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Martin St-Louis and Kent Hughes look back on Jeff Gorton’s 'meltdown'

The scene had caused a stir. In La Reconstruction, viewers saw Jeff Gorton lose his patience in the coaches' office after a Canadiens game. Let's just say the president of hockey operations wasn't exactly eager to hide his displeasure.

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Canadiens president Jeff Gorton: Chris Kreider called us, not the other way around

According to Montreal Canadiens’ president Jeff Gorton, Chris Kreider called them, not the other way around. Gorton spoke with reporters Monday during the team’s annual golf tournament, and explained the process around how the team was able to sign Kreider to a one-year contract over the weekend.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 9

Jeff Gorton: 'Here’s why we’ll never trade Josh Anderson'

I don’t know if you’re watching the series “The Rebuild” on Crave. If so, you may have noticed that Jeff Gorton is taking center stage. And I don't mean that in a negative way—after all, he is still the club's president of hockey operations.

NHL 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.

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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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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 20

According to fans, the Canadiens don’t have the best front office in the league

The Canadiens are in a position to build something really great right now. Will this lead to a celebration of the franchise's 25th Stanley Cup in the coming years?

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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.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 25

Jeff Gorton says there’s a 'good chance' the Canadiens will have the 28th pick in tomorrow’s draft

The first round of the 2026 National League draft will take place tomorrow. And just for your information, the Canadiens currently hold the 28th overall pick in the draft.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 20

3 Forwards the Canadiens Could Target in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

The Montreal Canadiens have done an excellent job building their prospect pool over the last few years. With young stars already in place at the NHL level

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 8

Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton were not at the combine

The offseason is well and truly underway for the Canadiens. Club executives will have several decisions to make in the coming weeks. In particular, several players will be looking for new contracts, and the free-agent market will need to be prepared for.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 2

Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton’s 12 Offseason Tasks

While the Hurricanes and the Golden Knights are gearing up for the Stanley Cup Final, the Montreal Canadiens are wrapping up their season. Naturally, Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton will have their work cut out for them this summer.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / June 1

Canadiens 'Contacting Teams', Reveal the Trade They Won’t Make

“I’ve started to make the rounds in terms of contacting teams.” Montreal Canadiens GM Kent Hughes and President Jeff Gorton spoke with the media on Monday to talk about their playoff run and what comes next for the team.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 1

When Jeff Gorton wants to show off his French at Tim Hortons

Jeff Gorton probably isn’t focusing on his French classes right now. He has to devote 100% of his energy to the Habs, who are in a tight battle with the Lightning in the first round.

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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 / April 28

The Canadiens’ first line is getting outshot: nothing changes

Last year, the Canadiens struggled in the playoffs because they were getting hit too hard. We know that this had paralyzed the talented players, which opened the door for the Capitals to win the series.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / February 5

Jeff Gorton: 'We’re more comfortable than you think with our goalies.'

When an NHL executive gives an interview, his goal (one of his goals, at least) is to avoid creating controversy. Jeff Gorton, who has seen it all in the NHL, knows how to achieve this.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / January 28

Canadiens Have Faith in Their Goalis, But Something Had to Change

The Montreal Canadiens made a move this week that might have raised a few eyebrows: firing goalie coach Eric Raymond. The official line? The organization wanted a ‘fresh voice’ for all its goalies.

Montreal Canadiens News / Professor Press Box / January 29

Canadiens Have Faith in Their Goalies, But Something Had to Change

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 28

Éric Raymond fired: Martin St-Louis didn’t want to answer the first question

Jeff Gorton spoke to the media a few minutes ago Basically, the club president explained that he wanted a new voice for his goalies, whom he still believed in.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 28

Jeff Gorton: Marco Marciano was in demand across the league

Jeff Gorton spoke to the media at noon today. Obviously, Eric Raymond was at the center of the discussion. In his view, Raymond did some great things, but a change was needed.

Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / October 14

Habs extend GM Kent Hughes, exec Jeff Gorton

The Montreal Canadiens announced multi-year contract extensions Tuesday for general manager Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton, who was promoted to president of hockey operations.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Canadiens extend GM Kent Hughes, executive VP of hockey ops Jeff Gorton

The Montreal Canadiens signed GM Kent Hughes and Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations Jeff Gorton to multi-year contract extensions, the team announced Tuesday in a press release.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 14

Canadiens nearing contract extensions for front office cornerstones

The Canadiens are closing in on contract extensions for front office cornerstones Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15, 2025

Canadiens discussing extension for key front-office members

The Montreal Canadiens are working on contract extensions for general manager Kent Hughes and executive vice president Jeff Gorton.

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Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Zachary Bolduc

The offseason leading into the 2025-26 season continues, and with the major events such as the NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear on as NHL management groups take a bit of a breather before the training camps begin.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / July 14, 2025

Montreal Canadiens VP Jeff Gorton Comments on Top Defenseman Amid Trade Rumours

The Montreal Canadiens made waves acquiring Noah Dobson from the Islanders, joining Calder winner Lane Hutson on the blueline, reducing Mike Matheson's role.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13, 2025

What’s Next for Canadiens? VP Suggests More Moves Coming

After a busy stretch that brought in defenseman Noah Dobson and forward Zachary Bolduc, Montreal Canadiens executive Vice President Jeff Gorton isn’t ruling out more activity this summer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Full Press Hockey / May 7, 2025

Montreal Canadiens Sticking to the Plan Under Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes

The Montreal Canadiens took the next step in their rebuilding plan by playing meaningful games at the end of the season in March and April. As documented by Full Press Hockey, the Canadiens made it their goal to be in that position and potentially make the playoffs.