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Photo of Samuel Montembeault and Arber Xhekaj
4 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Samuel Montembeault's bench gesture during Jacob Fowler's game gets noticed

Dec 9, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault (35) skates during the warmup before the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
7 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Pierre LeBrun confirms Samuel Montembeault is no longer in team Canada's Olympic picture

Oct 25, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher (11) stick checks Vancouver Canucks forward Lukas Reichel (73) in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
11 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canucks place former first-round pick on waivers, creating an opportunity for the Canadiens

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) plays the puck against Ottawa Senators right wing Claude Giroux (28) during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
12 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Norman Flynn draws criticism after new comments on Nick Suzuki's Team Canada candidacy

Mar 18, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Joshua Roy (89) skates during the warmup period before the game against the Ottawa Senators at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
13 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens organization announces suspensions for four players and issues statement

Photo of Robert Rousseau
15 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens legend and four-time Stanley Cup champion Robert Rousseau passes away

Photo of Canadiens GM Kent Hughes
16 hours ago  |  By Elias Edmonson

Quinn Hughes blockbuster trade brings unexpected good news for Kent Hughes and the Canadiens

Oct 25, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) handles the puck against the Montreal Canadiens in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
Dec 12  |  By Elias Edmonson

Quinn Hughes traded as Canucks and Wild pull off a blockbuster deal

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Samuel Montembeault (35) takes shots during warm-up before the game against the Ottawa Senators at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Imag
Dec 12  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens make a clear decision on Samuel Montembeault after Jacob Fowler's call-up

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Dec 12  |  By Elias Edmonson

Pittsburgh Penguins place defenseman on waivers hours after loss to Canadiens

Dec 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (58) moves the puck in front of Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. The Canadiens won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Image
Dec 12  |  By Elias Edmonson

Insider suggests Fowler's Canadiens stint could be short-lived, but his play may change everything

Photo of Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler
Dec 12  |  By Elias Edmonson

We now know the meaning behind Jacob Fowler's subtle gesture toward the stands after the Canadiens' win

Dec 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Tristan Jarry (35) stops Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images
Dec 12  |  By Elias Edmonson

Tristan Jarry traded by the Penguins hours after facing the Habs, with a former Canadien involved

Dec 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby stretches for the puck near Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images
Dec 12  |  By Elias Edmonson

NHL announces change to Jacob Fowler's stat line after his debut game in Pittsburgh

Photo of Jacob Fowler (left) Martin St-Louis (right)
Dec 12  |  By Gabriel Sami

Martin St-Louis honors Jacob Fowler in special locker-room scene after his first NHL win

Dec 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler before his debut against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images
Dec 11  |  By Elias Edmonson

Jacob Fowler's mid-game gesture goes viral as he shines in NHL debut win

Dec 12, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) plays the puck against Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 11  |  By Elias Edmonson

New images released show the major highway accident that delayed the Canadiens-Penguins game

Photo of Canadiens and Penguins
Dec 11  |  By Elias Edmonson

Tonight's game between the Canadiens and Penguins is delayed due to a major accident

Photo of Nick Suzuki and Joey Hishon
Dec 11  |  By Elias Edmonson

Former Avalanche first-round pick joins Nick Suzuki on Canadiens Mentors Trip

Nov 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) plays the puck against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 11  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens scratch Arber Xhekaj and confirm multiple lineup changes for Penguins game

Photo of Jacob Fowler
Dec 11  |  By Leo Honein

Jacob Fowler set to start against the Penguins as Canadiens reveal projected lines

Apr 27, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Jake Evans (71) plays the puck against the Washington Capitals during the second period in game four of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 11  |  By Elias Edmonson

Renaud Lavoie reveals new update on Jake Evans after his departure for personal reasons

Sep 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) stretches during the warmup period before the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 11  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens break an NHL rule with Jacob Fowler, and it could lead to consequences

Sep 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) stops Pittsburgh Penguins forward Ben Kindel (81) during the shootout period at the Bell Centre.
Dec 11  |  By Gabriel Sami

Canadiens change course on Jacob Fowler and are poised to drop two big announcements

Photo of Jake Evans and Owen Beck
Dec 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

New details emerge on Jake Evans' injury as the reason for Beck's recall becomes clear

Dec 9, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault (35) during the third period of the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

Signs grow that a Canadiens trade is brewing as three teams send goalie scouts to the Bell Centre

Nov 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Dec 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

Nick Suzuki's postgame comments subtly point to goaltending issues after Habs' blowout loss to Lightning

Photo of Martin St-Louis
Dec 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

St-Louis explains Fowler's recall as the Habs keep the young goalie away from reporters

Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Jake Evans (71) gets ready for a face-off against the Nashville Predators during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

Injury uncertainty looms as Canadiens list Jake Evans away for 'personal reasons'

Photo of Samuel Montembeault and Jacob Fowler
Dec 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

Multiple surprises unfold at Canadiens practice, highlighted by a special scene between Monty and Fowler

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 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

Three Canadiens at risk of losing their spots after recent call-ups

Sep 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) takes a breather during the third period of the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 10  |  By Elias Edmonson

Jacob Fowler's NHL debut may come sooner than you think

Sep 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) celebrates the win against the Pittsburgh Penguins with teammates at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 9  |  By Leo Honein

Canadiens recall three players, including goaltender Jacob Fowler, after 6-1 loss to Lightning

Dec 2, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Ottawa Senators at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens make multiple power-play changes as Demidov loses his spot on PP1

Nov 15, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault (35) makes a glove save against the Boston Bruins during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Pierre LeBrun confirms major Olympic team Canada decision involving Samuel Montembeault

Sep 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Laurent Dauphin (36) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Virus spreads through Canadiens organization as multiple players fall ill and call-up plans shift

Photo of Colorado Avalanches Nathan MacKinnon and Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Avalanche approved to wear Nordiques jerseys for matchup against the Canadiens at the Bell Centre

Photo of Hunter Jones
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens organization completes another goalie move, settling the recent confusion

Nov 11, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach (77) skates against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Bizarre scene at the Bell Centre involving Kirby Dach as the Canadiens impose an unusual ban

Photo of Samuel Montembeault
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Big update on Sam Montembeault emerges live from practice, putting circulating rumours to rest

Photo of Martin St Louis and Samuel Montembeault
Dec 9  |  By Elias Edmonson

Canadiens call press conference as confirmation looms regarding Samuel Montembeault's status

Oct 4, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Samuel Montembeault (35) Look on against the Ottawa Senators during the second period at Bell Centre.
Dec 9  |  By Gabriel Sami

New rumors surround Canadiens goalie Samuel Montembeault after surprising locker room photo

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