Montreal Canadiens

Kirby Dach enters camp with a real chance to become the Canadiens' second-line centre, offering size, puck protection and playmaking that Montreal...

Morgan Frost’s smart passing and soft hands could complement Ivan Demidov’s skill set nicely.

• Stats: 43 points including 22 goals in 82 games last...

The Canadiens lost few key pieces this summer, underscoring their stable core under contract.

• Patrik Laine remains unsigned after injury-plagued...

Alexander Zharovsky gains an elite KHL mentor ahead of his next steps, with a former NHLer calling him a steal for the Montreal Canadiens.

Florian Xhekaj is a longshot to make the Montreal Canadiens roster. Grant McCagg analyzes his final two playoff games to break down the strengths and weaknesses that will determine if he cracks the NHL lineup.

Schedule Outlook

• One Aspect Of NHL Scheduling May Favour the Canadiens: The Canadiens have 19 games against opponents on the second night of a...

The Canadiens' quiet offseason draws mixed views on building a contender.

• Dach re-signing at $3.6M for one year is framed as a modest win,...

The Canadiens face a league-high 19 games against opponents on the second night of back-to-backs, and they'll be the fresher team in 15 of those contests. This built-in advantage could prove valuable during their playoff push.

The Canadiens locked in Jakub Dobes with a three-year, $16.07M extension after he led all rookie NHL goalies with 29 wins.

Montreal opens its expanded 84-game season with immediate travel and pressure.

• Road games in Toronto (Sept 29) and Pittsburgh (Oct 3) launch the...

The Canadiens signed Kirby Dach to a one-year, $3.6 million prove-it deal while the Devils committed two years and $9.5 million to Anthony Mantha.

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The Canadiens reached the Eastern Conference Finals before elimination by the Hurricanes.

• Key extensions: Demidov signed 8 years for $73M, Dobes 3...

The Canadiens' edge in Russia paid off again as Co-Director of European Scouting Nick Bobrov used family connections to identify Alexander Zharovsky,...

• Hughes avoids buying high and selling low, believing NHL players can still improve under proper coaching.
• Caufield and Suzuki have thrived with...

Roster Moves

• 🔥 Dach Re-Signed: The Canadiens re-signed RFA Kirby Dach to a one-year, $3.6 million deal to avoid arbitration.

2026-27...

The Canadiens proved they can compete with anyone by reaching the Eastern Conference Final, yet repeating that success faces a much steeper climb.

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The Canadiens face opponents on back-to-back rest 19 times next season, the highest total in the NHL.

• Toronto and Winnipeg get only five such...

The Canadiens are skipping costly UFA signings this summer, keeping roster spots clear for their own prospects to earn permanent roles.

• David...

• Canadiens draw 19 games vs back-to-back opponents, while Maple Leafs get just five
• Fans blast the gap as "insane" and question if the schedule favors Montreal
• Extra rest opportunities could swing playoff positioning in the heated rivalry

The newly released 2026-27 schedule delivers emotional reunions, outdoor hockey, and high-stakes rematches for Montreal.

• Home opener vs. Carolina...