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The Montreal Canadiens fan base erupted watching Ivan Demidov's NHL debut, in which No. 93 sweaters filled the Bell Centre, and the Russian star winger electrified with two brilliant displays from his endless bag of tricks.

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Unsigned Montreal Canadiens Prospect Signs With Team Rival

Former Montreal Canadiens prospect Blake Biondi, who went unsigned, has decided to sign with a team rival, the Carolina Hurricanes, per reporter Kurt Dusterberg.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / July 31

Canadiens Open Up About Brawl With Capitals

The Montreal Canadiens may have lost to the Washington Capitals in the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but they made sure to set off some fireworks while they could.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 31

The Canadiens are the 15th best team in the NHL, according to the league’s website

Last year, the Habs surprised many by finding a way to qualify for the playoffs. The club had a huge finish to the season, which earned them the final

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 31

4 Canadiens Prospects Who Can Surprise This Season

As the Montreal Canadiens prepare to open training camp, most of the attention will understandably fall on the high-profile names: Ivan Demidov, David Reinbacher, Lane Hutson, and, of course, returning veterans like Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / July 31

Trio of Canadiens Star Forwards Having Strong Offseason

Though the offseason is a month from being finished, some of the Montreal Canadiens' top forwards took to the ice for LSHL three-on-three competition. The Accent Assurances team features many familiar faces for Canadiens fans, including captain Nick Suzuki, Patrik Laine and superstar rookie Ivan Demidov.

Michael Hage News / Breakaway on SI / July 31

Canadiens Center Prospect Poised to Have Major Impact

Michael Hage is a special player, thanks to his fantastic on-ice skills, but his maturity and intelligence stand out ahead of his hockey talents, because they drive him to become a star.

Max Pacioretty News / Athlon Sports / July 31

NHL Analyst Links Former Canadiens Captain to Montreal Return in Free Agency

The Montreal Canadiens are being encouraged to consider a reunion with one of their most recognizable former stars. NHL analyst Michael Augello of The Hockey News came up with five potential destinations for unsigned free agent Max Pacioretty, linking the veteran to a potential return to Montreal.

Alex Newhook News / Dose.ca / July 30

Taxes: Alex Newhook doesn’t (really) see this as a hindrance for Montreal

With the Florida teams now among the NHL’s elite, the subject of tax rates is one of the most talked-about in the NHL. Across the league, everyone gets

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / July 30

Arber Xhekaj Shares Embarrassing On-Ice Story About Calder Winner Lane Hutson

Lane Hutson is an immense talent on the ice in Montreal, but now teammate Arber Xhekaj has shared an embarrassing story about the Calder Trophy winner.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / July 30

Montreal Canadiens Players Heading Into Make or Break Seasons

Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Montreal Canadiens have an improved roster. Additions like Zachary Bolduc and Noah Dobson, as well as the arrival of Ivan Demidov, have given Habs fans reason for excitement.

Arber Xhekaj News / House of Hockey / July 30

Feared Canadiens Enforcer Arber Xhekaj Reveals New NHL Rival After Former Teammate Signs in Toronto

Physically enforcing Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj has revealed his new NHL rival after his former teammate Michael Pezzetta joined a hated divisional foe.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 30

Patrik Laine traded by the start of the season: Frank Seravalli doesn’t believe it

Patrik Laine is a player who stirs up passions in Montreal. Almost everyone has a different opinion about the Finnish forward… and I’m sure you can understand why I say that.

Ivan Demidov News / House of Hockey / July 30

1100-Game NHL Veteran Joins Montreal Canadiens Practice Alongside Ivan Demidov

Kris Letang has been a Penguin his whole career, and while that won't change anytime soon, he's now been seen skating with the rival Canadiens and Ivan Demidov.

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3 years at $5.75 per season for Dylan Samberg: Kaiden Guhle’s contract is fantastic

If I’m talking about Dylan Samberg, you may not know the name (or much at all). We’re talking about a 26-year-old defenseman, 6’4 (216 lbs.), who has played in Winnipeg since the start of his career and was drafted second overall by the Jets in 2017.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Canadiens Predicted to Trade Defensemen to Clear Path for Prospects

The Montreal Canadiens are entering a pivotal stretch in their roster retooling after making the playoffs last season with one of the youngest rosters in the NHL.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 30

Jayden Struble and Arber Xhekaj: no, there’s no controversy over their salaries

Jayden Struble signed a two-year contract this week. The American defenseman, who was eligible for arbitration, avoided the unpleasant process of going before an arbitrator by signing a contract worth $1.4125M per year.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 30

4 Canadiens Prospects Competing at World Junior Summer Showcase

With the 2026 World Junior Championship a couple months away, national teams have started assembling some of their best under-20 talent at the annual World Junior Summer Showcase.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 30

NHL’s best contracts: no Canadiens player in The Athletic top-15

You may have heard of Dom Luszczyszyn.He’s a columnist for The Athletic who uses statistical models to analyze players and contracts, andit was he who, a few years ago, ranked Nick Suzuki among the worst contracts in the league.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / July 30

Canadiens Center Ready to Carve His Own Path

Aatos Koivu, son of Saku Koivu and nephew to Saku's little brother Miiko, knows that he has rich NHL bloodlines, and nobody has more respect and appreciation for that fact than he does.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 29

Canadiens’ Brewing Blue Line Battle Between Struble & Xhekaj

As the Montreal Canadiens prepare for the 2025-26 season, they find themselves with one of the deepest young defensive corps in the league. The blue line is filled with intriguing talent, but one storyline that will quietly simmer through training camp is the battle for the sixth defenceman spot between Jayden Struble and Arber Xhekaj.

Jayden Struble News / Daily Faceoff / July 28

Canadiens re-sign Jayden Struble to two-year contract

A young blueliner who’s slowly coming into his own has inked a new deal. On Monday, Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced that the team has signed defenseman Jayden Struble to a two-year contract.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / July 28

Montreal Canadiens Second-Line Centre Situation

The Montreal Canadiens had one major hole on their roster heading into the offseason, and it’s at centre. While they made sizeable additions in Noah Dobson and Zachary Bolduc, they haven’t truly filled their hole down the middle.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / July 27

The Canadiens could be Canada’s breakout team in 2025-26

Last season, the Montreal Canadiens earned a playoff birth for the first time in four years. They may have been eliminated quickly, but taking that step forward was major for a franchise that’s been in a full-blown rebuild losing in the Stanley Cup Final in 2021.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 23

Calder Trophy winner faces unprecedented season with Canadiens

Calder Trophy winner faces another unprecedented season with Canadiens

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson cemented himself in hockey history with his Calder Trophy-winning rookie season last year. His 60 assists tied Larry Murphy for the most ever recorded by a rookie defender, while his 66 total points ranked fifth in history.

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