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More points for rookies: the Habs top the NHL (with thanks to Kapanen and Demidov)

There’s a lot to remember about the Montreal Canadiens’ start to the season. The (unrivalled) performance of the goaltenders, the dominance of Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, the blossoming of Alex Newhook, the reliability of the blue line… But we must also mention, in all this, the contribution of the rookie forwards.

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Projected production: the Habs could have nine 50+ point scorers

Who’d have thought the Montreal Canadiens would get off to such a good start? Reaching the ten-win plateau after just 15 games is a feat we didn’t necessarily see coming, let’s say.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 9

Seven different statistics put the Habs on top

After two consecutive overtime losses this week, the Canadiens de Montréal bounced back quickly last night with a 6-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth. It took a big win, and the Habs got it, even if it wasn’t necessarily easy, given that the Habs trailed twice in the game.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 9

Alex Newhook’s production and performance: more than just the Ivan Demidov effect

Last night, the Canadiens de Montréal won their first game in regulation time since October 25 in Vancouver. The Habs haven’t won many games in regulation time this season, so a 6-2 win like yesterday’s against the Utah Mammoth feels really good.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Juraj Slafkovsky News / The Hockey Writers / November 9

Canadiens’ Slafkovsky Unjustifiably Remains in the Shadow of Other No. 1 Overall Picks

Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky is on pace for 49 points. That shouldn’t be considered a disappointing season, especially as the six goals he currently has put him on pace for a new career-high 32.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Cole Caufield News / The Hockey Writers / November 8

Caufield and Canadiens Jump On Mammoth Mistakes in 6-2 Win

Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield’s two goals, to temporarily pull into top spot in the league with 12, led the Habs to a 6-2 win over the Utah Mammoth on Saturday that was much closer than the final score might make it seem.

Zachary Bolduc News / Dose.ca / November 9

Zachary Bolduc: no contract negotiations with the Habs to date

At the start of the season, the Canadiens and the Lane Hutson camp finally agreed on the terms of a contract. But it wasn’t just Hutson who would become a compensated free agent at the end of the season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 8

Canadiens score five straight as Mammoth's woes continue

Cole Caufield scored twice, as the Montreal Canadiens notched five unanswered goals to beat the visiting Utah Mammoth 6-2 on Saturday night. Among the NHL leaders with 12 goals, Caufield scored in the second and third periods for the Canadiens, who erased a pair of one-goal deficits to extend their point streak to six games (4-0-2).

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 8

Miracle: the Canadiens win in 60 minutes

After two consecutive overtime losses, the Habs were back in action tonight against the Mammoth. Samuel Montembeault returned to the net after leaving it to Jakub Dobes on Thursday.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / November 8

Trade Talk: Why Ryan O’Reilly Makes Sense for the Canadiens

It’s no secret the Montreal Canadiens are still searching for a true second-line centre — and some around the league believe Ryan O’Reilly could be the answer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 8

Martin St-Louis’ comments this morning: Ivan Demidov stands to benefit

Things are going well in Montreal so far, but it’s not perfect. The Canadiens are finding it hard to keep their leads, and this lack of focus starts with the coaches.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / November 8

Potential Habs Trade Option: Ryan O’Reilly

The Montreal Canadiens are still in need of a true 2nd line centre and also lack left-handed centre depth. That being said, could Ryan O’Reilly be a good trade option for the team at some point during the regular season?

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / November 8

Two fine goals from Alexander Zharovsky at U20 tournament

Between Michael Hage, David Reinbacher and Alex Zharovsky, I’m not sure which of the Habs’ prospects is the most interesting to watch. They will each have

Jakub Dobes News / Dose.ca / November 8

Jakub Dobes created a scandal with his remarks against his country

Last night, despite the Canadiens’ 4-3 loss to the Devils, what really caught the eye was Jakub Dobes’ post-match reaction. The young goaltender was very emotional following his first loss of the season, and had great difficulty holding back his tears as he answered reporters’ questions.

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Kirby Dach News / The Sick Podcast / November 8

Is the Old Version Of Kirby Dach Back?

Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach has really found a new level of play that we haven’t seen since his first knee injury during the 2nd game of the 2023-24 season against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 8

Jared Davidson: it’s high time the Habs gave him a chance instead of Joe Veleno

Since Patrik Laine’s long-term injury, Joe Veleno has taken his place in the Montreal Canadiens line-up. The Montrealer has played nine games so far, but has yet to pick up a single point, in addition to posting a minus-3 differential.

NHL News / Dose.ca / November 8

Would Nazem Kadri be more useful to the Habs than Kaiden Guhle?

Kaiden Guhle is pretty much the equivalent of the proverbial apple pie. Everybody loves apple pie. Everyone loves Kaiden Guhle. In some cases, it’s unconditional love.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / November 8

Martin St-Louis admits he needs to better manage certain players’ ice time

For some time now, the subject of ice time for certain Habs players has been the talk of the town. Zachary Bolduc and Ivan Demidov are two names that come up a lot in this debate.

Noah Dobson News / NHL Trade Talk / November 8

Canadiens Eye Another Major Move After Dobson Deal

The Montreal Canadiens might not be done making noise on the trade front. According to insider David Pagnotta on Daily Faceoff LIVE, general manager Kent Hughes is keeping a close watch on the league’s trade market — and the Canadiens could once again be preparing to strike.

Montreal Canadiens News / Daily Faceoff / November 7

What will the Canadiens be up to on the trade market?

Is one of the hottest teams in the NHL looking to add to its roster? The Montreal Canadiens have been riding ever since their magical run to the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / November 7

Jakub Dobeš Emotional After OT Loss, Canadiens Need To Manage Expectations

Jakub Dobeš’ postgame interview on Thursday night was a tough moment — not for what he said, but for how much he clearly cared. The 24-year-old Canadiens goaltender fought back tears after allowing four goals on 28 shots in a 4–3 overtime loss to the New Jersey Devils, blaming himself for the defeat.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 7

Who Should Be the Canadiens’ 6th Defenceman When Kaiden Guhle Returns to the Lineup?

When Kaiden Guhle returns from injury, Martin St. Louis will face one of those “good problems” coaches love to have: too many capable defencemen. Through the first month of the season, Montreal’s blue line has quietly become one of its greatest strengths, blending youth, mobility, and steady improvement.

Jakub Dobes News / Daily Faceoff / November 7