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Leo Honein

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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
Nov 11, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson (48) passes the puck against Los Angeles Kings right wing Corey Perry (10) during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Nov 13  |  Par Leo Honein

Team USA evaluations highlight two factors affecting Lane Hutson's Olympic chances
Apr 27, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) and left wing Juraj Slafkovsky (20) wait for a face-off beside each other during the third period in game four of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Nov 13  |  Par Leo Honein

St. Louis restores Slafkovsky to the first line after being replaced by Demidov against the Kings
Photo of Martin St-Louis
Nov 12  |  Par Leo Honein

St-Louis makes adjustments and reveals his starting goalie for game against Stars
Nov 1, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov (93) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Ottawa Senators during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Nov 8  |  Par Leo Honein

Ivan Demidov Makes Important Change That's Earning Respect in Montreal
Nov 6, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Montréal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) skates with the puck against the New Jersey Devils during the first period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images
Nov 7  |  Par Leo Honein

Martin St-Louis' Usage of Ivan Demidov In Loss vs Devils Has Fans Asking Serious Questions
Canadiens and Devils logos
Nov 6  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens Announce Last-Minute Cancellation and Reveal Projected Lineup for Tonight's Game vs Devils
Noah Massie
Nov 3  |  Par Leo Honein

Canadiens Defensemen Prospect Let Go From Organization Following Roster Shake-Up
Oct 22, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) controls the puck against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images
Nov 1  |  Par Leo Honein

Pascal Vincent Left Speechless by Demidov's Talent: 'He Probably Has the Fastest Hands I've Ever Seen'
Canadiens and Senators logo
Nov 1  |  Par Leo Honein

Senators Taunt the Canadiens With Bold Lineup Decision Ahead of Highly Anticipated Game
Feb 22, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj (72) controls the puck in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images
Oct 29  |  Par Leo Honein

Journalist Sounds the Alarm on Arber Xhekaj and Explains How He Thinks He Lost His Identity
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