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In his second game of the season, Alexander Zharovsky recorded two assists. And this morning (Quebec time, at least), the Montreal Canadiens prospect found the back of the net for the first time in the 2026–2027 season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 7

Montreal Canadiens Top 10 Prospects: #4-#3

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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 7

Gleb Pugachyov in action today | Two assists for Alexander Zharovsky

In recent days, rumors had been circulating that Gleb Pugachyov would not be starting the season in the KHL. That made sense, considering he wasn't going to travel with his KHL team for the first games of the regular season, which is already underway in Russia.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 5

Alexander Zharovsky was shut out in his first game of the season in the KHL

Today marks the start of the KHL season, with several games on the schedule. And of course, in Montreal, we're keeping a close eye on the Russian league.

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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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 29

Alexander Zharovsky earned a point in the final preseason game

Yesterday, two prospects from the Montreal Canadiens saw action in preseason play. Alexander Zharovsky and Gleb Pugachyov played their final preseason game in the KHL.

Montreal Canadiens 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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 22

'The CH needs to trade Adam Engstrom and Alexander Zharovsky now'

The Montreal Canadiens already have a very strong, young, and talented core, with several prospects on the way. Players like Michael Hage, Alexander Zharovsky, Jacob Fowler (who isn't officially a member of the team), Bryce Pickford, Adam Engstrom, and many others are all very intriguing.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 21

Top 15 CH Prospects: The 'Controversial' Positions 6 Through 4

Certain rankings of the Canadiens' prospects have sparked a lot of discussion lately. In particular, the rankings by Adam Kimelman of the NHL website and Grant McCagg placed David Reinbacher and Gleb Pugachyov ahead of Alexander Zharovsky, which seemed to rub quite a few people the wrong way.

Montreal Canadiens 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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 19

'Alexander Zharovsky is still at least a few years away from the NHL'

Alexander Zharovsky continues to be the talk of Montreal. We know he's back in Russia and has played in some preseason games since then. What role will he play in Montreal?

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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 18

VIDEO: A beautiful goal by Zharovsky… who played center today

Alexander Zharovsky continues to make headlines. The young prospect for the Montreal Canadiens scored a beautiful goal today in Salavat Yulaev Ufa's second preseason game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 17

Alexander Zharovsky lost some teeth (and he’s back with a set of dentures)

Alexander Zharovsky will spend the next year in Russia. It will be interesting to follow his performance throughout the season… because he had a very good first season in the KHL in '25–'26.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 16

Top Prospects: Grant McCagg Also Ranks Gleb Pugachyov Ahead of Alexander Zharovsky

Yesterday, NHL.com released a ranking of the Montreal Canadiens' top prospects, and let's just say it caused quite a stir. Putting Gleb Pugachyov ahead of Alexander Zharovsky clearly surprised people, since Zharovsky is generally considered to have more potential than Pugachyov.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 11

Alexander Zharovsky: Well-Supported at His KHL Training Camp

As you may know, the KHL season always starts a few weeks before the NHL season. The result? A prospect like Alexander Zharovsky, who's being closely watched by Canadiens fans, is already in training camp mode in his native Russia.

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / August 10

Devils’ Prospect Nikita Shcherbakov on KHL Debut, Alexander Zharovsky, and His Development

Nikita Shcherbakov took a major step forward in 2025-26, making his debut in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) with Salavat Yulaev Ufa at just 17 years old after beginning the season with the club’s junior side, Tolpar.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 6

Alexander Zharovsky’s coach 'doesn’t want him to think about Montreal'

Alexander Zharovsky is one of the Canadiens' most promising prospects. The young Russian winger, who had a strong rookie season in the KHL last year, could be part of the solution in Montreal in the years to come.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 24

Alexander Zharovsky: Everything indicates that his time in Montreal is over

Alexander Zharovsky came to spend a few weeks in Montreal this summer. He had the opportunity to participate in the CH's development camp, was seen several times on the ice at the CN Complex… and even played a game in the LSHL earlier this week.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 21

VIDEO: Ivan Demidov and Alexander Zharovsky Put on a Show in the LSHL

There were some big names in the LSHL tonight. The summer league, which features 3-on-3 hockey, hosted quite a few players from the Canadiens. Zachary Bolduc, Jake Evans, and Alexandre Carrier… but most notably, Ivan Demidov and Alexander Zharovsky.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 21

Alexander Zharovsky and Ivan Demidov will play in the LSHL tonight

If you’re not familiar with the LSHL, it’s a Montreal summer 3-on-3 hockey league in which several National Hockey League players participate. And usually, the Canadiens are well represented. Tonight, fans in attendance will have the chance to see Alexander Zharovsky and Ivan Demidov in action, as they'll be playing on the same team.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 13

Alexander Zharovsky will be joined by the KHL’s all-time leading scorer

Alexander Zharovsky has one year remaining on his KHL contract. The young player, who will spend much of his summer in Montreal in 2026, is expected to make a permanent move to Quebec in 2027.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 12

The superb feints by Alexander Zharovsky and Zachary Bolduc

Yesterday, the Make Your Move event took place in Boisbriand. Basically, we saw several well-known hockey players—both active and retired—who showed up to delight the fans.

NHL News / Dose.ca / July 11

'A Steal': Mikhail Grigorenko Loves Alexander Zharovsky’s Selection

Alexander Zharovsky is a talented player. After all, not every 18- or 19-year-old is capable of performing well in a league like the KHL. And the Canadiens prospect has truly had a great first full year as a pro.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 8

Gleb Pugachyov and Alexander Zharovsky at the upcoming CMJ: It’s a possibility

For several years now, Russian athletes have been barred from participating in international competitions because of the war in Ukraine. That's true in hockey, soccer, basketball—you name it. But now, things could change, as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has decided to ease its restrictions on Russian athletes.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / May 22

Why the Canadiens Won't Regret Drafting Alexander Zharovsky

Alexander Zharovsky is one of those young wingers who looks like he’s been playing above his age group for a while now. The Montreal Canadiens clearly saw something they liked enough to move up and grab him, sending picks 41 and 49 to Carolina to get No.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

Canadiens Prospect Alexander Zharovsky’s Strong Start Earned Him KHL All-Star Selection

The Montreal Canadiens’ prospect pool continues to shine, and one of the brightest early-season surprises overseas is none other than 18-year-old forward Alexander Zharovsky.