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For Oliver Kapanen, the upcoming training camp feels like more than just another step in his development. After a year filled with movement between leagues, countries, and levels of competition, the Swedish forward now faces a golden opportunity to prove he can be part of the Montreal Canadiens’ lineup moving forward.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 20

Kapanen as 2C: his excellent defensive game would lighten Ivan Demidov’s load

If nothing changes between now and the start of the season, Kirby Dach will most likely fill the second-line center role. It’s the most likely option, and the one that would make the most sense, even if it’s far from the preference of many analysts and fans, who have given up on Dach.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 13

'I think Oliver Kapanen has a 50% chance of being the Habs’ second center this season.'

Oliver Kapanen impressed at last year’s Habs camp. The young forward, who was due to return to Europe, started the year with the Habs instead, and we even saw him play a few games.

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What's Next For Canadiens Prospects Oliver Kapanen & Owen Beck?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 24

Rocket: Oliver Kapanen has really taken Owen Beck’s place at center

As everyone knows, the Montréal Canadiens have a well-stocked bank of talented young players. Whether in attack, defense or in front of the net, the Habs have a number of solid prospects who aspire to the National Hockey League.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 17

Jake Evans blocks Owen Beck and Oliver Kapanen in Montreal

The priority for the Canadiens and Kent Hughes will be to strengthen the team’s center situation. Although the organization doesn’t say so openly, the most pressing need is for a second center capable of supporting Ivan Demidov and Patrik Laine, which would solve the Habs’ top-6 situation.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / April 13

Canadiens made trade-deadline additions for playoff push after all

Maybe Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes knew something his critics didn’t … or at least something they didn’t properly factor in at the trade deadline.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 10

Stock rupture: Ivan Demidov jerseys at Habs Sports are almost all gone

Ivan Demidov, as we now know, will wear the #93 this season in Montreal. Will this change this summer? I have a feeling it will. I think Oliver Kapanen is not as attached to #91 as Demidov is, and he’ll end up giving it up.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 6

'Welcome back, Kappy!': The habs players are doing everything to make Kapanen feel appreciated

The Canadiens signed a nice victory last night against the Flyers. After the game, there was a nice atmosphere in the locker room and Martin St-Louis wanted to send flowers to Montembeault and Gallagher.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / April 3

Canadiens’ Kapanen a Logical Alternative to Newhook at Centre

The Montreal Canadiens may technically have a lot to lose, should they decide to take a chance on a returning Oliver Kapanen. They have a lot more to gain, should it work out.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2

Canadiens recall Oliver Kapanen

The Canadiens have recalled forward Oliver Kapanen from his loan to Timrå IK of the Swedish Hockey League, the team announced. He’ll join the NHL roster and could be on hand for tomorrow’s game against the Bruins.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Canadiens Prospect Oliver Kapanen Could be Headed Back to Montreal

Montreal Canadiens prospect Oliver Kapanen‘s season in Sweden has come to a close. His club, Timra IK, was eliminated from the playoffs, meaning Kapanen is now free to return to North America.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / April 1

Fowler, Kapanen and… Demidov in Montreal Soon?

The Montreal Canadiens have built a reputation for resilience. Just when critics count them out, they find a way to bounce back, stringing together strong performances that remind everyone of their potential.

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Habs prospect could be prime trade bait as deadline nears

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Now that Kent Hughes has settled the Jake Evans situation, the general manager of the Montreal Canadiens can finally move on to other matters.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 25

Habs Prospect Report: Kapanen Thriving, More Mesar Adversity

There was some very good news on the Montreal Canadiens prospect front, as Oliver Kapanen has continued his excellent play for Timra (SHL). The 21-year-old forward scored the game-winning goal versus Frolunda on Tuesday, not to mention an assist on the game-tying goal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 14

Canadiens Prospect Report: Oliver Kapanen’s Potential Impact

Much was made of Montreal Canadiens prospect Oliver Kapanen’s performance at the 2024-25 training camp. And while the stats during his time in the NHL don’t quite correlate to the perception from most fans, the decision to loan him to Timra IK in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) has paid dividends for the Habs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 17

Canadiens’ Oliver Kapanen hopes to build off NHL experience

This story appeared on hockeysverige.se this week and has been translated from Swedish to English. For most of the fall, it’s been uncertain where Oliver Kapanen would play this season.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 8

Canadiens’ Kapanen Returning to SHL a Part of Team’s Development Approach

The Montreal Canadiens continue their slide, which will lead to some minor roster changes, usually via call-ups. In this case, the roster move decided

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 6

Canadiens loan Oliver Kapanen to Sweden’s Timra IK

On Wednesday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that they are loaning forward Oliver Kapanen to Timrå IK of the Swedish Hockey League. The team also revealed that it is recalling forward Lucas Condotta from its American Hockey League, the Laval Rocket.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / October 11

A third option has just emerged for the Canadiens with Oliver Kapanen: he can be sent to the AHL

The Swedish forward surprised so much that many already saw him taking Christian Dvorak's spot on the third offensive unit. For a long time, we thought the two options for the 64th overall pick of the 2021 draft were either with the Canadiens or with his team in the Swedish league.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / October 4