Montreal Canadiens vs. Carolina Hurricanes - May 31, 2026

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The Canadiens lose a top-six option for the season after a major decision is confirmed. Read More | https://t.co/Wal4HIcqrC #GoHabsGo #Canadiens

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Kirill Marchenko to Montreal: new development could favor Kent Hughes and the Canadiens. Read More | https://t.co/3MpscZHV3w #GoHabsGo #Canadiens

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5 reasons why the 2026 Stanley Cup Final is the best series in Hurricanes history #SoundtheSiren @benhuffman31 https://t.co/UdFeFD7UK9

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2026 Montreal Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #10 Oliver Kapanen #Habs https://t.co/3CXvTvpRXN

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#Habs Headlines: The largest contracts in NHL history https://t.co/gfIiqCIwmu

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5 reasons why the 2026 Stanley Cup Final is the best series in Hurricanes historyAs our series counting down every series in team history comes to an end, we dive deeper into this year's Stanley Cup Final to examine why it's truly the best.

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Early NHL Power RankingsWhere does every team stand heading into September 2026

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The real reason a Dylan Larkin trade for the Canadiens is not possible right nowThe Montreal Canadiens are still searching for a center to lead their second line, and on paper, Detroit Red Wings' Dylan Larkin is a perfect fit. He made it cl

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #10 Oliver KapanenAfter a very successful season with Timrå in the SHL, it wasn’t clear where Oliver Kapanen would line up, and with whom, on Montreal’s opening night of the 2025-26 season. Some on this site proposed…

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Habs Headlines: The largest contracts in NHL historyIn today’s links, Cale Makar’s contract in context of other substantial deals, Patrik Laine’s future, NHL Network begins its Top 50 countdown, and previewing the Vegas Golden Knights.

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3 Canadiens players with the most to prove in training campThe Montreal Canadiens are heading into next season with a roster very similar to the team that lost to the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final

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The Hurricanes realized their destiny in 2006, reaching the top for the first timeDespite nearly blowing another series lead, the Canes overcame a few hiccups to finish the Oilers in seven games, winning the franchise's first Stanley Cup.

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Cale Makar's massive new contract is actually a warning for the CanadiensCale Makar made NHL history by being the first NHL player to sign a contract with an AAV over $20 million. It is a steep price to pay, and for Montreal Canadien

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A new approach to analyzing the Montreal Canadiens’ penalty killPenalty-kill percentage doesn’t show much progress, but an alternate evaluation suggests otherwise.

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Kent Hughes' bet on internal growth is the riskiest move of the NHL offseasonThe Montreal Canadiens did not expect to be here already. Even though we knew they drafted incredibly well, made shrewd moves to build the top six, and signed p

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Fantasy Focus: Jakub DobesOn a team that had a few breakout performers last season, Jakub Dobes becoming a starting goalie certainly stood out. Now, entering camp fresh off a contract extension, what should be expected from…

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Everyone was shocked by what the Carolina Hurricanes did to the Devils in 2009Game 7 at the Prudential Center is one of the most memorable in franchise history, but it's not the only surprising ending for the Hurricanes in that series.

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Jacob Fowler draws comparisons to a young Carey Price after top prospect rankingJakub Dobes has been garnering all the attention from Montreal Canadiens fans and media. Rightfully so, Dobes was arguably the best goalie in the NHL during the

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Habs Headlines: Kent Hughes’s work stands out amidst NHL mega dealsIn today’s links. Cale Makar’s record-setting contract, praise for Hughes for getting buy-in from his core, setting a standard for elite defencemen, to potential fit in Buffalo for Connor Hellebuyck…

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Canadiens have a few reasons to watch the Connor Hellebuyck rumors closelyThe big news around the NHL was Connor Hellebuyck making his trade request from the Winnipeg Jets public. While the Montreal Canadiens should not be interested

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With a spot in the Final on the line, the Hurricanes survived a war with the SabresIn a physical seven-game march for the Prince of Wales Trophy, the Canes won their first Game 7 to claim the East crown for the second time in four seasons.

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Why Nick Suzuki's latest comments put subtle pressure on the Canadiens front officeOne of the big questions still lingering around the Montreal Canadiens is what they do with restricted free agents Zachary Bolduc and Arber Xhekaj. If Nick Suzu

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #11 Gleb PugachyovThe Canadiens wanted to add size this summer, and they may have landed a future NHL force in Pugachyov.

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Habs Headlines: The captain in the spotlightIn today’s links, Nick Suzuki hosts his annual golf tournament for the Asista Foundation, Noah Dobson returns to his roots, and Connor Hellebuyck wants out of Winnipeg.

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Acquiring Connor Hellebuyck would make logical sense for the Carolina HurricanesWith renewed attention brought on following Thursday's statement by the goalie and his representation, rumors will begin swirling again about a possible union.

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Power Ranking NHL Divisions 📊Best and worst divisions one month from puck drop 📲

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Carolina and Nashville gave us a fun, historic series that defied all expectationsIn a matchup we'll likely never see again, the Hurricanes and the Predators played a ton of hockey in a series full of overtime games and exciting finishes.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #12 Adam EngströmEngström had a very productive 2025-26 season, which drew the attention of Montreal — and several other NHL teams.

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Habs Headlines: Cole Caufield in a scoring class of his ownIn today’s links, Caufield’s scoring prowess, revamp for Bell Centre ice, are the salary-cap rules actually fair, investiagation into off-ice training incident, and more.

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2026 HabsWorld Prospect Position Rankings: Right-Shot WingersOne thing the Habs have a decent supply of is right-shot wingers. That’s a good thing for them as that spot is an area of weakness in their prospect pool.

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3 observations after the Canes' national broadcast schedule was released on WednesdayThe league revealed which games will receive national attention this season, with the defending champions seeing a slight bump in ESPN and TNT games in 2026-27.

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Remembering the Montreal Canadiens' greatest comeback in franchise historyLast season, the Montreal Canadiens built a reputation around being the “Comeback Kids,” setting a franchise record with 25 comeback victories. However, none of

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Nick Suzuki being ranked behind Auston Matthews is hard to justifyIt is no surprise that Montreal Canadiens' Nick Suzuki is in the Top 10 of the NHL Network's list of the Top 20 centers right now in the NHL for the 2026-27 sea

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Brandon Bussi's #StanleyCup meal of choice: Nana's famous seafood salad! (📸: IG/emilymcpphotography)

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The Canadiens trade that brought one of their worst goalies to MontrealIt goes without saying that the worst goalie trade in Montreal Canadiens history was trading Patrick Roy to the Colorado Avalanche. However, another trade with

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The Hurricanes' long-awaited return to the playoffs brings a stunning upset to startReaching the playoffs for the first time since 2009, the Canes ended the reign of the Washington Capitals in seven games, ensuring a new champ would be crowned.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #13 Bryce PickfordThe goal-scoring ability is undeniable. What about the rest of Pickford’s game?

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Habs Headlines: Something to proveIn today’s links, looking at potential internal battles at training camp, the Habs crowded blueline, and Victor Hedman prepares for a better season.

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Per @reporterchris, it's looking likely that every EBUG will be wearing Number 00 next season. Starting this season it is mandatory that every team has an EBUG that travels with the team to home and away games.

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Nouvelle glace en préparation... 🧊 New ice loading... #GoHabsGo

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Nick Suzuki has made his way into the Top 10 on the NHL Network's Top 20 centers On August 23rd, NHL Media producers and analysts released their list of the Top 20 centers in the league right now, highlighting the players as vital parts of t

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And just like that, Jarvy is off X for another few months. 😭

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The champs have arrived! The @Canes Championship exhibit is now on display at the Hockey Hall of Fame. 🏆

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BS Meter on Latest Trade Rumors 🌡️Which NHL stars might be on the move? 🤔

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The Hurricanes took comfort in overtime magic to reach the 2002 Stanley Cup FinalWinning three overtime games to beat Toronto in six games, the Canes' first trip to the conference finals ended with them claiming the Prince of Wales Trophy.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #14 Florian XhekajPhysicality is only part of Xhekaj’s game, and that gives him a much more confident projection as an NHLer.

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Habs Headlines: Examining the group of death that is the AtlanticIn today’s links, Suzuki short-changed in centre rankings, the strengths of the “group of death” division, no concerns about Maker signing, and more.

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Thomas Vanek's strange Montreal Canadiens tenure is easy to forgetRemember when Thomas Vanek played for the Montreal Canadiens? It was 2014, and the Canadiens became buyers at the trade deadline while in the midst of a playoff

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Why splitting up Montreal Canadiens best forward line actually makes senseThe Montreal Canadiens have not been able to add to their Top 6 yet this offseason, and with training camp right around the corner, head coach Martin St. Louis

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Key's new ink is fit for a champion 😮‍💨

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5 Montreal Canadiens forwards are on the verge of major personal milestonesLast season was memorable for several Montreal Canadiens forwards, particularly Nick Suzuki, who broke 100 points, and Cole Caufield, who had 50 goals. When loo

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The Hurricanes won their first series thanks to one of the best saves in team historyAfter splitting the first four games by defending home ice, a change in the net led to an extraordinary stop to regain momentum before the series slipped away.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #15 Owen BeckDespite the graduation of four players who were ahead of him last year, Beck remains 15th.

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Habs Headlines: Suzuki rises in centre rankingsIn today’s links, NHL Network releases its centre rankings, revisiting the Josh Anderson trade, previewing the San Jose Sharks after a busy off-season, and Anze Kopitar happy with retirement decision.

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The villain becomes a hero in Boston to help the Hurricanes avoid a total collapseWith the Canes nearly blowing a 3-1 lead, an unlikely hero emerged to win Game 7, but Boston fans might disagree with Scott Walker being labeled as a "hero".

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Habs Headlines: Checking in on Yvon LambertIn today’s links, Dave Stubbs visits Lambert, looking back at the trade that brought in Michael Hage, expansion to Texas on the horizon, and previewing the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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Ivan Demidov could be the Montreal Canadiens' biggest upgrade this seasonThe Montreal Canadiens have not done much this offseason. As it stands, the Canadiens will enter next season with a very similar roster. The major roster moves

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Canadiens have a reason to act quickly if Drake Batherson talks remain stalledThe Montreal Canadiens have remained patient this offseason as they hope to upgrade their roster after a deep playoff run. However, it might be time for general

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An improbable comeback pushed the Canes to the conference finals for the first timeFacing a potential 3-1 series deficit in Montreal, Carolina went on the warpath to create one of the best moments in franchise history before storming through.

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Habs Headlines: Paupanekis ready for the challenge of the NCAAIn today’s links, Paupanekis on his jump to St. Cloud State, Habs and Sharks set for duelling contention windows, projecting Laval’s lineup, Cole Hutson trying to fill Lane’s shoes…

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One surprising candidate is emerging in Canadiens trade rumors before campThe Montreal Canadiens have some decisions to make on their blueline and might have to make them sooner rather than later. The Top 6 defensemen in ice time last

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NHL27 Rankings by Position 📋Who got snubbed? Drop your takes here 📲

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The arrival of a franchise goalie began a glorious run for the Hurricanes in 2006In a deep hole after a rough start in Raleigh, the Canes turned to their rookie netminder for his first postseason start, and the rest, as they say, is history.

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Why an unexpected injury in Columbus could solve Montreal's goaltending dilemmaWith Jakub Dobes and Jacob Fowler within the organization and looking like the future, it felt almost certain that the Montreal Canadiens would trade Samuel Mon

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #16 L.J. MooneyA productive freshman season moves Mooney up five spots from last year’s debut.

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Nick Suzuki just got a huge endorsement from an NHL legendIt is easy to forget that Nick Suzuki is still early in his career, with him already playing seven seasons with the Montreal Canadiens. However, their top-line

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Habs Headlines: Opening the windowIn today’s links, evaluating the Habs’ window, the NHL partners with FC Bayern Munich, and the Pittsburgh Penguins add to their Hall of Fame.

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Canadiens stars get some questionable treatment in The Athletic's NHL under-23 rankingsIt is no longer a surprise to see a list come out of the best young players in the NHL, and it is being filled with Montreal Canadiens players. The Athletic wri

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Canadiens catch an unnecessary stray in Zach Benson ranking defenseThe Montreal Canadiens are considered to have one of the brightest futures of any NHL team, according to some, like Paul Pidutti with Sportsnet, who had the Can

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The Hurricanes' 2024 rematch with New York was even more electric the second timeFeaturing one of their most exciting games from the last few years, the Canes ended the Islanders' season for the third time in six postseasons in five games.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #17 Bogdan KonyushkovA productive season in the KHL was followed by an ELC, and that boosted Konyushkov in our annual ranking.

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Thursday Habs Headlines: High praise for Nick SuzukiIn today’s links, Bergeron praises Suzki, Dobeš is the bargin of the season, Flyers looking to pick up where they left off, Canucks betting on major revamp, and more.

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2026 HabsWorld Prospect Position Rankings: CentresDepth down the middle is something that’s always in short supply and high demand. The Habs have done some work on that front over the years to put together a decent prospect pool at that pos…

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Montreal Canadiens hold the best future outlook in the entire NHLIt is no secret that the future is bright for the Montreal Canadiens but do they have the best outlook in the entire NHL? Well, one ranking certainly believes t

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NHL Teases New Uniform Line 👀Fanatics to create 'Hometown Remix' edition jerseys for all 32 teams

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Canadiens set to honour Carey Price following Hockey Hall of Fame inductionCarey Price will be joining some of the Montreal Canadiens' all-time greats. The organization has announced that before their game against the Minnesota Wild on

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This Montréal Canadiens player is still underrated despite recent accolades After consistently improving each season, this player is still not given the recognition he deserves

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Years of failure flew out the window when the Hurricanes finally conquered the humpFor the first time since 2006, the Canes won the Eastern Conference Finals, knocking out the Canadiens in five games to keep the party going in Raleigh.

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This Canadiens player could be traded before the season startsThe Montreal Canadiens have a good problem heading into the 2026-27 season. They have too many young defencemen fighting for spots, and eventually, Kent Hughes

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NHL insider believes two of Montreal's division rivals are eyeing Patrik LainePatrik Laine is still looking for a new home this offseason, but according to one NHL insider, two teams have emerged as the frontrunners, and this could be an

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Zachary Bolduc breaks silence on contract talks with CanadiensWith training camp just under a month away, the Montreal Canadiens still have two remaining RFA’s that need to be signed. The Canadiens submitted qualifying off

Habs to Honor Carey Price ❤️

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Carey Price's homecoming is set for November 10! Read ↓ #GoHabsGo https://t.co/J34Z2sUD0N

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Montreal Canadiens may still have something brewing this offseasonTraining camp is only a few weeks away for the Montreal Canadiens, and it has been a relatively quiet offseason to this point. However, just because a deal hasn

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19 years apart, the Canes proved their postseason dominance of the Devils is timelessWith the records skewing largely in the Canes' favor, these battles, separated by nearly two decades, represent poignant reminders of that fact.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #19 Owen ProtzAhead of his first professional season in the OHL, the punishing defender cracks our Top 25 for the first time.

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The Canadiens’ second-line center battle could be Martin St. Louis’ biggest training camp decisionAlex Newhook was the Montreal Canadiens' breakout star of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff run alongside Jakub Dobes. While Dobes kept the Canadiens in every game,

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Tuesday Habs Headlines: Contracts and InvitationsXhekaj and Bolduc among the remaining RFAs without contracts, Alexey Vlasov invited to the Habs’ rookie camp, and more in today’s links.

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The Wolves brought back their captain, and the Canes made a sneaky trade on MondayThe AHL roster retained a leader and could benefit from a minor deal that the Canes made with the Sabres on a slightly busier day than most this offseason.

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Canadiens could be competing with division rivals in race to acquire Kirill MarchenkoFor most of the summer, the Montreal Canadiens have been a popular trade partner with the Columbus Blue Jackets for Kirill Marchenko. However, the Blue Jackets

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Canadiens prospect Adam Engstrom has outgrown the AHLWhile the Montreal Canadiens have not made many NHL transactions this offseason, they have been actively restructuring their prospect pipeline. Joshua Roy and S

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Jakub Dobes earns well-deserved spot in NHL Network Top 10 goalie rankingsJakub Dobes took over the starting job midway through last season with the Montreal Canadiens and never looked back. As the season went along, he seemed to get

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Long-time rivals met again in 2025 for a series leaning heavily in Carolina's favorAfter a thrilling bout six years earlier, a more experienced Hurricanes team took it to the division champs, emerging in five games over the Capitals.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #20 Jared DavidsonIn his final year of eligibility, Davidson slides comfortable within the Top 25.

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Habs Headlines: Jakub Dobeš named among league’s top goaliesIn today’s links, Dobeš ranks among league’s top 10 goalies, what to expect from the New Jersey Devils this season, the Devils’ best prospects, and Logan Stankoven’s day with the Stanley Cup.

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Canadiens still have not seen the best of Juraj SlafkovskyWhen the Montreal Canadiens took Juraj Slafkovsky with the first overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, the team knew he would be a project. He had all the m

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Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield could break historic Canadiens records together in 2026-27Since Cole Caufield joined the Montreal Canadiens full-time during the 2021-22 season, he has been paired almost exclusively with Nick Suzuki. Over the years, t

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The Hurricanes made it look easy as the Stankoven line anchored their sweep of OttawaThe forward trio was all over the scoresheet as the Canes opened the 2026 postseason with a quick four-game set against the Senators to start their Cup run.

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Remember When … the Canadiens turned the captaincy into a competitionA look back at 2014-15, when the Habs ditched the C and rolled with four alternates instead.

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Habs Headlines: L.J. Mooney aims to be Montreal’s next small starIn today’s links, Mooney sees his path ahead, Habs’ salary-cap situation looking strong, the partnership between the dynasties and Tony the Tailor, previewing the Predators…

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Habs Lose Rights to Jack SmithAugust 15th at 5:00 PM ET is an important time on the NHL calendar as it’s the time when unsigned college seniors have to either be signed or become free agents. It’s the latter for now-former pro…

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Predicting the Montreal Canadiens protection list as NHL expansion rumors heat upIt seems almost a certainty at this point that the NHL will be expanding in the next couple of years. Recently, player agent Allan Walsh noted that the two citi

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With Aho making team history, the Hurricanes squeaked past the Islanders in 2023The Battle of Sebastian Ahos in the opening round in 2023 saw the Canes' star get hot at the right time, continuing his efforts to rewrite Hurricanes history.

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Habs Headlines: Kent Hughes’s worst tradesIn today’s links, looking at Hughes’s trade history, looking ahead to the sophomore seasons of Dobeš and Demidov, Reinbacher’s place among the prospects, why Bobrovsky chose Toronto over Florida…

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Cam Reid reveals why Michael Hage is staying at Michigan over MontrealOne of the bigger disappointments this summer for the Montreal Canadiens was Michael Hage's decision to return to Michigan instead of going to the NHL. The Cana

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2022 NHL re-draft confirms Canadiens landed the two best players in classEntering the 2022 NHL Draft, the Montreal Canadiens had the first overall pick and there was plenty of debate if Juraj Slafkovsky or Shane Wright should be the

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Despite injuries piling up, the Hurricanes fought for their first sweep in 2019Missing key players to begin the series and losing even more early in the round, the Canes punched their ticket to the conference finals against the Islanders.

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3 players Sasha Pastujov must beat out for a roster spot with CanadiensAt this point of the offseason, the Montreal Canadiens have 11 forwards who are likely to be on their roster on Opening Night. That doesn't include Zachary Bold

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This player could challenge Guy Lafleur's single-season goal recordIs a sixty-one goal season that far away for this Montréal Canadiens forward?

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #21 Timofei RuntsoThe 2026 NHL Draft was a shift in mentality for the Montreal Canadiens. It wasn’t as hyped or celebrated as some of their previous draft classes. There was no steal or standout gems taken early…

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Habs Headlines: More accolades for Juraj SlafkovskýIn today’s links, Juraj Slafkovsky picks up a pair of honours in Slovakia, the NHL unveils its preseason schedule, and Peter Maher passes away.

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Noah Dobson still has something to prove after strong first season with CanadiensThe Montreal Canadiens made a huge splash in the 2025 offseason, acquiring defenceman Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders. The Canadiens had needed a top-en

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Habs Sign Sasha PastujovAfter acquiring him earlier this month, the Habs have signed winger Sasha Pastujov to a one-year, two-way contract, per a team announcement on Thursday.

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Montreal Canadiens sign F Sasha Pastujov to one-year, two-way contractThe Montreal Canadiens signed forward Sasha Pastujov to a one-year, two-year contract the team announced on Thursday. Pastujov was acquired by the Canadiens from the Anaheim Ducks on July 27.

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The Hurricanes swept their way to history, earning their rightful spot atop the MetroFacing their only division foe in the postseason this year, the Canes made quick work of the Flyers and rode their brooms to a feat never before seen.

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Canadiens must give Alex Newhook a chance to prove playoffs weren't a flukeDuring the playoffs last season, the Montreal Canadiens got an unexpected performance from Alex Newhook. He emerged as one of their most productive forwards wit

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Habs Headlines: Kent Hughes could still make moves this fallIn today’s links, the possibility of a fall trade, Suzuki’s 2026 achievements, interesting position for the Habs in Atlantic Division, acquisitions who could make a big impact, and more.

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Canadiens thankfully were not close to a disastrous trade for this Vancouver starFor most of the summer, general manager Kent Hughes has talked about how frustrating it was to try to get a trade done. They were trying to be aggressive but we

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Canadiens’ Jakub Dobes has little room for error with Jacob Fowler waitingGoing into last season, the Montreal Canadiens' unquestioned starter was Samuel Montembeault. He was coming off the best season of his career, helping the Canad

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The Hurricanes brought out the steamroller in this one-sided clash with the DevilsThere was plenty of history made when Carolina trounced New Jersey in the second round in 2023, including goals aplenty and Wayne Gretzky 2.0.

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This Canadiens player is headed for a break out seasonAfter bouncing around to a few different teams, this Canadiens player with a new contract is ready for a career year.

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #23 Sasha PastujovA late addition to this year’s pool. Pastujov makes his first appearance in Top 25 Under 25.

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Habs Headlines: Quiet, but not idleIn today’s links, the Canadiens quiet, but not uneventful offseason, the 1986 Cup winners reunite, and the New York Islanders give the fans a chance to pick their third jerseys.

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Canadiens should give Zachary Bolduc another chance on the team’s top lineZachary Bolduc’s debut season with the Montreal Canadiens definitely did not go the way he would have wanted. Bolduc was one of the Canadiens' prized acquisitio

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Canadiens have plenty of options to replace Brendan Gallagher as alternate captainThis offseason, the Montreal Canadiens traded Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks. It certainly was a tough decision as the Canadiens drafted Gallagher b

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Seth Jarvis' #StanleyCup snack of choice? Ribs and poutine 😋

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Home ice and an unlikely hero saved the Hurricanes from a stunning opening-round lossIn a seven-game clash with each game won by the home team, featuring several one-sided affairs, the Canes were fortunate to come out on top against the Bruins.

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Canadiens' Nick Suzuki is laying the foundation for a Hall of Fame careerOver the past three years, The Athletic has put together its list of players who might one day end up in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Since the Montreal Canadiens w

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #24 Tyler ThorpeThorpe makes the Top 25 after his first season in the AHL.

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Tuesday Habs Headlines: Goalie TalkCarey Price likes were the Habs are, both in net, and in process, Frederik Andersen and Sergei Bobrovsky and their new teams, and more in today’s links.

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Canadiens never gave Max Pacioretty the offensive help he deservedThe Montreal Canadiens scored the sixth-most goals in the NHL last season while possessing two of the league's more offensively gifted players. Cole Caufield wa

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Carey Price identifies the special traits in Jakub Dobes and Jacob FowlerCarey Price is considered one of the best goalies in Montreal Canadiens' history, but sees something in both of the current goalies that one day could have them

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Milestones and firsts made the Hurricanes' return in the 2020 bubble so much sweeterOf the 34 postseason series that the Carolina Hurricanes have played, we've already tackled all 11 losses, wrapping that up on Sunday. Now, let's talk about all

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2026 Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: #25 Yvegeni VolokhinPerforming as one of the top goaltenders in the VHL boosts Volokhin into the Top 25 for the first time.

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NHL Network's rankings prove Lane Hutson belongs in the Norris Trophy conversationLane Hutson has had an incredible start to his NHL career with the Montreal Canadiens after winning the Calder Memorial Trophy as a rookie and then improving ac

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Habs Headlines: “It sure feels that they’re a contender”In today’s links, Price likes Montreal’s construction and goaltending, Hutson ranks among top NHL defencemen, previewing the Detroit Red Wings, and top performances from the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.

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NHL insider believes a Canadiens trade could stretch into the regular seasonThe Montreal Canadiens have yet to make a big splash this offseason, outside of extending key players like Ivan Demidov and Jakub Dobes. However, Stu Cowan find

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What might it take for Cole Caufield to become Montreal's all-time goal leader?For the first time in 35 years, the Montreal Canadiens had a 50-goal scorer with Cole Caufield scoring 51 and tying Stephane Richer, who reached that total duri

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Habs Loan Vinzenz Rohrer to EV Zug in SwitzerlandAmid reports that Vinzenz Rohrer was hoping to stay in Switzerland for the upcoming season, he will get his wish. The Habs announced Sunday that they’ve loaned the forward to EV Zug for the …

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A villain was born and a curse continued for the Hurricanes against the Cats in 2023Despite being swept in their third straight trip to the Eastern Conference Finals, the four games between Carolina and Florida were as tight as they could be.

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Habs Headlines: Dobeš is fine with two- or three-goalie tandemIn today’s links, Dobeš is ready for whatever the new season brings, Carrier believes team’s combination of youth and playoff experience is a big benefit, previewing the Dallas Stars…

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Former Hurricane announces his surprise retirement after signing overseas this summerInitially agreeing to a two-year contract in Sweden, a former member of the organization decided to step away from the game once more on Friday.

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Before winning it all, the Canes felt the sting of defeat in the Stanley Cup FinalFacing one of the best teams of the 2000s, the Hurricanes had their hands full against the Detroit Red Wings in 2002, marking the team's first trip to the end.

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Why Philipp Kurashev is a zero-risk, high-reward PTO target for the CanadiensAt this point in the offseason, the Montreal Canadiens don't have many options to upgrade their Top 6. They certainly could look at Vladimir Tarasenko, who migh

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With expansion on the horizon, the Montreal Canadiens must avoid this poison pill in future contract negotiationsThe Montreal Canadiens have been doing their share of winning off the ice. Nick Suzuki just won the Selke Trophy, and the NHL as a whole agrees that Kent Hughes

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Habs Headlines: Players in line for bigger things this yearIn today’s links, the most likely players to improve, the valuable contracts for Hutson and Demidov, and the potential downside, Hutson set to become NHL’s top defenceman, Anze Kopitar’s number to be…

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Vladimir Tarasenko could be Canadiens' best option left in free agencyVladimir Tarasenko may not be the perennial 30-goal scorer he was in his prime, but he is someone the Montreal Canadiens should definitely consider. During the

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Carolina Offseason Tidbits: Volume 6 - Prospect Showcase Comes to RaleighYour best source for quality Carolina Hurricanes news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Turning back the clock, the Caniacs' playoff appetite began with a big clash in 1999In just their second season since relocation, the Canes met a familiar face from the Northeast, dropping the series in a tight six-game clash against Boston.

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Early look at 5 players who are likely entering their final season with CanadiensWhile the Montreal Canadiens did a good job securing the core for the future with extensions for Ivan Demidov and Jakub Dobes this summer, they were also proact

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Re-Ranking NHL FAs Still Available 📊Breaking down players still on the market 📲

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What could have been: The Sebastian Aho Offer SheetA larger offer could have saved the Montréal Canadiens' centre depth

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2025 Montreal Canadiens Top 25 Under 25: The Near Misses (34-26)We look at the group of players who came closest to cracking the Top 25 without making the cut.

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Habs Headlines: Writing their own storiesIn today’s links, the Xhekajs are profiled by the UNHCR, three players who could surprise at training camp, and the Penguins sign Ville Koivunen to an… 8 year contract?