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Fraser Minten's new contract could be huge for Zachary Bolduc's negotiations

The Montreal Canadiens and Zachary Bolduc could be getting a bit antsy as training camp approaches with no signs of a contract extension. Both Bolduc and Arber Xhekaj are still holding out for a better deal, hoping it won't stretch into the start of camp.

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David Savard: Here’s How He Continues to Help the Habs Today

David Savard has decided to retire at the end of the 2024–25 season. The defenseman, who spent the last four years of his career with the Habs, helped the club through its rebuilding process.

NHL News / Dose.ca / September 10

Chris Kreider: His arrival wouldn’t (really) help Zachary Bolduc

Since yesterday, Chris Kreider has been a hot topic around town. The power forward had his contract bought out by the Anaheim Ducks and is now a free agent.

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / September 10

José Théodore: Don’t expect to see the same Jakub Dobes as in the playoffs

After a superb playoff run and a new contract, it's only natural that expectations for Jakub Dobes will be higher this season. Barring a major turnaround, he'll be the Canadiens' No.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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David Reinbacher News / Dose.ca / September 10

Martin Laperrière on David Reinbacher: 'He’s knocking on the NHL’s door'

After so many injuries and a rather slow development, it's time for David Reinbacher to claim his spot in the NHL. It all starts now with the Canadiens' training camps.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Chris Kreider News / A Winning Habit / September 10

3 reasons to love the idea of the Montreal Canadiens signing free agent Chris Kreider

Chris Kreider is officially an unrestricted free agent after he cleared waivers, and he is now free to sign with any team he wants. While Kreider has a rocky relationship with the Montreal Canadiens from his time with the New York Rangers, he would be a perfect fit for what the team needs and an upgrade going into the season.

Zdeno Chara News / Dose.ca / September 10

The Time Zdeno Chara Almost Signed a Contract with the CH

Just imagine: Zdeno Chara with the Montreal Canadiens. We can all agree… that would have been quite a story. That said, Renaud Lavoie shared a rather unique story involving the former Bruins defenseman and former Canadiens general manager, Marc Bergevin.

Kaiden Guhle News / Dose.ca / September 10

Kaiden Guhle: An (Encouraging) Update on the Defenseman

Kaiden Guhle underwent surgery this summer. Our colleague Maxime Truman actually published an article yesterday with the latest updates on the story. Did you miss it?

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 10

Canadiens: The season’s first lines and pairs have been announced

Training camp has begun in Brossard. All the Canadiens players are in town. The Habs golf tournament will take place next week, in four days. So the season is approaching.

Martin St. Louis News / Professor Press Box / September 10

St. Louis Shows Why We’ve Been Getting the 'Players’ Coach' Thing Wrong

There’s a funny thing about hockey coaches. If they yell at everybody, they’re tough. If they’re quiet, they’re mysterious. And if they actually get along with their players, well, apparently they must be too soft.

Chris Kreider News / Dose.ca / September 10

Chris Kreider Update: The Bruins Are Hot on the Canadiens’ Heels

What will Chris Kreider do in the coming hours or days? As you know, we fully expect him to take advantage of his free agency (I don't expect him to be claimed off waivers) to choose his next team.

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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.

Lane Hutson News / The Hockey Writers / September 10

How the Canadiens Put Hutson in the Best Position to Succeed in 2026-27

The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in an enviable position regarding defenseman Lane Hutson. There’s of course his eight-year, $70.8 million contract, which ranks among the best on the team (and in the league).

Nick Suzuki News / A Winning Habit / September 10

Nick Suzuki’s next step could cement him as an elite Eastern Conference center

Montreal Canadiens fans are well aware of Nick Suzuki's impact on the organization. He is the steady two-way center they need at the top of the lineup and has become an increasingly important offensive force, recording career highs in points and ultimately hitting the 100-point mark this past season (29 goals and 72 assists).

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Wayne Gretzky News / Yardbarker / September 9

Barry Melrose was one of NHL's biggest personalities, and one of its biggest advocates

Whether you agreed with him, disagreed with him, or followed his career as a coach or player, you knew who Barry Melrose was if you were even a casual hockey fan.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 9

Derek Lalonde speaks his mind about Martin St-Louis’s approach

Martin St-Louis has always been known as a coach who is close to his players. Since taking over as head coach of the Canadiens, there has been frequent talk of his ability to communicate with them, give them a certain amount of freedom, and build a relationship that differs from that of some more traditional coaches.

Chris Kreider News / A Winning Habit / September 9

Canadiens should put the Chris Kreider history aside and make the call

Over the past 20 years, there may not be a bigger villain for the Montreal Canadiens than Chris Kreider. Fans don't easily forget that he might have cost the Canadiens a Stanley Cup in 2014 when he slid into Carey Price, resulting in a knee injury that forced Price to miss the remainder of the playoffs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9

Andre Pronovost Passes Away At 90

In an unfortunate update, the Montreal Canadiens announced that former winger André Pronovost has passed away at the age of 90. Given his lengthy life, it’s no surprise that it’s been some time since Pronovost last appeared in an NHL contest.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 9

What Is the Montreal Canadiens’ Ceiling in 2026-27?

The Montreal Canadiens are no longer entering a season simply hoping to see progress from their young core. After what they accomplished in 2025-26, expectations have changed significantly.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 9

Montreal Canadiens Prospects Pushing For Limited Opportunities

A total 23 of the Montreal Canadiens’ prospects will begin Rookie Camp on September 11, with five days to do what every young hockey player dreams of doing: make someone upstairs wonder how the hell they are going to find room for him.

Michael Hage News / Professor Press Box / September 8

Should the Canadiens Michael Hage Stay in College?

There’s a funny thing about prospects. Everybody wants to know when they’re coming, but sometimes the better question is whether they’re actually ready when they get there.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 8

Montreal Canadiens Top 10 Prospects: #2-#1

The Montreal Canadiens have seen many of their top prospects graduate to the NHL over the past few seasons. Despite this, the Canadiens still have a very solid prospect group. Over the next week, I’ll discuss my top 10 prospects in the Montreal Canadiens organization.

Arber Xhekaj News / NHL Trade Talk / September 8

GM and Coach Misaligned in Montreal on What to Do with Arber Xhekaj?

There’s been talk of late about what the Montreal Canadiens should do with defenseman Arber Xhekaj. Still unsigned, trade speculation has surfaced, as has the idea of moving him from the blue line to forward, simply because he doesn’t have a guaranteed spot as a defender with this current roster.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 7

Montreal Canadiens Top 10 Prospects: #4-#3

Ivan Demidov News / NHL Trade Talk / September 7

Canadiens’ Demidov Knew What He Was Doing with Unexpected Deal

In a time when some players are grabbing as much of their piece of the pie as they can, Ivan Demidov‘s agent, Dan Milstein, says his client wanted his eight-year deal done quickly and to leave money on the table so that the Montreal Canadiens could sign other players.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

3 Canadiens Prospects to Watch at 2026 Rookie Camp

The Montreal Canadiens season is on the horizon and soon they will hit the ice for training camp. First up, youngsters enter the spotlight as rookie camp is set to begin on Friday, September 11.

Arber Xhekaj News / NHL Trade Talk / September 5

Bold Idea for Canadiens Includes a Big Change for D-Man Arber Xhekaj

Arber Xhekaj‘s future with the Montreal Canadiens remains unclear, as the 25-year-old defenceman is still unsigned as a restricted free agent with training camp fast approaching.