Jake Evans: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 5

Why Canadiens Center Chose Montreal Over Money

Jake Evans welcomed twins this offseason, but well before he was ready to officially become a dad, he signed a deal with the Montreal Canadiens that ensured he would be with the team through the 2028-29 season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 26

Jake Evans’ father-in-law has over 500 NHL points

Not only did the Canadiens’ center get married, but he also signed a four-year contract to stay in Montreal, helped the club get back to the playoffs… and became a father.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / August 14

Demidov and Evans Shine in LSHL Action

On Tuesday night, a couple of Montreal Canadiens players played in Zach Fucale’s LSHL 3-on-3 summer pickup league. Both Ivan Demidov and Jake Evans stood

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Montreal Canadiens News / Blade of Steel / April 27

Canadiens Fans Furious at Referees After Alex Ovechkin Makes Dirty Hit on Jake Evans

Fans of the Montreal Canadiens are furious tonight after Alex Ovechkin got away with a dirty hit on Jake Evans with just a minor penalty. The Montreal Canadiens are fighting for their lives tonight as they host the Washington Capitals in goal.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / March 14

Canadiens GM To Be Active Again at the NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens were a team that many had their eyes on during the NHL Trade Deadline back on March 7th. The expectations were that they could be

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Montreal Canadiens Face Decision With Veteran Forward

The Montreal Canadiens locked in Jake Evans, one of their free agents, last week. They inked the forward to a four-year, 2.8 million dollar deal which is a bargain.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 8

Canadiens Justifiably Stand Pat at Trade Deadline After Re-Signing Evans

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes made his big move days before the 2025 trade deadline, and it obviously wasn’t even a trade. It’s questionable it was even “big” to be honest.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / March 4

Canadiens Sign Jake Evans to a 4-Year Extention

The Montreal Canadiens announced that they have come to terms on a contract extension for Jake Evans. His new four-year deal will pay him an average of

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / March 4

Canadiens Analysis: Impact Of Jake Evans Contract Extension

There was a fairly surprising announcement on Tuesday afternoon, as the Montreal Canadiens and Jake Evans agreed to a four-year contract extension. The deal runs until 2028-29, and carries a $2.85 million annual average value (AAV).

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / March 4

Canadiens sign Jake Evans to four-year contract extension

One of the more interesting trade chips in the NHL is off the market. The Montreal Canadiens have signed forward Jake Evans to a four-year contract with an annual average value of $2.85 million.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / March 3

Canadiens set massive asking price for Maple Leafs trade target

If the Toronto Maple Leafs want to acquire Jake Evans from the Montreal Canadiens, they'll need to pay a big price as their long-time rivals aren't budging for less.

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / March 2

4 Teams Linked: Trade Interest Rising for Canadiens’ Jake Evans

According to TSN hockey insider Pierre LeBrun, there is a ton of trade interest in Montreal Canadiens’ forward Jake Evans. Already expected to a popular player among contenders, it was reported the price would be high as the Canadiens didn’t necessarily want to move him.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / February 25

Insider leaks Canadiens' asking price for Leafs target Jake Evans

Insider leaks Canadiens' asking price for Maple Leafs trade target Jake Evans

It's not the flashiest trade that Brad Treliving can make, but it's certainly one of the more cost-effective deals on the market.

Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube hints at star player's imminent return

NHL insider Frank Seravalli calls out Vancouver Canucks' Elias Pettersson

NHL expansion team reportedly could be announced within a year, with two cities prioritized

Insider: NHL would block Avalanche to re-acquire former star in trade

Brendan Gallagher takes leave for personal reasons, per Canadiens' statement

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / February 26

Canadiens have set asking price in Jake Evans trade

The Habs expect that at his price point and production level, Evans will be attractive to contenders who don’t have a lot of cap space.

Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube hints at star player's imminent return

NHL insider Frank Seravalli calls out Vancouver Canucks' Elias Pettersson

NHL expansion team reportedly could be announced within a year, with two cities prioritized

Insider: NHL would block Avalanche to re-acquire former star in trade

Brendan Gallagher takes leave for personal reasons, per Canadiens' statement

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 9

Canadiens trending toward trading Jake Evans amid slump?

Due to a 1-6-1 record through their last eight contests, TSN’s Pierre LeBrun believes the Canadiens have repivoted toward trading Jake Evans at this year’s trade deadline.

Lightning power past Canadiens for fourth straight win

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Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / February 9

Talks Between Canadiens and Jake Evans Crumble, Trade Coming

Talks between the Montreal Canadiens and Jake Evans are not going well, and a trade could be imminent. According to one insider, the two sides are far apart in terms of what an extension looks like, and the forward is likely to be dealt as a result.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Canadiens’ Jake Evans could be missing piece for a Cup contender’s bottom six

We’re just over five weeks from the NHL’s March 7 trade deadline and we’ve got you covered at Daily Faceoff with at least one trade-focused story every day until Deadline Day.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / January 23

Jake Evans Finally Reveals His Contract Demands, and the Details Are Surprising

We have some new information regarding the much-talked-about contract situation of Montreal Canadiens forward Jake Evans. I believe everyone agrees on keeping Evans with the Canadiens, but of course, it all depends on the price.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / January 21

Potential Montreal-New Jersey Trade Involving Jake Evans Hinges on a Key Condition

Jake Evans' name continues to circulate on the trade market, and Pierre LeBrun has just announced an important development. Given the season Jake Evans is having in 2024-2025, it is indeed expected that several teams will show interest in the 28-year-old center, who will become an unrestricted free agent next summer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / January 9

Jake Evans Trade & Contract Talk: Finding Comparable Contracts

Montreal Canadiens forward Jake Evans is in an excellent position from a career standpoint. Not only is he a versatile, hard-working centre, he’s also in the midst of his most productive season, quite the blessing for an impending free agent.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / January 9

Canadiens Give Bad News to Jake Evans, Devils Talking Trade

As per TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, after the Montreal Canadiens have told Jake Evans he’ll need to be flexible in terms of his ask if he wants to stay with the team beyond this season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9

Insider doesn't think that Habs' Evans can be traded for first-rounder

Insider doesn't think that Canadiens' Jake Evans can be traded for first-round pick

The Jake Evans file is quite exciting right now. Is “exciting” the right term? To some extent, yes. Obviously, there are questions about whether the Canadiens will be able to retain his services in the long term.

Rising Canadiens continue challenging stretch at Capitals

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Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / January 6