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Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / July 28

Montreal Canadiens Finally Extend Defenseman on Unique Contract

The Montreal Canadiens have extended defenseman Jayden Struble on a two-year deal. The AAV is rather unique, exemplifying GM Kent Hughes' priorities. Struble, 23, has appeared in 112 NHL games for the Canadiens, and is now set to appear in many more, signing a two-year extension at an annual average value of $1.4125 million.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 20

The Canadiens have resumed their three salary withholding periods

Last season, the Canadiens paid part of the salary of Jake Allen and Jeff Petry. Kent Hughes traded these two guys to make room on his payroll – but he was forced to withhold money from both guys’ respective contracts to facilitate a trade.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 16

Jeff Gorton, Kent Hughes and Patrick Chèvrefils (humorously) unveil the Habs calendar

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Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / July 16

Montreal Canadiens Round Out Roster with Depth Free Agent Forward

The Montreal Canadiens and general manager Kent Hughes are making a little splash in the 2025 NHL free agency pool today. The news is that they are adding a depth, scorer-type forward to the roster.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 10

The Canadiens (already) have 10 picks for the 2026 draft

In recent years, the Canadiens have drafted many prospects. That’s what rebuilding is all about. But even though it’s probably done going after high draft picks (the club isn’t really in a position to trade the Sean Monahans or Ben Chiarots of this world anymore), the club still has plenty of picks for the future.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 8

'When I watch Ivan Demidov play, I see a central player'

Ahhh, the famous second center. If you look at the Habs’ current lineup, you’ll see that the big question mark is at the center line, but especially at the center of the second line.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 8

The Canadiens are certainly among the summer’s winners so far

When the Canadiens’ season came to an end after the series against the Washington Capitals, there were questions to be asked. Most notably, we wondered what Kent Hughes’ summer would look like, and there were several options on the table.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 7

Summer 2025: Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton’s next projects

A GM like Kent Hughes is always on the move. It’s not me saying it, it’s Elliotte Friedman. Even though the Canadiens have had a good off-season so far and the summer rush is over, there are still projects on the table for Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Canadiens’ Summer Work Might Already Be Done

It’s been a busy summer for the Montreal Canadiens. Following a surprising 2024–25 season that saw the team clinch a playoff berth ahead of schedule, general manager Kent Hughes wasted no time getting to work in the offseason.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 6

Kent Hughes: Elliotte Friedman says there isn’t a more aggressive GM

As soon as the Montreal Canadiens’ season came to an end, everyone’s primary goal for the off-season was to get their hands on a second center. It was pretty clear that this was the mandate Kent Hughes would have between now and the start of the next campaign.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 4

Grading the Montreal Canadiens’ Offseason Moves

After a surprising season that saw the Montreal Canadiens return to the playoffs ahead of schedule, general manager Kent Hughes was suddenly at the center of a pivotal offseason.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / July 3

Deciphering Canadiens' Second Power Play Unit

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes set out with a clear offseason plan: add as much talent as possible. Up to this point, he has been successful, though the elusive second-line center remains in hiding.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Canadiens Avoid Weak Free Agent Class to Fill Needs

The Montreal Canadiens have been making headlines this offseason. The club surprised almost everyone by making the playoffs last season, barely three seasons into their rebuild.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Alexander Zharovsky: the Canadiens have told him they’re counting on him

Kent Hughes has done a lot of work in recent days to improve his team. He had to give up prospects like Emil Heineman and Logan Mailloux to do so, but other players have taken their place.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 1

Ivan Demidov and Zachary Bolduc in the middle: anything is possible, says Kent Hughes

The Canadiens are not expected to add their second center forward today. In his press conference, Kent Hughes said he was prioritizing trades on the free agent market.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Canadiens sign Sammy Blais to one-year contract

A Stanley Cup champion is staying north of the border. On Tuesday, Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced the team has signed forward Sammy Blais.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / July 1

Canadiens' Prospect Psyched to Play With Friend

Very seldom does a team select a player 34th overall that was their 16th ranked (2025) prospect on their draft list, but that is exactly what the Montreal Canadiens have done.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / June 23

Canadiens 2025 Draft Week: What Are GM Kent Hughes’ Plans?

The Montreal Canadiens surprised nearly everyone in hockey by making the playoffs this season, barely three seasons into their rebuild. Setting goals will be necessary for them to take another step forward.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 11

Canadiens GM Kent Hughes Opted for Busy Draft Week Over Active Trade Deadline

The Montreal Canadiens’ season ended after they lost to the Washington Capitals in the first round of the playoffs in only five games. Which sounds upsetting, except it wasn’t.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 5

Canadiens Notes: Hutson, Laine, Free Agents, Dach

Lane Hutson put up historic numbers in his rookie season, and the Canadiens will look to capitalize on that by discussing a long-term extension as he enters the final season of his entry-level contract, general manager Kent Hughes said today (writes Marco D’Amico of RG).

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / March 19

Canadiens’ Kent Hughes: ‘When we’re playing our game, we can play with anybody’

It wasn’t that long ago that the Montreal Canadiens were in the running for the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. Now? They’re sitting in a playoff wild-card spot with time ticking down.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / March 14