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'If Lane Hutson signs for eight years this summer, it would be more like $9M a year.'

Ever since Lane Hutson won the Calder Trophy this week, the subject of his contract has once again become the talk of the town. Just about everyone expects him to sign a huge contract, but no one can agree on when it will happen, and more importantly, what his annual salary will be.

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Canadiens sign Vinzenz Rohrer to entry-level contract

A talented young European has inked his first NHL contract. On Saturday, Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced the team has signed forward Vinzenz Rohrer to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Brandon Gignac News / House of Hockey / June 14

Former Montreal Canadiens Forward Leaves the NHL and Signs Multi-Year Contract Overseas

Brandon Gignac played 15 games with the Laval Rocket this past season, but now the former third-round pick is officially departing North America on a new deal.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 14

2026 Olympics: listening to Bill Guerin talk, Caufield and Hutson must not like their chances

Next February, the attention of the sporting world will turn to Italy, where the next Olympic Games will be held. And for the hockey world, it will be particularly special… because the NHL players will finally be back.

Adam Engstrom News / Dose.ca / June 14

Adam Engstrom: the prospect who has made the most progress this season, according to Marco D’Amico

Among the Canadiens’ prospects, all eyes are on Ivan Demidov, of course, David Reinbacher and Jacob Fowler. That’s only logical, given that they’re almost certainly the Habs’ best prospects in each of the three positions.

Logan Mailloux News / The Hockey Writers / June 14

Suggestions Canadiens Should Trade Mailloux Make Perfect Sense

It’s obviously great Montreal Canadiens defenseman Logan Mailloux made his second American Hockey League All-Star Classic in two seasons. However, that shouldn’t mean much regarding his overall NHL ceiling.

Brandon Gignac News / Dose.ca / June 14

Brandon Gignac signs two-year contract with EHC Kloten in Switzerland

Since the arrival of Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton at the helm of the team, many young players have taken up important positions in the organization. In fact, especially with the Laval Rocket, we’ve seen a fairly drastic change in terms of average age.

Logan Mailloux News / Breakaway on SI / June 14

Logan Mailloux Selected To AHL Top Prospects Squad

Logan Mailloux was recently awarded the honor of being selected to the American Hockey League's top prospects team. Mailloux's 2024-25 season saw his numbers dip, but his plus/minus improved significantly, and while his game comes with its warts, he is the type of player that, once he puts it all together, could be a matchup nightmare.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / June 14

12 or $12.5 M per season for Hutson: Marinaro (also) believes it’s possible

The question of the day (or rather, of the off-season) for the Montreal Canadiens is what Lane Hutson’s next contract will look like. As you can see, speculation about the value of his next contract is rife, with a multitude of opinions.

Brendan Gallagher News / Dose.ca / June 13

Brendan Gallagher says he’s ready to play shorthanded

Brendan Gallagher is a much-loved player… at least among Montreal Canadiens fans. In the rest of the NHL, that’s another debate, because he’s a real hater when you’re on the other side.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / June 13

Shocking Projection Emerges for Lane Hutson's Next Contract With the Canadiens

Some shocking projections emerged for Lane Hutson's next contract with the Montreal Canadiens, just days after he became the third defenseman in the last decade to win the Calder Trophy.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 13

Martin St-Louis sang the praises of Arber Xhekaj

This season, Arber Xhekaj was left out a few times. There was a certain surplus of defensemen in Montreal – especially on the left – and this didn’t work in the Sheriff’s favor.

Ivan Demidov News / The Hockey Writers / June 13

Canadiens Prospects Not Named Demidov Who Can Be Calder Trophy Contenders

It finally happened. For the first time since Ken Dryden in 1972, a Montreal Canadiens player has won the Calder Trophy. Lane Hutson’s electrifying rookie season, which saw him rack up points and highlight-reel moments on a nightly basis, captivated the league and gave the Habs a future superstar on the blue line.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 13

Another Canadiens target: a scorer for the middle trios of the line-up

The Canadiens are looking for a second-line center. No one’s denying that. In an ideal world, the Canadiens are also looking for a defenseman who can eat up the minutes David Savard was able to take last year.

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Christian Dvorak News / Dose.ca / June 12

Christian Dvorak back with the Canadiens: far from impossible, says Arpon Basu

Even though Christian Dvorak has spoken of his time in Montreal in the past tense, that doesn’t mean he won’t be back. After all, Jake Evans did, too, and extended his contract a few days later.

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Lady Bing: Nick Suzuki finished in the top-5

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Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / June 12

Ivan Demidov would not be top of the class if drafted in 2025

Let’s imagine, just for fun, that Ivan Demidov was eligible for the 2025 draft instead of the 2024 draft. In that scenario, he would have been a KHL rookie in 2024-2025… but not a Canadiens prospect.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 12

Canadiens Should Target Henry Brzustewicz in the 2nd Round of the 2025 NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens have done an impressive job rebuilding their defensive pipeline over the past few years. Lane Hutson, David Reinbacher, Logan Mailloux, Adam Engström, and Kaiden Ghule highlight a group filled with skill, potential, and stylistic variety.