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Victoria Mboko is champion of the National Bank Open in Montreal

For those of you who follow tennis, you’ve probably noticed that Victoria Mboko is a very talented player. The Congolese-born Canadian has been surprising everyone at the National Bank Open since the start of the women’s tournament in Montreal.

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No, Max Pacioretty would not fit in Montreal

The Canadiens have been on the move this summer, but not via the free agent market, as both Noah Dobson and Zachary Bolduc have been acquired via trade.

Alex Newhook News / Dose.ca / 6 hours ago

'Alex Newhook is a fourth-line player'

In 82 games this season, Alex Newhook collected 26 points, including 15 goals. In the absence of Kirby Dach, Newhook played almost exclusively on the second line.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / 8 hours ago

'Michael Hage is five years away from possibly making a significant impact with the Habs.'

Excluding NHL veteran Ivan Demidov, Michael Hage is the Canadiens’ best forward prospect. A guy like Alexander Zharovsky, as talented as he is, is still

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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Dose.ca / 9 hours ago

Staying in Charlevoix: the Habs come close to imitating the Kings for their game in Quebec City

On September 30, the Canadiens will be in Quebec City for a warm-up game at the Centre Vidéotron. On the28th, the Sens will play another game in Quebec City, this time against the Devils.Last year, it was the Kings who came to Quebec City in a saga that caused quite a stir.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / 9 hours ago

These Two Canadiens Players Are Developing A Ton of Chemistry

Over the past couple of weeks, there have been numerous players who have skated at the Complex Bell in Brossard. Among the most frequent guys are Patrik Laine and Ivan Demidov, who have developed a great amount of chemistry skating with each other every day.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / 12 hours ago

Canadiens Trio Representing Team at Charity Event

If there were ever a reason to prove why the Montreal Canadiens fan base is recognized as one of the loudest and proudest, it could be because of all the charity events that the players participate in.

Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / 10 hours ago

'I would really consider the idea of Arber Xhekaj playing on the wing in the NHL.'

Arber Xhekaj is a very popular player in Montreal. The defenseman, who has never been drafted, has been a great success story for the Montreal organization in recent years.To see a guy invited to a development camp and force management’s hand to become an NHL player is a great story.That said, Xhekaj is in a special position in Montreal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / 11 hours ago

Top-5: the Canadiens’ unrestricted free agents in 2026

We often talk about the 2025 off-season these days… because it’s 2025. It makes sense, I guess,but the Canadiens need to think ahead. Who, a year from now, will be in a position to leave the Habs as an uncompensated free agent if nothing changes between now and then?

Florian Xhekaj News / The Sick Podcast / 13 hours ago

The Habs Top 10 Prospects: #10 Florian Xhekaj

Coming in as the 10th-best prospect in the Habs organization is Florian Xhekaj. When the Montreal Canadiens used a 4th-round pick in 2023 on Xhekaj, many

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / 15 hours ago

Canadiens’ Defence Could Be Elite for the Next Decade

The Montreal Canadiens have spent the last few years methodically rebuilding their roster, and while names like Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, and Ivan Demidov have grabbed the headlines, it’s on the blue line where Montreal may be building something truly special.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / 16 hours ago

Canadiens News & Rumours: Dach, McTavish & More

In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has had a busy offseason after the team made an unexpected appearance in the 2025 Playoffs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / 14 hours ago

'You inspired me': Martin St-Louis tells Patrik Laine after scoring his first Montreal goal

The Montreal Canadiens have released a video to look back on the 2024-2025 season, in which the club quickly goes over several important moments of the season.

NHL News / Dose.ca / August 6

Tony Marinaro compares Owen Beck to Phillip Danault

With all the picks Nick Bobrov and his group have accumulated in recent years, some prospects, who a few years ago would have been considered the team’s top prospects, have been overlooked.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / August 6

How the Habs Should Use Mike Matheson This Upcoming Season

Mike Matheson is considered to be the current punching boy of the Montreal Canadiens fan base after having a season where his role switched over, thanks to the emergence of Lane Hutson from power-play QB to a role where he was responsible for shutting down the top players on opposing teams.

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Kirby Dach News / The Hockey Writers / August 6

Canadiens Insider Squashes Dach Injury Rumors & Rehab Concerns

As the 2025-26 NHL season approaches, uncertainty continues to swirl around Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach. While there was initial optimism that the 23-year-old would be ready for training camp following knee surgery last season, a recent report from Dans Les Coulisses suggested otherwise — sparking concern among fans.

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / August 6

New dog: Ivan Demidov pays tribute to Céline Dion

In the 2024 draft, the Canadiens got their hands on Ivan Demidov. The young Russian forward was the Habs’ 5th overall pick… and it was a big moment for Habs fans.It had been a long time since such a talented prospect had been selected by the Habs.And what also helped make the moment special was that the pick was made by Céline Dion.

Alexandre Carrier News / The Hockey Writers / August 6

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Alexandre Carrier

The offseason leading into the 2025-26 season continues, and with the major events such as the NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear on as NHL management groups take a bit of a breather before the training camps begin.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / August 5

Canadiens Center Expected To Miss Training Camp

Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach's career has been a mixed bag, featuring flashes of brilliance and high potential mixed with untimely injuries that he can't seem to avoid.

Kirby Dach News / NHL Trade Talk / August 5

Status of Canadiens’ Kirby Dach Explains Trade Talk

Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach may not be ready for the start of the 2025-26 season, according to a report by Maxime Truman of Dans Les Coulisses.

Patrik Laine News / House of Hockey / August 5

Canadiens' Patrik Laine Makes Bold Statement to Doubters

Patrik Laine is in line for a big season with Montreal in 2025/26, and now he's sent a strong message to those still doubting him ahead of the new season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / August 5

Canadiens Sniper Challenges Doubters To Bet Against Him

The Montreal Canadiens released the trailer for The Rebuild: Season Two, a behind-the-scenes look at their offseason plans and preparation, leading into opening night of the 2024-25 season and such.

Lane Hutson News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

NHL Rumours: Contract Expectations for Lane Hutson and the Montreal Canadiens

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re in the dog days of summer but the rumours are still swirling around the league.

Montreal Canadiens News / Total Apex Sports / August 4

How Good Can The Montreal Canadiens Defense Be This Season?

The Montreal Canadiens had an excellent offseason. The big acquisition was the trade of Defenseman Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders at the end of June.

Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / August 3

Montreal’s Cap Strategy: Canadiens Face Hutson Contract Dilemma

As the NHL salary cap begins to rise significantly, young restricted free agents are finding themselves at the heart of a shifting contract landscape. For the Montreal Canadiens and defenseman Lane Hutson, that means determining a new contract that reflects his actual value—without disrupting the team’s internal structure.