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Nick Suzuki explains why Canadiens stars are taking less money

NHL contracts have exploded this offseason. The Chicago Blackhawks traded for and signed Bowen Byram to a massive six-year, $75 million contract. Leo Carlsson shocked the hockey world when he signed the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet, forcing the Anaheim Ducks to match a five-year, $90 million contract.

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Nick Suzuki has no problem with a player earning $17 million in Montreal

Nick Suzuki will earn $7.875 million per season through 2030. So, let's imagine a scenario together: the Montreal Canadiens sign a true star… and offer him a contract worth 15, 16, or even 17 million dollars a year.

Ivan Demidov News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Caandiens’ Demidov Primed to Break Out in 2026-27

The Montreal Canadiens have spent nearly two decades searching for a dynamic game-changing forward. For years, the narrative in Montreal revolved around structure, low-event efficiency, and waiting for dynamic magic that rarely materialized.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / August 27

'Samuel Montembeault and the Los Angeles Kings—could that happen?'

It's unclear what will happen with Samuel Montembeault. Will he be traded before the start of the season? Or will he be sent down to the American Hockey League instead?

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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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Oliver Kapanen News / The Sick Podcast / August 27

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Oliver Kapanen

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.

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.

Jacob Fowler News / Dose.ca / August 27

Jacob Fowler: Once Again Ranked No. 1 Among the Top Goaltending Prospects

Jacob Fowler has a lot of potential. We know that. The Canadiens goaltender tops a list of the 25 best prospects at his position in a recent ranking by Steven Ellis (Daily Faceoff).

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 27

Kent Hughes’ Inaction: Nick Suzuki Steps into the Captain’s Role in Front of the Media

Nick Suzuki is an excellent captain. He never puts his foot in his mouth. The most recent example? At the Asista Foundation golf tournament, which he sponsors, Suzuki was questioned by reporters for the first time in several weeks.

Jeff Gorton News / Dose.ca / August 27

When Jeff Gorton teases a Maple Leafs fan

Season #3 of the series on the Canadiens’ rebuild on Crave is coming soon. Starting September 1, select episodes will be available to watch. But in the meantime, a clip has been posted on social media.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 27

Two years later, the Canadiens still have the same damn problem

The season is just around the corner, and the Canadiens still haven’t found their No. 2 center. Louis Jean said Tuesday night on 98.5 FM that Kent Hughes would have liked to have been more active during the offseason but wasn't able to be.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 27

Top Canadiens Priorities Heading into 2026-27

There is absolutely no question: Last season was an incredible success for the Montreal Canadiens as they accumulated accolades aplenty as well as earned

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / Dose.ca / August 27

Lane Hutson Behind Logan Cooley: Corey Pronman Recaps the 2022 Draft

Corey Pronman's revised rankings of recent drafts continue. This morning, it was the 2022 draft's turn to be analyzed by the man who has been ranking young NHL players in every possible way for the past few weeks.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / August 27

Grant McCagg: The VHL Is a Better Fit for Alexander Zharovsky This Year Than the KHL

Alexander Zharovsky has been in the news several times since the start of the summer. He stopped by Montreal, where he was welcomed by his fellow countryman.

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Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / August 26

Ivan Demidov is already inspiring the next generation of NHL prospects

Ivan Demidov is truly a rare gem on the Montreal Canadiens. He's brimming with talent and is already making headlines thanks to his moves and vision. There aren't many players like him… Nikita Kucherov comes to mind, but other than that, the list is very short.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / August 26

Remembering the Montreal Canadiens' greatest comeback in franchise history

Last season, the Montreal Canadiens built a reputation around being the “Comeback Kids,” setting a franchise record with 25 comeback victories. However, none of those victories can compare to what the Canadiens achieved on February 19, 2008, against the New York Rangers.

NHL News / Dose.ca / August 26

'In what world is Auston Matthews a better center than Nick Suzuki?'

Last Sunday, the NHL Network released its ranking of the top 20 centers in the NHL. Nick Suzuki, who was expected to rank fairly high on the list, came in ninth.

Kirby Dach News / The Sick Podcast / August 26

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: Kirby Dach

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 / Dose.ca / August 26

U.S. broadcasters are starting to take a liking to the Canadiens

In 25-26, none of the Canadiens’ games were broadcast by U.S. networks. Not a single one! But things are changing: six Canadiens games will be broadcast on ESPN and TNT this season—a pretty interesting sign that the Montreal club is starting to attract more attention across the border.

Patrik Laine News / Dose.ca / August 26

Patrik Laine: Nothing Concrete in Florida

It's still unclear where Patrik Laine will play in '26–'27. The reason is very simple: the forward is still a free agent. He hasn't been able to agree to contract terms with any National Hockey League team.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 26

NHL Network Blasted Over Suzuki vs Matthews 'Asinine' Ranking

NHL Network released its annual top 20 centers list this week, and it has stirred up debate, as lists like this often do. One take involves Auston Matthews being ranked just ahead of Nick Suzuki — Matthews at No.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 26

Canadian: Montreal, the #1 City to Visit (According to an American Journalist)

Josh Yohe, a reporter who covers the Penguins for The Athletic, has published a series of articles ranking NHL cities that are worth visiting for people from Pittsburgh.

Alex Newhook News / Dose.ca / August 26

Alex Newhook Discusses His Future with the Canadiens

What lies ahead for Alex Newhook this season? By necessity, he'll be considered an option for the team's top six. After all, there are still two spots up for grabs due to the GM's inaction this summer.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / August 26

The Canadiens did everything they could to trade Montembeault, but couldn’t find a taker

There won't be many new players to watch when the Canadiens' training camp kicks off in three weeks. However, there's one “veteran” player who will catch my attention more than the others: Samuel Montembeault.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / August 26

Montreal Canadiens: Fighting an Unfair Financial Battle

Every year, we talk about the Stanley Cup being the hardest trophy in professional sports to win. We talk about drafting, development, goaltending, coaching, injuries, deadline acquisitions and whether a general manager can find that elusive final piece.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 26

Canadiens 2026-27 Player Previews: Forwards

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2026-27 season with a forward group that is beginning to look like one capable of competing deep into the playoffs. Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield remain the established stars, but the supporting cast around them has continued to improve.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / August 27

Canadiens owner sends clear signal on Martin St. Louis’ future

St. Louis' future isn’t exactly hanging over the team this offseason.

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

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / August 23

Crosby-to-Canadiens Rumour Sounds Great. Doesn’t Make It Real

Here’s the thing about the Crosby-to-Canadiens rumor: it comes back every couple of years, gets shot down every time, and yet somehow it’s back again like nothing happened.