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Team C Beats Team A In Habs Training Camp Scrimmage

In today’s Montreal Canadiens Training Camp scrimmage between Team A and Team C, it was Team C who came out on top in a close 4-3 game. This matchup was especially a big deal as it was the battle of the top line of Juraj Slafkovsky-Nick Suzuki-Cole Caufield vs.

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This Prospect Is Having A Strong Start to KHL Season

Montreal Canadiens prospect Bogdan Konyushkov has had a strong start to his KHL season with Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod. He may not have appeared on the scoresheet in his team’s first 3 outings, but in his last 3 games, Konyushkov has been a big part of the offense, putting up 4 assists.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 19

Recapping Season 2 Episode 6 of The Rebuild: Inside the Montreal Canadiens

*Beware of spoilers for the sixth and final episode of the 2nd season of The Rebuild: Inside the Montreal Canadiens. Episode 6 of the Rebuild: Inside the Montreal Canadiens is the final one of season 2.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 19

If Nick Suzuki can speak French, Kirby Dach can be more serious

Let’s face it: Kirby Dach hasn’t had it easy over the past two years. After a first season in which many people wanted to see him become Nick Suzuki’s

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 19

Canadiens Owner Adamant About Building For Long Term

Expectations, both internally and externally, will be for the Montreal Canadiens to take another step forward, and after finishing in the second wildcard spot in 2024-25, addressing all areas to improve the team has been management's goal.

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

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 19

Crave: Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton confronted Juraj Slafkovský at the end of the season

Last night, the final episode of the second season of La reconstruction was published on Crave. The episode focuses on the club’s (brief) playoff run… but also on the few days following the club’s elimination.

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / September 18

Kirby Dach confirms he tore his ACL again in February

For the past two years, Kirby Dach has had serious problems with his right knee. The CH forward tore his anterior and medial cruciate ligaments in the

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 19

Key Storylines to Watch at Canadiens Training Camp

The Montreal Canadiens kicked off their 2025 training camp on Wednesday, marking the start of a season expected to bring high stakes, added pressure, and crucial individual growth.

Patrik Laine News / The Sick Podcast / September 18

Patrik Laine Has High Expectations For Himself

Yesterday, during his press conference, Martin St. Louis mentioned that we might see the best version of forward Patrik Laine this upcoming season. Well, today Laine himself reaffirmed that it’s not might but he will definitely be the best version of himself.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 18

Mike Matheson and David Savard in talks with the Canadiens

Mike Matheson has entered the final year of his contract and, with an annual salary of $4.875 million, will be free as a bird on July 1 if he hasn’t signed a new deal by then.

Arseni Radkov News / Dose.ca / September 18

Military service history: Arseni Radkov to return to Quebec soon

Yesterday, journalist Mikaël Lalancette highlighted the story of Arseni Radkov. The goaltender, who is a prospect for the Montreal Canadiens and a player with the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada, finds himself in what could be described as administrative limbo.

Juraj Slafkovsky News / The Sick Podcast / September 18

Is This The Year Slafkovsky Breaks Out Into a Star Power forward

Last season, it was almost like Juraj Slafkovsky started the year in a bit of a sophomore slump. It may have been his third NHL season, but since during

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 17

St. Louis Confirms Dach Is Ready To Go For Camp

For the start of the Montreal Canadiens Training Camp, Head Coach Martin St. Louis held a press conference to speak to the media at 11:00 am ET today. One topic that has gotten a lot of attention lately is whether or not centre Kirby Dach is healthy enough to start camp.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 17

The Habs have the best future in the NHL (according to The Athletic)

It’s been a long time since we’ve seen a dominant team on the ice in Montreal. The Canadiens have made the playoffs twice in the last five years, but they’ve never really had a legitimate chance of winning the Stanley Cup.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 16

Canadiens Center Receives Encouraging Injury Update

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2025-2026 season with rising expectations. After making the postseason last year, the Habs are running it back with basically the same team, just a year older and more experienced.

Lane Hutson News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Canadiens' Lane Hutson Responds to Dad’s Comments On Possible USA-Canada Switch

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson made clear where his international hockey allegiance stands after his father publicly questioned Team USA’s Olympic snub.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / September 16

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens – Matheson, Gorton, Hughes, and a Top-Six

La Poche Bleue Podcast with Maxim Lapierre and Pascal Leclaire: “I would like to stay here as long as possible. I’m letting my agent handle it.” – Mike Matheson As NHLRumors.com reported in the summer via TSN Radio in Montreal, all options are on the table when it comes to Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15

Canadiens Set to Sign Critical Contract Extensions, Looking for Trade

The Montreal Canadiens are working to get two key contracts signed, but they aren’t for players who will make an on-ice impact. According to multiple sources,

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Canadiens discussing extension for key front-office members

The Montreal Canadiens are working on contract extensions for general manager Kent Hughes and executive vice president Jeff Gorton.

Seven NHL sophomores poised to break out in 2025-26

Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition

The '30-goal scorers in the 2024-25 NHL season' quiz

Kirby Dach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Canadiens Expect Kirby Dach To Be Ready For Start Of Season

The Canadiens are banking on having center Kirby Dach available for their opening night lineup after he underwent surgery on his right knee in February, EVP of hockey operations Jeff Gorton told Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Filip Eriksson News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Canadiens Prospect Filip Eriksson Shines in the SHL

The Montreal Canadiens’ prospect pool has been one of the most closely watched in the NHL in recent years, with names like Lane Hutson, Ivan Demidov, and David Reinbacher drawing the bulk of attention.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

3 Canadiens’ Prospects to Watch in Russia

The Montreal Canadiens have been hitting home runs with quite a few draft picks lately. Not only is Lane Hutson the reigning Calder Trophy winner, but they could have another star rookie in Ivan Demidov this season.

Pavel Zacha News / Yardbarker / September 11

Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins have been in conversations for a possible trade of Pavel Zacha, something that could solve one of Montreal's biggest issues.

Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade

Bruins to start 2025-26 season without captain

The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history

The '30-goal scorers in the 2024-25 NHL season' quiz

Sidney Crosby News / Yardbarker / September 11

Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade

Penguins star Sidney Crosby and his agent did not rule out a potential trade when questioned about the interest of the Montreal Canadiens. The franchise icon opting for a change of scenery would put the Penguins in a difficult position.

Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens

More details emerge on Kirill Kaprizov's rejection of Wild's offer

Maple Leafs HC paints ominous picture for star winger despite new deal

Maple Leafs' pursuit of Jack Roslovic puts one player on chopping block

Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / September 6

Ken Dryden's impact on NHL went beyond his playing career

Each sport has its share of figures whose impact on the game extends well beyond their playing or coaching careers. National Hockey League Hall of Fame goaltender Ken Dryden was one of those people.

Dryden dies at 78

Dryden remembered for off-ice exploits as much as six Cup wins

Statement from Maple Leafs GM on the passing of Dryden

Tributes pour in for Dryden

Dryden's journey in photos