Canadiens News and Notes: Trade Rumours, Olympics and More Blain Potvin | February 9, 2026 In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumours, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has his work cut out for him as the team continues its most critical point of the rebuild. The Olympic…
Canadiens Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Olympic Break Edition THW Staff | February 8, 2026 The Montreal Canadiens’ schedule is entirely dominated by the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy. The NHL is currently on a league-wide pause until Feb. 25, meaning there…
NHL Rumours: Laine Trade Coming, Toews’ Decision & Oilers Bottom-Six Jacob Billington | February 8, 2026 In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start with Patrik Laine and his potential return after the Olympics, and what team he may be on when that time comes. Next, we…
Canadiens’ Laine Represents a Low-Risk Trade Deadline Addition Ryan Szporer | February 7, 2026 If the Montreal Canadiens can keep an open mind with regard to Sam Montembeault, they should be able to with regard to Patrik Laine.
Analyst Suggests Oilers-Canadiens Swap Involving Patrik Laine & Andrew Mangiapane Jesse Courville-Lynch | February 6, 2026 With the roster freeze now in effect as the Olympic Break approaches, the Edmonton Oilers are heading in needing a reset. While they are in a playoff spot, their recent…
Canadiens Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Roster Logjam, Laine’s Return and More THW Staff | February 1, 2026 Here are the key storylines and upcoming schedule for the Montreal Canadiens for the week of Feb. 1-7, 2026. The “Buyer” vs. “Seller” Dilemma With the March 6 trade deadline…
3 Canadiens Who Could Be Dealt Before the 2026 Trade Deadline William Bourget | January 27, 2026 As the trade deadline approaches, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves in an unusual, and enviable, position. Despite a long list of injuries throughout the season, the team has stayed competitive,…
What Is the Canadiens’ Plan for Patrik Laine? William Bourget | January 23, 2026 When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets, expectations were tempered, but curiosity was high. The former 40-goal scorer was seen as a low-risk, high-reward bet,…
NHL Rumors: Sherwood Flip, Laine Trade Hint, Pettersson Trade, Panarin Suitors Jim Parsons | January 20, 2026 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the San Jose Sharks may not be done dealing after acquiring Kiefer Sherwood, the Montreal Canadiens could be nearing the end of the Patrik Laine…
Canadiens Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Laine, Caufield, Trade Rumours and More THW Staff | January 18, 2026 Here are the key storylines for the Montreal Canadiens and their upcoming schedule for the week ahead of Jan. 18-25, 2026. The Imminent Return of Patrik Laine The biggest news…
Canadiens Double Down on Texier with Two-Year Extension Ryan Szporer | January 15, 2026 When the Montreal Canadiens first signed forward Alexandre Texier, fresh off having his contract terminated by the St. Louis Blues, they weren’t making a huge gamble. It was at least with house…
Positives of 3 Canadiens Being Snubbed From the Olympics William Bourget | January 4, 2026 When the Olympic rosters started to come out, it didn’t take long for Montreal Canadiens fans to notice some familiar names missing. As always, Olympic selections spark debate, frustration, and…