RUMOR | Over $8M per year for Mason Marchment

Today is July 1. Happy Canada Day, happy move, happy Free Agency Day, and so on.
On this hot July day, the Montreal Canadiens will try to improve their roster. And if that's going to happen, it's likely to come via a trade.
Expecting a blockbuster move in the unrestricted free-agent market is unlikely at this point.If you're hoping for a big splash, we regret to inform you that Montreal Canadiens GM Kent Hughes won't be making one in the unrestricted free-agent pool. @EricEngels says there are s

Those who wanted to see Mason Marchment sign a contract with the Canadiens will be disappointed.
We knew there was a lot of interest in his services on the market, and in the end, the Sharks won the race.
Marchment is heading to San Jose, and as reported by Elliotte Friedman, the deal is reportedly a five-year contract worth approximately $7 million per season. Mason Marchment sounds like he's headed to San Jose…the long-time home of his father, Bryan, who has played both on- and off

Will Tarik Skubal be traded this summer? That's the million-dollar question everyone in Major League Baseball is asking themselves every day.
If so, we know there are several teams to watch in the race for this top-tier left-handed pitcher. That's only natural: we're talking about one of the best pitchers in MLB and a two-time Cy Young Award winner.
But who will go after him, then?
The more we read about the situation, the more one team's name keeps coming up. This time, it's Bob Nightengale's t

It's official: Ivan Demidov has signed a long-term contract with the Canadiens.
The young Russian has signed an eight-year deal to stay in Montreal for the long term. Keep in mind that this new contract won't take effect for another year, as he'll still be on his entry-level contract next year.
The big question was what the salary would be. And we finally have the answer: he signed for $9.125 million per year.
He will therefore be the team's highest-paid forward (starting in 2027–28), but

Ivan Demidov’s agent has just set the internet ablaze on X.
Dan Milstein—without holding back—claims he has something big coming to Montreal.
What does that mean? There are a few possible options, in my view.Gold Star Hockey has big news coming out of Montreal. More to come. #AreYouGoldStar?
— Dan Milstein (@HockeyAgent1) July 1, 2026Of course, we know that Demidov will be eligible to sign a contract extension today. The young Canadiens player could be in line for a new d

The team that has come up most often in connection with Patrik Laine over the past few months is the Kings.
We know the California team was interested in acquiring him at the trade deadline, but a deal ultimately failed to materialize.
We also know that the Lightning are keeping a close eye on the situation.
But now the Flames and the Wild are also organizations to keep an eye on, just minutes before the free-agent market opens.
David Pagnotta broke the news.In addition to LA and TB, I believe t

The Canadiens’ development camp began yesterday in Brossard.
The players at camp underwent their physicals yesterday, and it wasn't until this morning that they took to the ice at the CN Complex.
That said, there's one notable absence from camp right now: Gleb Pugachyov. And we know why.
Basically, the Canadiens prospect, who was selected in the first round of the last draft, wasn't able to get his visa in time.
Today is July 1, a holiday in Canada… and that complicated the process.

Soccer is not the only game in town this July. Clue (The Musical) hits the Queen E at the end of the month. You can also see all four Bard on the Beach plays, the Arts Club’s Come from Away and The Play That Goes Wrong, two Theatre Under the Stars musicals, and two plays from Ensemble Theatre’s Bloodlines Festival. And you’ll pay less for tickets. Antigone When: To Sept. 18Where: Sen̓áḵw/Vanier ParkTickets & info: From $30 at bardonthebeach.orgOne of the

When peak touring season hits, it can all get a bit overwhelming deciding on which gigs to catch or skip.The fact that July in Vancouver tends to bring some of the sunniest, warmest weather of the year means going to a gig is competing with patio beverages, sunsets at the beach and all manner of other summer distractions.Obviously, you need to be strategic in your choices of what to see and that is where this list comes in.These are the 10 concerts this month with must-see status in our books.

Mavrik Bourque was one of the young players on the Dallas Stars.
That's now a thing of the past.
Mavrik Bourque is now part of the young core of the… Nashville Predators. Elliotte Friedman reports on Twitter that the Quebec native has been traded to the Preds, and it's fair to say this move came a bit out of the blue. There was a threat of a hostile bid for him, and the Stars wanted to maximize his value.Hearing Mavrik Bourque to Nashville
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 1,

My colleague Charles-Alexis Brisebois mentioned this earlier this morning while summarizing Major League Baseball action. Willson Contreras was up to his old tricks again yesterday during a game between the Boston Red Sox and the Washington Nationals.
The Sox's first baseman was ejected from the game after throwing his helmet at an opponent during a bench-clearing brawl in the fourth inning. He could face a suspension for his dangerous action.
On Monday, against the Nationals, he hit a long home

Things are heating up in Dallas. Maybe a little too much, actually.
For the past few days, the Stars have been facing a string of rejections. First, Jason Robertson turned down a chance to sign with Seattle. Then, Zach Werenski declined an offer to come play in town.
Is it just me, or should Jim Nill have checked BEFORE anything happened to make sure these guys were actually interested in a new destination?
But anyway. All this to say that right now, it feels like the Stars want to make a big mo

Several players will become free agents at noon today. The pond won't be teeming with big fish, since most of them have already been snapped up over the past few days, but there will still be a few good catches for GMs looking to fill “less critical” needs.
The Canadiens will be active over the next few hours—either on the trade market or via unrestricted free agents…
They have no choice: they must add at least one goaltender to their depth chart. Maybe even two or three

When Aaron Judge got injured in early June, the Yankees players stepped up.
After all, at first, the Bombers won 10 out of 12 games without their captain.
That said, at some point, such an absence is bound to take its toll. Lately, the hitters have been struggling to do their job, and that isn't helping the team's standing in the standings.
The team has, in fact, lost eight of its last ten games.
Naturally, Aaron Boone and the rest of his staff must be eager to see the MVP back in action and in

The Chicago Blackhawks gave up the moon—including a fourth overall pick—to acquire Bowen Byram from Buffalo.
It was clearly to be expected that the player would hold out for his new team with an iron fist when it came to salary negotiations. He held the balance of power.
After all, the Hawks couldn't afford to let him slip away into free agency in a year.
And now, according to Darren Dreger, the defenseman is set to sign a six-year contract (2027–2033) that will pay him $12.5 m

The family of Baltimore Ravens player Calais Campbell is facing a heartbreaking tragedy.
His mother, Nateal Campbell, 71, was found dead at her home in Atlanta, Georgia. In connection with the case, the NFL veteran's brother, Ciarre Campbell, is now facing serious criminal charges.
According to authorities, police went to Nateal Campbell's residence on Tuesday at the request of a concerned family member who had not heard from her. A welfare check was then conducted at the home, located in the up

This story is causing quite a stir.
Zach Werenski, who doesn't want to sign a new contract with Columbus (his current one expires in 2028), is expected to leave Columbus soon to play elsewhere.
His GM is on the case.
The story that's been causing a huge stir in the last few hours is that the player turned down the Dallas Stars as part of a trade that would have sent Thomas Harley to Ohio.
Several sources have reported the news.https://t.co/nuAC45YC2U
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July

There are two days left to vote for the All-Star Game starters among position players in Major League Baseball.
Aside from Shohei Ohtani and Ernie Clement, who are guaranteed to participate, the top two vote-getters at each position in each league are competing against each other.
The player with the most votes will be the starter. The other player will have to be invited by the league to potentially be on the bench.
It's generally understood that in most cases, players who aren't elected to the

Despite the fact that the Toronto Blue Jays snapped a six-game losing streak last night (Monday) against the New York Mets, things aren't looking rosy in the City of Kings. Currently, the Blue Jays are two and a half games out of the final Wild Card spot in the American League as the All-Star Game approaches.
And the Canadian team has made a last-minute adjustment to its lineup for tonight's game, as reported by Mitch Bannon of The Athletic, by removing first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. from t

Things haven’t been going well in Columbus over the past few days. The Blue Jackets are set to lose several players to free agency, and rumors surrounding Kirill Marchenko and Zach Werenski have begun to circulate.
This time, the focus is on Werenski. There have been many reports suggesting he wants to join a team with the potential to win a championship, but nothing concrete has emerged. However, the situation appears to have moved forward.
During his appearance on TSN's “Insider Tr

It didn't take long for Gleb Pugachyov to become a fan favorite. A big player who plays with grit and hits hard—that goes over well in Montreal.
While many Canadiens fans were charmed when the first overall pick said he'd destroy Tom Wilson in a fight, let's just say that the charm worked even faster on the Habs' front office.
In an interview with Stu Cowan of The Montreal Gazette, Nick Bobrov shared details about the organization's early interactions with the player who would become the 2

Patrick Corbin in the bullpen
Tomorrow, either an opener or Spencer Miles will start.
Possible pitchers for tomorrow include Corbin and Spencer Miles (Miles will now be stretched out again). The Jays may also use an opener.The final decision will be made after the Jays finish tonight's game. According to Schneider,Corbin took the news of the change in stride.
— Ben Nicholson-Smith (@bnicholsonsmith) June 30, 2026
Simeon Woods Richardson in Buffalo
He remains in the Blue Jays' organization

PROGRAMMING NOTE IS NEAR THE END OF THIS POST:Everyone thinks or is hoping that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will get married very soon – while also hedging that perhaps they’re already secretly married but will host a huge wedding celebration this week – in New York City, probably but maybe not but possibly but who really knows, at Madison Square Garden.Permits have been secured. Event companies have been seen unloading equipment etc outside the venue. Every six hours there&r

Foundation has long been a highlight of the annual EDM music festivals in Vancouver.Presented by Blueprint and Live Nation, the open air event showcases top names in contemporary dance music. With a large-scale outdoor stage production , the festival create a nightclub atmosphere under the stars to enjoy from sunset onwards.While staging outdoor shows at the end of summer can be a gamble with weather, the dry season has been extending later and later into the fall, so promoters are now pushing

The Canadiens need to add some tough players to their roster to have even more success in the playoffs. People often talk about “sandpaper”—players who can play hard.
One of the best options was A.J. Greer, a Quebec native who has had success with the Panthers.
Unfortunately for the Canadiens, they'll have to find another option, since he just signed a deal with the Anaheim Ducks. That's what Renaud Lavoie reported early Tuesday evening.A.J. Greer has agreed to a 4-year contrac

Among the names currently being mentioned in Montreal is that of Mason Marchment.
The forward, who finished last season with the Blue Jackets, has an appealing profile for a team like the Habs: Marchment is big, he's fast, and he can put points on the board…
That's why he's being talked about as a logical target for the Canadiens. But…
But if we're to believe recent comments by Eric Engels (Sportsnet), the chances of Marchment landing in town are slim. Why?
Because the veteran has

In less than two weeks (Monday, July 13), we'll get to enjoy one of the most entertaining events of the baseball season: the home run derby.
It's also worth noting that this year, MLB is returning to a format without the clock. All the details are here for those interested.
We know that Yordan Alvarez has declined to participate and that Mike Trout, who would like to compete, will likely have to sit this one out due to health concerns.
But we didn't yet know who would be able to participate.
Jun

Former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was released on bail after spending a day in custody.Although he is no longer behind bars, the young player remains subject to very strict conditions imposed by the court while the legal proceedings continue.
Arnold faces several serious criminal charges, including allegations of armed robbery and kidnapping. At his arraignment, the judge set bail at $1 million, allowing for his release once the amount is paid.
In exchange, the former first-round dr

It’s a slow holiday week and PEOPLE has a headline story on polyamory, which got me thinking: has there been a public polyamorous celebrity relationship? I don’t think there’s been a throuple or quad or such configuration.
Ne-Yo has multiple girlfriends and Akon has said he’s poly but only on his side. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett spoke about fluidity a few times and the story has carried on for years, people were very scandalized by it so I understand the reticence for an

The Canadiens weren’t able to pull off the big move everyone was expecting.
It's true that market prices probably aren't helping Kent Hughes right now, but that doesn't change the fact that other Eastern Conference teams have improved significantly since last week.
So what can we expect from the Habs?
First and foremost, it's worth noting that the Habs are still keeping a close eye on the Kirill Marchenko situation.
Right now, Zach Werenski's situation in Columbus is grabbing the spotlight