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Kiefer Sherwood in Montreal: Zachary Bolduc’s name thrown into the discussion

In the last few days, we’ve learned that the Canadiens are interested in Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood. We’re talking about a 30-year-old who can (at best) play on a team’s second line.

Jordan Binnington News / Dose.ca / December 4

Jordan Binnington could say no to the Canadiens

In recent days, Darren Dreger (briefly) linked Jordan Binnington’s name to the Canadiens. Then, David Pagnotta, who said that there are people in the NHL who wouldn’t be surprised to see the Canadiens make a trade for reinforcements in front of the net, also brought up Jordan Binnington’s name.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 4

If the Canadiens make a big deal, keep an eye on the goalies

There’s no smoke without fire, as they say. Will this apply to the Canadiens’ situation in front of the net? Because right now, the Canadiens’ goaltending is starting to look a little smoky.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Martin St. Louis News / Dose.ca / December 4

Victory over the Jets: Martin St-Louis’ speech made the difference

We know that Martin St-Louis is a good motivator. It’s one of his strengths as Habs pilot. When the head coach makes speeches, they have a certain impact.

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.

Jakub Dobes News / The Sick Podcast / December 4

Dobes Leads The Way As Habs Win In The Shootout

The Montreal Canadiens bounced back from their lacklustre effort on Tuesday, with a big, hard-fought 3-2 win in the shootout over the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / December 4

Canadiens Could Peddle Another Blueliner to Add a Forward

As per Lyle Richardson of The Hockey News, “Given the Canadiens’ recent trade history, it wouldn’t be surprising if they peddle another blueliner to add

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 4

Less than eight minutes for Zachary Bolduc | Oliver Kapanen, the most-used forward

Last night, Zachary Bolduc played on the fourth line – regardless of what the Canadiens’ Twitter account posted before the game. But in reality, I could have said that Bolduc didn’t play much on the fourth line.

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / December 4

Ivan Demidov: highest career playing time last night

In recent days, Martin St-Louis has been saying that he needs to do a better job of managing Ivan Demidov’s playing time. The Russian deserves more ice time, and everyone knows it.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 4

Canadiens Should Keep an Eye on the Struggling Canucks

The trade market is starting to warm up, and once again, the Montreal Canadiens could be one of the first teams to act. Last year at almost the exact same

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / December 4

'At least he doesn’t cry': Jakub Dobes teased by Juraj Slafkovsky

Last night, the Canadiens had to play hard. After two bad outings in a row, it felt good to see the club come out strong against Winnipeg. The club has been on a tear at home since the start of the season.

Florian Xhekaj News / Dose.ca / December 4

The Canadiens sell Florian Xhekaj and Adam Engström to the Rocket

In recent days, the Canadiens have had quite a few skaters with the big club. The club had 13 healthy forwards and seven healthy defensemen, which isn’t typical for the Habs.

Andrei Markov News / The Hockey Writers / December 3

Canadiens Edge Jets 3-2 in Shootout in Andrei Markov Homecoming Game

Coincidence or not, the Montreal Canadiens delivered their most complete performance in some time on Wednesday, beating the visiting Winnipeg Jets 3-2 in a shootout on the same night they honoured Andrei Markov.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 3

Goalie Jakub Dobes, Canadiens ground Jets in shootout

Montreal goalie Jakub Dobes outdueled Winnipeg's Eric Comrie by the narrowest of margins on Wednesday, but the host netminder got a little help in the end as the Canadiens pulled out a 3-2 shootout victory over the Jets.