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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, The Hockey News, the Score and many other sites. For over 10 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 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

Canadiens’ Reinbacher Receiving NHLPA Showcase Invite Signals Big 2025-26

Blain Potvin | September 4, 2025

It’s finally September, and for NHL fans, that means that they will finally have hockey to watch this month. It will be training camps, preseason games and prospect showcases, but it…

Categories Canadiens Prospects, Montreal Canadiens

Canadiens News & Rumours: Bold Predictions, Hutson’s Future, Demidov and More

Blain Potvin | August 27, 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 Canadiens’ youth are building…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, News and Rumors

Canadiens Training Camp Poised for Intense Competition at Centre 

Blain Potvin | August 24, 2025

There will be some intense competition at Montreal Canadiens training camp in 2025-26. On defence, players like Arber Xhekaj and Jayden Struble will battle for a role on the bottom…

Categories Editor's Choice, Montreal Canadiens

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Zachary Bolduc

Blain Potvin | August 23, 2025

The offseason leading into the 2025-26 season continues, and with the major events such as the NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, Season Previews

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Ivan Demidov

Blain Potvin | August 20, 2025

The 2025 offseason continues, and with the major events such as the NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear on as NHL management…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, Previews and Predictions

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Kirby Dach

Blain Potvin | August 19, 2025

NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear on as NHL management groups take a bit of a breather before the training camps begin.…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, Season Previews
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