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Photo of Roman Kukumberg Jr
5 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Juraj Slafkovsky's former teammate Roman Kukumberg Jr in critical condition after car accident

Oct 4, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens left wing Samuel Blais (27) waits for a face-off against the Ottawa Senators during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
6 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

New personnel move hints at Canadiens' plan for Samuel Blais after latest roster shuffle

Nov 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; linesman Ryan Daisy (81) exchanges words with Montreal Canadiens forward Zack Bolduc (76) during the second period of the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
9 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Vancouver source links Canadiens forward Zachary Bolduc to the Canucks in latest trade talks

Photo of Kent Hughes
10 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Kent Hughes reportedly pursuing help in goal: three names on the Canadiens' radar

Photo of Andrei Markov
12 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Reporter reacts to Sportsnet skipping Markov's tribute, saying it would've been different for a Leafs player

Dec 3, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) fights Winnipeg Jets center Adam Lowry (17) during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
13 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Arber Xhekaj shares a heartfelt message after delivering his best fight of the season

Nov 26, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Montreal Canadiens left wing Florian Xhekaj (63) fights for the puck against Utah Mammoth left wing Lawson Crouse (67) and right wing JJ Peterka (77) during the second period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Image
15 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens make two roster moves as a call-up for Samuel Blais now seems likely

Photo of Martin St-Louis (left) and Oliver Kapanen (right
16 hours ago  |  By Gabriel Sami

A special scene unfolds in the Canadiens' locker room after their shootout win over the Jets

Photo of Andrei Markov and his Family
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Sportsnet under fire for not airing Andrei Markov's tribute before Canadiens-Jets matchup

Photo of Arber Xhekaj
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Arber Xhekaj sends a loud message to St-Louis and his teammates after his win over Adam Lowry

photo of Jets players
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Worrying scene at the Bell Centre before the Canadiens-Jets game as a player is struck in the face by a puck

Nov 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson (17) celebrates with teammates including forward Florian Xhekaj (63) after scoring a goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Martin St-Louis benched three players during the third period against the Senators

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) passes the puck against Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Brady Tkachuk's goal vs. Canadiens should have never counted due to a blatant missed call just prior

Nov 28, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Montréal Canadiens defenseman Jayden Struble (47) congratulates goaltender Sam Montembeault (35) after the Canadiens defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-1 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Suzuki reveals St-Louis' blunt locker-room message targeting certain players after loss to Senators

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens left wing Florian Xhekaj (63) skates during warm-up before the game against the Ottawa Senators at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens could make lineup changes for Jets game, Florian Xhekaj's spot may be in jeopardy

Photo of Lane Hutson and Brady Tkachuk
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Scene not shown on TV highlights an exchange between Hutson and Tkachuk

Photo of Martin St-Louis
Dec 3  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens call two notable press conferences today as lineup changes may be coming ahead of game vs. Jets

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) skates away with the puck against the Ottawa Senators during the third period at Bell Centre.
Dec 3  |  By Gabriel Sami

'It's the end of his career in Montreal': Former Canadien delivers a stark message about Arber Xhekaj's future

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson (85) celebrates with his teammates his goal against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 2  |  By Leo Honein

Senators face possible sanctions for breaking NHL helmet rule before game vs. Canadiens

Photo of Cole Caufield and Juraj Slafkovsky
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Habs stars filmed during private outing at a pub as fan's actions draw criticism

Photo of arber Xhekaj and Brady Tkachuk
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Georges Laraque sends a fiery message that sets the tone for the Canadiens-Senators clash

Photo of Ivan Demidov and Andrei Markov
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Andrei Markov makes surprise visit to the Canadiens locker room and shares a moment with Demidov

Photo of Canadiens and Senators
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Senators could make a lineup change ahead of game vs. Canadiens as things may get heated

Photo of Jayden Struble
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Jayden Struble returns to the ice in a regular jersey as Canadiens await lineup decision

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
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

Kirby Dach takes big step toward a return as he skates again in Brossard today

Apr 1, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle (21) skates during the warmup period before the game against the Florida Panthers at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

New development emerges involving Kaiden Guhle and Canadiens trade talks

Photo of Martin St-Louis
Dec 2  |  By Elias Edmonson

'I could have done a better job': St-Louis explains his surprising self-critique after loss to the Avalanche

Photo of Canadiens GM Kent Hughes
Dec 2  |  By Gabriel Sami

Canadiens' newest acquisition draws criticism from analyst Simon Boivert

Oct 22, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames center Morgan Frost (16) and Montreal Canadiens defenseman Alexandre Carrier (45) battles for the puck in front of Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes (75) during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Martin St-Louis addresses Alex Carrier's recent struggles with the Canadiens

Photo of Canadiens and Senators
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens get good news in the standings ahead of tomorrow's game against the Senators

Photo of Jakub Dobes
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Jakub Dobes leaves practice in discomfort after taking a shot off the arm

Nov 26, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; MontrÈal Canadiens goaltender Sam Montembeault (35) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

St-Louis names Montembeault the starter for Tuesday night's game against the Senators

Photo of Canadiens players at practice
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Martin St-Louis unveils lines and pairings from today's practice in Brossard

Nov 26, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; MontrÈal Canadiens defenseman Jayden Struble (47) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Jayden Struble misses practice with injury, still listed day-to-day

Oct 4, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens left wing Samuel Blais (27) plays the puck against the Ottawa Senators during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens could get reinforcements soon by recalling Samuel Blais

Nov 26, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (8) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Antoine Roussel says Mike Matheson could have landed $9 million per year

Apr 23, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Ryan Leonard (9) checks Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle (21) in the first period in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Dec 1  |  By Elias Edmonson

Dorion reveals why Hughes passed on Michkov - but expected the Habs to draft Ryan Leonard over Reinbacher

Nov 13, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault (35) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Dallas Stars at Bell Centre.
Dec 1  |  By Gabriel Sami

New names emerge as team Canada's Olympic goalie race takes a turn for Samuel Montembeault

Nov 28, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Jamie Drysdale (9) blocks the shot by New York Islanders left wing Emil Heineman (51) during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images
Nov 30  |  By Elias Edmonson

Islanders GM 'absolutely wanted' Emil Heineman in the Dobson trade - and the gamble is paying off

Photo of Canadiens prospect Bryce Pickford
Nov 30  |  By Elias Edmonson

Successful 6-foot-1 acquisition by the Canadiens draws big praise: 'He's got one heck of an attitude'

Nov 4, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders head coach Patrick Roy coaches against the Boston Bruins during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Nov 30  |  By Elias Edmonson

Why Patrick Roy is quietly entering the Jack Adams discussion early in the season

Apr 21, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Tyler Pitlick (24) during the warm-up session before the game against Philadelphia Flyers at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Jean-Yves Ahern-Imagn Images
Nov 30  |  By Elias Edmonson

Two players hit waivers as a former Canadiens forward suddenly becomes available

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