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The idea of Carey Price retiring (officially) next summer is raised

Carey Price’s eight-year, $10.5 million annual contract is well-deserved. Amply, in fact. But now that he’s retired (unofficially), let’s just say it’s not looking good for the Habs.

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Montreal Canadiens State Of The Rebuild – Management

Our ‘State Of The Rebuild’ series is nearing an end, but before we shift to the overall grades given to the Montreal Canadiens in various departments we have to examine one final, crucial element: team management.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Dose.ca / 1 hour ago

(Another) point for Juraj Slafkovsky at the World Championship

In the second half of the habs season, Juraj Slafkovsky was excellent. He collected points on a regular basis and played as a 1st overall pick. That said, the young forward continues to stand out as he enjoys a good tournament with Slovakia at the World Championship.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / 7 hours ago

Canadiens World Championship Update: Kapanen, Guhle, Slafkovsky

Montreal Canadiens prospect Oliver Kapanen is off to a great start at the 2024 World Championship, which is currently taking place in Ostrava and Prague, Czechia.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / 6 hours ago

Beckett Sennecke: his mother would love to see him with the Canadiens

Beckett Sennecke is clearly a name to keep an eye on for the Habs. After all, while he may not be that high on the Habs’ roster, he’s still a target. More and more, people see him in the top-10 of the next draft.

NHL News / Montreal Hockey Now / 17 hours ago

Former Canadiens General Manager Considered for Columbus Job

Even though former general manager Marc Bergevin left the Montreal Canadiens after a rather difficult divorce, it should come as no surprise that he’s being considered for the job opening in Columbus seeing as the NHL’s management recycling program ensures most members of the old boys club get several opportunities to prove their worth.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Dose.ca / 10 hours ago

Luc Gélinas describes Slafkovsky as the idol of a nation

The Montreal Canadiens may not be competitive at the moment, but there’s clearly good chemistry within the team. Several young players will soon be making the jump to the big club, and that’s very encouraging.

Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / 7 hours ago

'Is there anyone who thinks Xhekaj is untouchable?' – Tony Marinaro

For several years now, the Montreal Canadiens haven’t really had very physical players. Georges Laraque and George Parros were the club’s last two strongmen, but since the arrival of Arber Xhekaj, the players feel more protected (and rightly so).

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / 13 hours ago

Canadiens Dead Cap Hit Impact On 2024-25 Salary Cap Situation

The Montreal Canadiens are among the top teams in the NHL when it comes to dead cap hits heading into the 2024-25 season. The Habs are one of just seven organizations that will have over $5 million in dead cap hit carryover.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / 16 hours ago

2024 NHL Draft: Options for Canadiens’ Late 1st-Round Pick

The Montreal Canadiens have the fifth overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, marking the second consecutive season they will pick at that position – they selected defenseman David Reinbacher fifth overall last year.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / 16 hours ago

Montreal Canadiens: Drafting Is Not for Pleasing, It’s for Winning

The oldest franchise in the NHL doesn’t operate within the same rules as other teams; they have unwritten rules to contend with. First, the Montreal Canadiens’ head coach must speak French.

Marc Bergevin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / 18 hours ago

Former Canadiens GM on Blue Jackets' radar

Former Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin is on the Blue Jackets’ radar in their search for a new general manager.

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The 'Vezina Trophy winners' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / 20 hours ago

Canadiens Best Trade Assets Going Into The NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens have confirmed their intent to be as active as they can on the trade front, and they have some interesting pieces they can offer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 14

Sacha Boisvert to join the Canadiens in The Athletic’s mock draft

There’s a lot of talk about the Canadiens’ first pick these days – and right ly so – but let’s not forget that the Winnipeg Jets’ pick is also part of all this.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / May 14

Scouting Profile: Canadiens Interest in KHL Standout Tsyplakov

According to Elliotte Friedman, the Montreal Canadiens are among the many teams who have considered offering KHL forward Maxim Tsyplakov an NHL contract.

Oliver Kapanen News / Dose.ca / May 13

'Oliver Kapanen’s coach was irresponsible' – Mathias Brunet

With the World Hockey Championships, we have the chance to see many European players who we don’t really see in action. It’s pretty hard to form an opinion about a young prospect who performs well in Europe, because highlights and statistics don’t tell the whole story.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 13

Juraj Slafkovsky can tease Cole Caufield at any time

Hockey team chemistry is the key to success. Well, it’s not the only way to win, but it’s very important. Having a team that wants and likes to play together creates miracles.

Martin St. Louis News / Montreal Hockey Now / May 13

Player Insight: Why St-Louis Is The Perfect Canadiens Coach

Few would have predicted Martin St-Louis would be among the five longest-tenured coaches in the NHL by the time he accumulated two complete seasons as the head coach of the Montreal Canadiens.

Lane Hutson News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Cole Hutson – 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

2023-24 Team: U.S. National U18 Team/USNTDP Juniors Date of Birth: June 28, 2006 Place of Birth: North Barrington, IL, USA Ht: 5-foot-10 Wt: 165 pounds Shoots: Left Position: Defenseman NHL Draft Eligibility: 2024 first-year eligible Two years ago, Lane Hutson was drafted 62nd overall by the Montreal Canadiens.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / Daily Faceoff / May 13

Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky is shining for Slovakia

Maybe the Montreal Canadiens were on to something when they selected Juraj Slafkovsky first overall in 2022. Just maybe. The big 20-year-old has been a hot topic in Habs land for the past two years.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 8

Offseason checklist for the Montreal Canadiens

The offseason has arrived for three-quarters of the NHL for teams that either missed the playoffs or were eliminated in the first round. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Montreal.

Offseason checklist for Columbus Blue Jackets after disappointing campaign

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The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz