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Martin St. Louis Sends a Clear Message About Canadiens Defenseman Arber Xhekaj

Arber Xhekaj has been pigeonholed into his current role in the NHL, but Head Coach Martin St. Louis believes the talented young star is capable of much more.

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Caleb Desnoyers really took his interview with the Habs seriously

I’m going to start my text with a statement. Although the chances are slim, I’d really, really like to see the Canadiens draft Caleb Desnoyers in less than two weeks.

Patrik Laine News / Breakaway on SI / June 15

What's Next For Canadiens Sniper Patrik Laine?

It was a step in the right direction, but Patrik Laine's 2024-25 regular season was a stepping stone year. The Montreal Canadiens took off after the Four Nations Face-Off, and Laine's scoring was integral for the team's attack, and he can be so much better than that.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 15

Canadiens News & Rumours: Hutson, Mailloux, Hague & More

In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has a busy offseason ahead of him as the rebuild continues. The Canadiens are coming off of a season where they earned the final wild card position and now have options on how to proceed with improving the team.

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The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

In the history of the NHL, a total of 46 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 46 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most points in one Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Multiple Stanley Cup Playoff hat tricks' quiz

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 14

Red Wings goalie prospect decommits from Yale

Detroit Red Wings 2023 sixth-round selection goalie Rudy Guimond is no longer committed to Yale University, per Mark Divver of NHL.com. The Moncton Wildcats, Guimond’s QMJHL team, also announced his return.

Lane Hutson News / Dose.ca / June 14

'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.

Vinzenz Rohrer News / Daily Faceoff / June 14

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.

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.

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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