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The offseason leading into the 2025-26 season continues, and with 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 training camps begin.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 20

Best goalkeepers of the last three seasons: Samuel Montembeault in the top-5

Ever since Carey Price was destined to remain on the long-term injured list until the end of his contract (#unofficialretirement), we’ve all been wondering who will be the next goalie to carry the team on his back.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / July 15

Will the Canadiens Make the Playoffs in 2025–26?

The Montreal Canadiens took a major step forward in 2024–25 by qualifying for the playoffs for the first time since 2021. With a 40–31–11 record and a return to postseason play, they showed that their rebuild is turning into a climb.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 12

Jeff Marek: 'Samuel Montembeault is the most underrated goalie in the NHL'

Many wonder if Samuel Montembeault is the goaltender who will take the Canadiens all the way to the playoffs, once the team is more dangerous than it is right now.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / July 7

2026 Olympics: Nick Suzuki in NHL.com’s projected lineup, but not Samuel Montembeault

More and more, we’re starting to prepare for the 2026 Olympics, when NHL players will be making their comeback. We’re wondering what the different teams will look like, and in Montreal, we’re trying to figure out who will join Juraj Slafkovský and take part in the competition.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / July 6

Canadiens Reward Rookie Goaltender with Two-Year Contract

The Montreal Canadiens have locked up promising young netminder Jakub Dobeš, agreeing to terms on a two-year, one-way contract worth $965,000 annually.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30

Hurricanes acquire goaltender in trade with Canadiens

The Hurricanes have added some extra goaltending depth heading into next season, acquiring Cayden Primeau from the Canadiens in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 27

Evander Kane’s Top 5 Moments With the Edmonton Oilers

On Wednesday (June 25), the Edmonton Oilers dealt Evander Kane to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. The trade brought an end to Kane’s time in Edmonton after nearly three and a half years.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 16

Montembeault: We can’t rule out his presence at the Olympics, but…

Samuel Montembeault was selected to take part in the 4 Nations Confrontation in February. The Canadiens’ goalie didn’t play for Canada, but still. The fact that he was chosen by the management was satisfying for Monty, and gave him the opportunity to gain experience by practicing with the best players in Canada.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 27

Carey Price: 'Every time I see Montembeault play, he always impresses me'

Samuel Montembeault had a fine season. He played a career-high 62 games in a single campaign, and while he may have been a little overused, he did well under the circumstances.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 13

Samuel Montembeault to play less next season

In 2024-2025, during the regular season, Samuel Montembeault played 62 games. He started 60. Add to that the first three games of the series against the Capitals.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / May 7

Jakub Dobes to challenge Samuel Montembeault for the #1 spot: the Habs’ plan

Samuel Montembeault is currently the Canadiens’ #1 goaltender. Can that change? Given that the Québécois isn’t Carey Price and that the Habs have two up-and-coming youngsters, it’s possible that things could change one day.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / May 6

Montreal Canadiens’ 2024-25 Player Grades: Goaltenders

The 2024–25 season began with Samuel Montembeault and Cayden Primeau sharing duties in goal, but inconsistency and shaky performances left the Canadiens searching for stability early on.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Canadiens’ Sam Montembeault gets real on injury suffered in Capitals series

The Montreal Canadiens were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Washington Capitals. All in all, their season was a success. Few expected them to make the postseason.

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Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / May 2

Canadiens’ Sam Montembeault tore groin, Patrik Laine broke finger during playoffs

A number of players were going through some significant injuries during the Metropolitan Division Semifinals. During the team’s locker-clean-out day on Friday, it was revealed that Montreal Canadiens goaltender Sam Montembeault suffered a torn groin during Game 3 of the team’s first-round series against the Washington Capitals.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / April 30

Canadiens’ Montembeault, Laine to remain out in Game 5; Carrier a game-time decision

The Montreal Canadiens will remain without a pair of key contributors for a pivotal Game 5 versus the Washington Capitals as both goaltender Samuel Montembeault and forward Patrik Laine remain sidelined, reports Sportsnet’s Eric Engels.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / April 30

Montreal Canadiens Get Terrible News on Samuel Montembeault Ahead of Possible Elimination

Sam Montembeault started the first three games of the Canadiens series against Washington, but now, he's officially been ruled out ahead of a must-win Game 5.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Canadiens Coach Addresses Sam Montembeault Injury Before Game 5 vs. Capitals

The Montreal Canadiens are still in the dark regarding the status of goaltender Samuel Montembeault and defenseman Alexandre Carrier ahead of Game 5 against the Washington Capitals.

Montreal Canadiens News / Inside The Rink / April 27

Montreal Canadiens Samuel Montembeault To Miss Game 4 With Injury

The Montreal Canadiens have announced that goaltender Samuel Montembeault will miss Game 4 vs. the Washington Capitals with a lower-body injury. He’s considered day to day, and didn’t take the morning skate.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / April 25

Canadiens’ Samuel Montembeault leaves Game 3, replaced by Jakub Dobes

Uh oh. With the second period ticking down in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Montreal Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault was forced to leave the game with an apparent injury.

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / March 4

Samuel Montembeault's Classy Gesture After Habs Win vs. Sabres Is Winning Hearts

Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault made a special gesture as he headed to the locker room after last night's win over the Sabres. I take every opportunity to mention it, Montembeault is truly an exceptional athlete, extremely thoughtful and incredibly humble.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / February 22

Canadiens Opinion: Montembeault’s Journey Sparks Inspiration

Montreal Canadiens starter Samuel Montembeault didn’t play at the 4 Nations Faceoff, and yet, it was difficult not to swell with pride while watching him celebrate the big win over Team USA with his Canadian teammates.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / February 13

Samuel Montembeault's role on Team Canada confirmed

Insider confirms Samuel Montembeault's disappointing role for Team Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off

We have already learned, in the past few hours, that Montembeault has been relegated to the role of third goaltender and is unlikely to even be in uniform for Canada.

Canadiens’ Patrik Laine hoping to use 4 Nations Face-Off to get his game back on track

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Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / February 8

Sam Montembeault Speaks Out After Humiliating Treatment from Canadiens Fans in Tough Loss

I love Montreal Canadiens fans, but in my opinion, this was terrible and unacceptable to see: "Montembeault makes a routine save on a shot from the neutral

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / January 21

Habs Highlights: Montembeault Shines In Big Comeback Win

The Montreal Canadiens were hosting the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night, looking to build yet another impressive winning streak that would propel them further up the standings.

Montreal Canadiens News / Montreal Hockey Now / January 12

Habs Highlights: Laine Can’t Stop Scoring, Montembeault Excels

The Montreal Canadiens were back home on Saturday night, facing the Dallas Stars in yet another game against a top NHL team. Fortunately for the Habs,

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / January 9

Sam Montembeault Makes a Big Request to Canadiens Coaching Staff Regarding Jakub Dobes

At a press conference earlier today, goaltender Samuel Montembeault made an interesting statement involving Jakub Dobes. Montembeault once again demonstrated just how great a teammate he is.

Montreal Canadiens News / Full Press Hockey / October 13

No Denying Sam Montembeault is the Montreal Canadiens Number One Goalie

While it is only two games, the Montreal Canadiens have something special in goaltender Sam Montembeault. After recording an NHL 48-save shutout against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday night, many wondered how he would follow that up against the Ottawa Senators on Saturday night.