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Analyzing The Habs PP Units

On Sunday morning, the Montreal Canadiens worked on their power-play units. Many fans who thought rookie Ivan Demidov would be playing with Lane Hutson

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Arber Xhekaj on Martin St-Louis: 'He treats me as if I were his own son'

The relationship between Arber Xhekaj and Martin St-Louis is puzzling many fans. One wonders if the head coach really likes Xhekaj, since he has visited the press gallery on a few occasions.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Canadiens Head Coach Calls Out Former No. 1 Pick Before NHL Season

The Montreal Canadiens entered camp with expectations higher than at any point in recent memory, and head coach Martin St. Louis wasted no time setting the tone.

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 21

Beck/Kapanen or Veleno/Blais: two big, distinct battles

The most important part of the Montreal Canadiens’ training camp kicks off tomorrow night, when the Habs host the Pittsburgh Penguins in their first pre-season game.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 21

'If David Reinbacher is on the market, the other 31 teams are going to call Kent Hughes.'

David Reinbacher is having a rather ordinary camp so far, as the defenseman didn’t break anything during the Prospects Face-Off. As my colleague Charles-Alexis Brisebois says, he’s still far from having earned his place with the club.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 20

Happy 74th Heavenly Birthday To Guy Lafleur

On this day in 1951, Montreal Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur was born in Thurso, Quebec. Today would have been The Flower’s 74th birthday, and we will celebrate his career here at Sick Media.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 20

Juraj Slafkovský: his attitude and involvement in the camp are criticized

Juraj Slafkovský is off to a flying start with the Canadiens this year. The Slovak, who is entering the first year of his eight-year contract, needs to

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 20

Hutson and Demidov Connect For a Goal in Saturday’s Scrimmage

The Montreal Canadiens held their 3rd and final scrimmage before they officially start their preseason on Monday at the Bell Centre against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / September 20

Kirby Dach: Martin Lemay sees him scoring 'at least' 65 points this season

What can we expect from Kirby Dach in 2025-26? That’s THE big question surrounding the Canadiens at the moment. The center, who is coming back from a second major knee injury, is expected to start the year at the center of the second line.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 20

Ranking 10 greatest Montreal Canadiens of all time

The Montreal Canadiens are the most successful team in the history of the NHL. While they have not been able to add to their total of 24 Stanley Cups (23 as members of the NHL) since 1993, they have been the glamour franchise of professional hockey.

Nick Suzuki News / The Sick Podcast / September 20

Nick Suzuki Embracing Montreal Culture

On Thursday, Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki did an interview entirely in French for the first time with TVA Sports’ Felix Seguin. By doing this interview, it showed that Suzuki is truly embracing being part of the Montreal and Quebec communities by learning the official language well enough to do be able to have a full conversation.

Bogdan Konyushkov News / The Sick Podcast / September 19

This Prospect Is Having A Strong Start to KHL Season

Montreal Canadiens prospect Bogdan Konyushkov has had a strong start to his KHL season with Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod. He may not have appeared on the scoresheet in his team’s first 3 outings, but in his last 3 games, Konyushkov has been a big part of the offense, putting up 4 assists.

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The 'NFL 200-touchdown-pass Club' quiz

The '2024 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 19

Recapping Season 2 Episode 6 of The Rebuild: Inside the Montreal Canadiens

*Beware of spoilers for the sixth and final episode of the 2nd season of The Rebuild: Inside the Montreal Canadiens. Episode 6 of the Rebuild: Inside the Montreal Canadiens is the final one of season 2.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 19

If Nick Suzuki can speak French, Kirby Dach can be more serious

Let’s face it: Kirby Dach hasn’t had it easy over the past two years. After a first season in which many people wanted to see him become Nick Suzuki’s

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 19

Canadiens Owner Adamant About Building For Long Term

Expectations, both internally and externally, will be for the Montreal Canadiens to take another step forward, and after finishing in the second wildcard spot in 2024-25, addressing all areas to improve the team has been management's goal.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 19

Crave: Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton confronted Juraj Slafkovský at the end of the season

Last night, the final episode of the second season of La reconstruction was published on Crave. The episode focuses on the club’s (brief) playoff run… but also on the few days following the club’s elimination.

Kirby Dach News / Dose.ca / September 18

Kirby Dach confirms he tore his ACL again in February

For the past two years, Kirby Dach has had serious problems with his right knee. The CH forward tore his anterior and medial cruciate ligaments in the

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / September 16

Canadiens Center Receives Encouraging Injury Update

The Montreal Canadiens enter the 2025-2026 season with rising expectations. After making the postseason last year, the Habs are running it back with basically the same team, just a year older and more experienced.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Rumors / September 16

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens – Matheson, Gorton, Hughes, and a Top-Six

La Poche Bleue Podcast with Maxim Lapierre and Pascal Leclaire: “I would like to stay here as long as possible. I’m letting my agent handle it.” – Mike Matheson As NHLRumors.com reported in the summer via TSN Radio in Montreal, all options are on the table when it comes to Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15

Canadiens Set to Sign Critical Contract Extensions, Looking for Trade

The Montreal Canadiens are working to get two key contracts signed, but they aren’t for players who will make an on-ice impact. According to multiple sources,

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Canadiens discussing extension for key front-office members

The Montreal Canadiens are working on contract extensions for general manager Kent Hughes and executive vice president Jeff Gorton.

Seven NHL sophomores poised to break out in 2025-26

Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition

The '30-goal scorers in the 2024-25 NHL season' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Canadiens Prospect Filip Eriksson Shines in the SHL

The Montreal Canadiens’ prospect pool has been one of the most closely watched in the NHL in recent years, with names like Lane Hutson, Ivan Demidov, and David Reinbacher drawing the bulk of attention.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

3 Canadiens’ Prospects to Watch in Russia

The Montreal Canadiens have been hitting home runs with quite a few draft picks lately. Not only is Lane Hutson the reigning Calder Trophy winner, but they could have another star rookie in Ivan Demidov this season.

Sidney Crosby News / Yardbarker / September 11

Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade

Penguins star Sidney Crosby and his agent did not rule out a potential trade when questioned about the interest of the Montreal Canadiens. The franchise icon opting for a change of scenery would put the Penguins in a difficult position.

Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens

More details emerge on Kirill Kaprizov's rejection of Wild's offer

Maple Leafs HC paints ominous picture for star winger despite new deal

Maple Leafs' pursuit of Jack Roslovic puts one player on chopping block

Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / September 6

Ken Dryden's impact on NHL went beyond his playing career

Each sport has its share of figures whose impact on the game extends well beyond their playing or coaching careers. National Hockey League Hall of Fame goaltender Ken Dryden was one of those people.

Dryden dies at 78

Dryden remembered for off-ice exploits as much as six Cup wins

Statement from Maple Leafs GM on the passing of Dryden

Tributes pour in for Dryden

Dryden's journey in photos