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The coming weeks will be important for David Reinbacher. The Canadiens defenseman will have to work hard to try to earn a spot on the team at training camp.

Montreal Canadiens 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.

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Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / September 4

David Reinbacher has his best chance yet to make the Canadiens roster

No Montreal Canadiens prospect has more to prove this season than David Reinbacher. He was a contentious pick when the Canadiens selected him with the fifth overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, passing on players like Matvei Michkov, Ryan Leonard, and Zachary Benson.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 31

Alexandre Carrier: David Reinbacher Is Putting Pressure on His Position

In just over two weeks, the Canadiens' training camp will get underway. And of course, there are a few storylines we'll be watching closely. Who will emerge as Ivan Demidov's defensive partner?

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 26

'David Reinbacher Is Ranked Higher Than You Think' by Corey Pronman

This morning, Corey Pronman released his 2023 draft rankings, looking back over the past three years. The Athletic columnist, who specializes in prospects, naturally ranked Connor Bedard at the top.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 25

David Reinbacher: 'I hope he had a good summer'

Three years ago, David Reinbacher was drafted by the Canadiens. At the time, we thought that three years later, he'd be a regular in the NHL… but that's not the case.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 23

The CH must trade Jacob Fowler or David Reinbacher before the expansion draft

There have been some developments regarding the next NHL expansion. First, yesterday we learned that Bill Daly will announce the new expansion team by the end of 2026, which is expected to join the league in 2029–2030.

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

David Reinbacher: 'A solid right-hander on the third line'

Yesterday, the creator of DobberHockey offered some fairly generous projections for David Reinbacher’s upcoming season. He projected Reinbacher to play about 40 games and score 19 points.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / August 17

Can David Reinbacher Finally Make the Canadiens Roster?

There is an interesting little battle developing on the Montreal Canadiens' blue line, and it could tell us quite a bit about where David Reinbacher is in his development.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 15

CH Prospects: David Reinbacher Ranks First Ahead of Hage, According to NHL.com

Every year, the National Hockey League's official website publishes several articles on each NHL team a few weeks before the start of the season. Each team has its own feature day, and the articles have been published in alphabetical order by team since August 1, which means today is the Montreal Canadiens' feature day.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / August 14

Montreal Canadiens Role Profiles: David Reinbacher

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 12

'David Reinbacher would be the worst player to trade right now.'

Ah, David Reinbacher… It seems like people have always been cautious when talking about him ever since he was drafted three years ago. And that's understandable: the young player has been injured a few times, and we haven't seen him reach his full potential.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Canadiens’ Reinbacher Now Under the Gun with Konyushkov Signing

Maybe “now or never” is far too harsh an assessment of Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Reinbacher’s chances. However, following a litany of recent

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 12

3 Laval Rocket Players Who Could Make the Jump to the Canadiens in 2026-27

The Montreal Canadiens took a major step forward this season, but the organization knows the work is far from over. One of the biggest reasons for optimism is the amount of young talent still developing within the system.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

David Reinbacher Is the Solution to the Canadiens’ Defensive Depth Problem

The Montreal Canadiens have exceeded expectations in the 2026 Playoffs and deserve to be celebrated for punching above their weight class, using their offensive skill and competitive spirit, to reach the Eastern Conference Final.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 27

Montreal Canadiens reassign David Reinbacher

After last night’s Game 4 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Montreal Canadiens announced that they’ve reassigned defenseman David Reinbacher to the AHL’s Laval Rocket.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 11

Canadiens Need to Give David Reinbacher His First NHL Look

David Reinbacher’s development has been closely watched ever since the Montreal Canadiens selected him fifth overall in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. After dealing with injuries earlier in his career, the young defenceman is now finding his rhythm with the Laval Rocket.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 30

Canadiens top defense prospect cleared to play

The Canadiens have made a pair of activations from season-opening injured reserve.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / September 28

Montreal Canadiens get good and bad news following loss to Maple Leafs

The Montreal Canadiens lost 2-7 to the Toronto Maple Leafs in a preseason game on Thursday. Afterwardlt, good and bad news emerged for the Habs.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / September 26

Canadiens’ David Reinbacher out four weeks with broken hand

The Montreal Canadiens announced Friday that defenseman David Reinbacher will be sidelined for four weeks after suffering a metacarpal bone injury. The injury occured in preseason action Thursday against the Atlantic Division rival Toronto Maple Leafs in which Reinbacher left midway through the game and did not return.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 26

Canadiens’ David Reinbacher suffers broken hand

Top Canadiens defense prospect David Reinbacher sustained a broken metacarpal bone in his hand in last night’s exhibition loss to the Maple Leafs and will miss the next four weeks.

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