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Lane Hutson: not signed because of the Panthers?

The Panthers may have changed many a team’s mind by winning back-to-back Stanley Cups, but they did so in a very specific way: by having a big defense with mobile defensemen who can also hit.

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Everybody Loves Ivan Demidov

The Montreal Canadiens held their annual team golf tournament to kick-start the NHL season. One of the most talked about topics between the players and the media was about Ivan Demidov’s performance at Saturday night’s Rookie Showcase against the Winnipeg Jets prospects.

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.

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 16

What Are Realistic Expectations For Reinbacher

On Monday, the first-ever episode of The Sick Podcast – Trust the Process, featuring Sick Media’s new hockey scout Simon “The Snake” Boisvert and producer Shayne Guimond, was released.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

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 / Dose.ca / September 15

Martin St-Louis is clear: he loves Arber Xhekaj

Arber Xhekaj still has a lot to learn in the NHL if he is to establish himself as a regular defenseman with the Montreal Canadiens. He has strengths and he knows how to use them, but it’s not all about physical play.

Kirby Dach News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 15

Canadiens’ Kirby Dach expected to be in lineup on opening night

The Montreal Canadiens received good news as they prepare to enter the 2025-26 campaign. Kirby Dach has played in just 59 games in the past two campaigns, missing time due to injury.

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

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 15

Bold Predictions #5: Habs Have A Top 5 PP

As mentioned yesterday, the Montreal Canadiens will have two power-play units that will be very dangerous next season, with an elite power-play quarterback and a pure right-handed sniper on each unit.

Montreal Canadiens News / Sporting News / September 15

Canadiens’ Jeff Gorton has no worries about Ivan Demidov entering rookie season

Montreal Canadiens Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations Jeff Gorton feels Ivan Demidov is ready for the NHL.

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The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 15

Habs Rookies Struggle to Produce Against Leafs Prospects

After a really good on Saturday night where the Montreal Canadiens prospects unfortunately didn’t get the result they were hoping for against the Winnipeg, on Sunday afternoon, they came out pretty flat against the Toronto Maple Leafs for the most part.

Kent Hughes News / Dose.ca / September 15

Kent Hughes: 'The most talented team we’ve had since I’ve been in Montreal'

On paper, the Canadiens have a great team, with some talented players on the roster, and that’s exciting for fans of the club, who’ve had a tough time of it in recent years.

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.

NHL News / Dose.ca / September 15

Andrei Markov doesn’t care what Marc Bergevin has become

Andrei Markov, nearing the end of his NHL career, didn’t have an agent, so he talked to Marc Bergevin himself. I have the impression that the main interested party quickly realized why players have agents, after all, negotiating is hard work.

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.

David Reinbacher News / Breakaway on SI / September 13

Patience is Key With Canadiens Top Defensive Prospect

While Montreal Canadiens 2023 fifth overall selection David Reinbacher has the pedigree of being a top-five pick, rushing him to play in the NHL might not be so wise.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 12

Can the Avalanche and Martin Necas find a number?

Richard Labbe of LA Press: Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson is entering the final year of his contract at a $4.8 million cap hit. The 31-year-old isn’t looking to move.

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

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / September 11

Montreal Canadiens Training Camp Storylines to Watch

The 2025 edition of the Montreal Canadiens training camp is less than two weeks away. The Canadiens rookie showcase is already underway as we ramp up into the preseason.

NHL 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