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Blain Potvin

Blain is a regular contributor as a THW Writer. Blain's work has been found in The Daily Mirror, Rocket Sports, Crier Media, the Score and many other sites. For over 7 years he has been a part time journalist and podcaster covering the NHL, the Montreal Canadiens and its affiliates. He has made appearances on various television and radio stations as well as podcasts to discuss the Canadiens, and the NHL. Blain has taken the lessons on integrity, ethics, values and honesty that he has learned in his 30+ years in the Canadian Armed Forces and has applied them to his work as a journalist with the goal to be a trusted source of information and entertainment.

Canadiens Can Weaponize Salary Cap to Become Cup Contender

Blain Potvin | October 31, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2025-26 season with expectations to contend for the playoffs. After an 8-3-0 start, they sit at the top of the Atlantic Division. While that may…

Categories Editor's Choice, Montreal Canadiens

Canadiens Add Another Draft Gem to the Roster in Zharovsky

Blain Potvin | October 28, 2025

Because of the trade of their two first-round picks to the New York Islanders for defenceman Noah Dobson, the Montreal Canadiens didn’t make a selection in the first round of…

Categories Canadiens Prospects, Editor's Choice, Montreal Canadiens

Canadiens’ Handling of Dach Will Define the Rebuild

Blain Potvin | October 23, 2025

It’s early in the 2025-26 season, but the Montreal Canadiens are sitting near the top of the Atlantic Division and the top five of the NHL in the standings. That isn’t to say…

Categories Montreal Canadiens

Canadiens Grooming Michael Hage for Key Role to Complete the Rebuild

Blain Potvin | October 19, 2025

Montreal Canadiens general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has to find a legitimate second-line centre to add to his roster. Kirby Dach has missed most of the last three seasons with…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, NCAA

Montreal Canadiens’ Top-20 Goal Scorers All-Time

Blain Potvin | October 13, 2025

There is no doubt that the Montreal Canadiens are the most iconic franchise in the hockey world. Having won 24 Stanley Cups since their inception in 1909 has helped the…

Categories Archives, Canadiens History, Hockey History, Montreal Canadiens, Top 10 Lists

Canadiens Preparing for Early Blockbuster Deal

Blain Potvin | October 10, 2025

After an offseason filled with blockbuster moves, the Montreal Canadiens finally began the season on Wednesday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. After an unexpected appearance in the 2025 playoffs, expectations…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, Pittsburgh Penguins

Canadiens News and Rumours: Demidov, Hutson and More

Blain Potvin | October 3, 2025

In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has his work cut out for him as the rebuild continues. The preseason is coming to an end, and the club will…

Categories Column, Montreal Canadiens, News and Rumors

Canadiens’ Culture and Toughness Will Accelerate the Rebuild

Blain Potvin | October 2, 2025

Montreal Canadiens’ general manager (GM) Kent Hughes stepped into an organization reeling from the loss of its franchise player in Carey Price, its leader in Shea Weber, and was in free fall from a Stanley Cup…

Categories AA, Montreal Canadiens

Canadiens’ Alex Newhook Poised for Breakout 2025-26 Season 

Blain Potvin | September 29, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens have had some success this preseason, with some young players making themselves known. However, one player has flown under the radar during training camp and could have…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, Season Previews

Hockey Documentaries to Watch Right Now

Blain Potvin | September 25, 2025

True fans know hockey involves more than a 60-minute game. From fictional movies about the sport to highlight reels online, hockey can be found in multiple forms. A number of…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, Hockey Movies

Canadiens News & Rumours: Centre Moves, Crosby, Rookie Camp & More

Blain Potvin | September 12, 2025

In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has his work cut out for him as he continues the hunt for a second…

Categories Column, Montreal Canadiens, News and Rumors

Canadiens Will Benefit from Lane Hutson’s Olympic Controversy

Blain Potvin | September 10, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens hit a home run selecting Lane Hutson 62nd overall at the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. The 21-year-old defenceman stepped into the NHL and became a key power-play…

Categories Montreal Canadiens
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