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NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 28
Adrian Kempe extension reportedly could come in around $9 million
Eric Stephens of The Athletic: (mailbag) Anaheim Ducks defensemen Jacob Trouba and Radko Gudas are entering the final years of their contract. If the Ducks are in playoff contention, it’s unlikely that they would move either, unless either player wants to be moved.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 6
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.
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.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
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.
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.
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.
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 / Habs Fanatics / March 14
Beautiful Sight from Canadiens Practice Ahead of Must-Win Game vs. Panthers
We just had a nice surprise from the Montreal Canadiens' practice, live from Brossard. After being pulled from the lineup at the last minute before the game against the Seattle Kraken and giving us quite a scare, Joel Armia has now stepped onto the ice for the Habs' practice at the CN Sports Complex in Brossard.
Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 10
Why Canadiens must re-sign Joel Armia after NHL Trade Deadline
Joel Armia’s name was swirling in rumors ahead of the trade deadline, but he ended up staying put, as the Montreal Canadiens opted to hold onto him. General manager Kent Hughes decided to stay the course and not move on from his expiring contracts, trusting the team to make a playoff push.
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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 4
Best Joel Armia landing spots before 2025 NHL trade deadline
The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in an interesting spot heading towards the NHL trade deadline. Riding a five-game win streak, the Canadiens are seemingly back in the playoff mix.
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.
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
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.
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 / The Hockey Writers / May 31, 2024
Canadiens Keeping Armia is a Gamble
The Montreal Canadiens under general manager (GM) Kent Hughes have a desire to take another step forward in the rebuilding process. While the focus from
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