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The Montreal Canadiens are having a fine start to the 2026-27 NHL season. Cole Caufield and his teammates are looking to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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Jacob Fowler makes history by leading Canadiens to outdoor win

With the NHL taking it outside on Sunday, a young goaltender made history by leading his team to a win.

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Quinn Hughes latest NHL player to get harsh reception from former team

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 25

Canadiens earn narrow victory vs. Jets in Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic

Jacob Fowler made 34 saves for the Montreal Canadiens in a 2-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets in the Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg on Sunday evening.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Canadiens Activate Florian Xhekaj

The Montreal Canadiens returned a fourth-line forward just before the start of the Heritage Classic. According to Sportnet’s Eric Engels, the Canadiens added Florian Xhekaj to the lineup for tonight’s game, indicating that he has been activated from injured reserve.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / October 25

Samuel Montembeault is expected to return in two weeks, according to Renaud Lavoie

An away game isn't something every player will have the chance to play in during their career. Nick Suzuki, Ivan Demidov, and Samuel Montembeault were surely dreaming of this moment, but unfortunately, they're injured.

Gary Bettman News / Dose.ca / October 25

Gary Bettman would like to see an outdoor game in Montreal

Have you heard of Ashkan Karbasfrooshan? If you've been following the story of the Expos' return to MLB, you're probably familiar with this entrepreneur who's campaigning for the return of our beloved team.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / October 25

Jacob Fowler and Florian Xhekaj will play tonight

The Montreal Canadiens announced a lineup change ahead of tonight's Heritage Classic and confirmed their starting goaltender. First, as was somewhat expected, Jacob Fowler will be in net.

Patrik Laine News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Patrik Laine Not Seeking International Offers

We’re now more than a month into the season with a handful of veteran wingers still hoping to find a team for this season. One of those is Patrik Laine. But while no deal in North America has materialized, he’s not looking into international offers, ESPN’s Emily Kaplan relayed this week (Twitter link).

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Michael Hage News / Dose.ca / October 25

Michael Hage will be able to contribute immediately to the power play as soon as he arrives

Michael Hage surprised many when he announced he would be returning to the NCAA for another season. We can assume he wanted to work on certain aspects of his game, but one thing is certain: he's been making a huge impression on offense this season.

Nick Suzuki News / Dose.ca / October 25

Norman Flynn: 'We have enough talent to replace Nick Suzuki'

The loss of Nick Suzuki is clearly going to hurt… a lot. Not only are the Montreal Canadiens losing their captain, but they're also losing the cornerstone of their offense.

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Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / October 25

Canadiens finally benefit from key change made to Heritage Classic

The Montreal Canadiens are making their long-awaited return to the Heritage Classic. They’ll participate in the event for the first time since 2011, taking on the Winnipeg Jets in Winnipeg at Princess Auto Stadium. When they take the ice, they'll have to bring their A-game, and maybe a player or two will have to step up.

Elliotte Friedman News / A Winning Habit / October 25

Montreal Canadiens should have a new trade target after Elliotte Friedman's report

On Saturday, Elliotte Friedman reported that the Washington Capitals have granted Ivan Miroshnichenko permission to seek a trade. The former first-round pick has only played in three games this season and is looking for an opportunity to play, and the Montreal Canadiens might be the team that can give him that.

Alexander Zharovsky News / Dose.ca / October 25

MUST-SEE: Alexander Zharovsky scores an absolutely magnificent goal

As the Montreal Canadiens prepare for their road game against the Winnipeg Jets, the Habs' top prospect, Alexander Zharovsky, continues to stand out in the KHL.

Jake Evans News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Canadiens Have Tried Tapping into Evans’ Offensive Potential Before

Time for a cold, hard truth: Montreal Canadiens forward Jake Evans is not a top-six forward. However, with No. 1 centre Nick Suzuki injured, desperate times may call for desperate measures.

Montreal Canadiens News / A Winning Habit / October 25

3 under-the-radar players to watch for the Canadiens in the Heritage Classic

For the third time, the Montreal Canadiens are going to be participating in the Heritage Classic but it is the first time since 2011. The Canadiens will be playing the Winnipeg Jets, who just put the Connor Hellebuyck saga behind them on Friday.

Nick Suzuki News / The Sick Podcast / October 24

Lariviere: It’s Going To Take A Village For The Canadiens With No Nick Suzuki

For the first time in 546 games, the Montreal Canadiens took to the ice without Nick Suzuki and played a game that resembled the trademark 200-foot game

Jacob Fowler News / Professor Press Box / October 24

Jacob Fowler Gives the Canadiens Reasons to Rethink Their Goalie Plan

Something interesting is happening in Montreal's crease, and it has less to do with one good game than with what Jacob Fowler is making possible. The 21-year-old stopped 20 of 21 shots in Friday's 4–1 win over Chicago.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

3 Centres the Canadiens Should Target to Overcome Suzuki’s Injury

The Montreal Canadiens have been searching for a legitimate second-line centre for quite some time, but Nick Suzuki’s recent injury has made that need more pressing than ever.

Jake Evans News / Field Level Media / October 23

Jake Evans tallies twice, adds assist as Canadiens topple Blackhawks

Jake Evans produced two goals and an assist and Jacob Fowler stopped 20 shots, lifting the visiting Montreal Canadiens to a 4-1 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / October 23

Nick Suzuki’s Injury Opens the Door for Oliver Kapanen to Take Over

The Montreal Canadiens are off to an interesting start. Viewed by many as a trendy playoff pick and even a dark horse contender in the Atlantic Division, Montreal has stumbled out of the gate.

Nick Suzuki News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Nick Suzuki’s Absence Will Give the Canadiens Their Biggest Test

The Montreal Canadiens have been dealt a massive blow with captain Nick Suzuki expected to miss two to four weeks due to injury. For a team looking to build on last season’s success and establish itself as a legitimate playoff contender, losing its most important player is about as bad as it gets.