Montreal Canadiens: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

The rebuild: Kent Hughes spoke to Barry Trotz about a player at the trade deadline

Have you watched the latest episode of La reconstruction, on Crave? If not… go do that if you get the chance. Because there are some great moments that were captured on camera, and it makes for a great result.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Who to Watch at Canadiens Rookie Camp

The Montreal Canadiens have officially confirmed their rookie camp roster, with 26 players set to hit the ice on Sept. 10. As is often the case, the event will bring together a mix of familiar faces and fresh talent, giving management, coaches, and fans a chance to take a closer look at the next generation of Habs.

Yevgeni Volokhin News / The Sick Podcast / September 8

Habs Prospect Has Strong Start to VHL Season

On Sunday afternoon, Montreal Canadiens goaltending prospect Yevgeni Volokhin made his 2025-26 season debut with Khimik Voskresensk of the VHL. After finishing

Carey Price News / NHL Rumors / September 8

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Not Done After Moving Carey Price’s Contract

If this were the year for the Montreal Canadiens to take the next step in their plan, then they would have to move on from Carey Price and his contract.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 8

The Canadiens’ Strange Week of Legacy, Change & Future

It was one of those weeks where Montreal Canadiens fans felt everything at once. The hockey world came together to remember Ken Dryden—an icon, a leader, and a pillar of Canadiens history.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 8

Future of Pierre Houde Broadcasting Canadiens Games in Question

The Montreal Canadiens’ long-time broadcaster on RDS, Pierre Houde, has a future of calling Habs games that is uncertain beyond the upcoming 2025-26 season.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / September 8

Nick Suzuki is in Las Vegas

Every year in September, some of the NHL’s stars gather in Vegas. The goal? To meet with NHL broadcasters and participate in what’s called the car wash.

David Savard News / Dose.ca / September 8

David Savard has found a job, but not with the Canadiens

David Savard is now retired, and do you know what that means? It means he now has the time to devote, on a more regular basis, to his family… and to lunches

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

The Case for a Canadiens Reunion on Defense Between Hutson and Struble

The Montreal Canadiens find themselves with a very good problem to have on defense, heading into 2025-26. They have far too many eggs to even try to put in a single basket, with Lane Hutson having just captured the Calder Memorial Trophy and then the acquisition of top-pairing defenseman Noah Dobson earlier this offseason.

Montreal Canadiens News / Total Apex Sports / September 6

Hockey Legend Ken Dryden Dead At 78

Ken Dryden lived an amazing life as he conquered pretty much every other profession he touched. The Montreal Canadiens legend passed away Friday at 78 from cancer, and honestly, it feels like we lost someone who proved you could be more than just a guy who stopped pucks for a living.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 6

Expectations for Habs Forward Prospects in Europe

Many of the Montreal Canadiens’ prospects over in Europe will see their seasons start over the next few days, and therefore, it seems like a good time to discuss expectations for some of the Canadiens’ more high-profile prospects over in Europe.

NHL News / House of Hockey / September 6

Lane Hutson's Olympic Future Set Straight After Fiery Comments From His Father

The Olympic future of Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson, who won the Calder Trophy, has been made clear after controversial comments from his father.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / September 6

'End of an Era': Longtime Montreal Canadiens Head Coach Retires at 61

Former Montreal Canadiens head coach Michel Therrien, who also coached the Pittsburgh Penguins to the 2008 SCF, has officially retired at 61 years old after a long career behind the bench.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / September 6

The Truth About Lane Hutson, Team USA, and the Olympics

RG.org’s Marco D’Amico tried to bring a little clarity to the Lane Hutson and Team USA controversy this week with a post suggesting there is no controversy.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / September 6

Ken Dryden, hockey’s noble scholar, did things his way

On any given night at the Montreal Forum in the 1970s, it was a familiar sight to see the Montreal Canadiens rushing the puck up the ice, asserting their status as the standard of the NHL.

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

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Longest receptions of the 2024 NFL season' quiz

The 'College football FBS nicknames' quiz

The 'RB's with an NFL rushing TD in 2024-25' quiz

The 'NFL 2025 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / September 6

Canadiens Legend Ken Dryden Lived an Extraordinary Life Far Beyond the NHL

Ken Dryden operated in a different stratosphere compared to his goaltending contemporaries and he led a life that made an impact far beyond hockey rinks. On Friday, the legendary netminder passed away at the age of 78 following a courageous battle with cancer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 6

Longtime Canadiens goaltender Ken Dryden passes away

Early Saturday morning, the Canadiens announced that their long-time goaltender and Hall of Famer Ken Dryden passed away Friday at the age of 78 after a battle with cancer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 6

Legendary Canadiens Goalie Passes Away at 78

The Montreal Canadiens and the NHL community are saddened to learn of legendary goalie Ken Dryden’s passing. A historic puck-stopper for the Habs during their reign of terror in the 1970s, Dryden passed at age 78 after battling hard against cancer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / September 6

Montreal Canadiens Legendary Goaltender has Passed Away at Age 78

Ken Dryden, a Hall of Fame goaltender and an accomplished politician, has passed away at age 78. He had been fighting cancer at the time of his passing.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / September 6

Hockey Hall of Famer Ken Dryden passes away at 78

One of the greatest goaltenders in Montreal Canadiens history has passed away. The Canadiens announced on Saturday morning that Ken Dryden has passed away after a battle with cancer.

Carey Price News / Trade Talk Sports / September 6

The Canadiens’ Logic in Moving Carey Price’s Contract

The Montreal Canadiens just offloaded the last year of Carey Price’s $84 million contract to the San Jose Sharks today. Although the legendary goaltender

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5

Canadiens trade Carey Price's contract, get a player in return

Canadiens actually trade away Carey Price's contract — and get a player in return

The Montreal Canadiens have traded Carey Price’s contract.

Oilers star speaks out about his future in Edmonton amid uncertainty

Biggest question facing each NHL East team ahead of training camp

Biggest question facing each NHL West team ahead of training camp

Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons

10-year NHL veteran retires

Lane Hutson News / NHL Trade Talk / September 5

Did Lane Hutson’s Dad Just Threaten Team USA After Olympic Snub?

Montreal Canadiens rookie sensation Lane Hutson was one of the biggest surprises left off Team USA’s Olympic orientation camp roster — and his father’s reaction has stirred up even more drama by talking about the snub and suggesting his son could jump over to Team Canada.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 3

Canadiens GM addresses potential Carey Price trade

Trade attention has once again zoned in on Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price as the league announces changes to the use of long-term injured reserve and salary cap in the postseason.

Atlantic Division Preview: What if Canadiens’ Ivan Demidov is the real deal?

Biggest question facing each NHL Eastern Conference team ahead of training camp

The 31 longest postseason games in NHL history

The '2005-06 Carolina Hurricanes' quiz