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Canadiens Still Come Out Ahead Following Dach Trade

With Chicago Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar’s emergence, it’s natural for Montreal Canadiens fans to suffer buyer’s remorse regarding Kirby Dach, especially with the two teams having just faced each other (albeit over three years after the Habs used the former’s draft rights to acquire Dach).

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'Maison': Lane Hutson looks (really) happy to be in Montreal to stay

Lane Hutson has signed a long-term contract with the Canadiens. The defenseman, who is in the final year of his NHL entry-level contract, has signed an eight-year pact that will expire in 2034.Hutson is in town to stay… even if that was never really in doubt.And clearly, you can sense that the defenseman is really, really happy that it’s settled.

Filip Eriksson News / The Sick Podcast / October 13

Filip Eriksson Is Having a Breakout Season In SHL

It’s been a few weeks since we discussed how Habs prospect Filip Eriksson has been playing in the SHL with Lulea HF; however, the 2023 6th round pick has continued to be a force in the SHL ever since his opening game hat-trick.

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The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

How long is Steve Yzerman's leash with the Detroit Red Wings?

Matthew Schaefer impressed in his NHL debut with Islanders

One rookie to watch on all 32 NHL teams in 2025-26

Best hockey line nicknames of all time

Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / October 13

Michael Hage Has Another Strong Performance

Heading into Friday’s game against the Providence Friars, Michigan Wolverine and Habs prospect Michael Hage had 2 goals and 7 points in 2 games to start his NCAA season.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / October 13

Why Canadiens’ Lane Hutson’s new contract is good for everyone involved

The trend of massive contract extensions rolled on Monday as the Montreal Canadiens announced that the team has agreed to terms on an eight-year contract extension for defenseman Lane Hutson.