Montreal Canadiens: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Oliver Kapanen News / Dose.ca / September 18

Oliver Kapanen admits he hit a wall: what he did to adjust

Oliver Kapanen admits he hit a wall during the final months of the 2025–2026 season. That's why, after spending most of the season on the second line, he finished the season either on the bottom two lines or in the stands.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 18

Martin St-Louis has more faith in David Reinbacher than he lets on, according to Marco D’Amico

David Reinbacher has yet to prove himself in the NHL. Since being selected fifth overall in the 2023 draft, the defenseman has had to be patient, and his journey certainly hasn't been a straight path.

Arber Xhekaj News / NHL Trade Talk / September 17

Xhekaj Says His Unfavorable Deal with the Canadiens Presents Unique Opportunity

Arber Xhekaj spoke with the media in Montreal on Thursday, just hours after signing a one-year extension with the Montreal Canadiens. He didn’t shy away from discussing his new contract, making clear it wasn’t necessarily his first choice — but one he sees as an opportunity.

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Chris Kreider News / Dose.ca / September 17

Chris Kreider: Pierre LeBrun tempers expectations

Let’s face it, Chris Kreider’s arrival in Montreal is certainly exciting. The Canadiens are adding an experienced, imposing forward who has long been one of the New York Rangers' top scorers.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 17

A Three-Way: Here’s What the CH’s Three Goaltenders Think About It

In recent weeks, Kent Hughes has really gotten down to business. He's shored up his top six and taken charge of the team's two remaining unsigned players.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 17

Canadiens Camp Notes: Chris Kreider On Top LIne

The top line at Montreal Canadiens training camp on Thursday created a lot of buzz as newcomer Chris Kreider was skating alongside Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.

Oliver Kapanen News / Dose.ca / September 17

'The second-center position belongs to Oliver Kapanen'

For the first time in the 2026–2027 season, the Canadiens players took to the ice for a practice. We saw several lineup changes, including Chris Kreider on the first line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.

Arber Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / September 17

Arber Xhekaj: 'Maybe I can become a good forward'

Arber Xhekaj must be confused. Other than that, he's solid. The guy has been playing defense for years and years. He's made his mark in the NHL as a defenseman who can drop the gloves and play physically on the ice.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / September 17

Why Kreider Might Be Perfect with Suzuki and Caufield

There was a bit of fashion watching at the Montreal Canadiens' first official practice of training camp. The jersey colours were getting plenty of attention, and for good reason.

Patrik Laine News / Daily Faceoff / September 17

What’s the right fit for Patrik Laine?

As training camps across the NHL are set to begin, there are a few notable names who are still without contracts. One player that keeps coming up is Patrik Laine.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 17

Florian Xhekaj paired with Josh Anderson: the message is clear

On-ice sessions have begun at the Canadiens’ training camp. Earlier this morning, Chris Kreider was seen playing on a line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield in Group A of the camp.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 17

Suzuki’s French, Reinbacher’s Role, and Gossip About the Canadiens’ Players

I was at Saputo Stadium yesterday with a good friend, the guys from HFTV, and Nilton Jorge. It wasn't Montreal's best game, but in sports, dominance doesn't count.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 17

Samuel Montembeault, Alex Newhook, Arber Xhekaj: What We Take Away from the Teams

This morning at practice, we saw Martin St. Louis show his true colors. As you've probably seen, Chris Kreider was with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield on the team's top line.

Chris Kreider News / Dose.ca / September 17

Chris Kreider on the first line: a big clue in today’s practice

The fashion column is back. This morning, at the Canadiens' practice, we're once again keeping an eye on the jersey colors of certain players. Why? Because it says a lot about potential lines.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 17

Canadiens’ Reinbacher Likelier to Earn Roster Spot with Guhle out

Montreal Canadiens prospect David Reinbacher always had the inside track to winning a roster spot this preseason, according to reports. In the wake of news defenseman Kaiden Guhle will be out 4-5 weeks following offseason surgery, you’d have to believe the open spot is now his to lose.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 17

Predicting the Canadiens’ Major Stat Category Leaders for 2026-27

With training camp underway, the 2026-27 NHL regular season is quickly approaching, and expectations surrounding the Montreal Canadiens are considerably higher than they have been in recent years.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / September 17

Stanley Cup hype has already begun for the Montreal Canadiens ahead of 2026-27

The Montreal Canadiens might be entering a season with the most excitement they have had around them in over a decade. They got as far as the Eastern Conference Finals last season before losing in five to the Carolina Hurricanes, and while they made only one big free agent addition, more importantly, they didn't lose any key players.

Gleb Pugachyov News / Dose.ca / September 17

Gleb Pugachyov gained 33 pounds (and hasn’t lost any weight since)

Gleb Pugachyov has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons over the past few weeks. The Canadiens prospect, who hasn't made a splash since the start of his Russian team's training camp, has come under criticism for appearing disinterested and not in good enough shape on the ice.