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The Canadiens Yzerplante the Red Wings

Last night, the Canadiens played really well against the Red Wings, and Martin St-Louis’ team really dominated. The final score of 5-1 is more representative of the way the game was played than the 5-2 scoreline in Toronto the day before.In both cases, the Habs deserved the W.

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St-Louis comes to Dobson’s defense: 'He played his best game since he’s been here'

So, did you like Noah Dobson’s game last night? Some will say yes, others will say no. His (very slack) defensive effort at an important moment prompted some to say he didn’t give enough for the team.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / October 7

Martin St. Louis’ Expectations for The Habs This Season

On Tuesday afternoon, Montreal Canadiens Head Coach Martin St. Louis held a press conference to discuss his thoughts on the team heading into the regular season.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 5

Martin St-Louis prefers to go with 13 forwards: Samuel Blais to be waived

Now that the preparatory schedule is finally over, the various NHL teams will be making their final cuts and adjustments in preparation for the regular season.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

NHL News / Dose.ca / October 4

Senators: Martin St-Louis hopes for a clean match, but is 'ready for anything'

Tonight, the Canadiens play the last game of their pre-season schedule against the Ottawa Senators. We’re talking about a duel that’s got everyone talking… because the two clubs got into it pretty bad on Tuesday night.The question, then, is what to expect tonight.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / October 2

Canadiens' Martin St. Louis Unhappy With Senators Pest

The Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators have developed a heated rivalry over recent years, from Arber Xhekaj breaking into the NHL and fighting every Senators enforcer in his path, to the heated confrontations between Xhekaj and Brady Tkachuk.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 27

Juraj Slafkovský has (really) matured, says Martin St-Louis

At just 21 years of age, Juraj Slafkovsky is about to embark on his fourth season with the Canadiens, as well as the first year of an eight-year, $7.6 million-a-year contract.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / September 26

Canadiens Coach Sounds Off After Poor Play Against Maple Leafs

The Montreal Canadiens suffered a 7–2 blowout loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs in preseason, prompting sharp criticism from head coach Martin St. Louis.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 21

Arber Xhekaj on Martin St-Louis: 'He treats me as if I were his own son'

The relationship between Arber Xhekaj and Martin St-Louis is puzzling many fans. One wonders if the head coach really likes Xhekaj, since he has visited the press gallery on a few occasions.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Canadiens Head Coach Calls Out Former No. 1 Pick Before NHL Season

The Montreal Canadiens entered camp with expectations higher than at any point in recent memory, and head coach Martin St. Louis wasted no time setting the tone.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 20

Juraj Slafkovský: his attitude and involvement in the camp are criticized

Juraj Slafkovský is off to a flying start with the Canadiens this year. The Slovak, who is entering the first year of his eight-year contract, needs to

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 17

St. Louis Confirms Dach Is Ready To Go For Camp

For the start of the Montreal Canadiens Training Camp, Head Coach Martin St. Louis held a press conference to speak to the media at 11:00 am ET today. One topic that has gotten a lot of attention lately is whether or not centre Kirby Dach is healthy enough to start camp.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 17

Martin St-Louis expects to see the best version of Patrik Laine this season

When he arrived in Montreal last year, Patrik Laine wasn’t at the top of his game: he hadn’t played in a while, he was recovering from surgery… and he’d had to miss games due to his mental health.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 16

Montreal Canadiens Announce 60 Players to Attend Training Camp

On Tuesday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that there will be 60 players who will attend Training Camp, which starts on Wednesday with medical and physical testing.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 15

Martin St-Louis is clear: he loves Arber Xhekaj

Arber Xhekaj still has a lot to learn in the NHL if he is to establish himself as a regular defenseman with the Montreal Canadiens. He has strengths and he knows how to use them, but it’s not all about physical play.

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Zachary Bolduc

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 3

Lightning Legend Martin St. Louis’ Impact on Hockey in Tampa

Just over one quarter-century ago, the Tampa Bay Lightning gave an undersized and undrafted 25-year-old forward a chance. It would end up changing their franchise forever.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 3

Canadiens St. Louis a Deserving Jack Adams Finalist… Not Winner

There were many worthwhile Jack Adams Award candidates in 2024-25. So, it speaks to Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis’ legitimacy as a fourth-year bench boss that he earned one of the final three finalist spots, alongside Scott Arniel (Winnipeg Jets) and Spencer Carbery (Washington Capitals).

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 2

Canadiens Head Coach Martin St. Louis Named Jack Adam Finalist

After leading the Montreal Canadiens to a largely unexpected playoff berth, head coach Martin St. Louis finds himself in the running for the Jack Adams Award as one of three finalists.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / April 29

Martin St. Louis Loses it at Canadiens Practice Ahead of Possible Elimination in Game 5

The Montreal Canadiens are on the verge of elimination, and after some tough losses, the team are hearing it from Martin St. Louis at practice. After a

NHL News / House of Hockey / April 16

Canadiens miss out on playoff-clinching win on referee call

Montreal Canadiens miss out on playoff-clinching win due to controversial referee ruling

The Montreal Canadiens were robbed of a playoff-clinching win last night due to the referees seemingly breaking the NHL rule book. For the first time since reaching the Stanley Cup Finals in 2021, the Montreal Canadiens are in a position to return to the playoffs.

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