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Leo Honein

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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 25  |  Par Leo Honein

The plan with Samuel Montembeault could change again due to the play of Fowler and Dobes
Nov 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) and teammate defenseman Jayden Struble (47) celebrate the win against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 25  |  Par Leo Honein

Former Habs player speaks out on Martin St-Louis' handling of Arber Xhekaj and Jayden Struble
Philip Danault and his family
Dec 25  |  Par Leo Honein

Phillip Danault's wife opens up as his return to Montreal reshapes family life
Nov 28, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Vancouver Canucks center Elias Pettersson (40) looks on against the San Jose Sharks in the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images
Dec 25  |  Par Leo Honein

What it would cost the Canadiens to acquire Elias Pettersson in a trade
Dec 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadians goalie Jacob Fowler (32) plays the puck during the second period of the game against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Dec 24  |  Par Leo Honein

Jacob Fowler reveals his two favorite players growing up
Kent Hughes and Phil Danault
Dec 20  |  Par Leo Honein

Kent Hughes reportedly made another roster move shortly after the Phillip Danault trade
Photo of Jacob Fowler
Dec 11  |  Par Leo Honein

Jacob Fowler set to start against the Penguins as Canadiens reveal projected lines
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  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens recall three players, including goaltender Jacob Fowler, after 6-1 loss to Lightning
Mar 7, 2025; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Michael Hage (19) skates with the puck against Penn State during a Big Ten Tournament quarter final game at Yost Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Dec 8  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens prospect Michael Hage has been named to Team Canada's World Juniors roster
Montembeault, Dobes and Kahkonen
Dec 8  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens clarify their initial goaltending plan before Montembeault was forced out with illness
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  |  Par Leo Honein

Senators face possible sanctions for breaking NHL helmet rule before game vs. Canadiens
Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Nashville Predators center Jonathan Marchessault (81) looks on against the Montreal Canadiens during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Nov 29  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens reportedly turned down a chance to land Jonathan Marchessault, says insider
Nov 26, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth left wing Michael Carcone (53) flips the puck into the net against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images
Nov 27  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens forward faces renewed criticism after another tough night against Utah
Nov 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Florian Xhekaj (63) skates a rookie lap during the warmup before the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Nov 25  |  Par Leo Honein

Georges Laraque offers advice and a warning to Florian Xhekaj before the game in Utah
Bryce Pickford
Nov 24  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens prospect flying under the radar is starting to turn heads
Oct 26, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators center Steven Stamkos (91) celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal against the Dallas Stars during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Image
Nov 24  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens linked to two veteran forwards who could complement their young team
Arber and Florian Xhekaj
Nov 22  |  Par Leo Honein

St-Louis outlines expectations for Florian Xhekaj and confirms his linemates for his NHL debut
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
Nov 21  |  Par Leo Honein

Jake Evans ruled out of today's practice after hit by Tom Wilson, with official update still pending
Nov 20, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault (35) is pulled from the game during the second period against the Washington Capitals at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Nov 20  |  Par Leo Honein

Martin St-Louis shifts stance on Montembeault and confirms the goalie competition is now open
Nov 11, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Zachary Bolduc (76) looks on against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Nov 19  |  Par Leo Honein

St-Louis had a long talk with Bolduc ahead of his second audition on the first line against the Capitals
Feb 27, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Islanders center Jean-Gabriel Pageau (44) faces off against Boston Bruins center John Beecher (19) during the third period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
Nov 17  |  Par Leo Honein

6-foot-3 centre placed on waivers becomes a realistic option for the injury-plagued Canadiens
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