Kent Hughes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 26

Bleacher Report Grades Habs Rebuild As An A-

On Monday, well-known sports website Bleacher Report released an article grading 10 recent NHL rebuilds. They gave the Montreal Canadiens rebuild under the Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton regime a grade of A-, which tied them with the San Jose Sharks and Buffalo Sabres for the best score given.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Canadiens acquiring Nazem Kadri makes no sense

Calgary Flames forward Nazem Kadri could obviously help the Montreal Canadiens, but at what cost? Literally? Amid reports the Habs have kicked tires with the Flames regarding the centre, it begs the question, would a trade for the 35-year-old be worth it?

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 23

For Kent Hughes, expanding the habs is not a priority

The Florida Panthers’ success in the playoffs has been built on physical play, or “sandpaper” as many people like to call it. So people are thinking that, to be successful in the playoffs, Kent Hughes is going to have to make his team bigger.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 23

Kent Hughes: 'The reaction of the fans influences when we’ll call up David Reinbacher.'

At the 2023 draft, the Canadiens held the fifth overall pick. And it took the opportunity to select David Reinbacher. And with Matvei Michkov still available, it wasn’t a unanimous choice.

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NHL News / Dose.ca / January 20

'If I were Kent Hughes, Will Cuylle would be my #1 target.'

The Canadiens did not acquire Kiefer Sherwood. Instead, the rugged forward was traded to the San Jose Sharks yesterday. The Habs were interested in him because Sherwood’s style of play fits Montreal’s current needs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 18

Lane Hutson, Kent Hughes’ greatest pride four years after his hiring

Four years ago today, the Habs were at the very bottom of the NHL. On January 18, 2022, not only were the Habs trotting along at the bottom of the overall standings, but they were in search of a new identity after losing the Stanley Cup Final in five games to the Tampa Bay Lightning the season before.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 16

Here’s the slack Kent Hughes will have this summer

On the heels of the recent signing of Alexandre Texier, Kent Hughes took another step toward building his roster for the 2026-2027 season. I know, I know: Texier was a restricted free agent.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 16

Kent Hughes had no choice: Jakub Dobes had to play more

We knew it was coming, the Canadiens had to start removing players from their roster. Several injured players are on the verge of returning to action. Jacob Fowler and Owen Beck were traded to the Rocket at 10 a.m.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 15

Canadiens at the deadline: Three things to keep in mind for Kent Hughes

If Kent Hughes wants to improve his team at the trade deadline in preparation for the playoffs, he’ll have to get up early to make his move. I say this because the GM himself has said that it will be hard to make a move between now and the deadline.

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 13

'Here’s why Nazem Kadri isn’t a logical target for Kent Hughes'

The Montreal Canadiens will be bolstered by the return of injured forwards. We know that. But more and more, we’re also wondering just how aggressive Kent Hughes will be in looking for reinforcements – possibly on the wing, under the circumstances.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 10

Kent Hughes is GM of the Year so far, says Tony Marinaro

All Montreal Canadiens fans can say one thing about Kent Hughes: he’s one of the best general managers to come out of Montreal in a long time. There’s no doubt about it, and that’s rare enough in Montreal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 9

Kent Hughes must offer Alexandre Texier a new contract

Mid-November 2025: Doug Armstrong and the Blues offer Alexandre Texier to the other 31 NHL teams, and no one dares pay even a seventh-round pick for his services.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 8

The Habs want to add a tough player who can score goals (according to NHL rumors)

Kent Hughes must be a little excited right now. He sees his club winning on the ice, and he’s got everything he needs up his sleeve to improve the lineup.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 8

'Of course we’d like him to score': Kent Hughes wants to see Phillip Danault produce

Phillip Danault has played 37 games so far this season. And he has yet to find the back of the net. He has eight assists on his record – including three since being acquired by the Habs – and he’s not the same offensive player he once was in the NHL.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / January 8

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Want To Add But at What Cost?

Montreal Canadiens General Manager Kent Hughes met with the media on Tuesday and discussed several topics, including the possibility of making another move after signing Alexandre Texier and trading for center Phillip Danault.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 7

'I don’t see why the habs couldn’t win the East this year.'

Earlier today, Kent Hughes gave an update on his club’s first half of the season. And listening to the GM, it became clear that the club, at the moment, is ahead of the game in terms of management.

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 6

Sidney Crosby: Kent Hughes had some funny things to say about the Penguins in his press conference

Kent Hughes has improved his team in recent weeks. He acquired Phillip Danault from Los Angeles because there was a (significant) hole at center in Martin St-Louis’ lineup.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / January 6

'Wasn’t it 6 to 8 weeks?': Even Kent Hughes is confused when talking about Kirby Dach

On November 16, we learned that Kirby Dach would miss four to six weeks with a fractured foot. But today is January 6… and Dach still hasn’t been given the green light to return to action.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / January 3

Canadiens’ 2nd Line Will Determine Success of the Rebuild

Having an established, reliable second line could be one of the single biggest swing factors in determining the success of the 2025–26 edition of the Montreal Canadiens.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 4

Canadiens 'adore' Bruins forward, who talked trade rumors

Canadiens reportedly 'adore' Bruins forward, who recently talked trade rumors

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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

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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Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 3

Canadiens GM addresses potential Carey Price trade

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