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Josh Anderson is an important player for the Montreal Canadiens. When you hear Jeff Gorton say that the organization will never trade him… that's a good indication of just how much the veteran is appreciated in Montreal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 21

Craig Button: The Canadiens will be in contention for the Stanley Cup for (at least) six years

When Craig Button talks about the Montreal Canadiens these days, he's not just talking about a team capable of making the playoffs next year. According to him, the Habs could be in the running for the Stanley Cup for the next six years.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / June 27

Toronto Maple Leafs select Cooper Williams 158th overall with 2026 fifth-round pick

The Toronto Maple Leafs have picked Cooper Williams with the 158th overall pick of the 2026 NHL Draft. Williams is a 6’1″ 163lb left-shot forward out of the Saskatoon Blades.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

Can you name the players chosen as team captain for each NHL franchise in 2026-27?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

NHL News / Dose.ca / June 26

Gavin McKenna Selected First Overall: Craig Button Isn’t Necessarily Convinced

The time for big decisions is approaching for the various National League teams. In less than three hours, the first round of the draft will begin… and now we're wondering what the various clubs will do tonight.

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.

Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Flyers 2026 NHL Mock Draft 4.0: Round 2 Trade-Up

The 2026 NHL Draft is finally here. As of writing, the Philadelphia Flyers have the following draft picks: No. 21, No. 53, No. 136, and No. 213. What’s in store for them in my fourth and final mock draft?

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 19

Insider’s Take on the Canucks Raises Hard Rebuild Question

There’s a growing sense around the Vancouver Canucks that the conversation has quietly shifted. It’s no longer just about where they are right now. It’s also about how long it’s going to take to get anywhere meaningful again.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Beckett Hamilton – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

2025-26 Team: Red Deer Rebels (WHL) Date of Birth: March 28, 2008 Place of Birth: Humboldt, Saskatchewan Height: 5-foot-11, Weight: 172 pounds Shoots:

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 25

Liam Lefebvre – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

2025–26 Team: Chicoutimi Saguenees (QMJHL) Date of Birth: May 15, 2008 Place of Birth: Montreal, QC, CAN Height: 6-foot-3, Weight: 203 pounds Shoots: Right

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 7

Craig Button: Alignment with Auston Matthews will be ‘driver’ of GM search

The Toronto Maple Leafs have five more regular-season games remaining during the 2025-26 regular season, before all eyes shift to one of the most important

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / April 2

Why The Habs Could Go On a Surprising Playoff Run

On Wednesday night’s episode of the Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro asked his guest Craig Button whether or not it is time to consider the Montreal Canadiens a legitimate contender in the NHL.

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 / The Hockey Writers / March 30

NHL rumors: McMann extension, Rielly trade, and why fire Cassidy?

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vegas Golden Knights have made a shocking coaching change. What led to Cassidy’s release, and why John Tortorella? Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to swirl in speculation, and Seattle Kraken forward Bobby McMann is rapidly boosting his value.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Tij Iginla is becoming one of the most exciting prospects

While there are a number of NHL-affiliated prospects who are slowly growing into future stars, one player is starting to close in on becoming a full-time participant in the big leagues.

Mammoth re-sign Michael Carcone to two-year extension

2026 NHL Draft: Top 10 NCAA players you need to know

The 'Arizona Coyotes retired numbers' quiz

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 15

Flames prospects Cole Reschny and Ethan Wyttenbach crack Craig Button’s top 50 drafted prospects list

Over the past few seasons, the Calgary Flames have made many, many draft picks. Several of those draft choices have turned into promising young players.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Montreal Canadiens: Craig Button Reveals Why Goalie Jacob Fowler Should Be Starter in Playoffs

Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler started a game on Wednesday night against the Ottawa Senators. He was sensational as he recorded 32 saves for Montreal in a 3-2 win over Ottawa.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Edmonton Oilers: Craig Button Believes Connor McDavid Could Have a Short Postseason Against the Vegas Golden Knights

The NHL Stanley Cup playoffs are not far away. If the season ended today, the Edmonton Oilers would face the Vegas Golden Knights in the first round of the postseason.

Colorado Avalanche News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Colorado Avalanche: NHL Analyst Craig Button Believes They are the Favorites to Win it All

The Colorado Avalanche won the 2021-2022 NHL Stanley Cup title in six games over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Colorado has not been back to the finals since then, but they have a great team once again in 2025-2026.

Buffalo Sabres News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Buffalo Sabres: NHL Analyst Craig Button Believes That They Have Been the Best Team in the NHL Since December

At the beginning of the 2025-2026 NHL season, the Buffalo Sabres appeared as if they were going to be heading for another miserable season. Buffalo has not made the playoffs since the 2010-2011 NHL season.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / November 23

Do the Edmonton Oilers need to make a trade to help turn things around?

TSN: Craig Button, when asked if the Edmonton Oilers should be looking to make some trades now? Host: “Okay, discipline and patience are key to fix those issues.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 16, 2025

6 centre options for the Flames at 31st or 32nd overall at the 2025 NHL Draft

The Calgary Flames, for the second year in a row, have multiple first-round picks in the NHL Draft. We’ve already delved into a few potential centres that could be available with their first pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, 18th overall.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / February 12, 2025

Red Wings Place Two on Button’s TSN Top Prospect List

Defenseman Axel Sandin Pellikka’s presence at No. 6 on Craig Button’s top 50 NHL-affiliated prospects is more evidence toward a verdict that the 2023 Detroit Red Wings first rounder is close to being ready for the show.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 7, 2025

2 Canucks prospects rank in Craig Button’s Top 50 NHL-affiliated prospects list

TSN’s Craig Button released his top 50 NHL-affiliated prospects list on Friday, and there are two Vancouver Canucks prospects to feature on the list, and highly, to boot.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / December 22, 2024

Jake Evans' Rising Trade Value: New Development Emerges as Craig Button Reveals the Details

Jake Evans, number 71 for the Montreal Canadiens, could draw attention from teams looking for reinforcements ahead of the March 7 trade deadline. Respected analyst Craig Button believes the 28-year-old will be highly sought after, especially by playoff-contending teams.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / November 22, 2024

The Four (or Five) Pillars of the Maple Leafs Future

Yesterday, The Hockey Writers Stefano Rubino shared Craig Button’s insights on looking back and ahead. Button suggests that the Core Four we typically know of on the Toronto Maple Leafs hasn’t turned out how they expected.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / November 10, 2024

Craig Button Urges Canadiens to Trade for a 2nd Line Center to Replace Dach: One Name is Suggested

With a difficult start to the season and a concerning position in the NHL standings, the Montreal Canadiens are going through turbulent times. Currently sitting at the bottom of the Atlantic Division and tied for last in the entire NHL with a 4-9-2 record, hopes for a quick recovery seem uncertain, prompting some experts to suggest solutions.

New York Rangers News / Full Press Hockey / October 10, 2024

Craig Button: “Igor Shesterkin is the Best Goalie in the NHL. Its Not Even Close”

As the NHL season begins, the hockey world is discussing whether the New York Rangers will sign their number one goaltender, Igor Shesterkin, to a new contract extension.