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Why It’s Time For The Habs To Put Slafkovsky On The PK

This season, Juraj Slafkovsky has really stepped up his game, despite the point totals not necessarily reflecting that so far. One area where he has shown significant improvement is his overall defensive game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 10

Juraj Slafkovsky lost his spot on the first line

At practice this morning, Martin St-Louis stirred his fruit salad among the forwards. And he led an intense practice. Juraj Slafkovsky lost his place on the first line to Zachary Bolduc.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 7

Juraj Slafkovsky: a well-deserved point in his fifth consecutive game

Juraj Slafkovsky has had his ups and downs since the start of the season. He had some good moments early in the season, but the points didn’t follow his performance, and then he quickly fell into a slump, which was roundly criticized by fans and analysts alike.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 6

Slaf: We are finally seeing the player the Canadiens drafted

Ahhhhh, the good old spring of 2022… At the age of 17, Juraj Slafkovsky had just been named MVP of the Olympic Games after scoring 7 goals in 7 games, helping Slovakia to the bronze medal.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 4

'At least he doesn’t cry': Jakub Dobes teased by Juraj Slafkovsky

Last night, the Canadiens had to play hard. After two bad outings in a row, it felt good to see the club come out strong against Winnipeg. The club has been on a tear at home since the start of the season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 30

Are the Habs Better Off With Slafkovsky Playing With Demidov and Kapanen?

On Thursday night, Marc Dumont of Montreal Hockey Now went on the Sick Podcast to discuss the negative impact that moving Juraj Slafkovsky down to a line with Oliver Kapanen and Ivan Demidov has had on the Canadiens’ top 6.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 28

Advanced stats: The 1st line was (much) more effective with Juraj Slafkovsky

Over the past few games, we’ve seen Juraj Slafkovsky play on the Canadiens’ second line with Oliver Kapanen and Ivan Demidov. And frankly, I don’t dislike Slaf’s performance.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 13

Juraj Slafkovsky is much better than Tage Thompson at the same age

According to Marco d’Amico’s reports yesterday morning, the Canadiens have called the Sabres to acquire the services of Tage Thompson. Well, it’s going to be expensive, but no one would say no to acquiring the big right-hander.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 12

Juraj Slafkovsky: his punishment goes no further

You can tell me that you don’t see it the way I do, but the fact that Ivan Demidov took a few reps on the first line last night is a punishment for Juraj Slafkovsky.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 9

Canadiens’ Slafkovsky Unjustifiably Remains in the Shadow of Other No. 1 Overall Picks

Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky is on pace for 49 points. That shouldn’t be considered a disappointing season, especially as the six goals he currently has put him on pace for a new career-high 32.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky Sends Clear Message About Season Expectations

Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky entered training camp with a message of urgency from his coach, but it took him mere hours to come back with a direct response to the criticism that his seasons tend to start slowly, mostly throughout the month of October.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 16

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Juraj Slafkovsky

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 / The Hockey Writers / June 17

Canadiens’ Slafkovsky Set to Defend Olympics MVP Title with Slovakia

Say you were to hypothetically forget Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky won the tournament MVP title at the 2022 Winters Olympics. Slafkovsky making Slovakia’s preliminary roster for the 2026 edition of the event would still be absolutely no surprise.

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Canadiens Star Juraj Slafkovsky Calls Out Journalist in Post-Season Press Conference

Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky fired a shot at media members during his interview on locker room clean out day at Bell Centre following their postseason loss to the Capitals.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / April 24

Canadiens' Juraj Slafkovsky Fights Tears in Post-Game Interview After Going Down 2-0 to the Capitals

The Montreal Canadiens are officially on the ropes against the Capitals, and forward Juraj Slafkovsky was in a somber mood following his team's Game 3 loss.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / March 22

Juraj Slafkovsky Promises Major Hairstyle Change if Canadiens Make the Playoffs

The young Montreal Canadiens forward, Juraj Slafkovsky, made a little pact with Anthony Martineau of TVA Sports a few months ago. When the journalist showed

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 26

Habs Highlights: Juraj Slafkovsky Leads The Charge In Big Win

The Montreal Canadiens hosted the Carolina Hurricanes at the Bell Centre, looking to build on the momentum they created during their dominant win against the Ottawa Senators.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 22

Habs Highlights: Juraj Slafkovsky Comes Out Swinging (Literally)

The Montreal Canadiens were in Ottawa on Tuesday, facing a hungry Senators team at the Canadian Tire Centre. It was the first game back since the 4 Nations Faceoff tournament, with both teams looking to create a little momentum out of the gate.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / January 18

Picture of Juraj Slafkovsky and His Beautiful Girlfriend Surfaces Online and Goes Viral

It's always great news when players from the Montreal Canadiens truly settle in Quebec and build a life here. That seems to increasingly be the case for young forward Juraj Slafkovsky, who appears to have found love.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / January 13

Montreal Canadiens Mythbusters: Juraj Slafkovsky Edition

There’s no avoiding the heightened level of interest, and consequently, the criticism that comes with playing for the Montreal Canadiens. It’s particularly evident for a player such Juraj Slafkovsky, the first overall pick at the 2022 NHL Entry Draft.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / December 21

Juraj Slafkovsky shows off his stunning new luxury car with exclusive photos

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Slafkovsky Smartly Steers Tough Question About Canadiens Fans

During a recent press conference, an intriguing and somewhat provocative question was posed to Montreal Canadiens’ young star, Juraj Slafkovsky: Would you spend hundreds of dollars to watch your team play right now?

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / November 20, 2024

The Biggest Issue Holding Back Juraj Slafkovsky’s Goal Production

When Juraj Slafkovsky finished the 2023-24 season by scoring his 20th goal of the year, the overall feeling from Montreal Canadiens fans was that the first overall pick from the 2022 NHL Entry Draft had taken a big step forward in a crucial aspect of being an impact forward.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / October 24, 2024

Insider Provides Update on Juraj Slafkovsky's Health Condition, and It Has Worsened

The announcement came at the start of the week. The club's decision is aimed at allowing him to recover rather than risk worsening the situation by playing more games.