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One Big 'Bubble' Problem With Lane Hutson and a New Under-23 Rankings

The Athletic’s Corey Pronman is taking all sorts of heat this week thanks to his top NHL players under 23 list. Typically, a list like this draws criticism when it’s published.

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Samuel Montembeault: The Blue Jackets’ sudden need is one to watch

As of today, Samuel Montembeault is still in Montreal. The goaltender hasn't been traded despite months of speculation about his future, and people are wondering if he'll start the next season in a Canadiens uniform.

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / August 20

First trio: 'It’s pretty certain that Ivan Demidov will get his chance this season.'

Many people in town are eager to see what Ivan Demidov will be able to accomplish this season. The young Russian, who will be starting his second full season with the Habs, showed flashes of great talent in 2025–26.

Jakub Dobes News / Professor Press Box / August 20

Jakub Dobes Learned the Most When the Games Mattered Most

There is a temptation to look at Jakub Dobes’ 2025-26 season and focus on the numbers. The Montreal Canadiens’ young goaltender went 29-10-4 during the regular season, then helped carry the Canadiens all the way to the Eastern Conference Final.

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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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Noah Dobson News / Dose.ca / August 20

VIDEO: Noah Dobson practices his shots on an impressive machine

In 2026–27, Noah Dobson will begin his second season with the Canadiens. The defenseman had a solid season last year, recording 12 goals and 47 points in 80 games in a role where he didn't get a lot of power-play time.

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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.

Jakub Dobes News / The Sick Podcast / August 20

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Jakub Dobes

As we get into the dog days of summer and until training camp, thesickpodcast.com will profile Montreal Canadiens players based on their expected role for the 2026-27 NHL season.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 20

The Canadiens top prospect drawing trade interest

The Montreal Canadiens have been one of the quieter NHL teams this offseason, making no major moves after reaching the Eastern Conference Final in May.

Sidney Crosby News / NHL Trade Talk / August 20

Analyst Urges the Montreal Canadiens to Go Get Sidney Crosby

Recent reports have suggested that Sidney Crosby could sign another extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins before the start of the 2026-27 season, though not everyone is buying it.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 20

Concerns for Yvon Lambert: Former CH Player Hospitalized After a Serious Fall

Sad news. Former Canadiens player Yvon Lambert had to undergo surgery after suffering a fairly serious fall at a recent party. He suffered a fracture of the femur… and the hip, as reported by François-David Rouleau of the Journal de Montréal.

Connor McDavid News / Dose.ca / August 20

Connor McDavid in Montreal: It’s got people talking

Recently, there has been talk that if Connor McDavid were ever to leave Edmonton, the Canadiens would be a logical destination for him. Stu Cowan addressed the topic on the Sick Podcast.

Jakub Dobes News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Jakub Dobes Isn’t a Lock to Be the Canadiens’ Starter

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2026-27 season with plenty of intriguing battles to watch at training camp, but one of the biggest could come between the pipes.

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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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 20

According to fans, the Canadiens don’t have the best front office in the league

The Canadiens are in a position to build something really great right now. Will this lead to a celebration of the franchise's 25th Stanley Cup in the coming years?

Gleb Pugachyov News / Dose.ca / August 20

Grant McCagg doesn’t like what he sees in Gleb Pugachyov

Obviously, we shouldn’t jump to any major conclusions after just a few preseason games. But so far, Gleb Pugachyov hasn't exactly been delivering the kind of performance Grant McCagg was expecting.

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Adam Engstrom News / NHL Trade Talk / August 19

Montreal Has a Decision to Make on Adam Engstrom—and It Isn’t Easy

So… are the Montreal Canadiens really shopping Adam Engstrom, or is this just the usual summer smoke? The latest rumour is that rival teams have checked in on Engstrom, and Montreal is apparently “open to” moving him.

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / August 19

Patrik Laine: The door seems to be closing on him with the Islanders

As of today, Patrik Laine is still without a contract. The Finnish player is looking for a team where he can try to revive his career. Will he manage to sign a contract before training camp begins?

Adam Engstrom News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 19

Canadiens’ Adam Engstrom Has Drawn Trade Interest

Rival NHL teams have inquired about the possibility of trading for Montreal Canadiens defenseman Adam Engstrom over the course of the summer, writes Arpon Basu of The Athletic.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 19

Nick Suzuki: Patrice Bergeron gives him a (big) dose of love

Nick Suzuki has, more than ever, firmly established himself as one of the best centers in the NHL. The Habs' captain just reached 100 points in a season in which he also won the Selke Trophy and helped his team reach the Eastern Conference Finals.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / August 19

Alexander Zharovsky: Scouts across the league really like him

Alexander Zharovsky has been making quite a name for himself over the past 12 months. The young Russian, drafted by the Habs with the 34th overall pick in 2025, scored 16 goals and 42 points in 59 games during his first full season in the KHL.

Artturi Lehkonen News / The Hockey Writers / August 19

Revisiting the Canadiens’ Artturi Lehkonen Trade

The Montreal Canadiens approached the 2022 Trade Deadline as obvious sellers. After a surprising run to the 2021 Stanley Cup Final, the team fell flat the following season and was at the bottom of the NHL standings.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 19

Canadiens Have Brendan Gallagher’s Successor in Zachary Bolduc

Replacing Brendan Gallagher was never going to be about replacing a stat line. It’s about replacing a pulse. For over a decade, Gallagher served as the steady heartbeat of the Montreal Canadiens.