Kirby Dach: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

'When Kirby Dach comes back, I’d like to see Juraj Slafkovský as the second center.'

The need for a second center has been the focus of attention in Montreal for months. There’s been a lot of talk about different options via trade… but the reality is that nobody wants to trade their center.

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Canadiens promote Jacob Fowler, Owen Beck, Adam Engstrom

The Canadiens have recalled goaltender Jacob Fowler, center Owen Beck, and defenseman Adam Engstrom from AHL Laval, according to a team announcement late last night.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 9

Kirby Dach skated at the Bell Centre this morning (and the Habs denied media access)

Kirby Dach hasn’t played since November 15. He injured his ankle against the Bruins, and nearly a month ago, the Canadiens announced that the forward would miss four to six weeks.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 9

2026 Draft: Geoff Molson would like it to take place in Montreal

In 2022, the NHL amateur draft was held in Montreal. That’s when the Habs selected Juraj Slafkovský at #1 before stealing the show with the trades of Alexander Romanov and Kirby Dach.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 2

Kirby Dach started skating again

Good news in Montreal. Forward Kirby Dach has started skating again. He did so this morning for about 15 minutes before regular practice. He was not with his teammates.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 20

Kirby Dach: André Roy can’t do it anymore (and he didn’t beat around the bush to say so)

Kirby Dach is sidelined (again). The Canadiens’ forward was injured last week while blocking a shot, and the Habs announced that he would miss four of the next six weeks with a fractured foot.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 18

Here’s what could have protected Kirby Dach from injury

During Saturday night’s game against the Boston Bruins, Kirby Dach sacrificed himself for his club. He blocked a shot in the second period, and it seemed to hurt.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 17

The Player That Benefits Most From The Recent Injuries

The last 4-5 days have been a nightmare when it comes to injuries to the Habs’ scoring depth in the middle of the lineup; however, for one player, it is his chance to turn his season back around.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 17

Flames’ interest in Kirby Dach: clues not to be overlooked

Did the Calgary Flames have any interest in Kirby Dach before he was injured in the last few days? Let’s say the question arises, given the circumstances.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 17

NHL Rumors: Thompson Pushback, Dach Down, Leafs Roster Trade

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Buffalo Sabres are pushing back hard on any suggestion of trading their star center, the Montreal Canadiens may be forced

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / November 16

Canadiens HC has work to do after recent bad news

Canadiens HC Martin St. Louis has work to do after recent bad news

Bad luck continues to stalk the Montreal Canadiens. After starting the season very well, they continue to accumulate losses and injuries.

Canadiens F Kirby Dach (foot) out four to six weeks

Canadiens center Alex Newhook suffers fractured ankle

Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving needs to rethink his team-building philosophy

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 16

Here is the preliminary timetable for all Habs injuries

The Canadiens are in the doldrums. The Habs have lost two key forwards, Alex Newhook and Kirby Dach, in the last two games, and could be in for a rough ride over the next few weeks.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

Another Montreal Canadien Injury Timeline Update and It’s Another Forward

The Montreal Canadiens have hit what seems like a never-ending run. Really it has been beyond this season, in any case those dastardly injuries have reared their ugly head once again.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / November 16

Canadiens F Kirby Dach (foot) out 4-6 weeks

Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach will miss four-to-six weeks due to a fractured foot, the team announced on Sunday. Dach sustained the injury during Montreal's 3-2 loss to the Boston Bruins on Saturday.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 16

$Canadiens’ Kirby Dach out 4-6 weeks with fractured foot$

Canadiens’ Kirby Dach out 4-6 weeks with fractured foot

More tough news for a former prospect. On Sunday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that forward Kirby Dach will be out for four 4 to 6 weeks with a fractured foot.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / November 16

Canadiens Center Situation Worsens Following Dach Injury Update

The Montreal Canadiens were looking for a second-line center already. But, following news that forward Kirby Dach (fractured foot) will be out for 4 to 6 weeks, acquiring another pivot just became priority number one.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 11

Kirby Dach: 'We’re a family here'

In Montreal, Kirby Dach is the embodiment of perseverance. After two major injuries in three years, the 24-year-old forward is back not only on the ice, but also smiling.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Canadiens’ Handling of Dach Will Define the Rebuild

It’s early in the 2025-26 season, but the Montreal Canadiens are sitting near the top of the Atlantic Division and the top five of the NHL in the standings.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Kirby Dach returns to Canadiens lineup after three-game absence

The Montreal Canadiens have announced that center Kirby Dach will return to the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Edmonton Oilers. Dach had missed the last three games due to an upper-body injury.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 13

Canadiens Still Come Out Ahead Following Dach Trade

With Chicago Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar’s emergence, it’s natural for Montreal Canadiens fans to suffer buyer’s remorse regarding Kirby Dach, especially with the two teams having just faced each other (albeit over three years after the Habs used the former’s draft rights to acquire Dach).

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Canadiens' Kirby Dach Sends Blunt Message to Senators Player After Aggressive Clash

The Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators left Quebec City with more bruises than hockey highlights after Tuesday’s preseason contest turned into a brawl-filled 5–0 Canadiens victory.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Canadiens Expect Kirby Dach To Be Ready For Start Of Season

The Canadiens are banking on having center Kirby Dach available for their opening night lineup after he underwent surgery on his right knee in February, EVP of hockey operations Jeff Gorton told Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 25

Canadiens’ Kirby Dach nearing recovery from knee surgery

Canadiens center Kirby Dach practiced in full gear during an informal skate today as he skates off the rust following yet another extensive knee surgery back in February, per Marc-Olivier Cook of Dans Les Coulisses.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 6

Canadiens Insider Squashes Dach Injury Rumors & Rehab Concerns

As the 2025-26 NHL season approaches, uncertainty continues to swirl around Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach. While there was initial optimism that the 23-year-old would be ready for training camp following knee surgery last season, a recent report from Dans Les Coulisses suggested otherwise — sparking concern among fans.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / August 5

Status of Canadiens’ Kirby Dach Explains Trade Talk

Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach may not be ready for the start of the 2025-26 season, according to a report by Maxime Truman of Dans Les Coulisses.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 28

Canadiens Analysis: Impact Of Long-Term Kirby Dach Injury

In yet another frustrating setback for the 24-year-old forward, the Montreal Canadiens have announced Kirby Dach underwent surgery to repair his right knee.