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Canadiens’ Biggest Draft Busts of the 2010s

THW Archives | January 2, 2023

With an NHL-leading 24 Stanley Cups, the Montreal Canadiens are a bit of an enigma. They have the pedigree, but consistent success eludes them year to year, leading fans and…

Missed Opportunities: The Habs on Draft Day

Brianne Spiker | January 29, 2018

Every NHL team has had more than their fair shares of busts and missed opportunities at the draft. Selecting a player that doesn’t work out stings, especially if a future…

It Won’t Get Any Better Than This for Habs’ Louis Leblanc

Ari Grief | October 28, 2013

It definitely has not been an easy ride for Louis Leblanc, the Montreal Canadiens’ 18th overall pick in the 2009 entry-level draft.  But if the twenty-two year old Harvard-educated forward…

Canadiens Prospects Expected to be with the Hamilton Bulldogs

Mike Burse | September 3, 2013

Every year it can be a tense time for Coaches and Managers of American Hockey League franchises during National Hockey League training camps. They wait and hope to get some…

Heading to Hamilton: The Toronto Marlies Are Looking for a Knockout in Round 3

Stephen Stoneman | October 26, 2012

Looking at the final outcomes of their first five games, you could get the impression that this may be a bit of a yo-yo season for the Toronto Marlies.   Last…

Canadiens Need Top-Six Winger…Or Do They?

K. Ross Read | July 16, 2012

Looking at the Montreal Canadiens’ roster needs this off-season, the club finds themselves in a similar position to many teams around the league. Despite the emergence of Max Pacioretty as…

Montreal Canadiens sign a plethora of players

Fred Poulin | July 3, 2012

New Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin has been fairly active regarding the signing and the re-signing of key players for the organization in the past 72 hours. The rookie…

Louis Leblanc to End Canadiens Draft Drought?

The Hockey Writers | December 4, 2011

71 is a number we are going to get to see much more of in the near future. It was announced Sunday afternoon that Aaron Palushaj will be sent to the…

World Junior Hockey Championships 2011: Canada-USA Semifinal Breakdown

Christopher Ralph | January 3, 2011

Christopher Ralph is THW’s prospect and draft analyst. Hockey fans look forward to Christmas; Die hard hockey fans look more forward to Boxing Day and the start of the World…

World Junior Championships 2011 Players To Watch – Part 1: Jaden Schwartz, Sean Couturier, Brett Connolly & Ryan Ellis to lead the way for Team Canada

Christopher Ralph | December 21, 2010

Christopher Ralph is THW’s prospect and draft analyst   Hockey fans look forward to Christmas; Die hard hockey fans look more forward to Boxing Day and the start of the…

NHL Top 100 Prospect Rankings (Part 3: 26 to 50)

Christopher Ralph | October 1, 2010

Christopher Ralph is THW’s prospect and draft analyst. To qualify for this list, a prospect has to be drafted or signed as a free agent and is eligible for the…

#23 Louis Leblanc – 2009 NHL Entry Draft Rankings

Christopher Ralph | June 19, 2009

Christopher Ralph is a hockey writer with a focus on prospects and the entry draft, as well as the Leafs’ correspondent here at THW. “Full Potential” Prospect Profile:   Please “Click…

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