

A 100-point season for Lane Hutson: 'It’s not out of the question'

Over the past two years, Lane Hutson has established himself as one of the NHL's top defensemen. The 22-year-old, who hasn't missed a single game since the start of his career, recorded 66 and 78 points in his first two seasons in the league.

Arber Xhekaj News / The Hockey Writers / July 25
What the Canadiens’ Next Deal with RFA Arber Xhekaj Should Look Like

What the Canadiens’ Next Deal with RFA Arber Xhekaj Should Look Like

Anyone growing impatient over Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj remaining unsigned should keep a few things in mind: He’s not exactly alone, with forward Zachary Bolduc, a fellow restricted free agent, having yet to re-sign either.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 24
'David Reinbacher should be ahead of Alexandre Carrier in the pecking order.'

'David Reinbacher should be ahead of Alexandre Carrier in the pecking order.'

Montreal Canadiens fans are all eager to see David Reinbacher play full-time in the NHL. Of course, there's always the question of his health: Can he play a full season?

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 24
3 Teams the Canadiens Could Do Business With

3 Teams the Canadiens Could Do Business With

The Montreal Canadiens have done most of the heavy lifting this offseason, but Kent Hughes is rarely finished once free agency slows down. Some of his best moves have come when other organizations were under pressure, whether because of salary cap issues or changing competitive timelines.

Patrik Laine News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 24
Islanders have shown interest in Patrik Laine after Canadiens tenure

Islanders have shown interest in Patrik Laine after Canadiens tenure

Patrik Laine remains one of the more intriguing unrestricted free agents without a new contract as the last days of July tick by. The 28-year-old spent the last two seasons with the Montreal Canadiens, but played in just 57 regular-season games and two Stanley Cup Playoff contests in that span.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / July 24

Alexander Zharovsky: Everything indicates that his time in Montreal is over

Alexander Zharovsky came to spend a few weeks in Montreal this summer. He had the opportunity to participate in the CH's development camp, was seen several times on the ice at the CN Complex… and even played a game in the LSHL earlier this week.

NHL News / Dose.ca / July 24
Juraj Slafkovsky or Brady Tkachuk: 'Based on what he’s shown, I’d probably go with Slaf.'

Juraj Slafkovsky or Brady Tkachuk: 'Based on what he’s shown, I’d probably go with Slaf.'

If you had to choose one player for your team between Juraj Slafkovsky and Brady Tkachuk, who would you pick? Last night (on the Sick Podcast), Tony Marinaro asked Sportsnet reporter Ryan Dixon that question.

Trevor Letowski News / Dose.ca / July 24
The Trevor Letowski mystery is far from solved

The Trevor Letowski mystery is far from solved

On July 8, Eric Engels broke the news on X that the Canadiens had hired Derek Lalonde as an assistant coach. Engels reported that evening that Lalonde would be replacing Trevor Letowski behind the bench.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 24
Revisiting Kent Hughes’ Elite Asset Management in the Canadiens’ Sean Monahan Deals

Revisiting Kent Hughes’ Elite Asset Management in the Canadiens’ Sean Monahan Deals

When Kent Hughes took over as general manager of the Montreal Canadiens, one of his biggest priorities was maximizing every asset possible during the rebuild.

Samuel Montembeault News / Professor Press Box / July 23
Montembeault Was There When the Canadiens Needed Him: Now What?

Montembeault Was There When the Canadiens Needed Him: Now What?

One of the strangest things about rebuilding an NHL team is that eventually the rebuild starts creating problems. That sounds backwards, but it happens all the time.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / The Sick Podcast / July 23
Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Juraj Slafkovsky

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Juraj Slafkovsky

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.

Hunter Shepard News / Inside The Rink / July 23

AHL: Hunter Shepard Signs Overseas

This afternoon, it came out that goalie Hunter Shepard is signing overseas with Barys Astana in the KHL. Shepard played in one game with the Ottawa Senators this past season, suffering a loss as he allowed two goals on 12 shots.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / July 22
Did the Canadiens Underestimate Emil Heineman?

Did the Canadiens Underestimate Emil Heineman?

When the Canadiens traded for Noah Dobson, most fans were focused on the biggest piece of the deal. That was Dobson, and that made sense. Top-pairing defencemen don't become available very often, and when they do, the price is usually high.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 20
Canadiens Sign Jared Davidson, Hunter McKown To Two-Way Contracts

Canadiens Sign Jared Davidson, Hunter McKown To Two-Way Contracts

The Montreal Canadiens have announced the signings of two forwards, Jared Davidson and Hunter McKown, to one-year, two-way contracts, according to the team’s website.

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