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Photo of Michael Hage and Zayne Parekh
6 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens prospect Michael Hage praised as Canada's best player at World Juniors

Dec 23, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Montreal Canadians forward Sammy Blais (27) celebrates his goal with his teammates during the first period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
9 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Another offensive acquisition by Kent Hughes is taking shape for the Canadiens

Oct 28, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Egor Zamula (5) chases the puck against Pittsburgh Penguins center Noel Acciari (55) in the second period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
11 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Penguins place newly acquired defenseman on unconditional waivers, opening door for Canadiens

Photo of Kent Hughes
13 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

All eyes on Kent Hughes as Canadiens schedule mid-season press conference

Photo of Juraj Slafkovsky
14 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Juraj Slafkovsky reveals he was involved in a car accident earlier this season

Photo of Czechia players Celebrating the win
15 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Czech coach delivers blunt assessment of Team Canada after semifinal loss

Photo of Canadiens prospect Michael Hage
16 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Michael Hage's absence from Team Canada Junior's top three leaves fans stunned

Photo of Team Canadas bench
18 hours ago  |  By Gabriel Sami

We finally know what Michael Hage's teammate yelled on the bench after Team Canada's loss

Nov 2, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis (rear) talks to defenseman Kaiden Guhle (21) and center Kirby Dach (77) on the bench against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens could receive much-needed reinforcements very shortly

Photo of Juraj Slafkovsky, Phillip Danault and Martin St-Louis
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

Danault pokes fun at Gallagher during special locker-room moment after OT win in Dallas

Photo of Canadiens players Celebrating
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

Oliver Kapanen's bench reaction after Lane Hutson's OT winner speaks volumes

Photo of Jamie Benn injured
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

Jamie Benn was forced to leave game after worrying face-first fall in Canadiens-Stars matchup

Photo of Brendan Gallagher
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

NHL announces change regarding Canadiens' first goal in Dallas

Jan 2, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (63) looks on prior to the third period in the 2026 Winter Classic ice hockey game against the New York Rangers at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

A strong message has been sent to Brad Marchand ahead of Canadiens-Panthers rematch

Dec 30, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing A.J. Greer (10) blocks the view of Montreal Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault (35) during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

Samuel Montembeault expected to start against powerhouse Dallas Stars

Jan 1, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jesperi Kotkaniemi (82) shot is stopped by MontrÈal Canadiens defenseman Alexandre Carrier (45) goaltender Jakub Dobes (75) and left wing Sammy Blais (27) during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

Alexandre Carrier's latest struggles draw criticism as big decisions loom for Martin St-Louis

Photo of Dallas Stars and Montreal Canadiens
Jan 4  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens make first decision ahead of game vs. Stars as goalie decision looms

Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Patrik Laine (92) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Nashville Predators at Bell Centre.
Jan 4  |  By Gabriel Sami

Olympic decision made on Patrik Laine as Team Finland finalizes roster

Dec 20, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson (17) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at the Bell Centre. Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Jan 3  |  By Gabriel Sami

Josh Anderson's injury status clarified by Canadiens after his absence vs. the Blues

fJan 1, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Montréal Canadiens right wing Brendan Gallagher (11) looks on during the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Jan 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Brendan Gallagher's struggles are forcing an uncomfortable lineup debate

Oct 24, 2019; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price (31) makes a save against San Jose Sharks right wing Kevin Labanc (62) as defenseman Ben Chiarot (8) and defenseman Jeff Petry (26) and center Nate Thompson (44) defend during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Jean-Yves Ahern-Imagn Images
Jan 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Former Canadien lands new job as an analyst for Canadiens games on TSN

Dec 20, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) and teammate forward Josh Anderson (17) celebrate the win against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Jan 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Fowler expected to start as updates emerge on Anderson and Matheson ahead of Blues game

Jan 2, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Canada forward Michael Hage (29) looks to pass against Slovakia during the second period in the quarterfinals of the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at 3M Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images
Jan 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Kent Hughes hints at Michael Hage's Canadiens arrival after World Juniors breakout

Photo of Blues and Canadiens
Jan 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

St-Louis makes first decision ahead of Canadiens vs Blues as Bolduc and Texier return

Nov 13, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach (77) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Dallas Stars at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Jan 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Kirby Dach's return further delayed as Canadiens remain cautious

Nov 13, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Cole Caufield (13) plays the puck against the Dallas Stars during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Jan 3  |  By Leo Honein

Cole Caufield delivers powerful response after Team USA snub

Photo of Jakub Dobes at Location Paramount.
Jan 3  |  By Gabriel Sami

Jakub Dobes turns heads after revealing his new luxury car

Dec 27, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood (44) during a stop in play against the San Jose Sharks in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

The price the Canadiens would have to pay to acquire Kiefer Sherwood is now known

Dec 30, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens celebrate after the game against the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Kent Hughes and the Canadiens strike gold with their latest addition

Photo of Kent Hughes
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Kent Hughes and Canadiens left frustrated following NHL's latest decision

Photo of Mike Matheson
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens provide encouraging update on Mike Matheson following injury

Jan 1, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Montréal Canadiens left wing Juraj Slafkovsk? (20) celebrates his goal with defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) during the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens announce change of plans and adjust travel schedule ahead of Blues game

Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Patrik Laine (92) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Nashville Predators at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Encouraging scene in Brossard as Patrik Laine returns to the ice

Dec 20, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson (17) celebrates after scoring an empty net goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Josh Anderson injury details surface after sudden exit against Hurricanes

Photo of Mike Matheson and Jakub Dobes
Jan 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Jakub Dobes slips up in press conference and hints at Mike Matheson's return

Oct 4, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Cole Caufield (13) celebrates his goal against the Ottawa Senators with defenseman Lane Hutson (48) during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Jan 2  |  By Leo Honein

Caufield and Hutson snubbed as Team USA announces roster for 2026 Olympics

Photo of Juraj Slafkovsky and Samuel Montembeault
Jan 2  |  By Gabriel Sami

Canadiens celebrate big win in Carolina with powerful locker room moment

Dec 7, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; St. Louis Blues defenseman Logan Mailloux (23) stretches on the ice during warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Jan 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Logan Mailloux's struggles in St. Louis are making the Canadiens-Blues trade look one-sided

Jan 1, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Montréal Canadiens right wing Josh Anderson (17) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Jan 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Josh Anderson exits game against Carolina as Canadiens issue official statement

Oct 25, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (8) scores on this shot against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
Jan 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Unfortunate turnaround for Mike Matheson as he's ruled out vs. Hurricanes

Dec 30, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) looks on after scoring against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Jan 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

If Nick Suzuki is dealing with something, the Olympics and a busy schedule leave him no time to heal

Nov 8, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (8) prepares for a face off against the Utah Mammoth during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Jan 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens dodge a bullet with Mike Matheson ahead of Hurricanes game

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