Joel Armia: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark this offseason

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason

There is still time for these teams to change their offseason, and one big trade can still impact things, but through the first week, these teams have dropped the ball. So far.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

The departures of Dvorak and Armia will transform the Habs’ last two trios

Today, the Canadiens lost two important players. And here, you’ll understand that I’m talking about Christian Dvorak and Joel Armia. Both veterans played on the Habs’ bottom-6… and ultimately, their respective departures mean that there will be changes in Martin St-Louis’ line-up next season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Joel Armia would have liked to stay in Montreal if the Habs had matched the Kings’ offer

Joel Armia is no longer with the Canadiens. The veteran will continue his career in Los Angeles after signing a two-year contract ($2.5 million per year) with the Kings.

NHL News / Dose.ca / July 1

Joel Armia and Corey Perry move to Los Angeles

I don’t know who will win the Stanley Cup in 2026, but I do know who will lose it. The Los Angeles Kings, the Ducks’ rivals, have acquired the services of Corey Perry.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 1

Are the Detroit Red Wings interested in NY Rangers' K'Andre Miller?

Vince Z. Mercogliano: New York Rangers defenseman K’Andre Miller’s availability is well known. Believe the Rangers would like an NHL player in the return package.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 26

Several Canadiens players to leave the organization by Tuesday

Only three players will be eligible for full autonomy on Tuesday.

Canadiens need to add another top-six forward this offseason

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 12

If Joel Armia really did sign for two years and $2.5 M per year, the Habs must take advantage of it

Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton have their work cut out for them this summer. Not only is there the draft, the crying need for a #2 center and the need to replace David Savard, there will also be a possible congestion in the attack at the next practice camp.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 2

Joel Armia in talks to sign a new contract with the Canadiens

Joel Armia isn’t afraid to say it: he wants to stay in Montreal. The Habs made the decision not to trade him as a rental and to keep him for the playoff race.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 20

Training: Joel Armia made some appearances on the 2nd A.N

The Montreal Canadiens were training one last time in Brossard this morning before flying to Washington for games #1 and #2, both tomorrow and Wednesday at 7pm.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 14

Ivan Demidov practices with Alex Newhook and Joel Armia

It’s D-Day. After taking his first strides on Quebec soil yesterday, Ivan Demidov was present at the Habs’ practice in Montreal, ahead of tonight’s game against the Blackhawks.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 26

The 4th line is no longer contributing offensively: Evans, Heineman and Armia need to step up

Since the 4 Nations break, the first trio has been doing well. Nick Suzuki (21 points), Cole Caufield (13 points), and Juraj Slafkovsky (13 points) are helping the Habs offensively.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / March 21

Trading Joel Armia: Kent Hughes claims 'not to have come close'

On the heels of the trade deadline, Kent Hughes extended Jake Evans’ contract, which had the effect of taking him out of the trade market. Without that, he was surely on his way out.

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 / Habs Fanatics / March 13

Renaud Lavoie Reveals the Real Reason Behind Joel Armia's Unexpected Absence Following Laine's Return

Last night, the Canadiens made a surprising announcement involving forward Joel Armia. We absolutely did not see it coming, but while announcing the return of Patrik Laine to the lineup, the Habs also announced the unexpected departure of Armia.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / March 11

Was Standing Pat the Right Move for the Habs?

The Montreal Canadiens left the trade deadline with the same roster they had when they finished their game against the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

Canadiens unlikely to move both Joel Armia, David Savard

The Canadiens are receiving high interest in pending UFAs Joel Armia and David Savard. With a playoff spot still in reach, though, they’re not likely to sell both players off before this afternoon’s deadline, Pierre LeBrun of TSN and The Athletic writes.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 28

Canadiens Trade Talk: Potential NHL Returns For Evans And Armia

The NHL Trade Deadline is less than a week away, resulting in an uptick in interest for at least one Montreal Canadiens player. As we previously discussed, general manager Kent Hughes may have an opportunity to package Jake Evans and Joel Armia, offering an ideal trade solution for playoff teams worried about their penalty kill.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / February 26

Montreal Canadien Joel Armia’s Trade Value Ahead of the 2025 Deadline

Montreal Canadiens general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has a very difficult balancing act lying ahead of him in the final few games before the March 7 NHL Trade Deadline.

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.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / February 17

Massive Announcement: Joel Armia Gets Positive News Ahead of Clash vs. Team Canada

We have an interesting announcement involving Montreal Canadiens forward Joel Armia. Few people would have predicted such a scenario, but Finland has just announced that Armia will be back in the lineup today and that the excellent Teuvo Teravainen will be the one to sit out.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 5

Joel Armia scores late as Canadiens beat Sharks to end winless streak

Joel Armia's short-handed goal late in the third period gave the Montreal Canadiens a 4-3 road win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday. With the Sharks on a power play at 15:56 of the third period, Armia and Jake Evans broke out in the other direction with a two-on-one rush.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 17

Canadiens’ Armia Scores 100th Career Goal

Montreal Canadiens forward Joel Armia sealed a 3-1 road victory over the Dallas Stars on Thursday with his 100th career goal into an empty net. The Finnish forward, who was selected to his nation’s team at the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament, now has eight goals and 20 points through 44 games and is on pace for a career season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / January 4

What the Canadiens could get on trade market for Joel Armia

We've just learned what the Canadiens could receive on the trade market for Joel Armia

In addition to being versatile and effective across 200 feet, Armia has 18 points in 37 games despite limited ice time.

Insider Elliotte Friedman shares a sad revelation about Canadiens forward Patrik Laine

Hughes and the Canadiens put four players on the trade market, including a fan favorite

John Tavares slowly becoming a problem for Brad Treliving and the Toronto Maple Leafs

Trade completed between the Canadiens and Flames is turning out to be a home run

Vancouver Canucks star J.T. Miller reportedly willing to accept a trade to just one team

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / November 15

Joel Armia Reportedly Offered to Canadiens Rival in a Multi-Player Trade, Per Marinaro

It's no secret that Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton have been active on the trade market recently, and here's another intriguing tidbit. During a recent interview on the excellent Tony Marinaro podcast, the well-known Pierre McGuire shared some fascinating news.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / June 28, 2021