<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Ice Hockey - Montreal Canadiens - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Ice Hockey - Montreal Canadiens news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:53:00 +0100</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[The Time Nikita Kucherov Praised Martin St. Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[I don’t know if the Lightning would be willing to trade Nikita Kucherov within their division. I know, I know: Julien BriseBois has said he has no intention of trading his player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-time-nikita-kucherov-praised-martin-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-time-nikita-kucherov-praised-martin-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens ride 4-game win streak back home to face Penguins]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are riding a four-game winning streak as they prepare to host the Pittsburgh Penguins Saturday night. The victories all occurred on a four-game road trip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-ride-4-game-win-streak-back-home-to-face-penguins/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-ride-4-game-win-streak-back-home-to-face-penguins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 landing spots for Nikita Kucherov after Lightning star requested trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[The news that Tampa Bay Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov has requested a trade away from the only organization he has ever known in the NHL sent shockwaves around the league on Friday night. ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/6-landing-spots-for-nikita-kucherov-after-lightning-star-requested-trade/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/6-landing-spots-for-nikita-kucherov-after-lightning-star-requested-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeff Marek has been linking Nikita Kucherov to the Canadiens for weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Things have just changed in the NHL. Nikita Kucherov has asked the Tampa Bay Lightning to trade him. He has no intention of signing a new contract with the team and wants a fresh start right away.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jeff-marek-has-been-linking-nikita-kucherov-to-the-canadiens-for-weeks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jeff-marek-has-been-linking-nikita-kucherov-to-the-canadiens-for-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning star Nikita Kucherov reportedly requests trade, won't re-sign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another NHL star is looking for a trade and a fresh start. Nikita Kucherov, the league's reigning MVP and still one of its best players, has reportedly told the Tampa Bay Lightning organization and his teammates that he does not intend to re-sign with the team and has requested a trade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lightning-star-nikita-kucherov-reportedly-requests-trade-wont-re-sign/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lightning-star-nikita-kucherov-reportedly-requests-trade-wont-re-sign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Hutson-Dobson Pairing Controls Games For Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The defensive pairing of Montreal Canadiens defensemen Lane Hutson and Noah Dobson is wrecking havoc on the NHL.  The pairing of Lane Hutson and Noah Dobson has allowed the Montreal Canadiens to have one of the league’s best duos in the early stages of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-hutson-dobson-pairing-controls-games-for-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-hutson-dobson-pairing-controls-games-for-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki has reached a crucial milestone in his recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki hasn’t played since October 20, against the Sharks. That's exactly 10 days. Two days later, on October 22, the Canadiens announced that the captain would be out for two to four weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-has-reached-a-crucial-milestone-in-his-recovery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-has-reached-a-crucial-milestone-in-his-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AHL Scoring Race: Defensemen Luke Mittelstadt and Tyson Jugnauth Lead the League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ten games into their respective seasons, two defensemen are leading the American Hockey League in scoring. Purchase tickets via Ticketmaster Laval Rocket rookie Luke Mittelstadt sits atop the league with 16 points, while Coachella Valley Firebirds defenseman Tyson Jugnauth is second with 14.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ahl-scoring-race-defensemen-luke-mittelstadt-and-tyson-jugnauth-lead-the-league/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ahl-scoring-race-defensemen-luke-mittelstadt-and-tyson-jugnauth-lead-the-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Caufield Can Do More Than Rely on Suzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's plenty to like about what Cole Caufield is doing in Montreal right now. He's scoring goals, finding open space, and becoming a reliable offensive threat for the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-caufield-can-do-more-than-rely-on-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-caufield-can-do-more-than-rely-on-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McKenna Is Closing the Gap on Caufield in One Surprising Way]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens Cole Caufield has already shown he can be one of the NHL’s great young goal-scorers. He’s got the finish, he gets himself into dangerous spots, and the numbers in this comparison look exactly like what you’d expect from a player who can make a goalie pay: six goals and 10 points in 12 games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mckenna-is-closing-the-gap-on-caufield-in-one-surprising-way/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mckenna-is-closing-the-gap-on-caufield-in-one-surprising-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin: The Canadiens have the best offer on the table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin can’t come back to Detroit anymore. That’s clear. Unlike Connor Hellebuyck, he started the year with his team and then left. So there's no possibility of him coming back right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-the-canadiens-have-the-best-offer-on-the-table/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-the-canadiens-have-the-best-offer-on-the-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gorton and Bobrov are performing (much) better in Montreal than in New York]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Jeff Gorton joined the Montreal Canadiens, there were a thousand and one reasons to be optimistic. The guy had about 30 years of experience in the NHL (with the Bruins and the Rangers).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gorton-and-bobrov-are-performing-much-better-in-montreal-than-in-new-york/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gorton-and-bobrov-are-performing-much-better-in-montreal-than-in-new-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Are Finding Ways to Win Without Nick Suzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the Montreal Canadiens learned that captain Nick Suzuki would miss two to four weeks with an injury, there were plenty of reasons to be concerned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-are-finding-ways-to-win-without-nick-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-are-finding-ways-to-win-without-nick-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens are in a very strong position in the overall standings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you have that on your bingo card—the Canadiens winning their last four games? Heading on the road without Ivan Demidov and Nick Suzuki (and with a banged-up Mike Matheson who didn't even make the trip in the end), it was hard to imagine the Habs would be in the running for 1,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-in-a-very-strong-position-in-the-overall-standings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-in-a-very-strong-position-in-the-overall-standings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens complete a perfect four-for-four road trip in Dallas]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are rising to the occasion without Nick Suzuki. The Canadiens posted a 5-2 win in Dallas to win a fourth straight game without their captain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-complete-a-perfect-four-for-four-road-trip-in-dallas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-complete-a-perfect-four-for-four-road-trip-in-dallas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes really needed that one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes was outstanding last night in Dallas. The goalie earned his first win of October and his second win of the season. He had also won the season opener in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-really-needed-that-one/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-really-needed-that-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Postgame: Habs Win 5-2; Sweep Four-Game Road Trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens beat the Dallas Stars 5-2 on Thursday night to finish their four-game road trip at a perfect 4-0.  Forwards Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook led the way for the Canadiens with two goals each in the win, including both scoring a goal in a 27 second span late in the first period to give their team control of the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-postgame-habs-win-5-2-sweep-four-game-road-trip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-postgame-habs-win-5-2-sweep-four-game-road-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield, Alex Newhook double up as Canadiens trounce Stars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook both scored two goals for the Montreal Canadiens, who capped a perfect four-game road trip with a 5-2 victory over the Dallas Stars on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-alex-newhook-double-up-as-canadiens-trounce-stars/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-alex-newhook-double-up-as-canadiens-trounce-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Perfect Road Trip for the CH Without Nick Suzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens wrapped up their four-game road trip tonight in Dallas. The goal was to finish the road trip with four wins. Here are the lineups: Mike Matheson was ruled out a few minutes before the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-perfect-road-trip-for-the-ch-without-nick-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 03:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-perfect-road-trip-for-the-ch-without-nick-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson (Lower-Body) Doesn’t Play vs Stars; Arber Xhekaj Draws In]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson was a late injury-scratch just about a half hour before the Canadiens took on the Dallas Stars in the final game of their current four-game road trip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-lower-body-doesnt-play-vs-stars-arber-xhekaj-draws-in/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 02:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-lower-body-doesnt-play-vs-stars-arber-xhekaj-draws-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin would rather lose $40,000 a day than play in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Shawn Horcoff learned that Dylan Larkin no longer wanted to play for the Wings. So the team suspended him. As a result, he'll lose a little over $40,000 a day… That's quite something.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-would-rather-lose-40000-a-day-than-play-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-would-rather-lose-40000-a-day-than-play-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JiC would trade Michael Hage and Jakub Dobes]]></title><description><![CDATA[To receive, you have to give. And even though Kent Hughes has the tools to make trades, he isn't necessarily willing to give in order to receive. That's one of the reasons why Sidney Crosby, Dylan Larkin, Jason Robertson, Mason McTavish, and others aren't on the team right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jic-would-trade-michael-hage-and-jakub-dobes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jic-would-trade-michael-hage-and-jakub-dobes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens are still not on Dylan Larkin’s list]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin wants to be traded. But he doesn’t want to play for just any team. He has a list of ten teams he'd be willing to be traded to. Which ones are they?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-still-not-on-dylan-larkins-list/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-still-not-on-dylan-larkins-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Didn't Just Give Caufield an 'A.' They Sent a Message]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes a letter on a hockey jersey means more than the player wearing it might realize. That could be the case with Cole Caufield, who received an “A” for the Montreal Canadiens' game against St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-didnt-just-give-caufield-an-a-they-sent-a-message/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-didnt-just-give-caufield-an-a-they-sent-a-message/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Michael Hage is wasting his time in the NCAA']]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Hage is off to a strong start to the season in the NCAA. An excellent start to the season, in fact. The Canadiens prospect has racked up 14 points (including three goals) in his first seven games of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-is-wasting-his-time-in-the-ncaa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-is-wasting-his-time-in-the-ncaa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes isn’t cut out to be a second-in-command (and his contract complicates matters)]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's game day! There's one question on everyone's mind this morning in Montreal: Will Jakub Dobes be able to get back on track? Because in his case, it's very much a matter of getting back on track.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-isnt-cut-out-to-be-a-second-in-command-and-his-contract-complicates-matters/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-isnt-cut-out-to-be-a-second-in-command-and-his-contract-complicates-matters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here is the schedule for the Canadiens’ 10 Hometown Remix games]]></title><description><![CDATA[In recent years, the Canadiens haven't had much success with their alternate jerseys. Not in blue, anyway… but Martin St-Louis's team still won the Heritage Classic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/here-is-the-schedule-for-the-canadiens-10-hometown-remix-games/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/here-is-the-schedule-for-the-canadiens-10-hometown-remix-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage and the Red Wings: Now It’s Pierre LeBrun’s Turn to Weigh In]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Red Wings are constantly keeping an eye on the Canadiens. It must be because they're a good team—nothing more. It probably has nothing to do with the fact that Dylan Larkin is on the market, that the Canadiens have a good offer on the table, and that the bosses in Detroit are hoping the center will change his mind and come play in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-and-the-red-wings-now-its-pierre-lebruns-turn-to-weigh-in/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-and-the-red-wings-now-its-pierre-lebruns-turn-to-weigh-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield with an 'A' after criticizing Jakub Dobes: the message is clear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight, Jakub Dobes will be in goal for his team. Is this the right decision? Everyone has an opinion on the matter… including José Théodore, who doesn't understand why Jacob Fowler wasn't able to stay in net after his big game in St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-with-an-a-after-criticizing-jakub-dobes-the-message-is-clear/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-with-an-a-after-criticizing-jakub-dobes-the-message-is-clear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Are Learning to Win the Hard Way on Road Trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki was declared injured on Oct. 22, the club had just suffered yet another home defeat (4-3 in OT to the San Jose Sharks).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-are-learning-to-win-the-hard-way-on-road-trip/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-are-learning-to-win-the-hard-way-on-road-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Jacob Fowler the Early Calder Trophy Favourite]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens might have found their goaltender of the future, and he is already making a massive impact in the present. Just a few weeks into the 2026-27 NHL season, Jacob Fowler has established himself as one of the league’s most impressive goaltenders, putting together performances that have helped keep Montreal competitive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-the-early-calder-trophy-favourite/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-the-early-calder-trophy-favourite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens aim to finish perfect road trip against Stars]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a bad loss at home, the Dallas Stars are ready to turn the page when they welcome the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday. Glen Gulutzan's team saw a five-game winning streak snapped Tuesday when the New Jersey Devils won 5-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-aim-to-finish-perfect-road-trip-against-stars/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-aim-to-finish-perfect-road-trip-against-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kickoff Against the Stars: Jakub Dobes Met with His Mental Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we all know, Jakub Dobes' start to the season hasn't gone very well. The young Czech goaltender is struggling and making mistakes he wouldn't normally make.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kickoff-against-the-stars-jakub-dobes-met-with-his-mental-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kickoff-against-the-stars-jakub-dobes-met-with-his-mental-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The salary cap could skyrocket to $150 million within three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salary figures are skyrocketing in the NHL. Why? Because the NHL and the players are trying to get back on track after the pandemic derailed their momentum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-salary-cap-could-skyrocket-to-150-million-within-three-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-salary-cap-could-skyrocket-to-150-million-within-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler Has Been Dominant For The Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goaltender Jacob Fowler has been on fire and stealing games for the Montreal Canadiens when they needed it most from him. Jacob Fowler carried the Canadiens to a 2-0 win on the road against the St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-has-been-dominant-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-has-been-dominant-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach gets a ton of love from Martin St-Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach has three assists in 12 games so far this season. I know, I know… I, too, wish things were different. I, too, would have liked to see more from him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-gets-a-ton-of-love-from-martin-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-gets-a-ton-of-love-from-martin-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Jacob Fowler Is Squarely in the Calder Conversation?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nobody had Jacob Fowler on their Calder list before the season. Everyone was talking about Gavin McKenna, Anton Frondell, Ivar Stenberg and the other shiny rookies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-is-squarely-in-the-calder-conversation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-is-squarely-in-the-calder-conversation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolduc breaks a window with a shot, Gally nears the end, and a new contract for McKenna]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zachary Bolduc is known as a guy with a good pitch. The proof? We saw him score a goal last night from an almost impossible angle against the St. Louis Blues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/bolduc-breaks-a-window-with-a-shot-gally-nears-the-end-and-a-new-contract-for-mckenna/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/bolduc-breaks-a-window-with-a-shot-gally-nears-the-end-and-a-new-contract-for-mckenna/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Practice Report: Jakub Dobes To Start vs Stars; Lineup Changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes will get the nod between the pipes when the Canadiens finish off their current four-game road trip tomorrow in Dallas against the Stars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-practice-report-jakub-dobes-to-start-vs-stars-lineup-changes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-practice-report-jakub-dobes-to-start-vs-stars-lineup-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin in Montreal: 'Kris Draper wouldn’t go to Habs games if it weren’t possible']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kris Draper has attended three of the Canadiens’ last four games. He was at the Bell Centre last Tuesday against the Sharks, he was in Chicago last Friday against the Hawks… and he was (once again) there last night in St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-kris-draper-wouldnt-go-to-habs-games-if-it-werent-possible/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-kris-draper-wouldnt-go-to-habs-games-if-it-werent-possible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler won’t play tomorrow (despite his impressive shutout last night)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis and the Canadiens' coaching staff had an important decision to make for tomorrow night's game in Dallas. Should they start Jacob Fowler, who just recorded a shutout with 46 saves (and has won his last six starts)… or should they start Jakub Dobes, who's been struggling lately?  We have the answer to that question.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-wont-play-tomorrow-despite-his-impressive-shutout-last-night/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-wont-play-tomorrow-despite-his-impressive-shutout-last-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen is no longer the center on the first line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis has decided to shake things up. At today's team practice, the Canadiens had a new top line on offense. Oliver Kapanen lost his spot at center on the top line… and Alex Newhook took his place in practice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-no-longer-the-center-on-the-first-line/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-no-longer-the-center-on-the-first-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson and Chris Kreider Missed Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens had a practice scheduled for today. Naturally, we're always keeping an eye on who's missing. And today, two veterans were given the day off: Mike Matheson and Chris Kreider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-and-chris-kreider-missed-practice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-and-chris-kreider-missed-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens' Jacob Fowler Is Making It Hard to Look Away]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something about a young goaltender finding his footing that gets fans dreaming. For the Montreal Canadiens, Jacob Fowler is giving them plenty of reasons to pay attention — and not just because he’s putting up impressive numbers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-is-making-it-hard-to-look-away/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-is-making-it-hard-to-look-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler Has Officially Arrived]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens picked up a 2-0 win over the St. Louis Blues last night, getting goals from Zach Bolduc and Florian Xhekaj. However, the story of the night was 21-year-old goaltender Jacob Fowler, who stopped all 46 shots he faced to record the shutout and earn his sixth consecutive win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-has-officially-arrived/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-has-officially-arrived/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler: The Calder, yes, but the Vézina, too]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where to start? Let's just say that giving Jacob Fowler and Mike Matheson some credit for their performance last night is a great place to start. Fowler and Matheson were incredible against the Blues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-the-calder-yes-but-the-vzina-too/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-the-calder-yes-but-the-vzina-too/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Could the Canadiens Offer the Red Wings for Dylan Larkin?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have been linked to several interesting names over the past few months, but Dylan Larkin might be one of the biggest yet. With rumours surrounding the Detroit Red Wings captain’s future and the possibility of him expanding his list of acceptable trade destinations, Montreal could become an interesting team to watch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-could-the-canadiens-offer-the-red-wings-for-dylan-larkin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-could-the-canadiens-offer-the-red-wings-for-dylan-larkin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In 2023, he stood up for Jacob Fowler: today, time has proven him right]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2023, the Canadiens didn't select many players in the first two rounds. In fact, the team had only one pick among the first 68… and we're talking about David Reinbacher, a player who doesn't exactly have everyone's support.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/in-2023-he-stood-up-for-jacob-fowler-today-time-has-proven-him-right/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/in-2023-he-stood-up-for-jacob-fowler-today-time-has-proven-him-right/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens goaltender Jacob Fowler is showing he's invincible with remarkable start to season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boasting a 6-1-0 record across seven appearances, his dominance has also been highlighted by two shutouts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-goaltender-jacob-fowler-is-showing-hes-invincible-with-remarkable-start-to-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-goaltender-jacob-fowler-is-showing-hes-invincible-with-remarkable-start-to-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Takeaways From the Blues’ 2-0 Loss to the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Blues suffered their second consecutive shutout Tuesday night, falling 2-0 to the Montreal Canadiens at Enterprise Center. After losing 4-0 to the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, the Blues have now gone six straight periods without scoring as their offensive struggles continue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-takeaways-from-the-blues-2-0-loss-to-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-takeaways-from-the-blues-2-0-loss-to-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes maintains a positive attitude despite the circumstances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everything is going well for the Canadiens right now. In fact, Jacob Fowler is channeling his inner Carey Price by covering up the team's shortcomings with his strong performances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-maintains-a-positive-attitude-despite-the-circumstances/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-maintains-a-positive-attitude-despite-the-circumstances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler makes up for Nick Suzuki’s absence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did the Canadiens players put in their best performance last night in St. Louis? No. Looking at Game 3 of their four-game road trip (featuring the Heritage Classic), it's clear that Martin St-Louis's team has already played a better 60-minute game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-makes-up-for-nick-suzukis-absence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-makes-up-for-nick-suzukis-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Jacob Fowler with a sparkling 46-save shutout as the Montreal Canadiens win a third straight defeating the St. Louis Blues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens looked to continue success in St. Louis against the Blues, and they did thanks to Jacob Fowler. He stopped 46 shots in a 2-0 shutout.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-jacob-fowler-with-a-sparkling-46-save-shutout-as-the-montreal-canadiens-win-a-third-straight-defeating-the-st-louis-blues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-jacob-fowler-with-a-sparkling-46-save-shutout-as-the-montreal-canadiens-win-a-third-straight-defeating-the-st-louis-blues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs celebrate milestones in St. Louis #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs celebrate milestones in St. Louis #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-celebrate-milestones-in-st-louis-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-celebrate-milestones-in-st-louis-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Fowler (46 saves) Makes History in 2-0 Win Over Blues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler continued to emerge as the 2027 Calder Trophy favorite in a 46-save shutout and the Montreal Canadiens beat the St. Louis Blues 2-0. The win was the Canadiens third-straight on their four-game road trip and Fowler’s sixth-straight win as he improved to 6-1-0 with a 1.54 GAA and .942 save percentage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-fowler-46-saves-makes-history-in-2-0-win-over-blues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-fowler-46-saves-makes-history-in-2-0-win-over-blues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rookie Jacob Fowler's career-high 46 saves help Canadiens blank Blues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler made a career-high 46 saves for the shutout in the Montreal Canadiens' 2-0 road win over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday. The Canadiens are on a three-game winning streak, all on the road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rookie-jacob-fowlers-career-high-46-saves-help-canadiens-blank-blues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rookie-jacob-fowlers-career-high-46-saves-help-canadiens-blank-blues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler Steals the Show in St. Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens were in St. Louis to face the Blues. For the game, Martin St-Louis made just one change to his lineup. Arber Xhekaj was left out in favor of Adam Engstrom, who was making his return to the lineup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-steals-the-show-in-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 03:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-steals-the-show-in-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage: Renaud Lavoie is adamant—he is not untouchable]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Hage has many Canadiens fans dreaming. But those who believe the young prospect is untouchable are likely to be disappointed—and not just a little.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-renaud-lavoie-is-adamanthe-is-not-untouchable/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-renaud-lavoie-is-adamanthe-is-not-untouchable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hutson-Dobson: The NHL’s Second-Best Offensive Pair]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens' start to the season has been fraught with setbacks and problems, but there are some positives to be found amid all the chaos. According to advanced statistics, the defensive pairing of Lane Hutson and Noah Dobson ranks second in the entire NHL offensively.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hutson-dobson-the-nhls-second-best-offensive-pair/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hutson-dobson-the-nhls-second-best-offensive-pair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['If Quinton Byfield becomes available, the Canadiens will definitely be interested.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Canadiens fans are still waiting to see Kent Hughes make a move. And with Nick Suzuki's injury, some of them would like to see the Canadiens' GM be more aggressive in the trade market because there's clearly a hole at center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-quinton-byfield-becomes-available-the-canadiens-will-definitely-be-interested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-quinton-byfield-becomes-available-the-canadiens-will-definitely-be-interested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens: A first look at the Hometown Remix jersey is circulating]]></title><description><![CDATA[We knew the Canadiens were going to step out of their comfort zone this season with their new “Hometown Remix” uniform. And let's just say that the first image of the jersey making the rounds is sure to get people talking!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-a-first-look-at-the-hometown-remix-jersey-is-circulating/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-a-first-look-at-the-hometown-remix-jersey-is-circulating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Filip Mesar has been a different player since Pascal Vincent left]]></title><description><![CDATA[Filip Mesar is in his third season as a professional in North America. His first two seasons weren't great, as he played under Pascal Vincent in Laval.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/filip-mesar-has-been-a-different-player-since-pascal-vincent-left/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/filip-mesar-has-been-a-different-player-since-pascal-vincent-left/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Wings Will Keep an Eye on (Once Again) the Habs, the Atlantic Division Is on Fire, and Bryce Pickford Is Making Progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of the season, we’ve seen members of the Red Wings attend several Montreal Canadiens games. And you know what? That will be the case (again) tonight, as the Habs head to St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-wings-will-keep-an-eye-on-once-again-the-habs-the-atlantic-division-is-on-fire-and-bryce-pickford-is-making-progress/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-wings-will-keep-an-eye-on-once-again-the-habs-the-atlantic-division-is-on-fire-and-bryce-pickford-is-making-progress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj will not play tonight | Jacob Fowler in goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis spoke to the media before today’s game. As reported by Marc Denis, Jacob Fowler will ultimately be in net for the Habs tonight. He'll face off against Jordan Binnington for the Blues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-will-not-play-tonight-jacob-fowler-in-goal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-will-not-play-tonight-jacob-fowler-in-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exclusive Photos: Samuel Montembeault Has Started Skating Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, we were the first to report that Nick Suzuki had started skating again. He did so on his own in Brossard, a few days after taking a shot to the hand.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/exclusive-photos-samuel-montembeault-has-started-skating-again/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/exclusive-photos-samuel-montembeault-has-started-skating-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elias Pettersson wouldn’t want to come play in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elias Pettersson is a name that keeps popping up here and there in the rumors. In recent years, his performance hasn't lived up to expectations. But right now, things are looking up for the player who earns $11.6 million per season for nearly six more years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/elias-pettersson-wouldnt-want-to-come-play-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/elias-pettersson-wouldnt-want-to-come-play-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Jacob Fowler era has arrived in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carey Price was considered the beacon of quiet, unflappable body language. Outside of the Bronx cheers during the 2009 Stanley Cup playoffs against Boston, nothing ever seemed to really faze him, which led to him becoming one of the greatest goalies of his generation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-jacob-fowler-era-has-arrived-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-jacob-fowler-era-has-arrived-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin in Montreal: It’s time to move on]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are some things that end up making us sick. Things we no longer want to—or can—hear about. COVID-19… Rumors about CF Montréal moving… Overcrowded]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-its-time-to-move-on/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-its-time-to-move-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Jacob Fowler hasn’t let in a bad goal yet.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler is having quite a start to the season. Everyone knows it. Last week's third star in the NHL has sparked debates in Montreal about who should be the starting goaltender and what role Samuel Montembeault will play when he returns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-hasnt-let-in-a-bad-goal-yet/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-hasnt-let-in-a-bad-goal-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Need Kreider to Lead Even When He Isn’t Scoring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not long ago, virtually no one in Montreal would have had kind words to say about forward Chris Kreider. Long-time supporters will recall – with a shiver – his collision with goaltender Carey Price in Game 1 of the 2014 Eastern Conference Final that turned that series on its head.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-kreider-to-lead-even-when-he-isnt-scoring/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-kreider-to-lead-even-when-he-isnt-scoring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin: A Divisional Rival Hot on the Canadiens’ Heels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin is the hottest name in the NHL right now. That's what happens when a player demands a trade and the request becomes public before his GM even has a chance to send him elsewhere.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-a-divisional-rival-hot-on-the-canadiens-heels/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-a-divisional-rival-hot-on-the-canadiens-heels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 3: The Rangers Need Samuel Montembeault]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a quiet night in the NHL last night. Only three games were on the schedule. Here are the results and highlights: The Rangers recently signed James Reimer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-3-the-rangers-need-samuel-montembeault/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-3-the-rangers-need-samuel-montembeault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The only way Dylan Larkin could come to Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re all really looking forward to the Dylan Larkin saga coming to an end. More and more, the Montreal Canadiens are finding themselves at the center of rumors involving the Detroit Red Wings center, especially since he played at the Bell Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-only-way-dylan-larkin-could-come-to-montreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 02:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-only-way-dylan-larkin-could-come-to-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A two-year contract for Phillip Danault would make a lot of sense']]></title><description><![CDATA[Since returning to Montreal, Phillip Danault has been doing a lot for the team. In his first few games, he seemed a bit slower (perhaps a little too much so), but that comes with age.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-two-year-contract-for-phillip-danault-would-make-a-lot-of-sense/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-two-year-contract-for-phillip-danault-would-make-a-lot-of-sense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torrid Canadiens aim to stay hot vs. Blues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens look to extend their four-game point streak and remain unbeaten on their road trip when they visit the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/torrid-canadiens-aim-to-stay-hot-vs-blues/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/torrid-canadiens-aim-to-stay-hot-vs-blues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler as the No. 1 goalie: 'Let’s calm down,' says Marc Denis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The talk of the town in Montreal right now is Jacob Fowler. He dominated last night and helped the Canadiens pick up two (very) important points against the Winnipeg Jets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-as-the-no-1-goalie-lets-calm-down-says-marc-denis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-as-the-no-1-goalie-lets-calm-down-says-marc-denis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Sent Fowler to the AHL; He Missed The Memo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes a young player doesn't wait for the organization’s timetable. He gets an opportunity, makes the most of it, and suddenly the people running the team have a different decision to make.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-sent-fowler-to-the-ahl-he-missed-the-memo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-sent-fowler-to-the-ahl-he-missed-the-memo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We need to talk about Oliver Kapanen’s (very) nasty play]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night in Winnipeg, Oliver Kapanen was the center Martin St-Louis used the least. Again.  It's kind of ironic, isn't it? The guy who plays center on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/we-need-to-talk-about-oliver-kapanens-very-nasty-play/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/we-need-to-talk-about-oliver-kapanens-very-nasty-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuses: Chris Kreider needs to step up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the acquisition of Chris Kreider, people in Montreal felt that Kent Hughes had pulled off a good move. It was thought that the veteran would bring a different dynamic to the team's top six, and that was a need because the Canadiens' second line needed to be improved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/no-excuses-chris-kreider-needs-to-step-up/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/no-excuses-chris-kreider-needs-to-step-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Draisaitl, Cooley, Fowler named NHL’s three stars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edmonton Oilers centre Leon Draisaitl, Calgary Flames goaltender Devin Cooley and Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jacob Fowler have been named the NHL's three stars of the week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/draisaitl-cooley-fowler-named-nhls-three-stars/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/draisaitl-cooley-fowler-named-nhls-three-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler Named the NHL’s Third Star of the Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good news for the Canadiens. Jacob Fowler was named the NHL's third star of the week. Thanks to two strong performances, including last night's road game, the Canadiens goaltender earned the recognition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-named-the-nhls-third-star-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-named-the-nhls-third-star-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Could 'Reverse Engineer' a Dylan Larkin Trade? What Does That Mean?]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the latest 32 Thoughts Podcast, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman said a Dylan Larkin trade to Montreal is possible, but the Canadiens would have to “reverse engineer” the deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-could-reverse-engineer-a-dylan-larkin-trade-what-does-that-mean/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-could-reverse-engineer-a-dylan-larkin-trade-what-does-that-mean/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs celebrate Heritage Classic win #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs celebrate Heritage Classic win #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-celebrate-heritage-classic-win-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-celebrate-heritage-classic-win-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expect Ivan Demidov to return soon]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have been plagued by injuries since the start of the season. Kaiden Guhle, Mike Matheson, Florian Xhekaj, and Oliver Kapanen have all returned to action, but they've missed games since the start of the regular season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/expect-ivan-demidov-to-return-soon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/expect-ivan-demidov-to-return-soon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler: A Strong Contender for the Calder Trophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens are still doing pretty well without their No. 1 center: a 4-1 win in Chicago, followed by a 2-1 win in Winnipeg. The Canadiens are managing to get by without Nick Suzuki (and Ivan Demidov).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-a-strong-contender-for-the-calder-trophy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-a-strong-contender-for-the-calder-trophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler Is Making a Strong Case to Be the Canadiens’ No. 1 Goalie]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2026-27 season with plenty of questions surrounding their goaltending situation, but few expected Jacob Fowler to become such an important part of the conversation this early.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-making-a-strong-case-to-be-the-canadiens-no-1-goalie/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-making-a-strong-case-to-be-the-canadiens-no-1-goalie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 4 2026 Heritage Classic Moments Between Jets and Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Winnipeg Jets hosted the Montreal Canadiens in the 2026 Heritage Classic on a crisp Sunday evening at a sold-out Princess Auto Stadium, and it was a superb atmosphere and experience from start to finish (at least from the perspective of this writer, who was one of the 32,343 the attendance).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-4-2026-heritage-classic-moments-between-jets-and-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-4-2026-heritage-classic-moments-between-jets-and-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens win first two in four game road trip shading the Winnipeg Jets in the Heritage Classic]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Habs continued their four game road trip in Winnipeg with a Heritage Classic outdoors. Over 30 thousand in attendance as the Canadiens edged the Jets 2-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-win-first-two-in-four-game-road-trip-shading-the-winnipeg-jets-in-the-heritage-classic/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-win-first-two-in-four-game-road-trip-shading-the-winnipeg-jets-in-the-heritage-classic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen: (once again) the least-used center last night]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the past two games, Nick Suzuki's absence hasn't been too noticeable. After all, the Canadiens have won twice. We all know this isn't sustainable in the long run, but the Habs can't do anything about it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-once-again-the-least-used-center-last-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-once-again-the-least-used-center-last-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield praises Jacob Fowler (after criticizing Jakub Dobes)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday's Canadiens game, which was played outdoors, was special. While many people may think the NHL schedules too many outdoor games, what happened in Winnipeg still broke up the routine of a long season—for fans, teams, and sports reporters alike.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-praises-jacob-fowler-after-criticizing-jakub-dobes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-praises-jacob-fowler-after-criticizing-jakub-dobes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Postgame: Jacob Fowler Leads Habs To Heritage Classic Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goaltender Jacob Fowler made 34 saves to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 2-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets in the 2026 Heritage Classic. Canadiens star defenseman Lane Hutson opened the scoring in the second period, after finishing a tic-tac-toe play from Noah Dobson and Cole Caufield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-postgame-jacob-fowler-leads-habs-to-heritage-classic-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-postgame-jacob-fowler-leads-habs-to-heritage-classic-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Postgame: Jacob Fowler Grounds Jets For 2-1 Heritage Classic Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler made 34 saves to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 2-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets in the 2026 Heritage Classic Sunday night at Princess Auto Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-postgame-jacob-fowler-grounds-jets-for-2-1-heritage-classic-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-postgame-jacob-fowler-grounds-jets-for-2-1-heritage-classic-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler makes history in leading Canadiens to outdoor win]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the NHL taking it outside on Sunday, a young goaltender made history by leading his team to a win. ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-makes-history-in-leading-canadiens-to-outdoor-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-makes-history-in-leading-canadiens-to-outdoor-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler sets NHL record in win over Jets]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the NHL taking it outside on Sunday, a young goaltender made history by leading his team to a win. ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-goalie-jacob-fowler-sets-nhl-record-in-win-over-jets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-goalie-jacob-fowler-sets-nhl-record-in-win-over-jets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler makes history by leading Canadiens to outdoor win]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the NHL taking it outside on Sunday, a young goaltender made history by leading his team to a win. ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-makes-history-by-leading-canadiens-to-outdoor-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 03:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-makes-history-by-leading-canadiens-to-outdoor-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens earn narrow victory vs. Jets in Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler made 34 saves for the Montreal Canadiens in a 2-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets in the Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg on Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-earn-narrow-victory-vs-jets-in-tim-hortons-nhl-heritage-classic/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 03:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-earn-narrow-victory-vs-jets-in-tim-hortons-nhl-heritage-classic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victory at the Heritage Classic: Another Win for Jacob Fowler]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a convincing victory in Chicago, the Habs were back in action tonight in Winnipeg as part of the Heritage Classic. It was the team's first outdoor game since 2017.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/victory-at-the-heritage-classic-another-win-for-jacob-fowler/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 03:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/victory-at-the-heritage-classic-another-win-for-jacob-fowler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lane Hutson opens scoring at Heritage Classic #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lane Hutson opens scoring at Heritage Classic #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lane-hutson-opens-scoring-at-heritage-classic-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 02:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lane-hutson-opens-scoring-at-heritage-classic-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Activate Florian Xhekaj]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens returned a fourth-line forward just before the start of the Heritage Classic. According to Sportnet’s Eric Engels, the Canadiens added Florian Xhekaj to the lineup for tonight’s game, indicating that he has been activated from injured reserve.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-activate-florian-xhekaj/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 01:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-activate-florian-xhekaj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault is expected to return in two weeks, according to Renaud Lavoie]]></title><description><![CDATA[An away game isn't something every player will have the chance to play in during their career. Nick Suzuki, Ivan Demidov, and Samuel Montembeault were surely dreaming of this moment, but unfortunately, they're injured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-is-expected-to-return-in-two-weeks-according-to-renaud-lavoie/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 01:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-is-expected-to-return-in-two-weeks-according-to-renaud-lavoie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gary Bettman would like to see an outdoor game in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you heard of Ashkan Karbasfrooshan? If you've been following the story of the Expos' return to MLB, you're probably familiar with this entrepreneur who's campaigning for the return of our beloved team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gary-bettman-would-like-to-see-an-outdoor-game-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gary-bettman-would-like-to-see-an-outdoor-game-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs arrive as brewery workers for Heritage Classic 🍺 #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs arrive as brewery workers for Heritage Classic 🍺 #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-arrive-as-brewery-workers-for-heritage-classic-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-arrive-as-brewery-workers-for-heritage-classic-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Fans Likely to Turn on Dylan Larkin After Latest Stunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fanbase that recently chanted “We want Larkin!” might not be feeling the love after the Detroit Red Wings forward essentially shunned them with his latest move.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-fans-likely-to-turn-on-dylan-larkin-after-latest-stunt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-fans-likely-to-turn-on-dylan-larkin-after-latest-stunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler and Florian Xhekaj will play tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced a lineup change ahead of tonight's Heritage Classic and confirmed their starting goaltender. First, as was somewhat expected, Jacob Fowler will be in net.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-and-florian-xhekaj-will-play-tonight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-and-florian-xhekaj-will-play-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine Not Seeking International Offers]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re now more than a month into the season with a handful of veteran wingers still hoping to find a team for this season.  One of those is Patrik Laine.  But while no deal in North America has materialized, he’s not looking into international offers, ESPN’s Emily Kaplan relayed this week (Twitter link).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-not-seeking-international-offers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-not-seeking-international-offers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage will be able to contribute immediately to the power play as soon as he arrives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Hage surprised many when he announced he would be returning to the NCAA for another season. We can assume he wanted to work on certain aspects of his game, but one thing is certain: he's been making a huge impression on offense this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-will-be-able-to-contribute-immediately-to-the-power-play-as-soon-as-he-arrives/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-will-be-able-to-contribute-immediately-to-the-power-play-as-soon-as-he-arrives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norman Flynn: 'We have enough talent to replace Nick Suzuki']]></title><description><![CDATA[The loss of Nick Suzuki is clearly going to hurt… a lot. Not only are the Montreal Canadiens losing their captain, but they're also losing the cornerstone of their offense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/norman-flynn-we-have-enough-talent-to-replace-nick-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/norman-flynn-we-have-enough-talent-to-replace-nick-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield’s POV at Heritage Classic family skate #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield’s POV at Heritage Classic family skate #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufields-pov-at-heritage-classic-family-skate-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufields-pov-at-heritage-classic-family-skate-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Official: Samuel Montembeault Is Not the Solution for the Rangers in Goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Very early in the season, the Rangers learned that they would be without their star goaltender, Igor Shesterkin, for the entire season. On top of that, Joonas Korpisalo is also sidelined.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/official-samuel-montembeault-is-not-the-solution-for-the-rangers-in-goal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/official-samuel-montembeault-is-not-the-solution-for-the-rangers-in-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heritage Classic: Nick Suzuki is there and skating with his daughter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight marks the much-anticipated Heritage Classic, which has been the talk of the town for several months, as the Montreal Canadiens take on the Winnipeg Jets in Manitoba.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heritage-classic-nick-suzuki-is-there-and-skating-with-his-daughter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heritage-classic-nick-suzuki-is-there-and-skating-with-his-daughter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MUST-SEE: Alexander Zharovsky scores an absolutely magnificent goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Montreal Canadiens prepare for their road game against the Winnipeg Jets, the Habs' top prospect, Alexander Zharovsky, continues to stand out in the KHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/must-see-alexander-zharovsky-scores-an-absolutely-magnificent-goal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/must-see-alexander-zharovsky-scores-an-absolutely-magnificent-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Have Tried Tapping into Evans’ Offensive Potential Before]]></title><description><![CDATA[Time for a cold, hard truth: Montreal Canadiens forward Jake Evans is not a top-six forward. However, with No. 1 centre Nick Suzuki injured, desperate times may call for desperate measures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-tried-tapping-into-evans-offensive-potential-before/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-tried-tapping-into-evans-offensive-potential-before/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens-Jets Alumni Game | FULL GAME STREAM]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canadiens-Jets Alumni Game | FULL GAME STREAM]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jets-alumni-game-full-game-stream/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 03:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jets-alumni-game-full-game-stream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guillaume Latendresse and Paul Byron Steal the Show at the All-Stars Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's rare, but there was no Canadiens game this Saturday night. However, that doesn't mean the Habs players took the night off. The team practiced outdoors in the evening at Princess Auto Stadium in preparation for tomorrow's Heritage Classic game against the Jets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/guillaume-latendresse-and-paul-byron-steal-the-show-at-the-all-stars-game/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 03:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/guillaume-latendresse-and-paul-byron-steal-the-show-at-the-all-stars-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fowler, Newhook + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fowler, Newhook + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fowler-newhook-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 02:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fowler-newhook-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jets, Canadiens face off in Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens and Winnipeg Jets will take it outdoors when they meet in the Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg on Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jets-canadiens-face-off-in-tim-hortons-nhl-heritage-classic/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 02:24:14 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jets-canadiens-face-off-in-tim-hortons-nhl-heritage-classic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What do Canadiens alumni miss the most? #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[What do Canadiens alumni miss the most? #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-do-canadiens-alumni-miss-the-most-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-do-canadiens-alumni-miss-the-most-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: It’s Going To Take A Village For The Canadiens With No Nick Suzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in 546 games, the Montreal Canadiens took to the ice without Nick Suzuki and played a game that resembled the trademark 200-foot game]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-its-going-to-take-a-village-for-the-canadiens-with-no-nick-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-its-going-to-take-a-village-for-the-canadiens-with-no-nick-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler Gives the Canadiens Reasons to Rethink Their Goalie Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Something interesting is happening in Montreal's crease, and it has less to do with one good game than with what Jacob Fowler is making possible. The 21-year-old stopped 20 of 21 shots in Friday's 4–1 win over Chicago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-gives-the-canadiens-reasons-to-rethink-their-goalie-plan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-gives-the-canadiens-reasons-to-rethink-their-goalie-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reminder: Reconstruction is not yet complete]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since last season, we've been hearing this phrase more and more: “The CH's rebuild is complete.” Last spring's almost unexpected run of success certainly added fuel to the fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/reminder-reconstruction-is-not-yet-complete/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/reminder-reconstruction-is-not-yet-complete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PHOTOS: The CH goalies’ masks for tomorrow are gorgeous]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NHL Heritage Classic will take place tomorrow night. The Canadiens will be in action for the event, traveling to Winnipeg to face the Jets at Princess Auto Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/photos-the-ch-goalies-masks-for-tomorrow-are-gorgeous/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/photos-the-ch-goalies-masks-for-tomorrow-are-gorgeous/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What CFL rule should the NHL borrow for the Heritage Classic?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What CFL rule should the NHL borrow for the Heritage Classic?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-cfl-rule-should-the-nhl-borrow-for-the-heritage-classic/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-cfl-rule-should-the-nhl-borrow-for-the-heritage-classic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Wings’ assistant general manager keeps showing up at CH games]]></title><description><![CDATA[We know the Montreal Canadiens want to improve and make moves, and Kent Hughes has been one of the most aggressive general managers since the start of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-wings-assistant-general-manager-keeps-showing-up-at-ch-games/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-wings-assistant-general-manager-keeps-showing-up-at-ch-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Takeaways From the Canadiens’ 4-1 Win Over the Blackhawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[There were an abundance of questions about the Montreal Canadiens as they embarked on a four-game road swing. Could they put in a total, 60-minute effort?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-takeaways-from-the-canadiens-4-1-win-over-the-blackhawks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-takeaways-from-the-canadiens-4-1-win-over-the-blackhawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick SuzuWHO?: The CH’s centers made everyone forget the captain’s absence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, the Montreal Canadiens played their first game without Nick Suzuki since April 6, 2019—more than seven years ago. Suzuki hadn't missed a single game since joining the National Hockey League, playing 546 consecutive games before injuring his hand against the San Jose Sharks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuwho-the-chs-centers-made-everyone-forget-the-captains-absence/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuwho-the-chs-centers-made-everyone-forget-the-captains-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Centres the Canadiens Should Target to Overcome Suzuki’s Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have been searching for a legitimate second-line centre for quite some time, but Nick Suzuki’s recent injury has made that need more pressing than ever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-centres-the-canadiens-should-target-to-overcome-suzukis-injury/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-centres-the-canadiens-should-target-to-overcome-suzukis-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Jacob Fowler shines again in a convincing win for the Montreal Canadiens in Chicago]]></title><description><![CDATA[The challenge is on for the Habs to rise above losing their best player. Night one in Chicago was an impressive one for the Montreal Canadiens beating the Blackhawks 4-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-jacob-fowler-shines-again-in-a-convincing-win-for-the-montreal-canadiens-in-chicago/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-jacob-fowler-shines-again-in-a-convincing-win-for-the-montreal-canadiens-in-chicago/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackhawks Fall to Canadiens 4-1 as Jake Evans Scores Twice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Blackhawks took an early lead and then went quiet. Jake Evans scored twice, including a short-handed goal, and set up Kaiden Guhle as the Montreal Canadiens beat Chicago 4-1 Friday night at the United Center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/blackhawks-fall-to-canadiens-4-1-as-jake-evans-scores-twice/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/blackhawks-fall-to-canadiens-4-1-as-jake-evans-scores-twice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MTL@CHI: Pregame media ops | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[MTL@CHI: Pregame media ops | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mtlchi-pregame-media-ops-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mtlchi-pregame-media-ops-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs celebrate win in Chicago #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs celebrate win in Chicago #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-celebrate-win-in-chicago-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-celebrate-win-in-chicago-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Evans, Fowler Shine In 4-1 Win Over Blackhawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jake Evans scored two goals and set up another as the Montreal Canadiens kicked off their four-game road trip with a 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-evans-fowler-shine-in-4-1-win-over-blackhawks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-evans-fowler-shine-in-4-1-win-over-blackhawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Evans, Fowler Shine In 3-1 Win Over Blackhawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jake Evans scored two goals and set up another as the Montreal Canadiens kicked off their four-game road trip with a 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-evans-fowler-shine-in-3-1-win-over-blackhawks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-evans-fowler-shine-in-3-1-win-over-blackhawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jake Evans tallies twice, adds assist as Canadiens topple Blackhawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jake Evans produced two goals and an assist and Jacob Fowler stopped 20 shots, lifting the visiting Montreal Canadiens to a 4-1 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jake-evans-tallies-twice-adds-assist-as-canadiens-topple-blackhawks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jake-evans-tallies-twice-adds-assist-as-canadiens-topple-blackhawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victory: The Canadiens finally hold a 3-1 lead]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Habs began their four-game road trip without Nick Suzuki. Jacob Fowler returned to goal. Here are the lineups: The Hawks wasted no time getting on the board.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/victory-the-canadiens-finally-hold-a-3-1-lead/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 04:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/victory-the-canadiens-finally-hold-a-3-1-lead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher: He has to stay in the NHL—period (according to Anthony Martineau)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Martineau rarely disagrees with the CH’s decisions. But today, while appearing on the Sick Podcast, he lost his cool over the David Reinbacher situation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-he-has-to-stay-in-the-nhlperiod-according-to-anthony-martineau/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 03:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-he-has-to-stay-in-the-nhlperiod-according-to-anthony-martineau/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH has been one of the most aggressive teams since the start of the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we know, the Montreal Canadiens have needed help on their top-6 line for quite some time now. The addition of Chris Kreider certainly helps in that regard, but they're still missing a true second-line center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-has-been-one-of-the-most-aggressive-teams-since-the-start-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-has-been-one-of-the-most-aggressive-teams-since-the-start-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki’s Injury Opens the Door for Oliver Kapanen to Take Over]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are off to an interesting start. Viewed by many as a trendy playoff pick and even a dark horse contender in the Atlantic Division, Montreal has stumbled out of the gate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-injury-opens-the-door-for-oliver-kapanen-to-take-over/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-injury-opens-the-door-for-oliver-kapanen-to-take-over/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5-on-5: The CH allows its opponents the fewest scoring chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[This season has been pretty tough for the Montreal Canadiens. Jakub Dobes isn't living up to expectations, and there are several injured players. And as we all know, the Habs will have to make do without their captain, Nick Suzuki, for at least two weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/5-on-5-the-ch-allows-its-opponents-the-fewest-scoring-chances/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/5-on-5-the-ch-allows-its-opponents-the-fewest-scoring-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson Back For The Canadiens, Fowler Starts .vs Blackhawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have confirmed that defenseman Mike Matheson will be returning to the lineup for Friday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks (8:00 pm ET) in Chicago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-back-for-the-canadiens-fowler-starts-vs-blackhawks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-back-for-the-canadiens-fowler-starts-vs-blackhawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Logan Mailloux Isn’t the Only D-man to Watch in Laval]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes, a player doesn’t follow the path we expect. He takes a few detours, plays in different leagues, and keeps looking for the right opportunity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-logan-mailloux-isnt-the-only-d-man-to-watch-in-laval/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-logan-mailloux-isnt-the-only-d-man-to-watch-in-laval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Advanced Stats: Jakub Dobes Ranks Among the Top 3 Worst Goaltenders in the NHL This Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes isn’t having a great season in goal for the Canadiens. The goaltender, who was the hero of the last playoffs, has struggled to recreate the magic of last spring since the start of this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/advanced-stats-jakub-dobes-ranks-among-the-top-3-worst-goaltenders-in-the-nhl-this-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/advanced-stats-jakub-dobes-ranks-among-the-top-3-worst-goaltenders-in-the-nhl-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marco Marciano: His official title with the CH has changed]]></title><description><![CDATA[In early 2026, Éric Raymond lost his job as the Canadiens' goaltending coach. At the time, the team's goaltenders were struggling… so they brought in Marco Marciano to replace him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/marco-marciano-his-official-title-with-the-ch-has-changed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/marco-marciano-his-official-title-with-the-ch-has-changed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson Back For Canadiens, Fowler Starts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have confirmed that defenseman Matheson will be returning to the lineup for Friday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks at 8:00 pm ET.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-back-for-canadiens-fowler-starts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-back-for-canadiens-fowler-starts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH’s up-and-comers could push Kaiden Guhle or Mike Matheson out the door]]></title><description><![CDATA[With several young defensemen knocking on the NHL's door, Kent Hughes may eventually have to make some pretty tough decisions. Because, in reality, the Habs are starting to have a lot of players competing for the same position.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chs-up-and-comers-could-push-kaiden-guhle-or-mike-matheson-out-the-door/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chs-up-and-comers-could-push-kaiden-guhle-or-mike-matheson-out-the-door/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson and Jacob Fowler (as the starting pitcher) will play tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight, the Canadiens will face the Blackhawks in Chicago. And for this game, Jacob Fowler will get the start for the Habs. This isn't a huge surprise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-and-jacob-fowler-as-the-starting-pitcher-will-play-tonight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-and-jacob-fowler-as-the-starting-pitcher-will-play-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Are the Montreal Canadiens Without Nick Suzuki?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canadiens fans have received terrible injury news. On top of missing two forwards, a defenseman, and a goaltender, captain Nick Suzuki will miss two to four weeks with an upper-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/who-are-the-montreal-canadiens-without-nick-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/who-are-the-montreal-canadiens-without-nick-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes: The Montreal Canadiens’ Communications Department’s Nightmare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Often, when we ask ourselves a question, all we have to do is listen carefully to find the answer. What am I talking about? When I heard Jakub Dobes tell us that he hadn't made a mistake on Tuesday night by taking a minor penalty in overtime, I immediately understood why he hadn't spoken to the media after Tuesday's game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-the-montreal-canadiens-communications-departments-nightmare/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-the-montreal-canadiens-communications-departments-nightmare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exclusive Photos: Nick Suzuki Has (Already) Started Skating Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki is injured. You know that. But this morning, our colleague Patrick Guillet took the time to head to Brossard to see if any injured players would be on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/exclusive-photos-nick-suzuki-has-already-started-skating-again/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/exclusive-photos-nick-suzuki-has-already-started-skating-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexandre Carrier wants to stay in Montreal, but the Habs still haven’t made a move]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have six NHL players who will become unrestricted free agents in a year. Goaltender Samuel Montembeault, defenseman Alexandre Carrier, and forwards Kirby Dach, Josh Anderson, Phillip Danault, and Chris Kreider are the players in question.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-wants-to-stay-in-montreal-but-the-habs-still-havent-made-a-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-wants-to-stay-in-montreal-but-the-habs-still-havent-made-a-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki’s Absence Will Give the Canadiens Their Biggest Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have been dealt a massive blow with captain Nick Suzuki expected to miss two to four weeks due to injury. For a team looking to build on last season’s success and establish itself as a legitimate playoff contender, losing its most important player is about as bad as it gets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-absence-will-give-the-canadiens-their-biggest-test/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-absence-will-give-the-canadiens-their-biggest-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A $2 million game for Chris Kreider, with Anthony Marcotte providing commentary, and the Jakub Dobes case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider signed a contract with the Canadiens worth $2.15 million guaranteed. His contract also includes bonuses. Since the player left $4 million in guaranteed money on the table in Anaheim, he signed a contract with certain bonuses that are relatively easy to earn to help the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-2-million-game-for-chris-kreider-with-anthony-marcotte-providing-commentary-and-the-jakub-dobes-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-2-million-game-for-chris-kreider-with-anthony-marcotte-providing-commentary-and-the-jakub-dobes-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Need to Look to Laval to Weather the Storm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are looking more pedestrian than the pre-season projections suggested. What’s more, critical player injuries are suddenly piling up – most notably the alarming Nick Suzuki news.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-to-look-to-laval-to-weather-the-storm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-to-look-to-laval-to-weather-the-storm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Two Potential Fill-Ins For Nick Suzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[If Oliver Kapanen doesn’t work out filling in for injured Montreal Canadiens captain and top centre Nick Suzuki, Alex Newhook and Kirby Dach could be options as well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-two-potential-fill-ins-for-nick-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-two-potential-fill-ins-for-nick-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens’ center line is terrible]]></title><description><![CDATA[We already knew the Canadiens lacked depth at center. But with Nick Suzuki now sidelined, the problem takes on a whole new dimension. Let's just say it's not exactly a dream scenario.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-center-line-is-terrible/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-center-line-is-terrible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens begin road trip without Nick Suzuki against Blackhawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki is expected to miss the first game of his NHL career Friday as the club visits the Chicago Blackhawks to kick off a four-game road trip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-begin-road-trip-without-nick-suzuki-against-blackhawks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-begin-road-trip-without-nick-suzuki-against-blackhawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Craig Button harshly criticizes the Canadiens’ defense]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CH has a talented offense, but with Ivan Demidov, who's been out for a while, and now Nick Suzuki going down, it will be interesting to see if they can keep up the pace.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/craig-button-harshly-criticizes-the-canadiens-defense/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/craig-button-harshly-criticizes-the-canadiens-defense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki: A Forced Break That Could Pay Off Big]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was bound to happen someday. After 546 consecutive games without ever missing a match since his NHL debut, Nick Suzuki will finally have to watch his teammates from the stands for two to four weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-a-forced-break-that-could-pay-off-big/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-a-forced-break-that-could-pay-off-big/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki’s Injury Is a Tough Break for the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is not the kind of news Montreal Canadiens fans wanted to hear. Nick Suzuki is expected to miss two to four weeks with an upper-body injury, and suddenly the Canadiens have a problem that goes well beyond replacing a few points on the scoresheet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-injury-is-a-tough-break-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-injury-is-a-tough-break-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage is untouchable with the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Hage is one of the National Hockey League’s top prospects. We see him becoming a key player for the Canadiens in the near future because he has a lot—and I mean a lot—of talent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-is-untouchable-with-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-is-untouchable-with-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Arber Xhekaj was hit… by a man on an electric scooter]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens players and car accidents—they go hand in hand. Emil Heineman getting hit by a car in Salt Lake City, Jacob Fowler getting hit by a car in Belleville… We can add Arber Xhekaj's name to the list, too!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-arber-xhekaj-was-hit-by-a-man-on-an-electric-scooter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-arber-xhekaj-was-hit-by-a-man-on-an-electric-scooter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach will get a shot at center on the first line (according to David Ettedgui)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens, who haven’t had a great start to the season, are in trouble. That's the big news in Montreal today: Nick Suzuki will be out for two to four weeks… and we all know just how thin the Canadiens' depth is at center.  Oliver Kapanen will get his chance on the team's first line, but if that doesn't work out… what then?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-will-get-a-shot-at-center-on-the-first-line-according-to-david-ettedgui/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-will-get-a-shot-at-center-on-the-first-line-according-to-david-ettedgui/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes’s blunder in overtime: The goalie doesn’t see it as a mistake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes isn’t the only one to blame for Tuesday night’s loss at the Bell Centre against the Sharks. There were other mistakes that hurt the team during the game, after all.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobess-blunder-in-overtime-the-goalie-doesnt-see-it-as-a-mistake/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobess-blunder-in-overtime-the-goalie-doesnt-see-it-as-a-mistake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[That’s why we had to get moving sooner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Without Nick Suzuki for the next few weeks, the Canadiens won't have it easy. The only one who might have it a little easier is Jakub Dobes, who's just stepped out of the spotlight for a little while.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/thats-why-we-had-to-get-moving-sooner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/thats-why-we-had-to-get-moving-sooner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov could join the CH on the road next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov hasn’t played since October 3 due to an injury. When will he return? We got a few more clues on that front after today's practice. Eric Engels posted an update about the Russian player on his X account.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-could-join-the-ch-on-the-road-next-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-could-join-the-ch-on-the-road-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki Out Two To Four Weeks; Canadiens Recall Beck]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prior to their practice on Thursday morning, the Montreal Canadiens announced that they had recalled Oliver Beck and that captain Nick Suzuki will miss the next two to four weeks with an upper-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-out-two-to-four-weeks-canadiens-recall-beck/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-out-two-to-four-weeks-canadiens-recall-beck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dobes, Slafkovsky + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dobes, Slafkovsky + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobes-slafkovsky-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobes-slafkovsky-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Noah Dobson and Oliver Kapanen on the first power play during practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Without Nick Suzuki, it's clear there's a hole in the lineup. For now, Oliver Kapanen is filling in for him on the first line. He's gone from the bench during the playoffs to the first line in just a few months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/noah-dobson-and-oliver-kapanen-on-the-first-power-play-during-practice/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/noah-dobson-and-oliver-kapanen-on-the-first-power-play-during-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky leaves practice with a bloody mouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[One piece of bad news leads to another. Juraj Slafkovsky left the Canadiens' practice before the other members of his line this morning after being hit in the face by a puck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-leaves-practice-with-a-bloody-mouth/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-leaves-practice-with-a-bloody-mouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki (upper body) out 2-4 weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki will miss two to four weeks with an upper-body injury, the team announced Thursday. The recipient of the Frank J.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-captain-nick-suzuki-upper-body-out-2-4-weeks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-captain-nick-suzuki-upper-body-out-2-4-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Nick Suzuki Out 2-4 Weeks, Owen Beck Recalled]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the longest iron man streaks in league history has met an unfortunate end, as Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki will be out 2-4 weeks with an upper-body injury, the team announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-nick-suzuki-out-2-4-weeks-owen-beck-recalled/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-nick-suzuki-out-2-4-weeks-owen-beck-recalled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen replaces Nick Suzuki on the first line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki will miss several weeks of action. That's THE big news of the day in Montreal. Naturally, we're wondering how the Canadiens will replace him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-replaces-nick-suzuki-on-the-first-line/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-replaces-nick-suzuki-on-the-first-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Nick Suzuki out 2-4 weeks with upper-body injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Well, this isn’t the best news if you’re a Montreal Canadiens fan. On Thursday, the team announced that captain Nick Suzuki will be out 2-4 weeks with an upper-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-nick-suzuki-out-2-4-weeks-with-upper-body-injury/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-nick-suzuki-out-2-4-weeks-with-upper-body-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owen Beck Recalled by the Canadiens (But Not David Reinbacher)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens recalled Owen Beck. It was a possibility, given that the Canadiens need reinforcements for the four-game road trip that will begin in the next few hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-recalled-by-the-canadiens-but-not-david-reinbacher/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-recalled-by-the-canadiens-but-not-david-reinbacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Blown Leads Are Becoming a Concerning Early-Season Trend]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens were one of the NHL’s most resilient teams last season, regularly finding ways to battle back from deficits and steal games that appeared to be slipping away.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-blown-leads-are-becoming-a-concerning-early-season-trend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-blown-leads-are-becoming-a-concerning-early-season-trend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens at Risk of Poor Start to 2026-27 Coming Back to Haunt Them]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens shouldn’t be embarrassed solely for letting another two-goal lead go up in smoke against the San Jose Sharks earlier this week, en route to a 4-3 overtime loss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-at-risk-of-poor-start-to-2026-27-coming-back-to-haunt-them/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-at-risk-of-poor-start-to-2026-27-coming-back-to-haunt-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elliotte Friedman’s theory regarding Jakub Dobes]]></title><description><![CDATA[I don’t think I need to paint another picture of the Canadiens’ goalies. Everyone knows that right now, the team plays with more confidence when Jacob Fowler is in net.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/elliotte-friedmans-theory-regarding-jakub-dobes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/elliotte-friedmans-theory-regarding-jakub-dobes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Next Chapter of the Canadiens vs. Bruins Rivalry]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is no hatred in North American professional sports quite as pure, as historical, or as deeply ingrained as the war between the Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-next-chapter-of-the-canadiens-vs-bruins-rivalry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-next-chapter-of-the-canadiens-vs-bruins-rivalry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[46 minor penalties in nine games: The Canadiens just don’t learn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of the season, there's been one thing in particular that's been drawing attention with the Canadiens. What am I talking about? Discipline issues, which have already cost the team a few games since the start of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/46-minor-penalties-in-nine-games-the-canadiens-just-dont-learn/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/46-minor-penalties-in-nine-games-the-canadiens-just-dont-learn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Noah Dobson earns $9.5 million per season: He needs to give back (a lot) more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noah Dobson finished last night’s game with four shots on goal and 21:44 of ice time. And that's all there is to say on the positive side. The Canadiens defenseman had a tough game and was (partly) responsible for two of the Sharks' goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/noah-dobson-earns-95-million-per-season-he-needs-to-give-back-a-lot-more/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/noah-dobson-earns-95-million-per-season-he-needs-to-give-back-a-lot-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Send Reinbacher and Beck to Laval: Why That's Good]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens fans would love to see young players arrive in Montreal and make themselves permanent fixtures in the lineup. That’s part of the fun of watching a team build for the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-send-reinbacher-and-beck-to-laval-why-thats-good/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-send-reinbacher-and-beck-to-laval-why-thats-good/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault: David Pagnotta (Almost) Closes the Door on the Rangers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New York Rangers are in a strange situation. The team, which has to make do WITHOUT Igor Shesterkin, keeps winning. With a 7-2-1 record in their last ten games, the New York team is surprising just about everyone&hellip; and one has to wonder what the plan is within the club's front office.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-david-pagnotta-almost-closes-the-door-on-the-rangers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-david-pagnotta-almost-closes-the-door-on-the-rangers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Reassign Owen Beck, David Reinbacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this morning, the Montreal Canadiens announced they reassigned forward Owen Beck and defenseman David Reinbacher to the AHL&rsquo;s Laval Rocket. The Canadiens now have 21 players on their active roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-reassign-owen-beck-david-reinbacher/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-reassign-owen-beck-david-reinbacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zharovsky is really turning heads, Bowness is on fire (again), and Bergeron is full of praise for Price]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Zharovsky hasn&rsquo;t had the best start to the season in the KHL. But today, we saw the full extent of his talent. The Canadiens prospect finished the game with one goal and two assists and helped his team secure a win against HC Metallurg Magnitogorsk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zharovsky-is-really-turning-heads-bowness-is-on-fire-again-and-bergeron-is-full-of-praise-for-price/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zharovsky-is-really-turning-heads-bowness-is-on-fire-again-and-bergeron-is-full-of-praise-for-price/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sneak peek at Habs logo at Heritage Classic rink #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sneak peek at Habs logo at Heritage Classic rink #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sneak-peek-at-habs-logo-at-heritage-classic-rink-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sneak-peek-at-habs-logo-at-heritage-classic-rink-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Loan Reinbacher and Beck To Laval Rocket]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have loaned forward Owen Beck and defenseman David Reinbacher back down to their AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket.&nbsp; Both players did not play in the Canadiens&rsquo; 4-3 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night at the Bell Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-loan-reinbacher-and-beck-to-laval-rocket/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-loan-reinbacher-and-beck-to-laval-rocket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine: The message from the teams to him is clear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine is still a free agent in the NHL at the moment. And don't think it's because the Finnish player, who hasn't played in a year, wants to explore options outside the world's best league.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-the-message-from-the-teams-to-him-is-clear/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-the-message-from-the-teams-to-him-is-clear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owen Beck and David Reinbacher Traded to the Rocket]]></title><description><![CDATA[With 24 hours to go before a long four-game road trip, the Canadiens&hellip; sent some players down to the minors. Owen Beck and David Reinbacher, who had nothing to do with yesterday's loss since they didn't play, were sent down by the Canadiens to the Laval Rocket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-and-david-reinbacher-traded-to-the-rocket/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-and-david-reinbacher-traded-to-the-rocket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: San Jose Sharks comeback to beat the Montreal Canadiens in overtime]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens put up a fight Tuesday night, but it was yet another overtime game with the San Jose Sharks winning 4-3.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-san-jose-sharks-comeback-to-beat-the-montreal-canadiens-in-overtime/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-san-jose-sharks-comeback-to-beat-the-montreal-canadiens-in-overtime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Penalties: Cole Caufield Blames Jakub Dobes and Arber Xhekaj]]></title><description><![CDATA[I mentioned it briefly this morning, but penalties are among the reasons behind the Canadiens' loss. It's not the only reason (Jake Evans' and Lane Hutson's mistakes on the opponent's first two goals are also worth noting), but it's part of the explanation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/penalties-cole-caufield-blames-jakub-dobes-and-arber-xhekaj/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/penalties-cole-caufield-blames-jakub-dobes-and-arber-xhekaj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes did not answer questions from the media after his penalty in overtime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two days ago, I wrote that seeing the Canadiens win more often than not (not consistently, but still) wasn't exactly a coincidence. Why? Because the guys were scoring on the power play, weren't giving up much when shorthanded, and because Jacob Fowler was finding ways to win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-did-not-answer-questions-from-the-media-after-his-penalty-in-overtime/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-did-not-answer-questions-from-the-media-after-his-penalty-in-overtime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Sick Postgame: Habs Mistakes Do Them In]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the third time in eight days, the Montreal Canadiens blew a third period lead, but this time a costly mistake in overtime led to the San Jose Sharks coming out with the 4-3 overtime victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-mistakes-do-them-in/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-mistakes-do-them-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov is still wearing a boot on his right foot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight, the Canadiens lost to the Sharks. It's a painful loss, especially since the Habs were in control of a game they let slip away. Once again, the team blew a lead in the third period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-is-still-wearing-a-boot-on-his-right-foot/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-is-still-wearing-a-boot-on-his-right-foot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrini scores twice, Sharks rally to beat Habs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Macklin Celebrini scored his second goal of the game at 2:13 in overtime as the San Jose Sharks erased a two-goal deficit to beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 on Tuesday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/celebrini-scores-twice-sharks-rally-to-beat-habs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/celebrini-scores-twice-sharks-rally-to-beat-habs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A costly penalty by Jakub Dobes dooms the CH against the Sharks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight, the Canadiens took the ice at the Bell Centre. They hosted the San Jose Sharks. For the Habs, Jakub Dobes was back in net. It was a great opportunity for him to get his season back on track.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-costly-penalty-by-jakub-dobes-dooms-the-ch-against-the-sharks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-costly-penalty-by-jakub-dobes-dooms-the-ch-against-the-sharks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky scores a beauty against San Jose #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky scores a beauty against San Jose #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-scores-a-beauty-against-san-jose-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 03:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-scores-a-beauty-against-san-jose-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luke Mittelstadt: P.K. Subban’s record is within his reach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luke Mittelstadt has been gaining popularity in Montreal since training camp. The 23-year-old defenseman, who performed well in camp, has now recorded 13 points in six AHL games during the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/luke-mittelstadt-pk-subbans-record-is-within-his-reach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/luke-mittelstadt-pk-subbans-record-is-within-his-reach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andrei Markov at the Bell Centre #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrei Markov at the Bell Centre #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/andrei-markov-at-the-bell-centre-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/andrei-markov-at-the-bell-centre-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovský scores the best goal of his career]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens and the Sharks are currently facing off at the Bell Centre. We're in for a showdown between two of the NHL's best young teams. We're likely to see these two teams face off in many high-quality matchups in the coming years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsk-scores-the-best-goal-of-his-career/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsk-scores-the-best-goal-of-his-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Red Wings’ assistant general manager is attending the Canadiens’ game]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bell Centre was packed with fans eager to watch the game between the Canadiens and the Sharks. Nearly twenty scouts were in the stands for the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-red-wings-assistant-general-manager-is-attending-the-canadiens-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-red-wings-assistant-general-manager-is-attending-the-canadiens-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The St. Louis System, the Gaudreau Trial, and the Greatest Goaltender in History]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learning a new system of play isn&rsquo;t always easy. It takes some adjustment&hellip; and practice: the guys have to play to get used to their new environment on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-st-louis-system-the-gaudreau-trial-and-the-greatest-goaltender-in-history/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-st-louis-system-the-gaudreau-trial-and-the-greatest-goaltender-in-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes To Start, Adam Engstrom In For Canadiens vs. Sharks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes will make his first start since October 14 when he and his teammates welcome superstar Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks to the Bell Centre on Tuesday night at 7 pm ET.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-to-start-adam-engstrom-in-for-canadiens-vs-sharks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-to-start-adam-engstrom-in-for-canadiens-vs-sharks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Dobes Turn Things Around Before Fowler Takes Over in Montreal?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes, a hockey player doesn't need a big speech or a major change to get back on track. He needs another chance to show what he can do. That's where Jakub Dobes finds himself with the Montreal Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/can-dobes-turn-things-around-before-fowler-takes-over-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/can-dobes-turn-things-around-before-fowler-takes-over-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault and the Rangers: Three Obstacles to a Trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's only natural to link Samuel Montembeault to the Rangers. I know, I know: Monty is currently injured. But it's highly likely that the Canadiens will try to trade him once he's healthy again&mdash;even if that would leave only two young goalies to guard the net in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-and-the-rangers-three-obstacles-to-a-trade/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-and-the-rangers-three-obstacles-to-a-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes will play tonight | Mike Matheson is practicing with the regulars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, Mike Matheson practiced with Florian Xhekaj. So he was (pretty much) on his own. It was the first time he'd been on the ice (as far as we know, at least) since his injury was announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-will-play-tonight-mike-matheson-is-practicing-with-the-regulars/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-will-play-tonight-mike-matheson-is-practicing-with-the-regulars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens are (once again) one of the smallest teams in the NHL]]></title><description><![CDATA[The size of NHL players will always be a topic of conversation. Even though there's more room for smaller players than before, the fact remains that a smaller player will always have to prove 150 times over that he can get the job done to earn his place in the sun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-once-again-one-of-the-smallest-teams-in-the-nhl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-once-again-one-of-the-smallest-teams-in-the-nhl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Price-Halak to Fowler-Dobes: Canadiens Facing Familiar Dilemma]]></title><description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;Montreal&nbsp;Canadiens&nbsp;have&nbsp;an&nbsp;interesting&nbsp;situation&nbsp;developing&nbsp;between&nbsp;the&nbsp;pipes,&nbsp;and&nbsp;for&nbsp;longtime&nbsp;fans,&nbsp;it&nbsp;might&nbsp;bring&nbsp;back&nbsp;memories&nbsp;of&nbsp;a&nbsp;familiar&nbsp;goaltending&nbsp;debate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/from-price-halak-to-fowler-dobes-canadiens-facing-familiar-dilemma/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/from-price-halak-to-fowler-dobes-canadiens-facing-familiar-dilemma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharks seek first regulation win of season as they face Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks face Nick Suzuki and the host Montreal Canadiens in an East-meets-West showdown on Tuesday night. Tuesday's tilt is the first of two meetings between the teams this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sharks-seek-first-regulation-win-of-season-as-they-face-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sharks-seek-first-regulation-win-of-season-as-they-face-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tiebreaker: The CH has already put itself at a major disadvantage in the standings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have played eight games since the start of the 2026&ndash;27 season. So far, the team has a record of 4&ndash;3&ndash;1, which isn't bad. It's still extremely early in the season, of course.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tiebreaker-the-ch-has-already-put-itself-at-a-major-disadvantage-in-the-standings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 04:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tiebreaker-the-ch-has-already-put-itself-at-a-major-disadvantage-in-the-standings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The worst-case scenario for Mike Matheson was a six-month absence.']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens are currently without Mike Matheson. The defenseman, who is a key part of the team's blue-line, is being evaluated on a daily basis. The fact that he skated this morning (even though he did so separately from his teammates on a different rink) is a pretty clear sign that he's making progress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-worst-case-scenario-for-mike-matheson-was-a-six-month-absence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-worst-case-scenario-for-mike-matheson-was-a-six-month-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injuries: Here’s the Latest on the CH’s Injured Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens currently have several players on the injured list. In particular, the team is without Ivan Demidov, Samuel Montembeault, Mike Matheson, and Florian Xhekaj.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/injuries-heres-the-latest-on-the-chs-injured-players/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/injuries-heres-the-latest-on-the-chs-injured-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team Roster: The CH ranks… 23rd in The Athletic’s rankings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of the season, the Canadiens have a record of 4-3-1. Four wins, three losses in regulation&hellip; and another overtime loss. Is that great? The answer is no.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/team-roster-the-ch-ranks-23rd-in-the-athletics-rankings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/team-roster-the-ch-ranks-23rd-in-the-athletics-rankings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens NHL Trade Target: Owen Tippett]]></title><description><![CDATA[After not landing a big fish on the NHL trade market in the off-season, the Montreal Canadiens continue to search for a top six forward that is in his prime to place alongside the current core group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-nhl-trade-target-owen-tippett/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-nhl-trade-target-owen-tippett/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens answer questions about STM métros and buses #NHL #Shorts #Montreal #Metro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canadiens answer questions about STM métros and buses #NHL #Shorts #Montreal #Metro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-answer-questions-about-stm-mtros-and-buses-nhl-shorts-montreal-metro/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-answer-questions-about-stm-mtros-and-buses-nhl-shorts-montreal-metro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pugachyov is struggling, Hellebuyck is giving up (a lot) of goals, and Kreider doesn’t like outdoor games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov played his first game of the season in the KHL today. He was dressed for his team's last game&hellip; but the Torpedo coach simply decided not to put him in for even a single second.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/pugachyov-is-struggling-hellebuyck-is-giving-up-a-lot-of-goals-and-kreider-doesnt-like-outdoor-games/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/pugachyov-is-struggling-hellebuyck-is-giving-up-a-lot-of-goals-and-kreider-doesnt-like-outdoor-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage: Second-leading scorer in the NCAA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Hage clearly has no intention of slowing down this season. Why do I say that? Because the Montreal Canadiens prospect is off to an absolutely red-hot start to the NCAA season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-second-leading-scorer-in-the-ncaa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-second-leading-scorer-in-the-ncaa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A new look at practice #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new look at practice #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-new-look-at-practice-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-new-look-at-practice-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis is (once again) refusing to comment on who will be in goal tomorrow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since taking the job, Martin St-Louis has often said that managing goalies isn't his specialty. He often turned to &Eacute;ric Raymond during his early years in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-is-once-again-refusing-to-comment-on-who-will-be-in-goal-tomorrow/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-is-once-again-refusing-to-comment-on-who-will-be-in-goal-tomorrow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RUMOR | The Canadiens wanted to use Rickard Rakell to acquire Kirill Marchenko]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens were very interested in Kirill Marchenko. That's no secret. It's also no secret that the Blue Jackets wanted a top-tier player in exchange for the Russian.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rumor-the-canadiens-wanted-to-use-rickard-rakell-to-acquire-kirill-marchenko/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rumor-the-canadiens-wanted-to-use-rickard-rakell-to-acquire-kirill-marchenko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Practice: New Uniform, Same Absences]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at practice, the Canadiens surprised their fans. How? By having the players wear new uniforms. That's the big topic of conversation this morning in Brossard, one day before their matchup against the Sharks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-new-uniform-same-absences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-new-uniform-same-absences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield gets wolf hat 🐺 #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield gets wolf hat 🐺 #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-gets-wolf-hat-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-gets-wolf-hat-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fantasy Hockey 2026-27: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Week 4 of the Daily Faceoff Fantasy Strength of Schedule, your weekly guide to which teams&rsquo; schedules are worth streaming and which ones to avoid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fantasy-hockey-2026-27-weekly-strength-of-schedule-and-streaming-targets-week-4/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fantasy-hockey-2026-27-weekly-strength-of-schedule-and-streaming-targets-week-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 3 Canadiens Performers So Far This Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;Montreal&nbsp;Canadiens&nbsp;have&nbsp;had&nbsp;an&nbsp;interesting&nbsp;start&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;2026-27&nbsp;season.&nbsp;While&nbsp;there&nbsp;have&nbsp;been&nbsp;some&nbsp;encouraging&nbsp;performances,&nbsp;the&nbsp;team&nbsp;has&nbsp;also&nbsp;experienced&nbsp;its&nbsp;fair&nbsp;share&nbsp;of&nbsp;struggles,&nbsp;particularly&nbsp;defensively&nbsp;and&nbsp;between&nbsp;the&nbsp;pipes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-3-canadiens-performers-so-far-this-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-3-canadiens-performers-so-far-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mittelstadt: The Canadian may already be outperforming Engstrom and Reinbacher in Laval]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have just won three of their last four games, all of which were decided by a single goal. Montreal sits in sixth place in the Atlantic Division, just one point out of a playoff spot, but also just one point above last place in the division.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mittelstadt-the-canadian-may-already-be-outperforming-engstrom-and-reinbacher-in-laval/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mittelstadt-the-canadian-may-already-be-outperforming-engstrom-and-reinbacher-in-laval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s no coincidence that the Canadiens have started winning again]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens got off to a rough start this season. We know that. Among the reasons cited was the performance of the special teams. The Canadiens' players were unable to do their jobs in those situations during the first four games of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-no-coincidence-that-the-canadiens-have-started-winning-again/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-no-coincidence-that-the-canadiens-have-started-winning-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Need to Start Playing Full 60 Minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens survived another thrilling match on Saturday, vanquishing the Buffalo Sabres&nbsp;4-3 in overtime&nbsp;thanks to Cole Caufield&rsquo;s heroics. The victory improved Montreal to 4-3-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-to-start-playing-full-60-minutes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-to-start-playing-full-60-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach: Marco D’Amico believes he will eventually be traded]]></title><description><![CDATA[Things are really starting to get complicated for Kirby Dach in Montreal. After eight games this season, the Habs forward has recorded just one assist and has a plus-minus rating of -4.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-marco-damico-believes-he-will-eventually-be-traded/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-marco-damico-believes-he-will-eventually-be-traded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Jacques Plante: The Goalie Willing to Think Differently]]></title><description><![CDATA[I like Jacques Plante's story. He was a terrific goaltender, won Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens, and collected seven Vezina Trophies. Those accomplishments alone would make him memorable.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacques-plante-the-goalie-willing-to-think-differently/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 02:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacques-plante-the-goalie-willing-to-think-differently/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: What A Fully Healthy Montreal Canadiens Roster Could Look Like]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the next couple weeks, the Montreal Canadiens have a chance to have a fully healthy forward group for the first time all season once both Ivan Demidov and Florian Xhekaj return from injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-what-a-fully-healthy-montreal-canadiens-roster-could-look-like/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-what-a-fully-healthy-montreal-canadiens-roster-could-look-like/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Newhook’s name is starting to get around]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's no secret: the Canadiens are actively trying to improve, and Kent Hughes has been trying for some time now to acquire a second-line center. The Habs have plenty of assets to offer in terms of draft picks and prospects to seal a deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhooks-name-is-starting-to-get-around/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhooks-name-is-starting-to-get-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield Is the Kind of Scorer the Canadiens Can Count On]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some players score goals; others seem to have a knack for scoring when their team needs it most. Cole Caufield is making a pretty good case that he belongs in the second group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-is-the-kind-of-scorer-the-canadiens-can-count-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-is-the-kind-of-scorer-the-canadiens-can-count-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal Player: An Armada Employee Betrays His Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[This summer, the Blainville Boisbriand Armada appointed a new general manager: Pierre Dagenais. The former Montreal Canadiens player has thus landed a job in the QMJHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/illegal-player-an-armada-employee-betrays-his-club/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/illegal-player-an-armada-employee-betrays-his-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INTERVIEW | Patrice Brisebois’ Advice for Jakub Dobes and Kirby Dach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Patrice Brisebois attended the Canadiens game in a suite at the Bell Centre with the Hellmann's team. The goal? To showcase his ad campaign with the company (which is itself a partner of the Montreal Canadiens) and meet some Habs fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/interview-patrice-brisebois-advice-for-jakub-dobes-and-kirby-dach/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/interview-patrice-brisebois-advice-for-jakub-dobes-and-kirby-dach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Look at the CH’s Up-and-Comers: Michael Hage Records His 100th Career Point in the NCAA]]></title><description><![CDATA[With so many prospects in the Montreal Canadiens' organization, it's getting hard to keep track of each one's performance across all the different leagues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-look-at-the-chs-up-and-comers-michael-hage-records-his-100th-career-point-in-the-ncaa/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-look-at-the-chs-up-and-comers-michael-hage-records-his-100th-career-point-in-the-ncaa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 4-3 Loss to the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[To say that it has been an uneven start for the Buffalo Sabres would be putting it lightly. The last time out, they came back and took two points from the Toronto Maple Leafs with a 5-4 overtime win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-takeaways-from-the-sabres-4-3-loss-to-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-takeaways-from-the-sabres-4-3-loss-to-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Slafkovsky on the Fourth Line': Antoine Roussel Faces Harsh Criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky has faced a lot of criticism since the start of the season, as he hasn't been performing anywhere near as well as the Slafkovsky we saw last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/slafkovsky-on-the-fourth-line-antoine-roussel-faces-harsh-criticism/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/slafkovsky-on-the-fourth-line-antoine-roussel-faces-harsh-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mr. Saturday Night: It was about time he gave the CH two points]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the second time this week, the Montreal Canadiens got the better of the Buffalo Sabres, earning four points out of a possible four. However, once again last night, the Habs let a lead slip away and allowed the Sabres to pick up a point in each of the two games this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mr-saturday-night-it-was-about-time-he-gave-the-ch-two-points/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mr-saturday-night-it-was-about-time-he-gave-the-ch-two-points/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Sick Postgame: Mr. Saturday Night, Cole Caufield Wins it In OT]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield, aka Mr. Saturday Night, did it again in a 4-3 overtime win for the Montreal Canadiens over the Buffalo Sabres. Caufield scored his second goal of the game 54 seconds into the extra frame to seal the win for the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-mr-saturday-night-cole-caufield-wins-it-in-ot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-mr-saturday-night-cole-caufield-wins-it-in-ot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield scores in regulation, OT as Canadiens nip Sabres]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield scored his second goal of the game 54 seconds into overtime, lifting the Montreal Canadiens to a 4-3 win against the visiting Buffalo Sabres on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-scores-in-regulation-ot-as-canadiens-nip-sabres/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-scores-in-regulation-ot-as-canadiens-nip-sabres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Win (Again) in Overtime Against Buffalo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens defeated the Sabres on Tuesday at the Bell Centre. Both teams were back in action tonight, still in Montreal. Here are the lineups: The Sabres scored first.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-win-again-in-overtime-against-buffalo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 03:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-win-again-in-overtime-against-buffalo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson and Carrier: Renaud Lavoie says they&rsquo;ll remain with the CH 'as a matter of course']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Carrier has always had a big impact on the Canadiens ever since he joined the team. But over the past few weeks, it's become even clearer just how important his contribution is.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/anderson-and-carrier-renaud-lavoie-says-theyrsquoll-remain-with-the-ch-as-a-matter-of-course/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/anderson-and-carrier-renaud-lavoie-says-theyrsquoll-remain-with-the-ch-as-a-matter-of-course/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadian: 'I don&rsquo;t think management is about to make a move']]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of the summer, just about every player has been linked to the Habs. We know that as the days go by, the chances of seeing Dylan Larkin in Montreal are getting better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadian-i-donrsquot-think-management-is-about-to-make-a-move/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 01:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadian-i-donrsquot-think-management-is-about-to-make-a-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Explanation for Kapanen; McKenna Defends Hiller and Fowler’s Workload]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen will play his first game of the 2026-27 season tonight. The Finnish player, who was expected to be the club's second-line center heading into the season, has not yet been able to play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-explanation-for-kapanen-mckenna-defends-hiller-and-fowlers-workload/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-explanation-for-kapanen-mckenna-defends-hiller-and-fowlers-workload/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will the Canadiens Turn Sam Montembeault Into a Trade Asset?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes, a team has to make a difficult decision before it becomes obvious. The Montreal Canadiens might be getting close to that point with goaltender Sam Montembeault.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/will-the-canadiens-turn-sam-montembeault-into-a-trade-asset/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/will-the-canadiens-turn-sam-montembeault-into-a-trade-asset/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let’s (finally) debunk the myth of meritocracy]]></title><description><![CDATA[We hear all sorts of things about the famous meritocracy, which, according to many, should govern every decision made by the good leaders of the Flanelle and the NHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lets-finally-debunk-the-myth-of-meritocracy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lets-finally-debunk-the-myth-of-meritocracy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Activate Oliver Kapanen, Place Florian Xhekaj On IR]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have made a pair of roster moves in advance of their game tonight against Buffalo.&nbsp; The team announced that center Oliver Kapanen will make his season debut, meaning he has been activated off injured reserve.&nbsp; To make room for him on the roster, winger Florian Xhekaj has been placed on IR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-activate-oliver-kapanen-place-florian-xhekaj-on-ir/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-activate-oliver-kapanen-place-florian-xhekaj-on-ir/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Oliver Kapanen to make season debut against Sabres]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens will get a boost to their lineup. The team announced on social media that forward Oliver Kapanen and defenseman David Reinbacher will make their 2026-27 regular-season debuts Saturday night when they host the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-oliver-kapanen-to-make-season-debut-against-sabres/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-oliver-kapanen-to-make-season-debut-against-sabres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fowler To Start; Reinbacher and Kapanen Draw In For Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler will start on Saturday night when the Canadiens host the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre for the second time in five days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fowler-to-start-reinbacher-and-kapanen-draw-in-for-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fowler-to-start-reinbacher-and-kapanen-draw-in-for-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexander Zharovsky: A Big Game to End a (Major) Slump]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Zharovsky isn't having a great season in Russia. The Canadiens' prospect, who showed a lot of promise in 2025&ndash;26 (even though he eventually hit a wall), has been slow to regain last year's form.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-a-big-game-to-end-a-major-slump/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-a-big-game-to-end-a-major-slump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher, Jacob Fowler, and Oliver Kapanen will play tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens practiced this morning in preparation for their Saturday night game against the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre. This practice gave us some important insights into tonight's lineup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-jacob-fowler-and-oliver-kapanen-will-play-tonight/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-jacob-fowler-and-oliver-kapanen-will-play-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cole Caufield has been invisible since the start of the season']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are off to a rather disappointing start to the season with a 3-3-1 record, when, obviously, we expect more from this team than a .500 record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-has-been-invisible-since-the-start-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-has-been-invisible-since-the-start-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Can’t Blame Slow 2026-27 Start on Copious Injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov is injured and the headlines are instead about him speeding, it kind of encapsulates the problem. And, clearly, with the team a mediocre 3-3-1 when many analysts had them safely in the playoffs and potentially contending for the Stanley Cup, things could be better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-cant-blame-slow-2026-27-start-on-copious-injuries/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-cant-blame-slow-2026-27-start-on-copious-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Anderson Is Proving Why the Canadiens Need to Extend Him]]></title><description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;Montreal&nbsp;Canadiens&nbsp;have&nbsp;plenty&nbsp;of&nbsp;exciting&nbsp;young&nbsp;players&nbsp;who&nbsp;are&nbsp;expected&nbsp;to&nbsp;play&nbsp;major&nbsp;roles&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;team&rsquo;s&nbsp;success&nbsp;over&nbsp;the&nbsp;coming&nbsp;years.&nbsp;However,&nbsp;while&nbsp;much&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;attention&nbsp;has&nbsp;understandably&nbsp;been&nbsp;directed&nbsp;toward&nbsp;the&nbsp;younger&nbsp;core,&nbsp;veteran&nbsp;forward&nbsp;Josh&nbsp;Anderson&nbsp;is&nbsp;once&nbs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-is-proving-why-the-canadiens-need-to-extend-him/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-is-proving-why-the-canadiens-need-to-extend-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AHL’s Top Scorer: Luke Mittelstadt Deserves a Chance in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Laval Rocket is once again off to a very strong start to the season, as has been the case for several seasons now. Daniel Jacob's team currently has four wins in five games, which is an excellent record&mdash;the second-best in the entire American Hockey League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ahls-top-scorer-luke-mittelstadt-deserves-a-chance-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ahls-top-scorer-luke-mittelstadt-deserves-a-chance-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evaluating Owen Beck’s True Value to the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Look closely at the construction of a modern Stanley Cup contender, and you&rsquo;ll notice a distinct pattern.&nbsp; It isn&rsquo;t just about the highlight-reel superstars who trigger light shows and sell out jersey racks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/evaluating-owen-becks-true-value-to-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/evaluating-owen-becks-true-value-to-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson, Xhekaj + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anderson, Xhekaj + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/anderson-xhekaj-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/anderson-xhekaj-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson’s case is encouraging]]></title><description><![CDATA[During last Saturday&rsquo;s game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Detroit Red Wings, defenseman Mike Matheson was injured. He hasn't played since and was listed as day-to-day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-mathesons-case-is-encouraging/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 03:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-mathesons-case-is-encouraging/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I like Michael Hage, but Dylan Larkin is a safe bet.']]></title><description><![CDATA[When will the Dylan Larkin saga finally end? Ever since the Red Wings visited the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on October 10, the rumors have picked up steam again, fueled by chants of &ldquo;Larkin&rdquo; from the crowd.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-like-michael-hage-but-dylan-larkin-is-a-safe-bet/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 02:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-like-michael-hage-but-dylan-larkin-is-a-safe-bet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Anderson Wants To Extend With Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran winger Josh Anderson hopes the 2026-27 season won&rsquo;t be his last with the Montreal Canadiens. According to TSN&rsquo;s Darren Dreger, Anderson wants to sign an extension with the Canadiens sooner rather than later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-wants-to-extend-with-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-wants-to-extend-with-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabres seek to avenge Tuesday's loss to Canadiens in rematch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long in need of consistent depth contributions offensively, the Montreal Canadiens are finally getting some returns thus far in the young season, courtesy of rugged veteran Josh Anderson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sabres-seek-to-avenge-tuesdays-loss-to-canadiens-in-rematch/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sabres-seek-to-avenge-tuesdays-loss-to-canadiens-in-rematch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mason McTavish Is on Fire in St. Louis: Kent Hughes Missed His Chance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before the trade that sent him to St. Louis, Mason McTavish was making headlines in Montreal. There was a lot of talk about the possibility of the Habs picking him up from Anaheim because things weren't going well for him with the Ducks&hellip; and, above all, because he had an appealing profile for a team like the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mason-mctavish-is-on-fire-in-st-louis-kent-hughes-missed-his-chance/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mason-mctavish-is-on-fire-in-st-louis-kent-hughes-missed-his-chance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber’s New Mission, Crosby’s Future, and a Slap in the Face for Puygachyov]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj isn&rsquo;t a perfect defender. He has his strengths&hellip; and he also has his weaknesses. But you know what? The Sheriff hasn't been playing bad hockey since the start of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arbers-new-mission-crosbys-future-and-a-slap-in-the-face-for-puygachyov/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arbers-new-mission-crosbys-future-and-a-slap-in-the-face-for-puygachyov/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs unpack hockey cards #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs unpack hockey cards #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-unpack-hockey-cards-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-unpack-hockey-cards-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky Misses Practice; Florian Xhekaj Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky missed practice on Friday and the team also gave an update on injured forward Florian Xhekaj who has not skated since October 8.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-misses-practice-florian-xhekaj-update/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-misses-practice-florian-xhekaj-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrice Bergeron is (once again) VERY full of praise for Nick Suzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Patrice Bergeron talks about Nick Suzuki, he clearly doesn't have much negative to say about the Montreal Canadiens' captain. The former Boston Bruins player once again heaped praise on the Habs' No.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrice-bergeron-is-once-again-very-full-of-praise-for-nick-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrice-bergeron-is-once-again-very-full-of-praise-for-nick-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fowler Ahead of Price: Renaud Lavoie Makes a Bold Statement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc-Andr&eacute; &ldquo;Mapper&rdquo; Perreault now has his own daily show&mdash;Monday through Thursday&mdash;on 99.5 FM in Montreal and BLVD 102.1 in Quebec City. He's on the air from 6:00 p.m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fowler-ahead-of-price-renaud-lavoie-makes-a-bold-statement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fowler-ahead-of-price-renaud-lavoie-makes-a-bold-statement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Are Failing at the Details]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have had a curious start to the 2026-27 season. The club hasn&rsquo;t performed poorly. In some respects, they&rsquo;ve done quite admirably.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-are-failing-at-the-details/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-are-failing-at-the-details/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Florian Xhekaj out two weeks with lower-body injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tough news for one of Montreal&rsquo;s young depth pieces. On Friday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that forward Florian Xhekaj is going to be out for the next two weeks with a lower-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-florian-xhekaj-out-two-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-florian-xhekaj-out-two-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis’s Undecided Status, Jakub Dobes’s Role, and the Adam Engstrom Situation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The goalie controversy just won't go away in the news. This morning, Martin St-Louis didn't want to add fuel to the fire. When asked about his goalie for tomorrow's game, he refused to commit publicly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louiss-undecided-status-jakub-dobess-role-and-the-adam-engstrom-situation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louiss-undecided-status-jakub-dobess-role-and-the-adam-engstrom-situation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Practice: Here’s the lineup with David Reinbacher and Oliver Kapanen]]></title><description><![CDATA[As you may know, Juraj Slafkovsky was absent from today&rsquo;s practice. Oliver Kapanen, on the other hand, was there. After a few days of skating on his own (following a stretch where we never knew if he was going to skate or not), that was a good sign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-heres-the-lineup-with-david-reinbacher-and-oliver-kapanen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-heres-the-lineup-with-david-reinbacher-and-oliver-kapanen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj will be out for two weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have provided a medical update. Florian Xhekaj will have to sit out for another two weeks due to the lower-body injury that has kept him out of several games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-will-be-out-for-two-weeks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-will-be-out-for-two-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Need More From Jakub Dobes Moving Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;Montreal&nbsp;Canadiens&nbsp;entered&nbsp;the&nbsp;2026-27&nbsp;season&nbsp;with&nbsp;plenty&nbsp;of&nbsp;optimism&nbsp;surrounding&nbsp;their&nbsp;goaltending&nbsp;situation.&nbsp;After&nbsp;an&nbsp;impressive&nbsp;playoff&nbsp;run&nbsp;last&nbsp;spring,&nbsp;Jakub&nbsp;Dobes&nbsp;appeared&nbsp;ready&nbsp;to&nbsp;take&nbsp;another&nbsp;step&nbsp;forward&nbsp;and&nbsp;establish&nbsp;himself&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;team&rsquo;s&nbsp;starting&nbsp;goaltender.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-more-from-jakub-dobes-moving-forward/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-more-from-jakub-dobes-moving-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky Misses Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big news from practice. The Canadiens announced that Juraj Slafkovsky will miss today's practice. Instead, he'll be undergoing treatment today. That's a tough blow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-misses-practice/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-misses-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travis Konecny Linked To the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rumor going around right now is that Kent Hughes is looking into all the star players who might be available throughout the National Hockey League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/travis-konecny-linked-to-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/travis-konecny-linked-to-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky: A Hard Blow That Leaves Its Mark?]]></title><description><![CDATA[That&rsquo;s an interesting question. Has Juraj Slafkovsky been the same since Max Crozier hit him hard in the playoffs, during Game 4 against the Tampa Bay Lightning last spring?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-a-hard-blow-that-leaves-its-mark/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-a-hard-blow-that-leaves-its-mark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver’s License: Ivan Demidov Faces Criticism in Toronto]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov's driver's license continues to be the subject of widespread discussion. As you may know, the Russian player (who is currently injured) risks losing his driver's license due to speeding violations in recent months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/drivers-license-ivan-demidov-faces-criticism-in-toronto/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/drivers-license-ivan-demidov-faces-criticism-in-toronto/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travis Konecny Signs with the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rumor going around right now is that Kent Hughes is looking into all the star players who might be available throughout the National Hockey League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/travis-konecny-signs-with-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/travis-konecny-signs-with-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Perron Signs a Contract Before Patrik Laine]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Perron didn&rsquo;t have to wait very long to make his return to the NHL. The 38-year-old from Quebec has reportedly agreed to a one-year contract with the Dallas Stars that will pay him $850,000 on a pro-rated basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-perron-signs-a-contract-before-patrik-laine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 03:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-perron-signs-a-contract-before-patrik-laine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan O’Reilly: Pierre Dorion’s Choice at Center for the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens need help at center if they really want to give themselves a chance to contend for the top spot in the Atlantic Division. Kent Hughes is certainly interested in players like Dylan Larkin and Mark Scheifele, but another name has been mentioned by a former NHL general manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ryan-oreilly-pierre-dorions-choice-at-center-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ryan-oreilly-pierre-dorions-choice-at-center-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Jakub Dobes Is Not Positioning Himself Well]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is no sugarcoating that goaltender Jakub Dobes has struggled mightily in his recent games, and it is costing the Montreal Canadiens points in the standings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-jakub-dobes-is-not-positioning-himself-well/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-jakub-dobes-is-not-positioning-himself-well/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens want to make a trade to improve the team before resolving the Josh Anderson situation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bright spot for the Canadiens in Wednesday's loss to the Capitals was Josh Anderson's performance. His two goals proved why he currently deserves a spot on the second line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-want-to-make-a-trade-to-improve-the-team-before-resolving-the-josh-anderson-situation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-want-to-make-a-trade-to-improve-the-team-before-resolving-the-josh-anderson-situation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Time for Juraj Slafkovsky to Wake Up (2.0)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Around (almost) the same time last year, I posted an article on the website saying this: It's time for Juraj Slafkovsky to wake up. The great Slovak player, at that time, hadn't had a strong start to the season, and we needed to see more from him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-time-for-juraj-slafkovsky-to-wake-up-20/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-time-for-juraj-slafkovsky-to-wake-up-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Anderson’s Future in Montreal Dependent on Big Trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson is off to a nice start this season, scoring his third and fourth goals against the Washington Capitals. In the final season of his contract, talk about what the Canadiens plan to do with his extension have started to surface.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-andersons-future-in-montreal-dependent-on-big-trade/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-andersons-future-in-montreal-dependent-on-big-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexandre Carrier: The Canadiens need to resolve his situation as soon as possible]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexandre Carrier, who is in the final year of his contract (this is important to note in the context of this article), is quietly becoming a priority for the Montreal Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-the-canadiens-need-to-resolve-his-situation-as-soon-as-possible/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-the-canadiens-need-to-resolve-his-situation-as-soon-as-possible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes off to slow start for Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens had sky-high hopes for this season after making a run to the 2026 Eastern Conference Final, and the new year has proven to be a bit of a mixed bag to this point.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-off-to-slow-start-for-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-off-to-slow-start-for-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage will participate in the upcoming Spengler Cup (but not with Canada)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Great news for Michael Hage. The Montreal Canadiens prospect has been selected to participate in the 2026 Spengler Cup, which will take place December 26&ndash;31 in Davos, Switzerland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-will-participate-in-the-upcoming-spengler-cup-but-not-with-canada/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-will-participate-in-the-upcoming-spengler-cup-but-not-with-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Surprising Line Is Outperforming Hockey’s Best]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here&rsquo;s something worth a look. When we talk about Canada&rsquo;s top NHL teams, we usually start with the biggest names. Connor McDavid. Leon Draisaitl. Auston Matthews.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-surprising-line-is-outperforming-hockeys-best/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-surprising-line-is-outperforming-hockeys-best/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bonus: Kent Hughes’ Interview and the Difference Between the Two Languages]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday&rsquo;s game on Prime continues to be the talk of the town. That's only natural, after all. Why? Because it was the first game in Canadiens history to be available exclusively in French outside of traditional TV.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/bonus-kent-hughes-interview-and-the-difference-between-the-two-languages/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/bonus-kent-hughes-interview-and-the-difference-between-the-two-languages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Problem with Jakub Dobes (and the Montreal Media)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal sports fans had a rough night yesterday. CF Montr&eacute;al put on a disgraceful performance&mdash;nothing less&mdash;at Stade Saputo, which is supposed to be their &ldquo;fortress.&rdquo; Losing 3&ndash;0 in front of your own fans in soccer is unacceptable.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-problem-with-jakub-dobes-and-the-montreal-media/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-problem-with-jakub-dobes-and-the-montreal-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Have Trade Offer Ready to Get Over Larkin Finish Line]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are ready and willing to pay a premium to pry Dylan Larkin out of Detroit. As the Red Wings work through their trade conversations with other teams about Larkin, the one team that seems eager to get something done has to wait for Larkin to put them on his preferred trade list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-trade-offer-ready-to-get-over-larkin-finish-line/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-trade-offer-ready-to-get-over-larkin-finish-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After Connor Zary clears waivers, Brad Treliving’s drafting continues to haunt the Calgary Flames]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anytime a former first-round selection ends up on waivers, there&rsquo;s going to be some major questions. Not only did Connor Zary get placed on waivers earlier this week, but he also cleared them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/after-connor-zary-clears-waivers-brad-trelivings-drafting-continues-to-haunt-the-calgary-flames/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/after-connor-zary-clears-waivers-brad-trelivings-drafting-continues-to-haunt-the-calgary-flames/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen has a good chance of playing on Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen&rsquo;s situation is a mystery. The player, who has been on a day-to-day basis for the past few weeks, hasn't played yet this season. Sometimes he skates, but other times he can't get on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-has-a-good-chance-of-playing-on-saturday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-has-a-good-chance-of-playing-on-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis: 'It&rsquo;s always hard to win when you give up five goals.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes' start to the season has been lackluster. As a result, the Canadiens are giving up goals to their opponents far too often. They aren't always able to build on their momentum or even come back in games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-itrsquos-always-hard-to-win-when-you-give-up-five-goals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-itrsquos-always-hard-to-win-when-you-give-up-five-goals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Jakub Dobes struggles continue as the Montreal Canadiens fall to the Capitals in Washington]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Washington, the Canadiens played well, but it was another rough night for Jakub Dobes in net as they fell 5-4.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-jakub-dobes-struggles-continue-as-the-montreal-canadiens-fall-to-the-capitals-in-washington/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-jakub-dobes-struggles-continue-as-the-montreal-canadiens-fall-to-the-capitals-in-washington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Canadiens Who Need to Step Up After a Slow Start]]></title><description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;Montreal&nbsp;Canadiens&nbsp;entered&nbsp;the&nbsp;2026-27&nbsp;season&nbsp;with&nbsp;plenty&nbsp;of&nbsp;optimism&nbsp;surrounding&nbsp;their&nbsp;young&nbsp;core.&nbsp;After&nbsp;taking&nbsp;significant&nbsp;steps&nbsp;forward&nbsp;last&nbsp;season,&nbsp;expectations&nbsp;are&nbsp;understandably&nbsp;higher&nbsp;for&nbsp;Martin&nbsp;St.&nbsp;Louis&rsquo;&nbsp;squad.&nbsp;However,&nbsp;while&nbsp;there&nbsp;have&nbsp;been&nbsp;some&nbsp;encouraging&nbsp;performances&nbsp;early&nbsp;on,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-who-need-to-step-up-after-a-slow-start/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-who-need-to-step-up-after-a-slow-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[If Lane Hutson were still playing against his brother, he’d win the Norris Trophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brotherly bonds are always special. The competitive spirit is still there. The example that always comes to mind is that of the Nola brothers. Aaron is a top pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, and he has thrown only nine pitches at 96 MPH or faster in his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-lane-hutson-were-still-playing-against-his-brother-hed-win-the-norris-trophy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-lane-hutson-were-still-playing-against-his-brother-hed-win-the-norris-trophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes: From Hero to…]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the first game of the season, in which he played exceptionally well, Jakub Dobes spoke to the media. He mentioned that he wanted to prove to his haters that he's still a good goalie and that he's hungry for more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-from-hero-to/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-from-hero-to/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Sick Postgame: Habs Late Comeback Falls Short]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens lost 5-4 to the Washington Capitals after their late comeback push fell short.&nbsp; Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki would score a late power play goal off a pass from Lane Hutson with 1:39 left in regulation to cut the lead to 5-4, but it was too little too late as they weren&rsquo;t able to complete the comeback.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-late-comeback-falls-short/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-late-comeback-falls-short/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capitals Beat Canadiens 5-4: What Did We Learn?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some nights, a hockey game reminds you that scoring goals is only half the job. The Montreal Canadiens scored four times in Washington on Wednesday night, but it wasn't enough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/capitals-beat-canadiens-5-4-what-did-we-learn/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/capitals-beat-canadiens-5-4-what-did-we-learn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another poor performance by Jakub Dobes sinks the CH]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a second consecutive shootout victory, Martin St-Louis&rsquo;s team was back in action, this time in Washington. Here are the lineups for this second game in two nights for both teams: It was a chance to see the first-ever Hutson Bowl.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/another-poor-performance-by-jakub-dobes-sinks-the-ch/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/another-poor-performance-by-jakub-dobes-sinks-the-ch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special moment for Hutson brothers #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Special moment for Hutson brothers #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/special-moment-for-hutson-brothers-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/special-moment-for-hutson-brothers-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t think this threesome will end easily]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even in 2026, the Canadiens' three-way goaltending rotation remains a recurring topic. We thought we were done with it at the start of the season, but think again: Samuel Montembeault's injury has changed everything.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dont-think-this-threesome-will-end-easily/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dont-think-this-threesome-will-end-easily/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler is (already) throwing his hat into the ring for the Calder Trophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler is (still) considered a rookie in the NHL. He played a few games with the Canadiens last season, but that doesn't affect his eligibility for the Calder Trophy in '26&ndash;'27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-already-throwing-his-hat-into-the-ring-for-the-calder-trophy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-already-throwing-his-hat-into-the-ring-for-the-calder-trophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin: The Canadiens Have the Best Offer for the Wings (Among All NHL Teams)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens are in a great position right now. They have some (very) talented players on their roster, such as Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, Juraj Slafkovsky, Ivan Demidov, and Lane Hutson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-the-canadiens-have-the-best-offer-for-the-wings-among-all-nhl-teams/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-the-canadiens-have-the-best-offer-for-the-wings-among-all-nhl-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goals for the CH, Jacob Fowler Talks About Carey Price, and Rick Bowness’s Anger]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have taken steps to improve their team in recent months. And that's probably the National Hockey League's worst-kept secret. Kent Hughes is still involved in several deals because he has his eye on some players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/goals-for-the-ch-jacob-fowler-talks-about-carey-price-and-rick-bownesss-anger/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/goals-for-the-ch-jacob-fowler-talks-about-carey-price-and-rick-bownesss-anger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Kirby Dach seems to have lost his spirit': Mathias Brunet&rsquo;s (worrying) assessment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach is having an average start to the season. And I'm being generous with my comments. The big #77 seems&hellip; inconsistent. He's not playing the right way, his effort level isn't great, and that's making it hard for Martin St-Louis to give him a key role on the Montreal lineup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-seems-to-have-lost-his-spirit-mathias-brunetrsquos-worrying-assessment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-seems-to-have-lost-his-spirit-mathias-brunetrsquos-worrying-assessment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Noah Dobson’s Physical Play Helping The Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson has begun to show a lot more physicality in his game and that&rsquo;s making him an even better defenseman. During the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; 4-3 shootout victory against the Buffalo Sabres, Noah Dobson tied his career-high of hits in a game with five (originally set on April 7th, 2026 vs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-noah-dobsons-physical-play-helping-the-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-noah-dobsons-physical-play-helping-the-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Alexander Zharovsky doesn&rsquo;t look anything like last year&rsquo;s rising star.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Last year, Alexander Zharovsky had a strong rookie season in the KHL in Russia. Despite a dip in form down the stretch, the young player finished the season with 42 points in 59 games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-doesnrsquot-look-anything-like-last-yearrsquos-rising-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-doesnrsquot-look-anything-like-last-yearrsquos-rising-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov could lose his driver’s license]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov is currently injured. And let's just say that's not his only problem. According to a report by journalist Camille Payant (Journal de Montr&eacute;al) this afternoon, Ivan Demidov is likely to lose his driver's license soon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-could-lose-his-drivers-license/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-could-lose-his-drivers-license/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Canadiens Be Worried About Slafkovsky's Slow Start?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes, a hockey player can have a pretty good night, but there's still a bigger picture to consider. Juraj Slafkovsky picked up two assists in the Montreal Canadiens' 4-3 shootout win over Buffalo on Tuesday, helping set up goals by Lane Hutson and Cole Caufield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/should-canadiens-be-worried-about-slafkovskys-slow-start/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/should-canadiens-be-worried-about-slafkovskys-slow-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher won’t be playing tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have just explained why David Reinbacher was recalled. The team decided to call him up as a precaution, as reported by Anthony Martineau.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-wont-be-playing-tonight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-wont-be-playing-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault: His absence could last longer than initially announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don't call it a goaltending controversy. The Canadiens are currently counting on Jacob Fowler, who is playing well and inspiring his teammates. They're also counting on Jakub Dobes, who needs to find his footing again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-his-absence-could-last-longer-than-initially-announced/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-his-absence-could-last-longer-than-initially-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Recalls Reinbacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens picked up a 4-3 win over the Sabres last night in a shootout. They will play the second half of a back-to-back tonight as they&rsquo;ll face the Washington Capitals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-recalls-reinbacher/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-recalls-reinbacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler Is Making the Canadiens’ Goaltending Decisions More Complicated]]></title><description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;Montreal&nbsp;Canadiens&nbsp;entered&nbsp;the&nbsp;2026-27&nbsp;season&nbsp;with&nbsp;some&nbsp;interesting&nbsp;questions&nbsp;surrounding&nbsp;their&nbsp;goaltending&nbsp;situation.&nbsp;With&nbsp;Jakub&nbsp;Dobes&nbsp;expected&nbsp;to&nbsp;carry&nbsp;a&nbsp;significant&nbsp;portion&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;workload&nbsp;and&nbsp;Samuel&nbsp;Montembeault&nbsp;looking&nbsp;to&nbsp;bounce&nbsp;back&nbsp;from&nbsp;a&nbsp;difficult&nbsp;campaign,&nbsp;the&nbsp;organization&nbsp;appeared&nbsp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-making-the-canadiens-goaltending-decisions-more-complicated/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-making-the-canadiens-goaltending-decisions-more-complicated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Recall David Reinbacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced late Wednesday morning that they had recalled rookie defenseman David Reinbacher from their AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-recall-david-reinbacher/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-recall-david-reinbacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[With Fowler, the CH dominates. With Dobes, they struggle.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let's dispel a myth right away that&mdash;for some reason I can't quite figure out&mdash;has persisted over the years: No, I don't actually prefer to see the Canadiens lose.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/with-fowler-the-ch-dominates-with-dobes-they-struggle/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/with-fowler-the-ch-dominates-with-dobes-they-struggle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Recall David Reinbacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to a team announcement, the Montreal Canadiens have recalled defenseman David Reinbacher from the AHL&rsquo;s Laval Rocket. Montreal had an open spot on the active roster, so no corresponding roster move was required.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-recall-david-reinbacher/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-recall-david-reinbacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Beat the Sabres 4-3: What Did We Learn?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens found a way to win again, and at this point in the season, there's something to be said for that. On Tuesday night, Montreal built a two-goal lead against the Buffalo Sabres, watched it disappear in the third period, and still came away with a 4-3 shootout victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-beat-the-sabres-4-3-what-did-we-learn/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-beat-the-sabres-4-3-what-did-we-learn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher Recalled by the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[We expected this might happen, but now it's a reality. David Reinbacher has been recalled by the Canadiens, who will play in Washington tonight. The team had only six healthy defensemen yesterday and decided this morning to call up a player who had a strong training camp and is a top prospect.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-recalled-by-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-recalled-by-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop thinking that Kirby Dach can change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach has been in the NHL since 2019. He's entering his eighth season in the league and his fifth in Montreal. At this point, if he had wanted to change and become a player who's tough to play against&mdash;as they say&mdash;he would have done so.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/stop-thinking-that-kirby-dach-can-change/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/stop-thinking-that-kirby-dach-can-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens win their second straight in a shootout shading the Buffalo Sabres]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens dominated the Sabres outshooting them 34-17, yet this one went to overtime, and then a shootout with the Canadiens taking it 4-3. Justice got the last word.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-win-their-second-straight-in-a-shootout-shading-the-buffalo-sabres/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-win-their-second-straight-in-a-shootout-shading-the-buffalo-sabres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens look to take advantage of Caps' late-game struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Washington Capitals look to snap a two-game slide when they host the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday in the second game of a back-to-back for both sides.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-look-to-take-advantage-of-caps-late-game-struggles/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-look-to-take-advantage-of-caps-late-game-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Bolduc Shootout Magic Strikes Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the second straight game, it took the Montreal Canadiens a shootout to secure the victory, as they beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 on Tuesday night.&nbsp;&nbsp; The game-winner in the shootout was scored by Alexandre Texier; however, both Cole Caufield and Zach Bolduc scored on their attempts to go 3/3 on Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-bolduc-shootout-magic-strikes-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-bolduc-shootout-magic-strikes-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Another Shootout Win For The Habs]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp; Cole Caufield and Zach Bolduc scored on their attempts to go 3/3 on Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen. Meanwhile, Tage Thompson got the only goal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-another-shootout-win-for-the-habs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-another-shootout-win-for-the-habs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zachary Bolduc is becoming indispensable]]></title><description><![CDATA[It didn't take Zachary Bolduc long to make his presence felt this season. After just six games, the Quebec native already has four points, including two goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-is-becoming-indispensable/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-is-becoming-indispensable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens relinquish two-goal lead, sink Sabres in shootout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield and Lane Hutson each had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens recovered for a 4-3 shootout win against the visiting Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-relinquish-two-goal-lead-sink-sabres-in-shootout/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-relinquish-two-goal-lead-sink-sabres-in-shootout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH made things difficult for themselves but managed to beat the Sabres]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens faced the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre for the first time since last spring. The Habs' lineup consisted of 12 forwards and 6 defensemen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-made-things-difficult-for-themselves-but-managed-to-beat-the-sabres/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 03:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-made-things-difficult-for-themselves-but-managed-to-beat-the-sabres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lane Hutson's first goal of the 2026-27 season #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lane Hutson's first goal of the 2026-27 season #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lane-hutsons-first-goal-of-the-2026-27-season-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lane-hutsons-first-goal-of-the-2026-27-season-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Rangers goaltending scout is keeping an eye on Jacob Fowler tonight in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New York Rangers have a serious problem in goal, and they&rsquo;ll need to find a solution. Apparently, they might look to Montreal. Tonight, as the Canadiens host the Buffalo Sabres at the Bell Centre, a Rangers scout specializing in goaltenders is in the stands at the Bell Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-rangers-goaltending-scout-is-keeping-an-eye-on-jacob-fowler-tonight-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-rangers-goaltending-scout-is-keeping-an-eye-on-jacob-fowler-tonight-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dylan Larkin wants to play for the Canadiens']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Dylan Larkin saga continues to be the talk of Montreal. Recently, it was reported that the friendship between Julie Petry and Kenzy Larkin could complicate Dylan Larkin's potential move to the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-wants-to-play-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-wants-to-play-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Les Têtes à claques à la Soirée québécoise au Centre Bell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Les Têtes à claques à la Soirée québécoise au Centre Bell]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/les-ttes-claques-la-soire-qubcoise-au-centre-bell/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/les-ttes-claques-la-soire-qubcoise-au-centre-bell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s going to be a long season for you… if the CH doesn’t fix these three issues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have a record of two wins, two losses, and one overtime loss since the start of the season (2-2-1). Let's be clear: that's not exactly a disaster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-going-to-be-a-long-season-for-you-if-the-ch-doesnt-fix-these-three-issues/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-going-to-be-a-long-season-for-you-if-the-ch-doesnt-fix-these-three-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Now it’s Pierre LeBrun’s turn to weigh in on Dylan Larkin and the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin&hellip; and the Montreal Canadiens. We've seen those words appear together in the same sentence quite often over the past few days. The topic is generating a lot of buzz, and it's entertaining on many levels.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/now-its-pierre-lebruns-turn-to-weigh-in-on-dylan-larkin-and-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/now-its-pierre-lebruns-turn-to-weigh-in-on-dylan-larkin-and-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serious injury? Mike Matheson spotted at the airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday morning, Mike Matheson was absent from the Canadiens' practice. When a player misses practice, it sometimes means he just needs a little rest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/serious-injury-mike-matheson-spotted-at-the-airport/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/serious-injury-mike-matheson-spotted-at-the-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Recall Owen Beck from Laval]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens face the Buffalo Sabres tonight with puck drop at 6:30 PM EST. The Canadiens ahead of tonight&rsquo;s game recalled forward Owen Beck from Laval in the AHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-recall-owen-beck-from-laval/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-recall-owen-beck-from-laval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bolduc and Carrier blind rank Quebec artists #NHL #Shorts #Music]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bolduc and Carrier blind rank Quebec artists #NHL #Shorts #Music]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/bolduc-and-carrier-blind-rank-quebec-artists-nhl-shorts-music/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/bolduc-and-carrier-blind-rank-quebec-artists-nhl-shorts-music/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matheson Out, Beck In; Fowler Starts For Montreal Canadiens vs. Sabres]]></title><description><![CDATA[As it has for most NHL teams early on in the season, the injury bug continues to take a bite out of the roster of the Montreal Canadiens. Late Tuesday morning team announced that they will be without defenseman Mike Matheson when they host the Buffalo Sabres at 6:30 pm ET on Tuesday night at the Bell Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matheson-out-beck-in-fowler-starts-for-montreal-canadiens-vs-sabres/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matheson-out-beck-in-fowler-starts-for-montreal-canadiens-vs-sabres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher Is Close to Making the Leap, Earning His Spot, and How to Replace Mike Matheson]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the start of the season, the Canadiens had eight healthy defensemen vying for a spot on the team. Lane Hutson, Mike Matheson, Noah Dobson, Alexandre Carrier, Arber Xhekaj, Jayden Struble, and Adam Engstrom made the cut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-is-close-to-making-the-leap-earning-his-spot-and-how-to-replace-mike-matheson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-is-close-to-making-the-leap-earning-his-spot-and-how-to-replace-mike-matheson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Mike Matheson out against Sabres with lower-body injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are going to be missing a key piece on their blue line on Tuesday night. The team announced that defenseman Mike Matheson will not be in the lineup against the Buffalo Sabres and is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-mike-matheson-out-against-sabres-with-lower-body-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-mike-matheson-out-against-sabres-with-lower-body-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson is out tonight, and Jacob Fowler is in goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[After today's practice, Martin St-Louis spoke with the media. First, he announced that Mike Matheson (lower-body injury) won't play tonight. Owen Beck will take his place in the lineup, and the team will go with 12 forwards and six defensemen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-is-out-tonight-and-jacob-fowler-is-in-goal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-is-out-tonight-and-jacob-fowler-is-in-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen Still Absent from Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[As long as the Canadiens don't give us any details about Oliver Kapanen, the situation will continue to be strange and keep people talking. That's to be expected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-still-absent-from-practice/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-still-absent-from-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Reportedly Prepare Massive Trade Package for Dylan Larkin]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are hunting for a second-line center to play behind Nick Suzuki, and Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin is believed to be at the top of their wish list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-reportedly-prepare-massive-trade-package-for-dylan-larkin/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-reportedly-prepare-massive-trade-package-for-dylan-larkin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault and the Rangers: Here’s What’s Helping the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rangers need help in goal. We all know that. Joonas Korpisalo is going to miss a good month of action, and the team's No. 1 goaltender (Igor Shesterkin), as you probably know, won't be returning to action this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-and-the-rangers-heres-whats-helping-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-and-the-rangers-heres-whats-helping-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fresh off strong performance, Sabres eye more against Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[After playing their best game of the young season, the Buffalo Sabres aim to keep the momentum going when they kick off a three-game road trip with a visit to the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fresh-off-strong-performance-sabres-eye-more-against-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fresh-off-strong-performance-sabres-eye-more-against-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov: There’s a good chance we’ll see him play next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the past week, the Canadiens have been without Ivan Demidov. The young Russian, who is a key part of the team's offense, is sidelined with a foot injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-theres-a-good-chance-well-see-him-play-next-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-theres-a-good-chance-well-see-him-play-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Recall Owen Beck]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens shared earlier today that forward Owen Beck has been recalled from AHL Laval. No corresponding transaction was made, although the move is a result of Florian Xhehaj&rsquo;s day-to-day status while Oliver Kapanen is on injured reserve.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-recall-owen-beck/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 02:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-recall-owen-beck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin in Montreal: Elliotte Friedman Isn’t Closing the Door]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin has been the talk of the town for a while now. We know that the forward, who wants to leave Michigan, isn't (yet?) ready to accept a trade that would send him to Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-elliotte-friedman-isnt-closing-the-door/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 02:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-elliotte-friedman-isnt-closing-the-door/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj Injured; Montreal Canadiens Call Up Owen Beck]]></title><description><![CDATA[Already down two regulars in their forward group, and with forward Florian Xhekaj suffering an injury in practice on Monday, the Montreal Canadiens have called up forward Owen Beck from the Laval Rocket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-injured-montreal-canadiens-call-up-owen-beck/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-injured-montreal-canadiens-call-up-owen-beck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield’s new G-Wagon is incredible]]></title><description><![CDATA[We often see NHL players buying new cars. We remember that when Jonathan Huberdeau was traded from the Florida Panthers to the Calgary Flames, he had to part with his luxury cars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufields-new-g-wagon-is-incredible/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufields-new-g-wagon-is-incredible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owen Beck has been recalled by the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Things are happening with the Canadiens. Kent Hughes didn't make a trade&hellip; but the team recalled Owen Beck from the Laval Rocket. Reminder: The Habs currently have only 11 healthy forwards on their roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-has-been-recalled-by-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-has-been-recalled-by-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs try to draw a fleur-de-lys #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs try to draw a fleur-de-lys #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-try-to-draw-a-fleur-de-lys-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-try-to-draw-a-fleur-de-lys-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three-way: Jakub Dobes thinks it&rsquo;s 'more fun' with three goalies&hellip; really?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Um, are you okay, Doby? I wondered that after seeing what he said after today's practice. Because it's&hellip; weird? Basically, Jakub Dobes was asked how he felt about Samuel Montembeault's return&mdash;Montembeault is likely to rejoin the team soon, considering his injury isn't (very) serious.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-way-jakub-dobes-thinks-itrsquos-more-fun-with-three-goalieshellip-really/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-way-jakub-dobes-thinks-itrsquos-more-fun-with-three-goalieshellip-really/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: The moment Florian Xhekaj may have been injured]]></title><description><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj was present for the start of the Canadiens&rsquo; practice this morning. But he had to leave the rink early because he wasn't feeling 100% comfortable.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-the-moment-florian-xhekaj-may-have-been-injured/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-the-moment-florian-xhekaj-may-have-been-injured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dobes, Danault + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dobes, Danault + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobes-danault-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobes-danault-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Special Teams Need Plenty of Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens got a small monkey off their back on Saturday night with a&nbsp;narrow 1-0 victory&nbsp;over the visiting Detroit Red Wings, earned through a myriad of peculiar circumstances, most notably three disallowed goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-special-teams-need-plenty-of-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-special-teams-need-plenty-of-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Larkin Disappoints, Dach Gets Little Ice Time, and Mittelstadt Is Knocking on the Door]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a weekend full of sports action for our professional teams. CF Montr&eacute;al was leading 1&ndash;0 with 92 minutes on the clock in Toronto&hellip; and somehow managed to lose 2&ndash;1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/larkin-disappoints-dach-gets-little-ice-time-and-mittelstadt-is-knocking-on-the-door/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/larkin-disappoints-dach-gets-little-ice-time-and-mittelstadt-is-knocking-on-the-door/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj leaves practice after just a few minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens practiced at the Bell Centre this morning. It wasn't a game day: the team was taking its annual group photo, which is why practice was scheduled at the Bell Centre instead of Brossard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-leaves-practice-after-just-a-few-minutes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-leaves-practice-after-just-a-few-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler: The Priority, the Reason for the 6:30 p.m. Game, and Kent Hughes’ Comments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler started the season in the AHL because&hellip; the Canadiens didn&rsquo;t want to go with three goalies, and Samuel Montembeault had earned his spot. Jacob Fowler was called up because&hellip; Monty got injured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-the-priority-the-reason-for-the-630-pm-game-and-kent-hughes-comments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-the-priority-the-reason-for-the-630-pm-game-and-kent-hughes-comments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin, Alex Newhook, and the Price of Ambition]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a big weekend in Montreal. And I'm not just saying that because the Habs played with seven defensemen due to Florian Xhekaj's injury&hellip; Jayden Struble was traded, and Kaiden Guhle returned to the lineup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-alex-newhook-and-the-price-of-ambition/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-alex-newhook-and-the-price-of-ambition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 Canadiens Prospects Are Giving Fans Something to Watch]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have plenty of young talent to watch, and sometimes the most interesting developments happen well outside the NHL. Two names worth watching right now are defenseman Luke Mittelstadt in Laval and forward Alexander Zharovsky in Russia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/2-canadiens-prospects-are-giving-fans-something-to-watch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 04:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/2-canadiens-prospects-are-giving-fans-something-to-watch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The French-speaking trio stands out for the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the past three games, the Canadiens have had a third line that is 100% French-speaking, consisting of Alexandre Texier, Phillip Danault, and Zachary Bolduc.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-french-speaking-trio-stands-out-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 02:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-french-speaking-trio-stands-out-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher has been playing well since Jayden Struble left]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Jayden Struble's departure to Nashville, the Canadiens have opened up a spot on their blue line. This is an opportunity for the team's young defensemen, particularly David Reinbacher, who&mdash;despite an excellent training camp with the Habs&mdash;was sent back to Laval.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-has-been-playing-well-since-jayden-struble-left/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-has-been-playing-well-since-jayden-struble-left/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jayden Struble: More than 19 minutes of playing time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most Montreal Canadiens fans were happy to see the team acquire a second-round pick in exchange for Jayden Struble. There wasn't really a spot for him in Montreal, and Arber Xhekaj can offer pretty much the same thing&mdash;but better (though with a bit more disciplinary issues).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jayden-struble-more-than-19-minutes-of-playing-time/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jayden-struble-more-than-19-minutes-of-playing-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler gets wolf hat after shutout 🐺 #NHL #Shorts #BTS]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler gets wolf hat after shutout 🐺 #NHL #Shorts #BTS]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-gets-wolf-hat-after-shutout-nhl-shorts-bts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-gets-wolf-hat-after-shutout-nhl-shorts-bts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Montreal Goalie Controversy: Chapter #157]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have always had a goaltending controversy on their team, except during Carey Price's tenure. Whether it was Jos&eacute; Th&eacute;odore frustrated]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-montreal-goalie-controversy-chapter-157/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-montreal-goalie-controversy-chapter-157/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Dylan Larkin Opening Up to the Idea of Going to Montreal?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everything about the Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit has been strange, and that was no different on Saturday night when the Red Wings were at the Bell Centre to battle the rival Montreal Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/is-dylan-larkin-opening-up-to-the-idea-of-going-to-montreal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/is-dylan-larkin-opening-up-to-the-idea-of-going-to-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Perfect Performance: Jacob Fowler Set a Franchise Record]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens once again didn&rsquo;t play their best game last night against the Detroit Red Wings, but at least they managed to come away with the win without allowing a single goal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-perfect-performance-jacob-fowler-set-a-franchise-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-perfect-performance-jacob-fowler-set-a-franchise-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens rely on a perfect Jacob Fowler to shutout the Detroit Red Wings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens won 1-0 in a shootout behind six-shot perfection from Jacob Fowler. Brian Wilde breaks down the game and what's next for the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-rely-on-a-perfect-jacob-fowler-to-shutout-the-detroit-red-wings/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-rely-on-a-perfect-jacob-fowler-to-shutout-the-detroit-red-wings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who should back up Rangers goalie Dylan Garand following Igor Shesterkin injury?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rangers desperately need at least one more veteran netminder in the bullpen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/who-should-back-up-rangers-goalie-dylan-garand-following-igor-shesterkin-injury/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/who-should-back-up-rangers-goalie-dylan-garand-following-igor-shesterkin-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Jacob Fowler Clutch; Habs Win In SO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler came up huge for the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, leading them to a 1-0 shootout victory over the Detroit Red Wings. It was a night dominated by goaltending as both Fowler and Daniil Tarasov stopped 30 shots through the first 65 minutes of play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-jacob-fowler-clutch-habs-win-in-so/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-jacob-fowler-clutch-habs-win-in-so/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Fowler Clutch; Habs Win In SO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler came up huge for the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, leading them to a 1-0 shootout victory over the Detroit Red Wings. It was a night dominated by goaltending as both Fowler and Daniil Tarasov stopped 30 shots through the first 65 minutes of play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-fowler-clutch-habs-win-in-so/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-fowler-clutch-habs-win-in-so/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage scores four points in his team’s victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight, the Canadiens beat the Red Wings 1-0 in a&hellip; strange game. The team had three goals disallowed and saw its fans cheering for an opposing player, but it still managed to come away with the two points.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-scores-four-points-in-his-teams-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-scores-four-points-in-his-teams-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens blank Red Wings in rare 1-0 shootout victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zack Bolduc scored the only goal of a shootout that went three extra rounds to give the host Montreal Canadiens a 1-0 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-blank-red-wings-in-rare-1-0-shootout-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-blank-red-wings-in-rare-1-0-shootout-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three disallowed goals didn’t slow down the CH, which won 1-0]]></title><description><![CDATA[After two straight losses at the Bell Centre, the Habs were looking to snap out of their slump on home ice. Jacob Fowler was back in net for a second straight game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-disallowed-goals-didnt-slow-down-the-ch-which-won-1-0/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-disallowed-goals-didnt-slow-down-the-ch-which-won-1-0/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inflatable hot dog falls on ice during Canadiens, Red Wings game]]></title><description><![CDATA[The dog days of summer are over, and the dog days of the season are yet to come. Montreal, though, has always been different. In the NHL&rsquo;s only French-speaking]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/inflatable-hot-dog-falls-on-ice-during-canadiens-red-wings-game/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/inflatable-hot-dog-falls-on-ice-during-canadiens-red-wings-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Oilers want Kirby Dach, but not at any price]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach hasn&rsquo;t done a single thing right since the start of the season. He's been invisible and has just one point in four games. It's time to move on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-oilers-want-kirby-dach-but-not-at-any-price/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 03:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-oilers-want-kirby-dach-but-not-at-any-price/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin isn’t opposed to the idea of playing in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[CH fans are very well-informed. They know that Dylan Larkin is likely to become a Canadiens player. So they're going all out to bring him to the city. &ldquo;We want Larkin&rdquo; chants were heard, and during warm-ups, applause rang out when he was the last to leave the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-isnt-opposed-to-the-idea-of-playing-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 01:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-isnt-opposed-to-the-idea-of-playing-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH has the worst power play in the NHL (according to advanced statistics)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens' power play hasn't exactly been effective since the start of the season. Despite all the talent on the team, they've scored just once (thanks to Zachary Bolduc, on the second wave) in 13 power-play opportunities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-has-the-worst-power-play-in-the-nhl-according-to-advanced-statistics/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-has-the-worst-power-play-in-the-nhl-according-to-advanced-statistics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens Need a Spark: Can Kaiden Guhle Help?]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have a feeling Montreal Canadiens fans are getting a little nervous about how this season has started. Nobody should panic after a handful of games, and there's plenty of time to turn things around.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-montreal-canadiens-need-a-spark-can-kaiden-guhle-help/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-montreal-canadiens-need-a-spark-can-kaiden-guhle-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov is wearing a protective boot on his right foot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov is currently on the Canadiens' injured list. Obviously, that's not ideal&mdash;we can all agree on that. We learned a few days ago that the Russian is expected to be out for two to four weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-is-wearing-a-protective-boot-on-his-right-foot/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-is-wearing-a-protective-boot-on-his-right-foot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage for Dylan Larkin: A Moral Dilemma?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morality is one of those characteristics that is often mentioned when it comes to distinguishing humans from the other creatures that inhabit the Earth and its surroundings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-for-dylan-larkin-a-moral-dilemma/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-for-dylan-larkin-a-moral-dilemma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle To Make Season Debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced that defenseman Kaiden Guhle will be making his season debut tonight against the Detroit Red Wings . Kaiden Guhle missed the Canadiens&rsquo; first four games of the season due to recovering from off-season adductor muscle surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-to-make-season-debut/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-to-make-season-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle Draws In; Jacob Fowler Starts Again For Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle will make his 2026-27 regular season debut on Saturday night when the Canadiens host the Detroit Red Wings. Kaiden Guhle missed the Canadiens&rsquo; first four games of the season due to off-season adductor muscle surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-draws-in-jacob-fowler-starts-again-for-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-draws-in-jacob-fowler-starts-again-for-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jayden Struble: Here’s what the Habs players think of the trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Jayden Struble was traded to the Nashville Predators. The defenseman, who has been with Montreal since the 2023-24 season, will continue his career in Tennessee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jayden-struble-heres-what-the-habs-players-think-of-the-trade/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jayden-struble-heres-what-the-habs-players-think-of-the-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Kaiden Guhle to make season debut against Red Wings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle will make his 2026-27 season debut on Saturday after missing the first four games of the year while recovering from offseason surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-to-make-season-debut-against-red-wings/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-to-make-season-debut-against-red-wings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens trade D Jayden Struble to Predators for draft pick]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nashville Predators acquired defenseman Jayden Struble from the Montreal Canadiens for a second-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft. Struble, 25, played in three games this season for Montreal, averaging a career-low 12:05 of ice time with no points.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-trade-d-jayden-struble-to-predators-for-draft-pick/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-trade-d-jayden-struble-to-predators-for-draft-pick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle Will Make His Season Debut On Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens will get defenseman Kaiden Guhle back for tonight&rsquo;s home game against the Red Wings, the team reported. Guhle has been sidelined since undergoing minor surgery on his adductor muscle over the summer, and Saturday will mark his first appearance of the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-will-make-his-season-debut-on-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-will-make-his-season-debut-on-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Fans Taking Bold Steps to Manifest a Dylan Larkin Trade?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal fans have been handed a game plan for Saturday, and the reaction has been anything but unanimous. One fan took to X (Twitter) and hatched a plan to convince the disgruntled center from the Detroit Red Wings to reconsider his stance on accepting a trade to the Montreal Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-fans-taking-bold-steps-to-manifest-a-dylan-larkin-trade/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-fans-taking-bold-steps-to-manifest-a-dylan-larkin-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zachary Bolduc Proving His Value as Canadiens Struggle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Suffice it to say, the Montreal Canadiens have started their 2026-27 campaign slowly. Through the first four contests this season, Martin St. Louis&rsquo; ensemble has mustered a 1-2-1 tally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-proving-his-value-as-canadiens-struggle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-proving-his-value-as-canadiens-struggle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Matheson Gets a Lot of Hate, Most of It Unjustified]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hockey can be unfair. Despite their best all-around performance of the season so far, the Montreal Canadiens lost 5-2 to the Nashville Predators, a final score that doesn&rsquo;t do the Habs justice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-matheson-gets-a-lot-of-hate-most-of-it-unjustified/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-matheson-gets-a-lot-of-hate-most-of-it-unjustified/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Trade Struble to Predators for Draft Pick]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens may have begun to address their log jam on defense, by trading defenseman Jayden Struble to the Nashville Predators on Friday. In exchange the Habs get a 2027 second-round pick, which had previously been acquired from the Vegas Golden Knights, per the official press release).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-trade-struble-to-predators-for-draft-pick/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-trade-struble-to-predators-for-draft-pick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Struggling Canadiens face Red Wings after three straight losses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have lost three straight (0-2-1) going into their game against the visiting Detroit Red Wings in an Original Six matchup Saturday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/struggling-canadiens-face-red-wings-after-three-straight-losses/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/struggling-canadiens-face-red-wings-after-three-straight-losses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matheson, Caufield + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matheson, Caufield + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matheson-caufield-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 06:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matheson-caufield-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage scored just one point in Michigan’s 10-1 rout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Like most Fridays, Michigan and Michael Hage are in action. After a highly successful weekend for the Habs prospect, he was back in action against another underperforming university.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-scored-just-one-point-in-michigans-10-1-rout/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-scored-just-one-point-in-michigans-10-1-rout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A concerning injury for Shesterkin: too bad Montembeault is injured as well]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rangers are in Washington tonight, and it's not necessarily the spectacular plays that are grabbing the spotlight in this game. Yes, Alexis Lafreni&egrave;re has continued his strong start to the season, but Igor Shesterkin went down with an injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-concerning-injury-for-shesterkin-too-bad-montembeault-is-injured-as-well/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 03:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-concerning-injury-for-shesterkin-too-bad-montembeault-is-injured-as-well/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Trade Jayden Struble To Predators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens traded defenseman Jayden Struble to the Nashville Predators for a 2027 second round pick early Friday night. The trade comes just a day after Jayden Struble was held out of the lineup as a healthy scratch during Thursday night&rsquo;s matchup against his new team, the Nashville Predators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-trade-jayden-struble-to-predators/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 02:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-trade-jayden-struble-to-predators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A second-round pick for Struble: It’s no surprise that Kent Hughes isn’t making a move]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the final minutes, Jayden Struble was traded to the Preds in exchange for a second-round pick in 2027. That pick, which belonged to the Knights, will be a late-round selection, but it could serve as a bargaining chip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-second-round-pick-for-struble-its-no-surprise-that-kent-hughes-isnt-making-a-move/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-second-round-pick-for-struble-its-no-surprise-that-kent-hughes-isnt-making-a-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predators Acquire Jayden Struble From Canadiens for a 2nd-Round Pick]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nashville Predators have added a young defenceman, and the Montreal Canadiens have picked up a valuable asset in return. Nashville acquired Jayden Struble from Montreal in exchange for Vegas&rsquo; 2027 second-round pick, both teams announced Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predators-acquire-jayden-struble-from-canadiens-for-a-2nd-round-pick/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 01:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predators-acquire-jayden-struble-from-canadiens-for-a-2nd-round-pick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predators acquire Jayden Struble from Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced Friday evening that they have traded defenseman Jayden Struble to the Nashville Predators in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predators-acquire-jayden-struble-from-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 01:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predators-acquire-jayden-struble-from-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predators Acquire Jayden Struble]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to a team announcement, the Nashville Predators acquired defenseman Jayden Struble from the Montreal Canadiens for Vegas&rsquo; 2027 second-round pick.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predators-acquire-jayden-struble/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predators-acquire-jayden-struble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The CH is VERY far from the Stanley Cup': Tony Marinaro doesn&rsquo;t mince words]]></title><description><![CDATA[After four games this season, the Montreal Canadiens have a record of 1-2-1. One win, two regular-time losses, and another overtime loss. Is the season over?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-is-very-far-from-the-stanley-cup-tony-marinaro-doesnrsquot-mince-words/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-is-very-far-from-the-stanley-cup-tony-marinaro-doesnrsquot-mince-words/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Sam Montembeault Out Two Weeks With Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, head coach Martin St. Louis (via Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports) announced that netminder Sam Montembeault would miss the next 10 to 14 days with a lower-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sam-montembeault-out-two-weeks-with-injury/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sam-montembeault-out-two-weeks-with-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Penalties: Antoine Roussel points the finger directly at Martin St-Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Mike Matheson's (bad) penalty late in the game hurt the Canadiens. And since the start of the season, the conclusion is clear: the Habs are giving their opponents far too many power-play opportunities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/penalties-antoine-roussel-points-the-finger-directly-at-martin-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/penalties-antoine-roussel-points-the-finger-directly-at-martin-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Martin St. Louis Taking Bullets For His Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[Make no mistake, Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis is taking some bullets for his players early on here in the 2026-27 regular season. The read from here is that won&rsquo;t last long but for now, the soft gloves approach from St Louis is the right approach for this current Canadiens roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-martin-st-louis-taking-bullets-for-his-players/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-martin-st-louis-taking-bullets-for-his-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Alexander Zharovsky wowed everyone this week with his feints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Zharovsky brings offensive skills to his game. Among them is his creativity with the puck. The kid, who has good hands, is capable of doing just about anything with the puck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-alexander-zharovsky-wowed-everyone-this-week-with-his-feints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-alexander-zharovsky-wowed-everyone-this-week-with-his-feints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj missed the last two optional practices]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Canadiens held an optional practice in Brossard. Twelve players from the team decided to take to the ice. Oliver Kapanen, Juraj Slafkovsky,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-missed-the-last-two-optional-practices/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-missed-the-last-two-optional-practices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Lose 5-2 to Predators: What Did We Learn?]]></title><description><![CDATA[To be honest, I think Montreal Canadiens fans have a right to be a little concerned. It's early, I know. We haven't even played enough hockey to draw big conclusions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-lose-5-2-to-predators-what-did-we-learn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-lose-5-2-to-predators-what-did-we-learn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did Kirby Dach Deal Fall Through After Demidov Injury?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Edmonton Oilers have been linked to Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach in recent weeks, but a new rumour suggests a potential trade involving the former third-overall pick may have fallen apart at the last minute.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/did-kirby-dach-deal-fall-through-after-demidov-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/did-kirby-dach-deal-fall-through-after-demidov-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Samuel Montembeault to miss two weeks with lower-body injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens will have to go without backup goalie Samuel Montembeault for about two weeks after the veteran suffered a lower-body injury during a team practice earlier this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-samuel-montembeault-to-miss-two-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-samuel-montembeault-to-miss-two-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Linked to 4 Unique Trade Targets Amid Early Struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are 1-2-1 and on a three-game losing streak, and the rumor mill is already turning. GM Kent Hughes has never been afraid to make moves and he was linked in several speculated trade discussions over the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-linked-to-4-unique-trade-targets-amid-early-struggles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-linked-to-4-unique-trade-targets-amid-early-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen is back on the ice]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, following yesterday's game, the Canadiens held a practice. It's worth noting, however, that this was an optional practice, just like yesterday's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-back-on-the-ice/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-back-on-the-ice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Takeaways From Predators’ 5-2 Win Over Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Predators (2-1-1) took home a lucky road win against the Montreal Canadiens (1-2-1). Don&rsquo;t let the 5-2 score deceive you: the Canadiens dominated possession time, with 34 shots on goal vs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/takeaways-from-predators-5-2-win-over-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/takeaways-from-predators-5-2-win-over-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The worst start to a season in the Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton era]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens started their season with a win they didn't really deserve&mdash;thanks, Jakub&mdash;in Toronto. Since then, they've suffered three straight losses. Three losses in which they gave up no fewer than 17 goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-worst-start-to-a-season-in-the-kent-hughes-and-jeff-gorton-era/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-worst-start-to-a-season-in-the-kent-hughes-and-jeff-gorton-era/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens dominate but lose to the Nashville Predators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens played well but fell short in the second period. Brian Wilde breaks down the game against the Nashville Predators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-dominate-but-lose-to-the-nashville-predators/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-dominate-but-lose-to-the-nashville-predators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin in Montreal: There’s a Real Chance He’ll Change His Mind]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens are looking to bolster their offense with a second-line center. Dylan Larkin is a candidate. As my colleague Maxime Truman noted in a recent article, the Canadiens had reached an agreement with the Red Wings to acquire the center in recent months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-theres-a-real-chance-hell-change-his-mind/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-in-montreal-theres-a-real-chance-hell-change-his-mind/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[17 goals allowed in three games: no team has done worse than the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens deserved better. That's what Martin St-Louis told reporters who were there to get his postgame comments following the 5-2 loss to the Nashville Predators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/17-goals-allowed-in-three-games-no-team-has-done-worse-than-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/17-goals-allowed-in-three-games-no-team-has-done-worse-than-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Sick Postgame: Habs Beat Themselves In 5-2 loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens blew a 2-0 lead and lost 5-2 to the Nashville Predators thanks to costly mistakes late in the second and third periods. Nick Suzuki and Alex Newhook each scored to give the Canadiens a 2-0 lead and complete control of the game in the second period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-beat-themselves-in-5-2-loss/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-beat-themselves-in-5-2-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Sick Postgame: Costly Mistakes Late Lead To Habs Dropping Third Straight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens blew a 2-0 lead and lost 5-2 to the Nashville Predators thanks to costly mistakes late in the second and third periods. Nick Suzuki and Alex Newhook each scored to give the Canadiens a 2-0 lead and complete control of the game in the second period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-costly-mistakes-late-lead-to-habs-dropping-third-straight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sick-postgame-costly-mistakes-late-lead-to-habs-dropping-third-straight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Habs Beat Themselves in 5-2 Loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens blew a 2-0 lead and lost 5-2 to the Nashville Predators thanks to costly mistakes late in the second and third periods. Nick Suzuki and Alex Newhook each scored to give the Canadiens a 2-0 lead early in the second period but a lack of focus from there saw the Canadiens unravel and blow the lead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-beat-themselves-in-5-2-loss/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-beat-themselves-in-5-2-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan O'Reilly scores go-ahead goal, as Predators top Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan O'Reilly scored the go-ahead goal on the power play with 3:16 remaining in the third period, lifting the visiting Nashville Predators to a 5-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ryan-oreilly-scores-go-ahead-goal-as-predators-top-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 04:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ryan-oreilly-scores-go-ahead-goal-as-predators-top-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH collapses late against the Predators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens hosted the Nashville Predators at the Bell Centre for the first time this season. Jacob Fowler made his first start of the season with the big club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-collapses-late-against-the-predators/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-collapses-late-against-the-predators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky back on the first line | Kirby Dach on the fourth line]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be some changes to the Canadiens&rsquo; offense for tonight&rsquo;s game. What's going on? Basically, Juraj Slafkovsky will return to the first line alongside Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-back-on-the-first-line-kirby-dach-on-the-fourth-line/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-back-on-the-first-line-kirby-dach-on-the-fourth-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens are giving up way too many goals from the slot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have allowed 14 goals (in three games) since the start of the season. We can all agree that&hellip; that's too many. In the long run, this approach won't work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-giving-up-way-too-many-goals-from-the-slot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-giving-up-way-too-many-goals-from-the-slot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The time Jacob Fowler was hit by a car in Belleville]]></title><description><![CDATA[I wouldn&rsquo;t like that&mdash;getting hit by a car while I&rsquo;m just a pedestrian. Makes sense, right? Except that things like that do happen once in a while. Just ask Emil Heineman&hellip; who experienced something like that while playing for the Canadiens, when he was hit by a car in Salt Lake City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-time-jacob-fowler-was-hit-by-a-car-in-belleville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-time-jacob-fowler-was-hit-by-a-car-in-belleville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH’s team play is too focused on having fun, says José Théodore]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens are a fun team to watch. The young players are good, and the team is entertaining because there's talent on the roster&hellip; But in Jos&eacute; Th&eacute;odore's view, the Habs' team play may be too focused on having fun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chs-team-play-is-too-focused-on-having-fun-says-jos-thodore/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chs-team-play-is-too-focused-on-having-fun-says-jos-thodore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A recap of Canadiens 2026-27 home opener #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recap of Canadiens 2026-27 home opener #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-recap-of-canadiens-2026-27-home-opener-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-recap-of-canadiens-2026-27-home-opener-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky Is the Player Nobody Wants to Defend]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Sidney Crosby was asked who the Canadiens&rsquo; biggest weapon is, he had plenty of names to pick from. Suzuki. Caufield. Hutson. Demidov. He went with Juraj Slafkovsky, and the more you think about it, the less surprising it is.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-juraj-slafkovsky-is-the-player-nobody-wants-to-defend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-juraj-slafkovsky-is-the-player-nobody-wants-to-defend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owen Beck: The Strange Space Between Ready and Needed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owen Beck is getting pretty good at waiting. The Montreal Canadiens sent him back to the Laval Rocket again this season after Beck made it to the final day of training camp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-the-strange-space-between-ready-and-needed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-the-strange-space-between-ready-and-needed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fixing the Canadiens’ Hidden Structural Flaws Threatening Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have a second-period problem. Coming off a magical run to the Eastern Conference Final last spring, expectations are high for the 2026-27 NHL season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fixing-the-canadiens-hidden-structural-flaws-threatening-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/fixing-the-canadiens-hidden-structural-flaws-threatening-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sam Montembeault Injured; Jacob Fowler Recalled to Start Tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are going to face the Nashville Predators tonight. During practice yesterday Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault suffered a lower-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sam-montembeault-injured-jacob-fowler-recalled-to-start-tonight/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sam-montembeault-injured-jacob-fowler-recalled-to-start-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield confirms it: one day, he’ll be asking for a lot more money]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a great article on The Athletic (via reporter Mark Lazerus) this morning. What's it about? It's related to the fact that salaries have risen in the NHL and that young players are making significantly more money than players who've been established in the league for years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-confirms-it-one-day-hell-be-asking-for-a-lot-more-money/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-confirms-it-one-day-hell-be-asking-for-a-lot-more-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical Updates on Samuel Montembeault and Oliver Kapanen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Currently, the Canadiens have four regulars on the injured list. Ivan Demidov, as you know, didn't play in yesterday's game, and the Habs have announced he'll be out for two to four weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/medical-updates-on-samuel-montembeault-and-oliver-kapanen/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/medical-updates-on-samuel-montembeault-and-oliver-kapanen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler To Start vs. Predators; Adam Engstrom In For Jayden Struble]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St Louis confirmed that rookie goalie Jacob Fowler will make his 2026-27 regular season debut and start against the Nashville Predators on Thursday night at the Bell Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-to-start-vs-predators-adam-engstrom-in-for-jayden-struble/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-to-start-vs-predators-adam-engstrom-in-for-jayden-struble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Moving Toward Trading First-Round Bust]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal has moved Kirby Dach onto its second line, and at least one longtime voice in the league thinks the Canadiens may be doing more than covering an injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-moving-toward-trading-first-round-bust/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-moving-toward-trading-first-round-bust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Patrik Laine a fit with the Calgary Flames?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former second-overall pick Patrik Laine is currently not signed to a contract for the 2026&ndash;27 season. He remains an unrestricted free agent. According to Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun, the Calgary Flames may be interested in signing Laine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/is-patrik-laine-a-fit-with-the-calgary-flames/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/is-patrik-laine-a-fit-with-the-calgary-flames/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adam Engstrom will play his first game of the season tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning&rsquo;s practice was optional, but it gave us some answers. On offense, we didn't need any answers. Everyone would have been surprised to learn that Oliver Kapanen was actually an option for tonight's game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/adam-engstrom-will-play-his-first-game-of-the-season-tonight/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/adam-engstrom-will-play-his-first-game-of-the-season-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler is going to play tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Canadiens held an optional practice. Rumor has it that Gavin McKenna asked not to attend, even though it wasn't his team's practice. But that obviously needs to be verified&hellip; Who was there?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-going-to-play-tonight/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-is-going-to-play-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lane Hutson plays too much (and that’s a problem)]]></title><description><![CDATA[On a team, some players play a more influential role than others. Coaches often say that every player is important, but what they don't say is that some are more important than others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lane-hutson-plays-too-much-and-thats-a-problem/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lane-hutson-plays-too-much-and-thats-a-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Topic: Kent Hughes Weighs In on His Defense]]></title><description><![CDATA[Right now, the talk in Montreal is all about the team's defense. Everyone knows the Canadiens are never out of it and have the offensive firepower to come back in games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hot-topic-kent-hughes-weighs-in-on-his-defense/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hot-topic-kent-hughes-weighs-in-on-his-defense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine: Teams are 'really afraid' of his lack of game rhythm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine still hasn&rsquo;t found a team for next season. We know that the Calgary Flames and the Detroit Red Wings have expressed interest in him, but not enough to offer him a contract just yet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-teams-are-really-afraid-of-his-lack-of-game-rhythm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-teams-are-really-afraid-of-his-lack-of-game-rhythm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luke Mittelstadt is knocking harder and harder on the NHL’s door]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CH's start to the season hasn't lived up to the team's talent. Yet, not even two weeks ago, people were talking about an excellent training camp, during which several players made a very good impression.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/luke-mittelstadt-is-knocking-harder-and-harder-on-the-nhls-door/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/luke-mittelstadt-is-knocking-harder-and-harder-on-the-nhls-door/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky: A return to the top three has to be earned]]></title><description><![CDATA[There has been a lot of talk about Martin St-Louis's decision to separate Juraj Slafkovsky from Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield to start the season. After Tuesday's game against the Hurricanes, the debate is likely to intensify even further.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-a-return-to-the-top-three-has-to-be-earned/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-a-return-to-the-top-three-has-to-be-earned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Recall Jacob Fowler Thanks to Unexpected Montembeault Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens goaltender Sam Montembeault was injured Wednesday at practice. The severity of the injury is unknown, but the organization has announced it has recalled Jacob Fowler from the Laval Rocket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-recall-jacob-fowler-thanks-to-unexpected-montembeault-injury/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-recall-jacob-fowler-thanks-to-unexpected-montembeault-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis, the current favorite to win the Jack Adams Award: Um…]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis is a good coach. He's done some great things with the Canadiens in recent years and is building a solid reputation&mdash;even though he still has some things to work on as a coach.&nbsp; But at some point&hellip; I think it's ridiculous that he's currently the favorite for the Jack Adams Award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-the-current-favorite-to-win-the-jack-adams-award-um/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-the-current-favorite-to-win-the-jack-adams-award-um/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Recall Jacob Fowler]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced they have recalled goaltender Jacob Fowler from the team&rsquo;s AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket. Fowler&rsquo;s recall is, at first glance, a response to the apparent injury suffered by goaltender Samuel Montembeault at Montreal&rsquo;s practice earlier today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-recall-jacob-fowler/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-recall-jacob-fowler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs react to 2026 Heritage Classic jersey #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs react to 2026 Heritage Classic jersey #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-react-to-2026-heritage-classic-jersey-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-react-to-2026-heritage-classic-jersey-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH recalls Jacob Fowler]]></title><description><![CDATA[Well&hellip; The Canadiens have recalled Jacob Fowler from the Laval Rocket. What does this mean for Samuel Montembeault? That's the big question&hellip; This morning, Monty got hurt during practice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-recalls-jacob-fowler/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-recalls-jacob-fowler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tony Marinaro picked up Kirby Dach… and for good reason]]></title><description><![CDATA[I was watching the game last night, and at one point, I just had to step away. I let out a &ldquo;damn it&rdquo; while talking about Kirby Dach: I'm fed up. And I know I'm not the only one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tony-marinaro-picked-up-kirby-dach-and-for-good-reason/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tony-marinaro-picked-up-kirby-dach-and-for-good-reason/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montembeault Injury Scare Creates an Early Concern for the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens may have been dealt another early-season blow Wednesday, as goaltender Samuel Montembeault appeared to suffer an injury during practice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montembeault-injury-scare-creates-an-early-concern-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montembeault-injury-scare-creates-an-early-concern-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault Leaves Canadiens Practice Early; Kapanen Absent Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[An apparent lower-body injury forced Montreal Canadiens goalie Samuel Montembeault to leave practice early and not return on Wednesday morning. Montembeault went down attempting to make a save early in his team&rsquo;s practice session in Brossard and struggled to get up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-leaves-canadiens-practice-early-kapanen-absent-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-leaves-canadiens-practice-early-kapanen-absent-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault Injured; Jacob Fowler Recalled]]></title><description><![CDATA[An apparent lower-body injury forced Montreal Canadiens goalie Samuel Montembeault to leave practice early and not return on Wednesday morning. Later in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-injured-jacob-fowler-recalled/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-injured-jacob-fowler-recalled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens hope line changes will provide benefits against Predators]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens shuffled their lines ahead of their last game, a decision necessitated by Ivan Demidov's lower-body injury that will sideline last season's Calder Trophy runner-up for as many as four weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-hope-line-changes-will-provide-benefits-against-predators/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-hope-line-changes-will-provide-benefits-against-predators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Samuel Montembeault leaves practice with leg injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[A concerning sight for the Montreal Canadiens, which could lead to a change in personnel between the pipes. During the team&rsquo;s practice on Wednesday, goaltender Samuel Montembeault appeared to have hurt his right leg while participating in a drill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-samuel-montembeault-leaves-practice-with-leg-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-samuel-montembeault-leaves-practice-with-leg-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexandre Carrier Comments on Samuel Montembeault’s Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, Samuel Montembeault left practice in pain. The goaltender, who was set to start tomorrow (after making a remarkable comeback), appeared to be experiencing discomfort in his right leg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-comments-on-samuel-montembeaults-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-comments-on-samuel-montembeaults-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault Leaves Practice Due to Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bad news at the CH's practice this morning. Samuel Montembeault, who was on the ice, left practice early. He apparently injured himself while making a save and quickly headed back to the locker room.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-leaves-practice-due-to-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-leaves-practice-due-to-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen is absent from practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Canadiens practiced following their tough loss to the Hurricanes. Obviously, since we know Ivan Demidov is out with an injury for a few weeks, he wasn't one to watch during this morning's practice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-absent-from-practice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-absent-from-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Did We Learn From the Canadiens’ 6-4 Loss to Carolina?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens' home opener didn't go as expected. The Habs scored four goals. Zachary Bolduc scored twice. Nick Suzuki scored and added an assist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-did-we-learn-from-the-canadiens-6-4-loss-to-carolina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-did-we-learn-from-the-canadiens-6-4-loss-to-carolina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagrange: New Season, Same Issues For The Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[While essentially keeping their entire roster together for another season will have its perks &ndash; the biggest being chemistry &ndash; if the Montreal Canadiens are to become true Stanley Cup contenders, impact changes will need to be made.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lagrange-new-season-same-issues-for-the-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lagrange-new-season-same-issues-for-the-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Need to Fix Their Early Defensive Problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2026-27 season with high expectations after another step forward last year. Through three games, however, one problem has quickly emerged: keeping the puck out of their own net.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-to-fix-their-early-defensive-problems/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-need-to-fix-their-early-defensive-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defense: The price tag for the Canadiens’ ideal target is rising]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defensively, yesterday's game didn't go well for the Canadiens. Of course, I'm not telling you anything you don't already know. This summer, there was a lot of talk about bringing in reinforcements for the top six or adding some grit to the forwards&hellip; but the idea of signing a defenseman was also on the table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/defense-the-price-tag-for-the-canadiens-ideal-target-is-rising/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/defense-the-price-tag-for-the-canadiens-ideal-target-is-rising/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The same problems, the same weaknesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeff Gorton may have tried to lower fans' expectations at the Canadiens Children's Foundation golf tournament, but the fans refused to lower the bar. When you see your team finish the regular season with 106 points and then make it to the Conference Finals a few weeks later, it's only natural to start believing in them the following fall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-same-problems-the-same-weaknesses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-same-problems-the-same-weaknesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens: Three players from the current roster were offered in exchange for Kirill Marchenko]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirill Marchenko is in Toronto&mdash;even though he wanted to play for the Canadiens. Of course, we know the Canadiens couldn't reach an agreement with the Blue Jackets on the price to be paid for a trade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-three-players-from-the-current-roster-were-offered-in-exchange-for-kirill-marchenko/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-three-players-from-the-current-roster-were-offered-in-exchange-for-kirill-marchenko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It looked like Game 6 of the conference finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last year, the Canadiens and the Hurricanes faced off in the semifinals. As you surely remember, the Canadiens didn't exactly shine in that series. It started off well in Game 1, but&hellip; But things got tough after that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/it-looked-like-game-6-of-the-conference-finals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/it-looked-like-game-6-of-the-conference-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carolina Hurricanes continue playoff success with win over Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[After an abysmal defensive night in Pittsburgh, the Montreal Canadiens wanted to prove they could tighten up against the Carolina Hurricanes in the home opener.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/carolina-hurricanes-continue-playoff-success-with-win-over-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/carolina-hurricanes-continue-playoff-success-with-win-over-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Carolina Hurricanes continue playoff success with win over Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[After an abysmal defensive night in Pittsburgh, the Montreal Canadiens wanted to prove they could tighten up against the Carolina Hurricanes in the home opener.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-carolina-hurricanes-continue-playoff-success-with-win-over-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-carolina-hurricanes-continue-playoff-success-with-win-over-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sick Postgame: Habs Eat Humble Pie In 6-4 Loss To Hurricanes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens were served some humble pie in their home opener Tuesday night as they fell 6-4 to the Carolina Hurricanes in front of a sold out Bell Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-eat-humble-pie-in-6-4-loss-to-hurricanes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sick-postgame-habs-eat-humble-pie-in-6-4-loss-to-hurricanes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurricanes outlast Canadiens in high-scoring affair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Hall scored twice, while Sebastian Aho had a goal with two assists, as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the host Montreal Canadiens 6-4 on Tuesday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hurricanes-outlast-canadiens-in-high-scoring-affair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hurricanes-outlast-canadiens-in-high-scoring-affair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A loss for the CH against the Hurricanes in the season opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens hosted the Carolina Hurricanes for the season opener at the Bell Centre. It was a rematch of the conference finals. What stood out during player introductions was that there were boos when Chris Kreider and Kirby Dach were introduced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-loss-for-the-ch-against-the-hurricanes-in-the-season-opener/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 03:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-loss-for-the-ch-against-the-hurricanes-in-the-season-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Choir performs &quot;Je reviendrai à Montréal&quot; at 2026-27 Habs home opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Choir performs &quot;Je reviendrai à Montréal&quot; at 2026-27 Habs home opener]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/choir-performs-quotje-reviendrai-montralquot-at-2026-27-habs-home-opener/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 03:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/choir-performs-quotje-reviendrai-montralquot-at-2026-27-habs-home-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine: Two teams were interested (but plans changed)]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are still a few interesting forwards available on the free-agent market. Patrik Laine is one of them, but teams seem reluctant to give him a chance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-two-teams-were-interested-but-plans-changed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 02:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-two-teams-were-interested-but-plans-changed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your 2026-27 Montreal Canadiens! #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your 2026-27 Montreal Canadiens! #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/your-2026-27-montreal-canadiens-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 02:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/your-2026-27-montreal-canadiens-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine Remains Unsigned, But 2 Teams Thinking About Rolling the Dice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine remains a free agent, and the market for the 28-year-old winger has been surprisingly quiet. That said, there&rsquo;s some chatter that at least two teams have kicked the tires on the sniper and are talking internally about whether he&rsquo;s the right kind of risk to take this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-remains-unsigned-but-2-teams-thinking-about-rolling-the-dice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-remains-unsigned-but-2-teams-thinking-about-rolling-the-dice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boos for Chris Kreider and Kirby Dach during the Habs’ player introductions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight is the Montreal Canadiens' first game of the season at the Bell Centre. And just like every year&hellip; we were treated to a special opening ceremony.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/boos-for-chris-kreider-and-kirby-dach-during-the-habs-player-introductions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/boos-for-chris-kreider-and-kirby-dach-during-the-habs-player-introductions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stutzle criticizes (B.) Tkachuk, Texier speaks too quickly, and Engström is traded upon Guhle’s return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brady Tkachuk left the Senators this summer. And that doesn't seem to have bothered Tim Stutzle much, as he's emerging as one of the Sens' top leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/stutzle-criticizes-b-tkachuk-texier-speaks-too-quickly-and-engstrm-is-traded-upon-guhles-return/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/stutzle-criticizes-b-tkachuk-texier-speaks-too-quickly-and-engstrm-is-traded-upon-guhles-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH could sign a superstar for $16 million… and the locker room would welcome him with open arms]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens are on a roll right now. They were able to sign their young players before the NHL saw a salary explosion, so the team now has one of the most exciting payrolls in the National Hockey League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-could-sign-a-superstar-for-16-million-and-the-locker-room-would-welcome-him-with-open-arms/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-could-sign-a-superstar-for-16-million-and-the-locker-room-would-welcome-him-with-open-arms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens F Ivan Demidov (lower body) out 2-4 weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov will be sidelined two-to-four weeks with a lower-body injury, the team announced Tuesday morning. Demidov recorded his first points of the season by collecting a goal and an assist in Montreal's 6-5 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-f-ivan-demidov-lower-body-out-2-4-weeks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-f-ivan-demidov-lower-body-out-2-4-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Strange Situation of Oliver Kapanen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who is the Canadiens' second-line center? It's a question that keeps coming up. For now, it's Alex Newhook. He's been playing alongside Juraj Slafkovsky and Ivan Demidov ever since Oliver Kapanen got injured before Game 1 of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-strange-situation-of-oliver-kapanen/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-strange-situation-of-oliver-kapanen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov’s Injury: Kent Hughes Loses Bargaining Power in the Market]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov will be out for two to four weeks. Let's hope it doesn't take any longer than that. As a result, this means that the Canadiens will have Alex Newhook and Kirby Dach in their top six for their season opener.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidovs-injury-kent-hughes-loses-bargaining-power-in-the-market/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidovs-injury-kent-hughes-loses-bargaining-power-in-the-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov Out 2-4 Weeks With Lower-Body Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have announced that forward Ivan Demidov will miss two to four weeks due to a lower-body injury. While the team has not confirmed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-out-2-4-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-out-2-4-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here is the Canadiens’ lineup (without Ivan Demidov) for tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[What we saw at yesterday's practice gave us some clues about the Canadiens' projected lineup for tonight's game against Carolina. And since Ivan Demidov (who will be out for a few weeks, as you probably know) wasn't on the ice in Brossard yesterday, what we saw is representative.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/here-is-the-canadiens-lineup-without-ivan-demidov-for-tonight/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/here-is-the-canadiens-lineup-without-ivan-demidov-for-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens' Ivan Demidov out two to four weeks with lower-body injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens will be without one of their most skilled players for the foreseeable future.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-ivan-demidov-out-two-to-four-weeks-with-lower-body-injury-2/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-ivan-demidov-out-two-to-four-weeks-with-lower-body-injury-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Ivan Demidov out two-to-four weeks with lower-body injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens will be without one of their most skilled players for the foreseeable future. The team announced Tuesday that forward Ivan Demidov will be out two-to-four weeks with a lower-body injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-ivan-demidov-out-two-to-four-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-ivan-demidov-out-two-to-four-weeks-with-lower-body-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov: out for two to four weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ivan Demidov situation is causing quite a stir. After all, his absence from yesterday's practice, along with all the stories about his injuries and canceled autograph sessions, are starting to cause quite a bit of concern.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-out-for-two-to-four-weeks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-out-for-two-to-four-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Double cancellation: Ivan Demidov’s back injury flares up again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov has been making headlines since the start of training camp. He blocked a shot in Trois-Rivi&egrave;res during the Kraft Hockeyville game, and since then, he clearly hasn't been at 100%.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/double-cancellation-ivan-demidovs-back-injury-flares-up-again/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/double-cancellation-ivan-demidovs-back-injury-flares-up-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine’s Europe Option Has a Deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026-27 NHL season has opened, and Patrik Laine remains a free agent. Two seasons ago, he scored 15 power-play goals in 52 games (fourth in the league).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laines-europe-option-has-a-deadline/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laines-europe-option-has-a-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Aim to Extend Home-Opener Streak in Emotional Hurricanes Rematch]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens will finally return to the Bell Centre on Tuesday night, and recent history suggests their fans have had plenty to celebrate when the team opens its home schedule.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-aim-to-extend-home-opener-streak-in-emotional-hurricanes-rematch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-aim-to-extend-home-opener-streak-in-emotional-hurricanes-rematch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beef, Comedy, Sports and a Big Bad Bet. George Gillett Jr., Tycoon, Dies.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over six decades, he owned TV stations, a meatpacking plant, the Globetrotters, the Montreal Canadiens and the Liverpool soccer club. It didn&rsquo;t all end well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/beef-comedy-sports-and-a-big-bad-bet-george-gillett-jr-tycoon-dies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/beef-comedy-sports-and-a-big-bad-bet-george-gillett-jr-tycoon-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin: Here’s where the Canadiens stand on the issue right now]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin is still a member of the Red Wings organization. But it's safe to say that, in reality, he has already played his last game with the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-heres-where-the-canadiens-stand-on-the-issue-right-now/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-heres-where-the-canadiens-stand-on-the-issue-right-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Several teams are interested in three Habs defensemen']]></title><description><![CDATA[As we know, the Canadiens have a surplus of left-handed defensemen. In addition to Lane Hutson, Mike Matheson, and Kaiden Guhle, the team also counts on Arber Xhekaj, Jayden Struble, and Adam Engstr&ouml;m as part of its roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/several-teams-are-interested-in-three-habs-defensemen/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/several-teams-are-interested-in-three-habs-defensemen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Guhle’s Impending Return Leading To NHL Trade Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle expected to return to the lineup in one to two weeks, one Canadiens defenseman will become the odd-man out and another could be back on the NHL Trade market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-guhles-impending-return-leading-to-nhl-trade-talk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-guhles-impending-return-leading-to-nhl-trade-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky: We need to see more]]></title><description><![CDATA[All right. Before I begin, I want to say this: the Canadiens have played only two games since the start of the season. I know that. I'm aware of it. But after two games, my biggest disappointment so far is&hellip; Juraj Slafkovsky.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-we-need-to-see-more/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-we-need-to-see-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider Could Be Bigger for the Canadiens Than We Think]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the Montreal Canadiens signed Chris Kreider, I don't remember thinking the team had drastically changed; they&rsquo;d just added a really solid player. It felt more like one of those quiet little moves that might make sense later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-could-be-bigger-for-the-canadiens-than-we-think/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-could-be-bigger-for-the-canadiens-than-we-think/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PHOTOS: Chris Kreider Gives Back to the Community (Already)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider was acquired by the Canadiens less than a month ago (on September 12). And already&hellip; the veteran is taking the time to get involved in the community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/photos-chris-kreider-gives-back-to-the-community-already/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/photos-chris-kreider-gives-back-to-the-community-already/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens host reigning champion Hurricanes in home opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[While the Carolina Hurricanes kept the Montreal Canadiens from gaining a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, the Canadiens have been very good against the Hurricanes in the regular season of late.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-host-reigning-champion-hurricanes-in-home-opener/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-host-reigning-champion-hurricanes-in-home-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Demidov But Guhle, Carrier And Kapanen Practice For Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forward Ivan Demidov missed another practice for the Montreal Canadiens on Monday but the team did get some good news on the injury front. As he did twice towards the end of training camp and the preseason, Ivan Demidov took a therapy day as he continued to nurse an undisclosed injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/no-demidov-but-guhle-carrier-and-kapanen-practice-for-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/no-demidov-but-guhle-carrier-and-kapanen-practice-for-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Ovechkin to play nine more games in Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Ovechkin has announced the 2026-27 NHL season will be his last.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-ovechkin-to-play-nine-more-games-in-canada/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-ovechkin-to-play-nine-more-games-in-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Player Montreal Might Be Missing More Than We Realize]]></title><description><![CDATA[I came across a little update on Kaiden Guhle this week, and it got me thinking about something that happens pretty easily in hockey. We forget about players when they're not playing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-player-montreal-might-be-missing-more-than-we-realize/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-player-montreal-might-be-missing-more-than-we-realize/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH’s Emergency Goaltenders: When to Watch Alex Ovechkin and Jacob Fowler’s Play]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a new rule in the NHL. For the 2026&ndash;2027 season, the league is implementing new rules regarding emergency backup goalies (EBUGs): each team must employ or designate a full-time emergency backup goalie who travels and practices with the team, and wears the number 00 when in uniform.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chs-emergency-goaltenders-when-to-watch-alex-ovechkin-and-jacob-fowlers-play/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chs-emergency-goaltenders-when-to-watch-alex-ovechkin-and-jacob-fowlers-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens to have multiple EBUGs for 2026-27]]></title><description><![CDATA[A &lsquo;goaltending by committee&rsquo; approach has become popular in the NHL in recent years, with some teams opting to more evenly distribute starts between two goaltenders as opposed to a traditional starter/backup setup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-to-have-multiple-ebugs-for-2026-27/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-to-have-multiple-ebugs-for-2026-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis Refuses to Reveal Who His Goalie Will Be for Tomorrow’s Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before the weekend began, if you had asked me who would be in goal for the Canadiens in this week's three games, I would have said Jakub Dobes on Tuesday and Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-refuses-to-reveal-who-his-goalie-will-be-for-tomorrows-game/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-refuses-to-reveal-who-his-goalie-will-be-for-tomorrows-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach is still practicing on the power play]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, at the Canadiens' practice, the special teams took center stage. On the first power-play unit were Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, Lane Hutson, and Chris Kreider, who was there to fill in for Ivan Demidov.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-is-still-practicing-on-the-power-play/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-is-still-practicing-on-the-power-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Will Canadiens’ Florian Xhekaj Make His Season Debut?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens made one of their more interesting roster decisions at the end of training camp when they elected to keep Florian Xhekaj in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-will-canadiens-florian-xhekaj-make-his-season-debut/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-will-canadiens-florian-xhekaj-make-his-season-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Practice: Ivan Demidov absent and Alexandre Carrier present (wearing a regular jersey)]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Canadiens were back at practice in Brossard. Believe it or not, between the game in Toronto, the closed-door training camp in the U.S., and yesterday's day off, the Habs hadn't had a chance to skate in Brossard since last Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-ivan-demidov-absent-and-alexandre-carrier-present-wearing-a-regular-jersey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-ivan-demidov-absent-and-alexandre-carrier-present-wearing-a-regular-jersey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach: Enough is enough]]></title><description><![CDATA[If I had told you in mid-September that the Canadiens would have three points out of a possible four after their first two games of the season&mdash;played on the road&mdash;you would most likely have said: &ldquo;That's just perfect.&rdquo; However, when you start analyzing the games in detail, you realize that no, not everything is perfect.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-enough-is-enough/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-enough-is-enough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Canadiens Should First Start Montembeault in Net in 2026-27]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can practically see the gears spinning in the heads of the Montreal Canadiens. They must be thinking how, following the team&rsquo;s overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins this weekend, in which starter Jakub Dobes got pumped for six goals, they should give backup Sam Montembeault a shot the next time out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-canadiens-should-first-start-montembeault-in-net-in-2026-27/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-canadiens-should-first-start-montembeault-in-net-in-2026-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov: The Blackhawks Will Regret Their Choice, According to Grant McCagg]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's still far too early to draw any definitive conclusions about the 2024 draft. But Grant McCagg is already convinced of one thing: The Blackhawks will regret letting Ivan Demidov slip through their fingers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-the-blackhawks-will-regret-their-choice-according-to-grant-mccagg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-the-blackhawks-will-regret-their-choice-according-to-grant-mccagg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj and Adam Engstrom are set to play in the CH’s home opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday night, the Canadiens will play their home opener against the Hurricanes, who eliminated the Montreal team in five games this spring in the Conference Finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-and-adam-engstrom-are-set-to-play-in-the-chs-home-opener/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-and-adam-engstrom-are-set-to-play-in-the-chs-home-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage Is Giving Canadiens Fans Something to Wait For]]></title><description><![CDATA[I know a lot of Canadiens fans are watching Michael Hage this season. So, here's a little update. Hage had a big weekend with the NCAA&rsquo;s Michigan Wolverines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-is-giving-canadiens-fans-something-to-wait-for/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hage-is-giving-canadiens-fans-something-to-wait-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Matheson has virtually no room for error with the majority of Habs fans.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, the Montreal Canadiens didn&rsquo;t play their best game, especially in the second period. At least, as we've come to expect from them over the past year, they staged a comeback in the third period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matheson-has-virtually-no-room-for-error-with-the-majority-of-habs-fans/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matheson-has-virtually-no-room-for-error-with-the-majority-of-habs-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexandre Carrier’s Injury: The Door Could Open for David Reinbacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens lost the game last night, but they also lost Alexandre Carrier, who retreated to the locker room in the second period after being shoved hard into the boards by Egor Chinakhov.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carriers-injury-the-door-could-open-for-david-reinbacher/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carriers-injury-the-door-could-open-for-david-reinbacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens fall in overtime against the Penguins despite furious comeback attempt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Habs and Penguins, both undefeated,met in Pennsylvania on Saturday night. The Canadiens made it close, but fell 6-5 in overtime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-fall-in-overtime-against-the-penguins-despite-furious-comeback-attempt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-fall-in-overtime-against-the-penguins-despite-furious-comeback-attempt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens And The Rumour Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[The week&rsquo;s hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without the sugar-coating and with little concern for bruised feelings. Trade rumours in Montreal have always been as omnipresent as poutine, construction cones and people complaining about both.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-and-the-rumour-game/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-and-the-rumour-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[There’s no chemistry between Juraj Slafkovsky and Alex Newhook]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs, in the season opener, it was the Montreal Canadiens' depth&mdash;specifically the third and fourth lines&mdash;that got the job done and helped the Habs secure the win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/theres-no-chemistry-between-juraj-slafkovsky-and-alex-newhook/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/theres-no-chemistry-between-juraj-slafkovsky-and-alex-newhook/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slacking off in the second half: a very bad habit that’s making a comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens can count themselves lucky to have picked up a point last night against the Pittsburgh Penguins in that 6-5 overtime loss. The Habs' talent allowed the team to get back into the game by erasing a four-goal deficit, but it will take more than just talent to win games this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/slacking-off-in-the-second-half-a-very-bad-habit-thats-making-a-comeback/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/slacking-off-in-the-second-half-a-very-bad-habit-thats-making-a-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Salvage Start to Season Thanks to Suzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first disastrous half of Saturday&rsquo;s 6-5 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins was a total team effort on the part of the Montreal Canadiens. The second-half comeback, after the Habs had fallen behind by a seemingly insurmountable 5-1 deficit was almost all Nick Suzuki.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-salvage-start-to-season-thanks-to-suzuki/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-salvage-start-to-season-thanks-to-suzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Postgame: Comeback Falls Short In OT]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens fell just short of coming back from a 5-1 deficit against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday, before ultimately losing 6-5 in overtime.&nbsp; Cole Caufield re-claimed his title of Mr.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-postgame-comeback-falls-short-in-ot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-postgame-comeback-falls-short-in-ot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tommy Novak scores twice as Penguins down Canadiens in OT]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tommy Novak scored two goals, including the game-winner at 1:33 of overtime, and also had an assist to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a wild 6-5 victory over the visiting Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tommy-novak-scores-twice-as-penguins-down-canadiens-in-ot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tommy-novak-scores-twice-as-penguins-down-canadiens-in-ot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Alexandre Carrier leaves game against Penguins]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens may have lost a blueliner in just their second game of the season. During Saturday&rsquo;s 6-5 overtime loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, defenseman Alexandre Carrier was forced to leave for Montreal&rsquo;s dressing room with an injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-alexandre-carrier-leaves-game-against-penguins/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-alexandre-carrier-leaves-game-against-penguins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite coming back from a four-goal deficit, the CH lost in overtime]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a win in the season opener, the CH was back in action. This time, they were in Pittsburgh. Here are the lineups: Cole Caufield, aka Mr. Saturday Night, didn't waste any time getting on the board.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/despite-coming-back-from-a-four-goal-deficit-the-ch-lost-in-overtime/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/despite-coming-back-from-a-four-goal-deficit-the-ch-lost-in-overtime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mr. Saturday Night, Cole Caufield 🚨 #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr. Saturday Night, Cole Caufield 🚨 #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mr-saturday-night-cole-caufield-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mr-saturday-night-cole-caufield-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four points for Michael Hage tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Michael Hage put on a great debut performance in his first game of the season: two goals and one assist. Today: one goal and three assists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/four-points-for-michael-hage-tonight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/four-points-for-michael-hage-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Montreal Canadiens Defenseman Lyle Odelein Passes Away]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lyle Odelein has passed away at the age of 58. Word trickled through the NHL on Saturday afternoon that the 1993 Stanley]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-defenseman-lyle-odelein-passes-away/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-defenseman-lyle-odelein-passes-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mr. Saturday Night Is Back | Chris Kreider Scores His First Point]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield was Mr. Saturday Night throughout the 2025&ndash;2026 season, scoring 21 goals. He's looking to defend his title heading into the 2026&ndash;2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mr-saturday-night-is-back-chris-kreider-scores-his-first-point/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mr-saturday-night-is-back-chris-kreider-scores-his-first-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lyle Odelein, former Canadiens defenseman, dies at 58]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lyle Odelein, the former Montreal Canadiens defenseman who won the Stanley Cup in 1993 and later became the first captain in Columbus Blue Jackets history, died Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lyle-odelein-former-canadiens-defenseman-dies-at-58/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lyle-odelein-former-canadiens-defenseman-dies-at-58/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[52 saves on 55 shots this weekend: Jacob Fowler is (truly) on a roll]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Jacob Fowler spoke to the media after his first game of the season. And the goaltender took the opportunity to admit that he wasn't happy to learn he'd be starting the year in Laval.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/52-saves-on-55-shots-this-weekend-jacob-fowler-is-truly-on-a-roll/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/52-saves-on-55-shots-this-weekend-jacob-fowler-is-truly-on-a-roll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup Champion Has Died]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lyle Odelein, the Saskatchewan farm kid who grew up wanting only to wear the bleu, blanc et rouge, has died. The former Montreal Canadiens defenceman suffered a heart attack Friday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-stanley-cup-champion-has-died/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-stanley-cup-champion-has-died/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin and the Canadiens: If he still needs convincing, he’s not the one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin's case is truly fascinating. The more time passes, the more we realize that the Red Wings' inaction on this issue is (unsurprisingly) causing problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-and-the-canadiens-if-he-still-needs-convincing-hes-not-the-one/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-and-the-canadiens-if-he-still-needs-convincing-hes-not-the-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine: Here are the two teams that reportedly pushed to sign him this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine is still without a contract for the 2026-27 season. The former Canadiens player, who hasn't played since October 16, 2025, is therefore still looking for a job for the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-here-are-the-two-teams-that-reportedly-pushed-to-sign-him-this-week/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-here-are-the-two-teams-that-reportedly-pushed-to-sign-him-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Prospect Has a Big Night for Michigan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Michigan Wolverines kicked off the 2026-27 season last night with a 7-2 win over Bowling Green. Montreal Canadiens prospect Michael Hage led the Wolverines&rsquo; offense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-prospect-has-a-big-night-for-michigan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-prospect-has-a-big-night-for-michigan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler doesn’t seem to have come to terms with his demotion to Laval]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Jacob Fowler made his debut in the 2026&ndash;27 season. After finishing last season with the Canadiens, however, he began the new season with the Laval Rocket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-doesnt-seem-to-have-come-to-terms-with-his-demotion-to-laval/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-doesnt-seem-to-have-come-to-terms-with-his-demotion-to-laval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 NHL Teams Could Land Mark Scheifele, But Where Do the Canadiens Rank?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens missed out on one of the biggest trades ahead of the regular season, which could open the door for the organization to make a different move.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/4-nhl-teams-could-land-mark-scheifele-but-where-do-the-canadiens-rank/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/4-nhl-teams-could-land-mark-scheifele-but-where-do-the-canadiens-rank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Have Some Difficult Contract Decisions Coming in 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have done an excellent job locking up most of their young core, but that does not mean Kent Hughes will have a quiet summer following the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-some-difficult-contract-decisions-coming-in-2027/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-some-difficult-contract-decisions-coming-in-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens, Penguins get together after promising openers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two teams that began the season with impressive road victories face off on Saturday when the Montreal Canadiens visit the Pittsburgh Penguins. Pittsburgh opened its season with a 7-0 win at Philadelphia while Montreal edged the Toronto Maple Leafs, 3-2.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-penguins-get-together-after-promising-openers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 04:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-penguins-get-together-after-promising-openers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three points for Michael Hage and a solid performance by Jacob Fowler]]></title><description><![CDATA[On this Friday night, there were two games for Montreal Canadiens fans to watch: the season opener for the Laval Rocket and Michael Hage in Michigan. For the University of Michigan Wolverines, it was a walk in the park as they faced off against the Bowling Green Falcons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-points-for-michael-hage-and-a-solid-performance-by-jacob-fowler/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 03:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-points-for-michael-hage-and-a-solid-performance-by-jacob-fowler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis is very involved with Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[It took a while for Canadiens fans to put the Kreider-Price incident behind them. When you see what he can bring to the team, it helps calm things down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-is-very-involved-with-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 02:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-is-very-involved-with-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Anderson: Craig Button is reportedly willing to give him four more years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Anderson is an important player for the Montreal Canadiens. When you hear Jeff Gorton say that the organization will never trade him&hellip; that's a good indication of just how much the veteran is appreciated in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-craig-button-is-reportedly-willing-to-give-him-four-more-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-craig-button-is-reportedly-willing-to-give-him-four-more-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Status Of Oliver Kapanen Still Uncertain For Saturday vs Penguins]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens remain uncertain about the status of Oliver Kapanen for Saturday night&rsquo;s matchup in Pittsburgh against the Penguins. When asked by the media on Friday about Kapanen&rsquo;s availability for Saturday&rsquo;s game, head coach Martin St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/status-of-oliver-kapanen-still-uncertain-for-saturday-vs-penguins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/status-of-oliver-kapanen-still-uncertain-for-saturday-vs-penguins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two points for Zharovsky today and a goal by his goalie… into his own net]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Zharovsky and his team, Salavat Yulaev Ufa, were in action today. And the Canadiens prospect stood out in the game. Let's take a look at what happened in his game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/two-points-for-zharovsky-today-and-a-goal-by-his-goalie-into-his-own-net/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/two-points-for-zharovsky-today-and-a-goal-by-his-goalie-into-his-own-net/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sidney Crosby's Pick for Most Dangerous Canadiens Weapon?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every once in a while, somebody else says something about hockey, and you think, well, that's pretty much exactly what I was thinking. That happened this week when Sidney Crosby was asked to identify the Montreal Canadiens' biggest weapon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sidney-crosbys-pick-for-most-dangerous-canadiens-weapon/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/sidney-crosbys-pick-for-most-dangerous-canadiens-weapon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes Promises a Stanley Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have the foundation of a championship team. We can all agree that there are still some pieces missing. They need a little more help on defense, some grit, and a reliable third-line center.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-promises-a-stanley-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-promises-a-stanley-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caufield, Kreider + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Caufield, Kreider + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/caufield-kreider-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/caufield-kreider-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher won’t be able to match Tristan Luneau’s big contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[The $7.2 million-a-year contract offered to Tristan Luneau has sparked a reaction. From 2027 to 2033, the young player will earn a substantial amount of money, an offer based on his potential.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-wont-be-able-to-match-tristan-luneaus-big-contract/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-wont-be-able-to-match-tristan-luneaus-big-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Practice: Oliver Kapanen did not practice with the top six]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Canadiens practiced in Pittsburgh. Naturally, we were keeping an eye on the line combinations. Was Martin St-Louis going to make any changes from what we saw in yesterday's practice?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-oliver-kapanen-did-not-practice-with-the-top-six/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-oliver-kapanen-did-not-practice-with-the-top-six/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does Patrik Laine potentially have a future with the Edmonton Oilers?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine was once one of the NHL&rsquo;s most feared young goal scorers. Now, as the 2026&ndash;27 regular season is getting underway, Laine is still without a contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/does-patrik-laine-potentially-have-a-future-with-the-edmonton-oilers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/does-patrik-laine-potentially-have-a-future-with-the-edmonton-oilers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 NHL Draft Prospects for the Canadiens to Watch]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2027 NHL Entry Draft is already generating plenty of attention, especially with hype beginning to build around some of the top names in the class. For the Montreal Canadiens, however, the interesting part of the draft will extend well beyond the players expected to go at the very top.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/5-nhl-draft-prospects-for-the-canadiens-to-watch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/5-nhl-draft-prospects-for-the-canadiens-to-watch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes Traded for Connor McDavid: The Door Could Be Open]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have three goaltenders in their organization who can legitimately hope to play a significant number of games this season in the National Hockey League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-traded-for-connor-mcdavid-the-door-could-be-open/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-traded-for-connor-mcdavid-the-door-could-be-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky: The CH’s Greatest Asset, According to Sidney Crosby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson, Ivan Demidov&hellip; The Canadiens are no longer short on talent. But if Sidney Crosby had to choose just one, it wouldn't be any of these four players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-the-chs-greatest-asset-according-to-sidney-crosby/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 04:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-the-chs-greatest-asset-according-to-sidney-crosby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: Martin St-Louis’s patience may have its limits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider has played only one regular-season game with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield. Just one, and it wasn't very promising. So no, this is certainly not the time to panic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-martin-st-louiss-patience-may-have-its-limits/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 03:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-martin-st-louiss-patience-may-have-its-limits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Familiarity Helping The Montreal Canadiens As The Season Begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[While plenty of NHL teams are getting used to roster changes as the 2026-27 NHL regular season gets underway, the Montreal Canadiens feel like they&rsquo;re benefitting from Familiarity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/familiarity-helping-the-montreal-canadiens-as-the-season-begins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/familiarity-helping-the-montreal-canadiens-as-the-season-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['David Reinbacher would be playing for at least ten NHL teams right now.']]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the biggest surprises of training camp is undoubtedly the fact that David Reinbacher was cut from the main squad. In my opinion (and that of many others), he was one of the best defensemen, and I saw him starting the season in Montreal alongside Lane Hutson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-would-be-playing-for-at-least-ten-nhl-teams-right-now/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-would-be-playing-for-at-least-ten-nhl-teams-right-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade: Teams the Canadiens Should Keep an Eye On]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's no longer a secret: the Canadiens tried very hard to improve through trades this summer. Even though they missed out on Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies (who were traded for one another), Kent Hughes isn't done shopping yet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/trade-teams-the-canadiens-should-keep-an-eye-on/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/trade-teams-the-canadiens-should-keep-an-eye-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Contract Extension: Josh Anderson Is Confident That Negotiations Will Begin Soon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Anderson is a key player for the Canadiens. We saw that during the last playoffs: he's dynamic and a power forward. I don't know if Montreal would have made it to the semifinals without him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/contract-extension-josh-anderson-is-confident-that-negotiations-will-begin-soon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/contract-extension-josh-anderson-is-confident-that-negotiations-will-begin-soon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach: 'Several clubs' offered the Canadiens a second-round pick this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach didn&rsquo;t have a great training camp. But when he plays the right way, he's a guy who can help the Canadiens. We saw that on Tuesday, when he stood out in the game against the Leafs thanks to his solid play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-several-clubs-offered-the-canadiens-a-second-round-pick-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-several-clubs-offered-the-canadiens-a-second-round-pick-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should the Canadiens be worried they can’t get a big trade done?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The big news still reverberating around the NHL is the blockbuster trade between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets that went down on the eve of the season, with Toronto getting winger Kirill Marchenko and Columbus getting winger Matthew Knies in a six-player deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/should-the-canadiens-be-worried-they-cant-get-a-big-trade-done/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/should-the-canadiens-be-worried-they-cant-get-a-big-trade-done/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Draft: Alexis Joseph Is Eyeing the Role of Second Center for the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who will be the Canadiens' second-line center in the long run? That's the question. Obviously, right now, Michael Hage is a strong internal candidate. After all, he has the potential to become a top-tier player in the NHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/draft-alexis-joseph-is-eyeing-the-role-of-second-center-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/draft-alexis-joseph-is-eyeing-the-role-of-second-center-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen is at CH practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen was not in uniform for the Canadiens&rsquo; season opener. On Monday, the team announced that their center was injured. But today, Kapanen is back at practice with his teammates in Pittsburgh.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-at-ch-practice/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-at-ch-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Chased Big Name They Could Flip to the Blue Jackets in Marchenko Trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens were the most serious pursuer of Kirill Marchenko throughout the summer, but the Toronto Maple Leafs ultimately landed him in a six-player trade that sent Matthew Knies to Columbus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-chased-big-name-they-could-flip-to-the-blue-jackets-in-marchenko-trade/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-chased-big-name-they-could-flip-to-the-blue-jackets-in-marchenko-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis’s First Challenge of the Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[R&eacute;jean Tremblay read my article from yesterday morning all the way through&hellip; and he was particularly struck by my report about Luc G&eacute;linas. From what I've learned over the past few hours, the 2026&ndash;27 season will likely be Luc G&eacute;linas's last at RDS.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louiss-first-challenge-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louiss-first-challenge-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Canadiens Prospects to Keep an Eye on in 2026-27]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have spent the last several years building one of the more intriguing prospect pools in the NHL. While several young players have already graduated to the NHL, there is still plenty of talent developing throughout the organization.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/5-canadiens-prospects-to-keep-an-eye-on-in-2026-27/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/5-canadiens-prospects-to-keep-an-eye-on-in-2026-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens’ Targets: The Future of Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby Is the Talk of the Town]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid are big names in the NHL. Ever since the Canadiens have gotten back on track, the names of these two players have been floating around here and there in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-targets-the-future-of-connor-mcdavid-and-sidney-crosby-is-the-talk-of-the-town/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-targets-the-future-of-connor-mcdavid-and-sidney-crosby-is-the-talk-of-the-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jason Robertson: 'Don&rsquo;t count Montreal out']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Jason Robertson situation generated a lot of buzz this summer. The young player struggled to reach an agreement on contract terms with the Stars. It ultimately resulted in a one-year deal (bringing him close to full free agency), but it wasn't easy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jason-robertson-donrsquot-count-montreal-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jason-robertson-donrsquot-count-montreal-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cowan, Stolarz push Maple Leafs past Islanders 2-1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Easton Cowan had a goal and an assist as the Toronto Maple Leafs topped the New York Islanders 2-1 on Wednesday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cowan-stolarz-push-maple-leafs-past-islanders-2-1/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 04:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cowan-stolarz-push-maple-leafs-past-islanders-2-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Predators are interested in three Canadiens defensemen]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens still have a surplus of left-handed defensemen within their organization. It's a lesser evil given the current situation with Kaiden Guhle sidelined, but it's still not ideal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-predators-are-interested-in-three-canadiens-defensemen/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 03:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-predators-are-interested-in-three-canadiens-defensemen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexander Nikishin wanted to come play in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Nikishin is still a free agent at this time. The Hurricanes defenseman, who has asked the defending champions to trade him, has not yet found a new team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-nikishin-wanted-to-come-play-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-nikishin-wanted-to-come-play-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connor McDavid in Montreal: 'It&rsquo;s not entirely out of the question']]></title><description><![CDATA[Okay. So when are we going to find out that Connor McDavid has been traded to the Montreal Canadiens? I'm asking for a friend&hellip; hehe. Seriously, we can all agree that would be absolutely huge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/connor-mcdavid-in-montreal-itrsquos-not-entirely-out-of-the-question/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/connor-mcdavid-in-montreal-itrsquos-not-entirely-out-of-the-question/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: The Importance Of Alexandre Carrier To The Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[In his first game of a contract year, defenseman Alexandre Carrier once again proved his value to the Montreal Canadiens. Carrier scored the eventual game-winning goal on Tuesday night and also added an assist in the Canadiens&rsquo; 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-the-importance-of-alexandre-carrier-to-the-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-the-importance-of-alexandre-carrier-to-the-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexander Zharovsky: We need to talk about his (very) ordinary start to the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not everyone is as good as Ivan!&nbsp; That's what my boyfriend (and boss, hehe) Maxime Truman told me earlier on the phone when we were talking about Alexander Zharovsky's start to the season in the KHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-we-need-to-talk-about-his-very-ordinary-start-to-the-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-we-need-to-talk-about-his-very-ordinary-start-to-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I expect Alexandre Texier to sit out the next game.']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens currently have 13 healthy forwards: the 12 players who suited up yesterday and Florian Xhekaj. And if Oliver Kapanen (whose condition is unknown) continues to improve, the Habs could have 14 healthy forwards heading into the next game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-expect-alexandre-texier-to-sit-out-the-next-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-expect-alexandre-texier-to-sit-out-the-next-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another sign that Kent Hughes wants to make a deal quickly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everything seems to indicate, at this point, that the Canadiens want to make a move. We know that Kent Hughes has been trying to add a piece to his core for a long time, but he hasn't necessarily been able to achieve his goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/another-sign-that-kent-hughes-wants-to-make-a-deal-quickly/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/another-sign-that-kent-hughes-wants-to-make-a-deal-quickly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CHat feat. Josh Anderson and Jake Evans]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CHat feat. Josh Anderson and Jake Evans]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chat-feat-josh-anderson-and-jake-evans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-chat-feat-josh-anderson-and-jake-evans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Looked Like a Team That's Played Together]]></title><description><![CDATA[What interested me most about the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs last night had very little to do with the final score. Montreal looked like a team that had been playing together for a while.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-looked-like-a-team-thats-played-together/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-looked-like-a-team-thats-played-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagrange: Montreal Canadiens Rely On Depth In First Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens spoiled the NHL debut of Gavin McKenna and Kirill Marchenko&rsquo;s debut with the Toronto Maple Leafs, with 3-2 season-opening win at Scotiabank Arena.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lagrange-montreal-canadiens-rely-on-depth-in-first-win/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lagrange-montreal-canadiens-rely-on-depth-in-first-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dach'&mdash;a breathtaking song by C&eacute;line Dion&mdash;and soon another retiree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unbelievable, as Renaud Lavoie would say (whom I like, by the way). The Canadiens managed to surprise the Maple Leafs on their home ice, in front of their raucous fans, even though Toronto had opened the scoring just one minute into the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dachmdasha-breathtaking-song-by-ceacuteline-dionmdashand-soon-another-retiree/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dachmdasha-breathtaking-song-by-ceacuteline-dionmdashand-soon-another-retiree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens start the season with a tight victory over the Maple Leafs in Toronto]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hockey analyst Brian Wilde returns this year and breaks down the Montreal Canadiens' strong start to the season against the Toronto Maple Leafs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-start-the-season-with-a-tight-victory-over-the-maple-leafs-in-toronto/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/call-of-the-wilde-montreal-canadiens-start-the-season-with-a-tight-victory-over-the-maple-leafs-in-toronto/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens showed Kirill Marchenko just what he missed out on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grab your folding chairs and head over to Sainte-Catherine right away: the Canadiens are on their way to glory. Last night, at Toronto's most popular venue, Martin St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-showed-kirill-marchenko-just-what-he-missed-out-on/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-showed-kirill-marchenko-just-what-he-missed-out-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Postgame: Dobes, Unsung Heroes Shine In 3-2 Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just as they did 25 times last season, the Montreal Canadiens opened up the 2026-27 season with comeback win beating the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2. Alexandre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-postgame-dobes-unsung-heroes-shine-in-3-2-win/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-postgame-dobes-unsung-heroes-shine-in-3-2-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New-look Maple Leafs fall to Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gavin McKenna has known for quite some time his NHL debut would come Tuesday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-look-maple-leafs-fall-to-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-look-maple-leafs-fall-to-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs win season opener in Toronto! #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs win season opener in Toronto! #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-win-season-opener-in-toronto-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-win-season-opener-in-toronto-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens end Maple Leafs' 10-game home-opening win streak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Anderson and Alexandre Carrier each had a goal and an assist for the visiting Montreal Canadiens Tuesday in their 3-2 opening-night victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-end-maple-leafs-10-game-home-opening-win-streak/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-end-maple-leafs-10-game-home-opening-win-streak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens down Maple Leafs in McKenna’s NHL debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Anderson and Alexandre Carrier had a goal and an assist each as the Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in the regular-season opener for both teams Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-down-maple-leafs-in-mckennas-nhl-debut/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-down-maple-leafs-in-mckennas-nhl-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Habs goal of 2026-27 🚨 #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[First Habs goal of 2026-27 🚨 #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/first-habs-goal-of-2026-27-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/first-habs-goal-of-2026-27-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The CH will be looking to make a major addition, especially next summer.']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens had a fairly quiet summer. The team wasn't able to land the young star they were after&hellip; and that was confirmed yesterday when the Maple Leafs acquired Kirill Marchenko (whose name was all over town this summer).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-will-be-looking-to-make-a-major-addition-especially-next-summer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-will-be-looking-to-make-a-major-addition-especially-next-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top seed in the Atlantic Division: the CH is the (undisputed) favorite, according to Sportsnet reporters]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NHL finally kicked off its 2026-27 season tonight. The Panthers and the Hurricanes got the festivities started a little earlier&hellip; and the Canadiens are set to face the Maple Leafs in a few minutes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-seed-in-the-atlantic-division-the-ch-is-the-undisputed-favorite-according-to-sportsnet-reporters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/top-seed-in-the-atlantic-division-the-ch-is-the-undisputed-favorite-according-to-sportsnet-reporters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillip Danault has improved his skating (at Jeff Gorton’s request)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phillip Danault has never stood out for his skating ability. And I'm not saying that to take a dig at him. It's a fact: the guy wasn't super fast even before he left the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/phillip-danault-has-improved-his-skating-at-jeff-gortons-request/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/phillip-danault-has-improved-his-skating-at-jeff-gortons-request/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habs make 2026-27 season predictions #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habs make 2026-27 season predictions #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-make-2026-27-season-predictions-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/habs-make-2026-27-season-predictions-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic Heritage: A leak regarding the jersey the CH will wear]]></title><description><![CDATA[On October 25, the Canadiens will face the Jets in an away game. The two teams will battle it out for the win as part of the National Hockey League's 2026 Heritage Game, and it's sure to be exciting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/classic-heritage-a-leak-regarding-the-jersey-the-ch-will-wear/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/classic-heritage-a-leak-regarding-the-jersey-the-ch-will-wear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Maple Leafs Old Guy vs. the Canadiens Kid]]></title><description><![CDATA[There it was. As soon as the starting goalies were announced for tonight&rsquo;s Maple Leafs-Canadiens opener, the game suddenly got a little more interesting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-maple-leafs-old-guy-vs-the-canadiens-kid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-maple-leafs-old-guy-vs-the-canadiens-kid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leafs GM John Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Chayka placed another big bet on his Maple Leafs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/leafs-gm-john-chayka-reflects-on-marchenko-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/leafs-gm-john-chayka-reflects-on-marchenko-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leafs’ GM Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Chayka placed another big bet on his Maple Leafs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/leafs-gm-chayka-reflects-on-marchenko-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/leafs-gm-chayka-reflects-on-marchenko-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Meet the Maple Leafs, Expecting to Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not long ago, a Montreal Canadiens visit to Toronto was mostly about history, rivalry, and maybe a little nostalgia. This game tonight feels different.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-meet-the-maple-leafs-expecting-to-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-meet-the-maple-leafs-expecting-to-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Why David Reinbacher Is In The AHL]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced their 23-man roster and cuts on Sunday afternoon, and surprisingly to many, David Reinbacher was not on it and Adam Engstrom was.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-why-david-reinbacher-is-in-the-ahl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-why-david-reinbacher-is-in-the-ahl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher: The Millions He’ll Never See Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here we go. The Canadiens' regular season kicks off in just a few hours in Toronto. Florian Xhekaj and Adam Engstrom have made the big team, but it would be surprising to see them in uniform tonight against the Maple Leafs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-the-millions-hell-never-see-again/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-the-millions-hell-never-see-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Why David Reinbacher Is In The AHL Right Now]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced their 23-man roster and cuts on Sunday afternoon, and surprisingly to many, David Reinbacher was not on it and Adam Engstrom was.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-why-david-reinbacher-is-in-the-ahl-right-now/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-why-david-reinbacher-is-in-the-ahl-right-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens were ready to throw their salary cap out the window for Kirill Marchenko]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens let Kirill Marchenko slip away. And for the next seven years, he'll be in their division. We can all agree that the #1 reason the Russian is in Toronto is because the Maple Leafs had a player of Matthew Knies' caliber to trade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-were-ready-to-throw-their-salary-cap-out-the-window-for-kirill-marchenko/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-were-ready-to-throw-their-salary-cap-out-the-window-for-kirill-marchenko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jakub Dobes on the trading block: Samuel Montembeault isn’t the only one making headlines]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault will serve as Jakub Dobes' backup at the start of the season. We didn't expect to be writing this a few months ago, but the situation has changed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-on-the-trading-block-samuel-montembeault-isnt-the-only-one-making-headlines/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jakub-dobes-on-the-trading-block-samuel-montembeault-isnt-the-only-one-making-headlines/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The benefit of having seen Kirill Marchenko escape from the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirill Marchenko is now, for better or worse, tied to the Maple Leafs. The Toronto team chose to trade the only top-tier player who could truly adapt to playoff hockey for a highly talented player who will earn a higher salary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-benefit-of-having-seen-kirill-marchenko-escape-from-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-benefit-of-having-seen-kirill-marchenko-escape-from-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivalries renewed as fresh NHL season begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new NHL season kicks off tonight with some historic rivalries and the reigning Stanley Cup champions celebrating their title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rivalries-renewed-as-fresh-nhl-season-begins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rivalries-renewed-as-fresh-nhl-season-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirill Marchenko reportedly would have preferred to sign with Montreal rather than Toronto, according to Elliotte Friedman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even though Kirill Marchenko was traded, the stories about him just keep coming. And this time, it involves the Canadiens. Appearing on the Real Kyper &amp; Bourne podcast on Monday, Elliotte Friedman revealed that the Russian was set to sign a contract with the Canadiens this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirill-marchenko-reportedly-would-have-preferred-to-sign-with-montreal-rather-than-toronto-according-to-elliotte-friedman/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 03:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirill-marchenko-reportedly-would-have-preferred-to-sign-with-montreal-rather-than-toronto-according-to-elliotte-friedman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First flight of the 2026-27 season ✈️ #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[First flight of the 2026-27 season ✈️ #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/first-flight-of-the-2026-27-season-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/first-flight-of-the-2026-27-season-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Former Canadiens D-Men Find New Teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[There&rsquo;s a funny thing about hockey careers. Sometimes you leave one organization thinking you&rsquo;re headed somewhere new, only to find yourself somewhere completely different a few weeks or months later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/two-former-canadiens-d-men-find-new-teams/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/two-former-canadiens-d-men-find-new-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens thinking big in '26-27 while Maple Leafs turn fresh page]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens will open their season with heightened expectations Tuesday night when they visit their longtime rivals, the Toronto Maple Leafs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-thinking-big-in-26-27-while-maple-leafs-turn-fresh-page/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-thinking-big-in-26-27-while-maple-leafs-turn-fresh-page/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maple Leafs acquire Kirill Marchenko in blockbuster six-player trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets have swung a major blockbuster trade on the eve of the 2026-27 regular season. Now complete, the deal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maple-leafs-acquire-kirill-marchenko-in-blockbuster-six-player-trade/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maple-leafs-acquire-kirill-marchenko-in-blockbuster-six-player-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj: Martin St-Louis thinks he’s ready for the NHL, but…]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at practice, it became clear that Florian Xhekaj probably won't play tomorrow night in Toronto. Even with Oliver Kapanen out, Xhekaj is likely to be in the press box rather than on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-martin-st-louis-thinks-hes-ready-for-the-nhl-but/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-martin-st-louis-thinks-hes-ready-for-the-nhl-but/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen Out For Season Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have reported that they will be without centre Oliver Kapanen for their season opener on Tuesday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-out-for-season-opener/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-out-for-season-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waiver Process: No CH players were claimed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Belzile, Brett Berard, Kaapo Kahkonen, Hunter McKown, Sasha Pastujov, Samuel Poulin, Ethan Samson, Maksymilian Szuber, and Reilly Walsh. All of these players have one thing in common: they were placed on waivers by the Canadiens yesterday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/waiver-process-no-ch-players-were-claimed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/waiver-process-no-ch-players-were-claimed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dobes, F. Xhekaj + other Habs address the media at practice | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dobes, F. Xhekaj + other Habs address the media at practice | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobes-f-xhekaj-other-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobes-f-xhekaj-other-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everything indicates that Florian Xhekaj will not play tomorrow in Toronto]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens' 2026&ndash;27 season kicks off tomorrow. The team will be in Toronto to face the Maple Leafs to kick off their season. Yes, there's a real sense of hockey in the air right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/everything-indicates-that-florian-xhekaj-will-not-play-tomorrow-in-toronto/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/everything-indicates-that-florian-xhekaj-will-not-play-tomorrow-in-toronto/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen is injured]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Canadiens players took to the ice for one last practice before heading to Toronto. The first piece of good news is that Ivan Demidov and Lane Hutson were there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-injured/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-is-injured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maple Leafs looking to rebound after ugly season]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Nylander was hanging out up top in a private suite.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maple-leafs-looking-to-rebound-after-ugly-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maple-leafs-looking-to-rebound-after-ugly-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here’s how Samuel Montembeault and Jakub Dobes are viewed in the NHL]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, Jesse Granger (The Athletic) published an article on NHL goaltenders. Basically, he asked 45 NHL goalies and coaches to weigh in so he could put together a ranking of the best goalies in the National Hockey League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heres-how-samuel-montembeault-and-jakub-dobes-are-viewed-in-the-nhl/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heres-how-samuel-montembeault-and-jakub-dobes-are-viewed-in-the-nhl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Hungry: Does Kent Hughes Have Something Up His Sleeve?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With opening night days away, Darren Dreger has fans in Montreal buzzing. On the Ray &amp; Dregs podcast, he didn&rsquo;t guarantee a deal, but he said it feels like Kent Hughes is working on something and that a trade before game one is possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-hungry-does-kent-hughes-have-something-up-his-sleeve/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-hungry-does-kent-hughes-have-something-up-his-sleeve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RUMOR | Things Are About to Heat Up in the NHL]]></title><description><![CDATA[The salary cap is going to skyrocket again in the coming years in the Bettman circuit. Will this prompt some teams to make quick moves during the 2026&ndash;2027 season?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rumor-things-are-about-to-heat-up-in-the-nhl/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rumor-things-are-about-to-heat-up-in-the-nhl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Would Montreal Accept This Oilers Trade for Kirby Dach?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Seravalli&rsquo;s suggestion that the Edmonton Oilers would &ldquo;drool&rdquo; over Kirby Dach makes for an intriguing trade discussion. Dach is a big, right-shot centre from the Edmonton area, and his younger brother Colton is already an Oiler.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/would-montreal-accept-this-oilers-trade-for-kirby-dach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/would-montreal-accept-this-oilers-trade-for-kirby-dach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlantic Division: Montreal Canadiens Poised To Take Crown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can the Montreal Canadiens win their first Atlantic Division crown since 2016-17? If the Atlantic Division looked tough a season ago, it looks downright nasty now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/atlantic-division-montreal-canadiens-poised-to-take-crown/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/atlantic-division-montreal-canadiens-poised-to-take-crown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Questionably Cut Fowler and Keep Montembeault]]></title><description><![CDATA[To his credit, goalie Sam Montembeault came into training camp and forced the Montreal Canadiens to make a difficult decision in net. By choosing him over rookie Jacob Fowler though, the Habs arguably made the wrong one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-questionably-cut-fowler-and-keep-montembeault/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-questionably-cut-fowler-and-keep-montembeault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj: A Few Theories to Explain His Presence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens currently have 23 healthy players (unless Ivan Demidov is more injured than we think) on their roster. That doesn't include Kaiden Guhle and Lucas Condotta, for example.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-a-few-theories-to-explain-his-presence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-a-few-theories-to-explain-his-presence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I wouldn&rsquo;t be surprised if Adam Engstrom were traded.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite a shortened training camp, several prospects managed to stand out during the preseason games. Notably, Florian Xhekaj is still with the Habs despite the cuts earlier today and could very well be in the starting lineup Tuesday night in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-wouldnrsquot-be-surprised-if-adam-engstrom-were-traded/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 02:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-wouldnrsquot-be-surprised-if-adam-engstrom-were-traded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider loves the Habs’ culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have just completed their first training camp, which was shortened by a week. Although the Habs played fewer preseason games than in previous]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-loves-the-habs-culture/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-loves-the-habs-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj, Engstrom Stay; Reinbacher Sent Down]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced that both forward Florian Xhekaj and defenseman Adam Engstrom have made the 23-man roster to start the season.&nbsp; Meanwhile,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-engstrom-stay-reinbacher-sent-down/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-engstrom-stay-reinbacher-sent-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher Traded to the Laval Rocket]]></title><description><![CDATA[The picture of the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; final roster is becoming clearer and clearer. Shortly after announcing the players placed on waivers, the Habs also released the list of players who have been in Laval.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-traded-to-the-laval-rocket/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-traded-to-the-laval-rocket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Place Nine on Waivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens concluded their preseason schedule with a split-squad game against Ottawa. They split the split-squad, winning 4-2 at home and losing 4-3 on the road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-place-nine-on-waivers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-place-nine-on-waivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runoff: A big sign that Samuel Montembeault has made the team]]></title><description><![CDATA[On this Sunday afternoon, we were all waiting to see which players would be placed on waivers before the start of the regular season on Tuesday. Teams have until 5:00 p.m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/runoff-a-big-sign-that-samuel-montembeault-has-made-the-team/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/runoff-a-big-sign-that-samuel-montembeault-has-made-the-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky mic'd up at Canadiens Golf Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky mic'd up at Canadiens Golf Tournament]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-micd-up-at-canadiens-golf-tournament/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-micd-up-at-canadiens-golf-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Suzuki Brothers: From Road Hockey to the NHL]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s pretty wholesome when two brothers both end up in the NHL, and the Montreal Canadiens Nick Suzuki got to experience that this weekend as he was about to play his younger brother Ryan for the first time in actual NHL jerseys.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-suzuki-brothers-from-road-hockey-to-the-nhl/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-suzuki-brothers-from-road-hockey-to-the-nhl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CH: A Look Back at a Very Encouraging Training Camp… and Our Predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[That&rsquo;s it&mdash;the CH&rsquo;s training camp is over! What have we learned? What can we say and hope for each of the key players heading into the upcoming season? Here's a quick recap of this whirlwind camp before we move on to the proverbial &ldquo;real deal&rdquo;!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-a-look-back-at-a-very-encouraging-training-camp-and-our-predictions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-a-look-back-at-a-very-encouraging-training-camp-and-our-predictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Mike Matheson fined for roughing Senators’ Ridly Greig]]></title><description><![CDATA[A veteran&rsquo;s actions are forcing him to pay up a few bucks heading into the regular season. On Sunday, the NHL Department of Player Safety announced that Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson has been fined $5,000 for roughing Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-mike-matheson-fined-for-roughing-senators-ridly-greig/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-mike-matheson-fined-for-roughing-senators-ridly-greig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Matheson Fined]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, there were once again two games taking place at the same time to wrap up the Montreal Canadiens' preseason schedule. It's hard to remember everything that happened in the games, but there was one play involving Mike Matheson that's going to cost him some money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-fined/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/mike-matheson-fined/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach: 'The only bright spot is that he didn&rsquo;t get hurt.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Training camp is often just business as usual and a necessary step for many players, especially veterans. However, for some, it's the perfect opportunity to showcase their skills, compete for a spot, and prove they deserve a place on the roster to start the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-the-only-bright-spot-is-that-he-didnrsquot-get-hurt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-the-only-bright-spot-is-that-he-didnrsquot-get-hurt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens &amp; Potential]]></title><description><![CDATA[The week&rsquo;s hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without the sugar-coating and with little concern for bruised feelings. With their final two pre-season games played last night, the Montreal Canadiens have officially wrapped up training camp and are now set to open the 2026-27 season Tuesday night against the Maple Leafs in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-amp-potential/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-amp-potential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Training camp is over: Here’s the biggest area the CH needs to work on]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; training camp is officially over. All that's left are the final roster cuts, which are expected to take place today around 2 p.m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/training-camp-is-over-heres-the-biggest-area-the-ch-needs-to-work-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/training-camp-is-over-heres-the-biggest-area-the-ch-needs-to-work-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Don&rsquo;t even compare us&mdash;please!': Chris Kreider on Juraj Slafkovsky]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the highlights of the Montreal Canadiens' victory last night in their final preseason game was Chris Kreider's first goal in a Habs uniform. Even though it wasn't the most spectacular goal&mdash;and it was just a preseason game&mdash;it made the fans happy, and I'm sure it felt good for Kreider to get on the board.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/donrsquot-even-compare-usmdashplease-chris-kreider-on-juraj-slafkovsky/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/donrsquot-even-compare-usmdashplease-chris-kreider-on-juraj-slafkovsky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault deserves the backup goalie spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault has been out of the picture in goal for the Montreal Canadiens for quite some time now, both by the team and by the fans. Toward the end of last season, Monty was benched by Jacob Fowler, and he wasn't dressed a single time in the playoffs, making it clear that he was no longer part of the team's plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-deserves-the-backup-goalie-spot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-deserves-the-backup-goalie-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doubleheader: Kreider Scores First Goal in Habs Uniform]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once again on this Saturday night, the Montreal Canadiens had the opportunity to play two games at the same time, but this time against the Ottawa Senators.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/doubleheader-kreider-scores-first-goal-in-habs-uniform/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/doubleheader-kreider-scores-first-goal-in-habs-uniform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher would have liked to have enjoyed Montreal more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahh, Montreal Canadiens fans are really going to miss Brendan Gallagher. The little warrior served the Habs well, giving his all. In short, he's about to start a new chapter by returning to his little corner of the country, where it all began.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/brendan-gallagher-would-have-liked-to-have-enjoyed-montreal-more/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/brendan-gallagher-would-have-liked-to-have-enjoyed-montreal-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A special family moment #Brothers #NHL]]></title><description><![CDATA[A special family moment #Brothers #NHL]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-special-family-moment-brothers-nhl/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-special-family-moment-brothers-nhl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen: Jeff Gorton praises a trait for which he is often criticized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen had a 2025-26 season that was quite&hellip; unusual. The Finnish player held his own at center on the second line for much of the season, but he completely ran out of steam toward the end of the campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-jeff-gorton-praises-a-trait-for-which-he-is-often-criticized/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-jeff-gorton-praises-a-trait-for-which-he-is-often-criticized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Justin Barron on the ballot: We’re a long way from all that with Alexandre Carrier]]></title><description><![CDATA[In December 2024, the Canadiens completed a trade with the Predators. With the Habs' defensive corps struggling, the club sent Justin Barron to Nashville to acquire veteran goaltender Alexandre Carrier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/justin-barron-on-the-ballot-were-a-long-way-from-all-that-with-alexandre-carrier/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/justin-barron-on-the-ballot-were-a-long-way-from-all-that-with-alexandre-carrier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach: Here’s What the CH Was Offered (and Turned Down)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach isn't having a great training camp. The forward, who is in his final year before becoming a unrestricted free agent, had a great opportunity to prove that he deserves to stay in Montreal long-term.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-heres-what-the-ch-was-offered-and-turned-down/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-heres-what-the-ch-was-offered-and-turned-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Gleb Pugachyov Earns His First Point in Russia This Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov hasn&rsquo;t had the start to the season he&rsquo;d hoped for in Russia. The Canadiens&rsquo; most recent first-round pick suffered a concussion early in the season, forcing him to miss a few games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-gleb-pugachyov-earns-his-first-point-in-russia-this-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-gleb-pugachyov-earns-his-first-point-in-russia-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OTT-MTL: Pregame media ops | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[OTT-MTL: Pregame media ops | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ott-mtl-pregame-media-ops-live-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ott-mtl-pregame-media-ops-live-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surprise: Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov won’t be playing in Ottawa either]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, we learned that Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov won't be playing at the Bell Centre tonight. It was a bit surprising, but there was still a chance we might see both of them play in Ottawa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/surprise-lane-hutson-and-ivan-demidov-wont-be-playing-in-ottawa-either/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/surprise-lane-hutson-and-ivan-demidov-wont-be-playing-in-ottawa-either/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Announce a First Round of Roster Cuts]]></title><description><![CDATA[As of this morning, the Canadiens still hadn't made a single cut since the start of training camp. That made sense, considering the team still has two games to play tonight and needed players to fill out the roster&hellip; but there were still too many of them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-announce-a-first-round-of-roster-cuts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-announce-a-first-round-of-roster-cuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov and Lane Hutson will not be playing at the Bell Centre tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens wrap up their training camp today, as they play their final two preseason games against the Ottawa Senators simultaneously. One team will face the Sens at the Bell Centre, and the other will face the Sens at the Canadian Tire Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-and-lane-hutson-will-not-be-playing-at-the-bell-centre-tonight/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-and-lane-hutson-will-not-be-playing-at-the-bell-centre-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle could once again defy the doctors’ predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle is once again out with an injury for the Montreal Canadiens. It's become a recurring theme, as the Habs defenseman has spent more time on the sidelines than on the ice since the start of his career in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-could-once-again-defy-the-doctors-predictions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-could-once-again-defy-the-doctors-predictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Canadiens Keys to a Successful 2026-27 Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you&rsquo;re the Montreal Canadiens, there are certain things you can&rsquo;t count on happening in 2026-27 that undeniably contributed to their successful 106-point season and eventual third-round finish.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-keys-to-a-successful-2026-27-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-keys-to-a-successful-2026-27-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Kent Hughes loves to disagree,' says Jeff Gorton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kent Hughes is an excellent general manager. There's plenty of evidence of this since he took the helm of the Montreal Canadiens; he's managed to turn a mediocre team into one of the best in the NHL, and most importantly, he's built what is likely the best-constructed team in the entire league.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-loves-to-disagree-says-jeff-gorton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-loves-to-disagree-says-jeff-gorton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj: He Could Face the Same Fate as His Brother]]></title><description><![CDATA[When will the Xhekaj brothers make their regular-season debut with the Montreal Canadiens? Florian Xhekaj is certainly impressing at training camp, and many are wondering if he should make the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-he-could-face-the-same-fate-as-his-brother/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 03:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-he-could-face-the-same-fate-as-his-brother/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JiC: 'Because he&rsquo;s returning to Michigan, Michael Hage is becoming a decoy']]></title><description><![CDATA[When Michael Hage announced that he was returning to Michigan for another season, it sparked a huge reaction, but it also surprised a lot of people. Montreal Canadiens fans are all really looking forward to seeing Hage in the Habs' uniform, and we all felt he was ready to make the jump.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jic-because-hersquos-returning-to-michigan-michael-hage-is-becoming-a-decoy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 02:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jic-because-hersquos-returning-to-michigan-michael-hage-is-becoming-a-decoy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeff Gorton: You Don’t Need a HUGE Defensive Lineup to Win the Stanley Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's often been said in recent years that you need a strong defense to win the Stanley Cup. The Panthers did it back-to-back with a pretty formidable blue line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jeff-gorton-you-dont-need-a-huge-defensive-lineup-to-win-the-stanley-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jeff-gorton-you-dont-need-a-huge-defensive-lineup-to-win-the-stanley-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We need to trade David Reinbacher, also known as Norman Flynn]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Reinbacher has been playing some great hockey lately. He's making his mark with the team he's familiar with, and that's a good thing because we know just how much he can help the Canadiens on the right side of the defense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/we-need-to-trade-david-reinbacher-also-known-as-norman-flynn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/we-need-to-trade-david-reinbacher-also-known-as-norman-flynn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expansion Draft: Jeff Gorton Unveils the Canadiens’ Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a few years, expansion seems inevitable in the NHL. When that happens, it will mark the first expansion draft since 2021, when the Seattle Kraken joined the National Hockey League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/expansion-draft-jeff-gorton-unveils-the-canadiens-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/expansion-draft-jeff-gorton-unveils-the-canadiens-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dobson, Danault + more Habs address the media at training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dobson, Danault + more Habs address the media at training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobson-danault-more-habs-address-the-media-at-training-camp-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dobson-danault-more-habs-address-the-media-at-training-camp-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Training: Here Are the Canadiens’ Special Units]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, during practice, the Canadiens worked on special teams. Naturally, you won't be surprised to learn that the five regular members of the first power-play unit were in their usual positions this morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/training-here-are-the-canadiens-special-units/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/training-here-are-the-canadiens-special-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kent Hughes would (really) like to complete a trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's that time of year when the Canadiens' management makes the rounds to visit media partners&mdash;or at least, outlets that the organization favors. That's how it goes at the end of every training camp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-would-really-like-to-complete-a-trade/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-would-really-like-to-complete-a-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insider: Oilers 'Drooling' Over Opportunity to Acquire Canadiens Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach is facing an uphill battle to crack the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; opening-night lineup, and the scrutiny on him this camp has been intense. The injury]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/insider-oilers-drooling-over-opportunity-to-acquire-canadiens-forward/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/insider-oilers-drooling-over-opportunity-to-acquire-canadiens-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle, Ivan Demidov, and Florian Xhekaj Attend Canadiens Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at club practice, there were a few things to keep an eye on. The first was Ivan Demidov's situation. We expected to see him take to the ice today (after a few days of treatment) because that's what had been announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-ivan-demidov-and-florian-xhekaj-attend-canadiens-practice/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-ivan-demidov-and-florian-xhekaj-attend-canadiens-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nikita Kucherov in Montreal: Jeff Mark Floats the Idea]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens want to take it to the next level. Could that happen with Kirill Marchenko, a client of Dan Milstein who wants to leave Columbus?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nikita-kucherov-in-montreal-jeff-mark-floats-the-idea/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nikita-kucherov-in-montreal-jeff-mark-floats-the-idea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Projections: The salary cap will be excessive in two years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Currently, the salary cap is $104 million. It is expected to rise to $113.5 million next year. And with the NHL becoming increasingly healthy, we can expect to see a salary cap in 2028&ndash;2029 that will be significantly higher&mdash;much to the delight of the players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/projections-the-salary-cap-will-be-excessive-in-two-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/projections-the-salary-cap-will-be-excessive-in-two-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Games to circle on this season’s NHL calendar]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NHL opens its 1,344-game regular-season schedule next week. The league's 32 teams will play 84 contests each &mdash; up from 82 &mdash; for the first time since the 1993-94 campaign following pared-down training camps.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/games-to-circle-on-this-seasons-nhl-calendar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/games-to-circle-on-this-seasons-nhl-calendar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adding Sandpaper: Kent Hughes Tones Down Expectations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Kent Hughes was on L&rsquo;Antichambre. For those who missed it, the Canadiens' GM discussed several topics with P.J. Stock and Luc Bellemare in an interview just a few days before the start of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/adding-sandpaper-kent-hughes-tones-down-expectations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/adding-sandpaper-kent-hughes-tones-down-expectations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owen Beck is starting to get the hang of the cassette]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owen Beck is starting to get the hang of it. For the past few years, the Canadiens' prospect has arrived at training camp with the same goal in mind. He wants to earn a spot on the Montreal roster, make the most of every opportunity, and convince the organization that he's ready to stay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-is-starting-to-get-the-hang-of-the-cassette/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-is-starting-to-get-the-hang-of-the-cassette/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dylan Larkin doesn’t seem willing to reconsider his stance on Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Dylan Larkin rumor seems to be fading more and more in Montreal. The former Red Wings captain's name has been linked to the Canadiens several times in recent weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-doesnt-seem-willing-to-reconsider-his-stance-on-montreal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dylan-larkin-doesnt-seem-willing-to-reconsider-his-stance-on-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach Opens Up: ‘Ive Been Through A Lot’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach showed some brutal honesty after the team held an intra-squad scrimmage at training camp on Thursday. When asked what he&rsquo;s learned from the ups and downs of his injury-plagued four seasons with Montreal Canadiens, a somewhat emotional Dach opened up to the assembled media scrum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-opens-up-ive-been-through-a-lot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 02:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-opens-up-ive-been-through-a-lot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luke Mittelstadt will get his chance this year, according to Renaud Lavoie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of the Canadiens' training camp, all eyes have been on players like David Reinbacher and Florian Xhekaj, but other players have gone unnoticed due to their lack of status.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/luke-mittelstadt-will-get-his-chance-this-year-according-to-renaud-lavoie/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/luke-mittelstadt-will-get-his-chance-this-year-according-to-renaud-lavoie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Trade Package for Kirill Marchenko — Would You Accept?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirill Marchenko&rsquo;s name refuses to leave the rumour mill. He&rsquo;s been linked to half the league all summer, but one team keeps popping up more than anyone else: the Montreal Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-trade-package-for-kirill-marchenko-would-you-accept/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-trade-package-for-kirill-marchenko-would-you-accept/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kent Hughes has quite a headache ahead of him between now and the end of training camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[The further along training camp goes, the more it becomes clear that the young players are performing well, while some veterans are struggling a bit. Kirby Dach is the best example of this.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-has-quite-a-headache-ahead-of-him-between-now-and-the-end-of-training-camp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-has-quite-a-headache-ahead-of-him-between-now-and-the-end-of-training-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Behind the scenes at 2026-27 Canadiens Media Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Behind the scenes at 2026-27 Canadiens Media Day]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/behind-the-scenes-at-2026-27-canadiens-media-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/behind-the-scenes-at-2026-27-canadiens-media-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I know who I am': Kirby Dach says he doesn&rsquo;t feel any extra pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[What do you think of Kirby Dach&rsquo;s camp? Good? So-so? Terrible? I'm kind of torn between &ldquo;so-so&rdquo; and &ldquo;lousy,&rdquo; personally. He hasn't shown anything spectacular so far&hellip; and let's just say it's hard to defend him because we're not necessarily seeing the Kirby Dach we should be seeing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-know-who-i-am-kirby-dach-says-he-doesnrsquot-feel-any-extra-pressure/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-know-who-i-am-kirby-dach-says-he-doesnrsquot-feel-any-extra-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens are interested in Mark Scheifele]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everything points to Oliver Kapanen starting the season as the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; second-line center. I know, I know&hellip; It's not necessarily the ideal scenario.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-interested-in-mark-scheifele/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-interested-in-mark-scheifele/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Camp Notes: Ivan Demidov Out Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the second day in a row, forward Ivan Demidov had a therapy day and wasn&rsquo;t on the ice at Montreal Canadiens training camp. Demidov was replaced by Kirby Dach on his line with Oliver Kapanen and Juraj Slafkovsky during Thursday&rsquo;s on-ice session.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-camp-notes-ivan-demidov-out-again/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-camp-notes-ivan-demidov-out-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intra-team match: Caufield on fire, a tough game for Monty… and one player who went unnoticed]]></title><description><![CDATA[I was in Brossard this morning for the intra-squad game at the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; training camp. Let's talk about it! Some guys played well, others were invisible&hellip; and I'd like to share my personal observations with you.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/intra-team-match-caufield-on-fire-a-tough-game-for-monty-and-one-player-who-went-unnoticed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/intra-team-match-caufield-on-fire-a-tough-game-for-monty-and-one-player-who-went-unnoticed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Can’t Afford to Rush Ivan Demidov]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nothing&rsquo;s quite like a young player getting hit in the foot by a puck and suddenly making everyone in hockey an amateur doctor. Ivan Demidov took a shot to the foot in Monday&rsquo;s preseason game, and now he&rsquo;s taken a second day of maintenance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-cant-afford-to-rush-ivan-demidov/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-cant-afford-to-rush-ivan-demidov/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov is expected to skate tomorrow]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, Ivan Demidov was (once again) absent from practice. He didn't train with the rest of his teammates, nor did he participate in the intra-squad game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-is-expected-to-skate-tomorrow/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-is-expected-to-skate-tomorrow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intrasquad scrimmage at Habs training camp | LIVE GAME]]></title><description><![CDATA[Intrasquad scrimmage at Habs training camp | LIVE GAME]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/intrasquad-scrimmage-at-habs-training-camp-live-game/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/intrasquad-scrimmage-at-habs-training-camp-live-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Martin St-Louis Uses Instagram to Improve Himself]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis is a modern coach. He isn't just a carbon copy of the coaches who led him 20 years ago. He's taken elements from his former coaches, but he's also learned to work with the younger generation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/how-martin-st-louis-uses-instagram-to-improve-himself/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/how-martin-st-louis-uses-instagram-to-improve-himself/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Practice: Kirby Dach also had a message]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another day of training camp has begun in Brossard. And it's going to be a busy one. Before the intra-squad game, we noticed that Ivan Demidov was still absent from practice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-kirby-dach-also-had-a-message/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-kirby-dach-also-had-a-message/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj and Owen Beck with the LAH team | Ivan Demidov (once again) absent]]></title><description><![CDATA[What&rsquo;s happening in Brossard? There's a practice this morning. All the players at camp are on the ice at the same time since the players from both groups are each using one rink.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-and-owen-beck-with-the-lah-team-ivan-demidov-once-again-absent/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-and-owen-beck-with-the-lah-team-ivan-demidov-once-again-absent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[98.5 FM: Tony Marinaro will host his postgame show on Saturdays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ever since he left BPM Sports, Tony Marinaro hasn't stopped producing content in French. He's kept his column at TVA Sports, but has also added a French version to his podcast, The Sick Podcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/985-fm-tony-marinaro-will-host-his-postgame-show-on-saturdays/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/985-fm-tony-marinaro-will-host-his-postgame-show-on-saturdays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whatever Happened to ex-Canadiens Alex Galchenyuk?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens once had a pretty exciting young player. Alex Galchenyuk went third overall in the 2012 NHL Draft, and pretty quickly it became clear why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/whatever-happened-to-ex-canadiens-alex-galchenyuk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/whatever-happened-to-ex-canadiens-alex-galchenyuk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Canadiens owner George Gillett Jr. passes away at 87]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former majority owner of the Montreal Canadiens, George Gillett Jr. passed away at age 87, the hockey club confirmed on Wednesday.&nbsp; Gillett owned a majority stake in the hockey club from Jan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-canadiens-owner-george-gillett-jr-passes-away-at-87/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-canadiens-owner-george-gillett-jr-passes-away-at-87/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider can speak Russian]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is a man of many talents. He knows how to score goals, he's great at deflecting shots on the ice&hellip; but it doesn't stop there. The American also has a trick up his sleeve: he knows how to speak Russian.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-can-speak-russian/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-can-speak-russian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Montreal Canadiens owner George Gillett Jr. dies at 87]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Gillett Jr. bought the Bell Centre (then Molson Centre) and a majority stake in the Canadiens for $275 million on Jan. 31, 2001.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-owner-george-gillett-jr-dies-at-87/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-owner-george-gillett-jr-dies-at-87/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: David Reinbacher Perfect Partner For Lane Hutson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Could Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Reinbacher become the perfect partner for their superstar defenseman Lane Hutson? Ever since the Canadiens drafted Reinbacher fifth overall in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, they&rsquo;ve viewed him as the perfect partner to complement Lane Hutson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-david-reinbacher-perfect-partner-for-lane-hutson/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-david-reinbacher-perfect-partner-for-lane-hutson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kucherov to Montreal? A Wild Scenario That Could Suddenly Be Real]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are quietly sitting in one of the strongest cap positions in the NHL. While other teams are scrambling to survive the post&ndash;Leo Carlsson contract boom, the Habs already have their core locked into smart, team&#8209;friendly deals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kucherov-to-montreal-a-wild-scenario-that-could-suddenly-be-real/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kucherov-to-montreal-a-wild-scenario-that-could-suddenly-be-real/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He&rsquo;s having a great camp': Martin St-Louis sings Samuel Montembeault&rsquo;s praises]]></title><description><![CDATA[What will the Canadiens do with their goalies between now and next week? Good question. We know the team doesn't want to start the season with three goalies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hersquos-having-a-great-camp-martin-st-louis-sings-samuel-montembeaultrsquos-praises/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hersquos-having-a-great-camp-martin-st-louis-sings-samuel-montembeaultrsquos-praises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirby Dach: 'The more time goes by, the more he looks like Jonathan Drouin']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kirby Dach had a job to do. Just one. He had to show up at the Canadiens' training camp and prove that he was ready to take things seriously. He should have been one of those guys who takes it on the chin at camp because he has something to prove.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-the-more-time-goes-by-the-more-he-looks-like-jonathan-drouin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirby-dach-the-more-time-goes-by-the-more-he-looks-like-jonathan-drouin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis’s message to Florian Xhekaj]]></title><description><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj is having a good training camp. And I think we can all agree that this isn't exactly a well-kept secret around town. Josh Anderson put it well: Florian is doing everything he can to stand out on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louiss-message-to-florian-xhekaj/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louiss-message-to-florian-xhekaj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hutson, F. Xhekaj + more Habs address the media at training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hutson, F. Xhekaj + more Habs address the media at training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hutson-f-xhekaj-more-habs-address-the-media-at-training-camp-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hutson-f-xhekaj-more-habs-address-the-media-at-training-camp-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis Comments on Ivan Demidov’s Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, there was plenty of action in Brossard. First off, the new groups caught everyone's attention. The Canadiens really drew a line in the sand by dividing the groups into those who have a shot at making the team and those who don't.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-comments-on-ivan-demidovs-health/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-comments-on-ivan-demidovs-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHLers reflect league’s cash-infused off-season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leo Carlsson was in the car with his dad when the phone rang.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhlers-reflect-leagues-cash-infused-off-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhlers-reflect-leagues-cash-infused-off-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj &amp; Reinbacher Are Forcing the Canadiens Into Tough Decisions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Training camp is supposed to answer questions for NHL teams, but sometimes it creates even more of them. That may be exactly what is happening for the Montreal Canadiens with Florian Xhekaj and David Reinbacher.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-amp-reinbacher-are-forcing-the-canadiens-into-tough-decisions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-amp-reinbacher-are-forcing-the-canadiens-into-tough-decisions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insider Connects Nikita Kucherov to Montreal Amid Contract Uncertainty]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s often very loud when a superstar in the NHL is heading into the final year of their contract with the potential to hit free agency at season&rsquo;s end, yet that hasn&rsquo;t necessarily been the case thus far with Nikita Kucherov.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/insider-connects-nikita-kucherov-to-montreal-amid-contract-uncertainty/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/insider-connects-nikita-kucherov-to-montreal-amid-contract-uncertainty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Practice: New groupings that speak volumes about the Canadiens’ intentions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens shuffled their groups this morning. Basically, Group A has 14 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goaltenders. Kaiden Guhle (injured) and Ivan Demidov (absent from today's practice) are not in the mix.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-new-groupings-that-speak-volumes-about-the-canadiens-intentions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-new-groupings-that-speak-volumes-about-the-canadiens-intentions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov Misses Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a day off yesterday, the Canadiens players were back on the ice to continue training camp 2026. What stands out is that, for the second day this week, Kaiden Guhle took to the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-misses-practice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidov-misses-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Logan Cooley is really into Ivan Demidov and Lane Hutson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Logan Cooley turned a few heads&mdash;including that of our reporter Patrick Guillet&mdash;this summer in Brossard. The Mammoth center, who was in Montreal to shoot a commercial for CCM, took the opportunity to lace up his skates alongside Ivan Demidov.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/logan-cooley-is-really-into-ivan-demidov-and-lane-hutson/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/logan-cooley-is-really-into-ivan-demidov-and-lane-hutson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagrange: Prospects Changing Roster For Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have reached the stage of their rebuild where smart drafting, trades and free agent signings have their top prospects challenging to steal lineup spots from some veteran players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lagrange-prospects-changing-roster-for-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lagrange-prospects-changing-roster-for-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj has a serious problem: his own brother]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj has never had the Canadiens' full confidence. You can feel it. You can see it. The defenseman, who is benched more often than the others, always finds himself in the same situation with the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-has-a-serious-problem-his-own-brother/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-has-a-serious-problem-his-own-brother/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH is still trying to trade Samuel Montembeault (but doesn’t want Connor Hellebuyck)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens spent the summer trying to trade Samuel Montembeault. They didn't succeed. Since the Quebec native is having a strong training camp and the Canadiens don't want to lose him in the waivers, I expect him to make the team (until proven otherwise) when the regular season begins next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-is-still-trying-to-trade-samuel-montembeault-but-doesnt-want-connor-hellebuyck/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-is-still-trying-to-trade-samuel-montembeault-but-doesnt-want-connor-hellebuyck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Next destination: Patrik Laine is said to be picky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine still doesn't have a contract lined up for the upcoming season. And with a week to go before the season opener, it's safe to assume his season won't start in September like everyone else's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/next-destination-patrik-laine-is-said-to-be-picky/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/next-destination-patrik-laine-is-said-to-be-picky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher: There is a strong need for him to fill a position]]></title><description><![CDATA[Things have been going really well for David Reinbacher since the start of the Canadiens' training camp. The defenseman, who is looking to secure a full-time spot in the NHL, is one of the players who has stood out the most after two nights of preseason games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-there-is-a-strong-need-for-him-to-fill-a-position/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 02:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-there-is-a-strong-need-for-him-to-fill-a-position/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj: Anthony Martineau sees him starting on the third line]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the big questions of this training camp is whether Florian Xhekaj will start the season in Montreal. It's not that he doesn't deserve it, but there are a lot of forwards on the team, and it will be tough for him to earn a spot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-anthony-martineau-sees-him-starting-on-the-third-line/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-anthony-martineau-sees-him-starting-on-the-third-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Montreal Canadiens Should Keep ‘Kid Line’ Together]]></title><description><![CDATA[Until they can either acquire a second line center or top prospect Michael Hage arrives, the Montreal Canadiens may just have the right mix for a second line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-montreal-canadiens-should-keep-kid-line-together/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-montreal-canadiens-should-keep-kid-line-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It&rsquo;s not impossible that McDavid could end up in Montreal']]></title><description><![CDATA[As we've known and said for a long time, the Canadiens have offered their players very good contracts, making them one of the teams with the most payroll flexibility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/itrsquos-not-impossible-that-mcdavid-could-end-up-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/itrsquos-not-impossible-that-mcdavid-could-end-up-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derek Lalonde and How His Arrival Has Helped the Penalty Kill]]></title><description><![CDATA[The addition of Derek Lalonde to the Canadiens' coaching staff this summer may have gone somewhat unnoticed. We were expecting a big move from Kent Hughes and wanted to see the Habs' GM land a big-name player, but&hellip; it didn't happen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/derek-lalonde-and-how-his-arrival-has-helped-the-penalty-kill/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/derek-lalonde-and-how-his-arrival-has-helped-the-penalty-kill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHL Source: Canadiens Not Interested In Connor Hellebuyck]]></title><description><![CDATA[While it won&rsquo;t come as a surprise to most, an NHL source has confirmed to TheSickPodcast.com, that the Montreal Canadiens have not expressed any interest in Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhl-source-canadiens-not-interested-in-connor-hellebuyck/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhl-source-canadiens-not-interested-in-connor-hellebuyck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Love Triangle in Montreal: Imagine If Jordan Binnington Were There]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday's game highlighted a reality within the Habs' camp: the role of young players on the Canadiens. Whether it's Florian Xhekaj or David Reinbacher, we're seeing young players pushing the veterans from behind right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-love-triangle-in-montreal-imagine-if-jordan-binnington-were-there/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-love-triangle-in-montreal-imagine-if-jordan-binnington-were-there/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj, Kirby Dach, Reinbacher: Meritocracy Put to the Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Training camp is (very short) this year. The players have only about ten days to prove to management that they deserve to start the season in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-kirby-dach-reinbacher-meritocracy-put-to-the-test/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-kirby-dach-reinbacher-meritocracy-put-to-the-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s a good thing David Reinbacher doesn’t play for Rod Brind’Amour]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's a good thing David Reinbacher doesn't play for Rod Brind'Amour. Why do I say that? Because the Carolina Hurricanes' coach doesn't believe preseason games matter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-a-good-thing-david-reinbacher-doesnt-play-for-rod-brindamour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-a-good-thing-david-reinbacher-doesnt-play-for-rod-brindamour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[There are still rumors of a trade involving Kirby Dach: Florian Xhekaj has caught on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you enjoy last night's game in Trois-Rivi&egrave;res? The Canadiens won 3-2 in overtime against the Sens. And several key Canadiens players stepped up during the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/there-are-still-rumors-of-a-trade-involving-kirby-dach-florian-xhekaj-has-caught-on/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/there-are-still-rumors-of-a-trade-involving-kirby-dach-florian-xhekaj-has-caught-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield Secures Another Overtime Win for the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[After two wins against the Leafs on Saturday, the Habs were back in action tonight in Trois-Rivi&egrave;res. They faced the Senators and tried to remain undefeated in preseason play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-secures-another-overtime-win-for-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-secures-another-overtime-win-for-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hutson-Reinbacher: The Perfect Pair on Paper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lane Hutson is having a great training camp. Are you surprised? It's a bit more surprising in David Reinbacher's case, but he's set to start the season in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hutson-reinbacher-the-perfect-pair-on-paper/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hutson-reinbacher-the-perfect-pair-on-paper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michigan is preparing Michael Hage to be an impact player this season in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michigan has quite the team this season. This team's goal for the season: to win the Frozen Four&mdash;nothing less. In addition to Michael Hage, of course, Landon DuPoint, J.P.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michigan-is-preparing-michael-hage-to-be-an-impact-player-this-season-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michigan-is-preparing-michael-hage-to-be-an-impact-player-this-season-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It&rsquo;ll be the Montembeault of two years ago': Tony Marinaro still believes in the goalie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the Canadiens brought a strong lineup with them to Trois-Rivi&egrave;res. Most of the players who will take the ice have already secured a spot on the roster for next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/itrsquoll-be-the-montembeault-of-two-years-ago-tony-marinaro-still-believes-in-the-goalie/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/itrsquoll-be-the-montembeault-of-two-years-ago-tony-marinaro-still-believes-in-the-goalie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Florian Xhekaj Could Make Things Difficult For Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may be early in training camp, but Montreal Canadiens forward prospect Florian Xhekaj has been one of the biggest standouts. If he continues to play this well, he might force management&rsquo;s hand into giving him a spot on the opening night roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-florian-xhekaj-could-make-things-difficult-for-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-florian-xhekaj-could-make-things-difficult-for-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here&rsquo;s why Kreider didn&rsquo;t 'steal' Slaf&rsquo;s spot on the first line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider didn&rsquo;t steal Juraj Slafkovsky&rsquo;s spot on the Canadiens&rsquo; top line. Because, in reality&hellip; the Habs had planned to move Slaf down to the second line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/herersquos-why-kreider-didnrsquot-steal-slafrsquos-spot-on-the-first-line/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/herersquos-why-kreider-didnrsquot-steal-slafrsquos-spot-on-the-first-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which Canadiens Prospects Have the Best Chance of Making the Roster?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Training camp for the Montreal Canadiens began on Wednesday, Sept. 16. The Canadiens are hosting 57 players&nbsp;for their 2026-2027 training camp. This roster features 31 forwards, 19 defensemen, and seven goaltenders.&nbsp; All&nbsp;players in this group are either&nbsp;under contract with the Canadiens or&nbsp;their AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/which-canadiens-prospects-have-the-best-chance-of-making-the-roster/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/which-canadiens-prospects-have-the-best-chance-of-making-the-roster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Blais changes his tune: He says he would have liked to stay with the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, Samuel Blais took a jab at the Canadiens. He said he didn't like being sent to Laval by the Montreal club during the season because he felt he had performed better than other players on the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-blais-changes-his-tune-he-says-he-would-have-liked-to-stay-with-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-blais-changes-his-tune-he-says-he-would-have-liked-to-stay-with-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens May Have Found the Trick Nobody Talks About]]></title><description><![CDATA[Something interesting is happening in Montreal, and it has less to do with any one player than with how the Canadiens are putting it all together. A recent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-may-have-found-the-trick-nobody-talks-about/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-may-have-found-the-trick-nobody-talks-about/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connor Hellebuyck to Montreal? It’s Not as Crazy as It Sounds.]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Connor Hellebuyck trade saga has taken another interesting turn, and this time the Montreal Canadiens have entered the conversation. According to Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun, the idea that Hellebuyck wants to leave Canada altogether is inaccurate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/connor-hellebuyck-to-montreal-its-not-as-crazy-as-it-sounds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/connor-hellebuyck-to-montreal-its-not-as-crazy-as-it-sounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Newhook and David Reinbacher have a big audition tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your lineups for tonight's Canadiens game are now available. Now that we know who will be playing in tonight's game against the Senators in Trois-Rivi&egrave;res, we also know who will be lining up with whom in front of the fans in the Mauricie region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhook-and-david-reinbacher-have-a-big-audition-tonight/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhook-and-david-reinbacher-have-a-big-audition-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goalie #2: Samuel Montembeault appears to have edged out Jacob Fowler]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people ask me to make a prediction, I always ask myself: Would you bet $1,000 on that? Will the Canadiens make the playoffs in 2026? Since I'd be willing to bet $1,000 on &ldquo;yes,&rdquo; I'll go ahead and predict that they will.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/goalie-2-samuel-montembeault-appears-to-have-edged-out-jacob-fowler/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/goalie-2-samuel-montembeault-appears-to-have-edged-out-jacob-fowler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is not in Trois-Rivières]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens will play in Trois-Rivi&egrave;res tonight. Several regulars will have the chance to play in front of the fans in the Mauricie region, and the Canadiens have just confirmed the names of the players who made the trip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-is-not-in-trois-rivires/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-is-not-in-trois-rivires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Should Pursue the Hurricanes’ Young Defenceman Alexander Nikishin]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens already have one of the most talented young blue lines in the NHL, but that should not stop Kent Hughes from looking for opportunities to make it even better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-should-pursue-the-hurricanes-young-defenceman-alexander-nikishin/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-should-pursue-the-hurricanes-young-defenceman-alexander-nikishin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle, Alexandre Carrier, and Jake Evans are skating on their own before practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Canadiens players who are set to play in Trois-Rivi&egrave;res are already in the Mauricie region. But that doesn't mean there's nothing going on in Brossard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-alexandre-carrier-and-jake-evans-are-skating-on-their-own-before-practice/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-alexandre-carrier-and-jake-evans-are-skating-on-their-own-before-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault: 'I wouldn&rsquo;t say it&rsquo;s certain he&rsquo;s going to leave']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have three goaltenders at training camp vying for one of the two available spots on the team. But everyone knows the situation: Kent Hughes doesn't want a three-way race to start the season, and one of them will have to be cut from the 23-man roster next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-i-wouldnrsquot-say-itrsquos-certain-hersquos-going-to-leave/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-i-wouldnrsquot-say-itrsquos-certain-hersquos-going-to-leave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A look at some of the NHLers changing addresses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NHL off-season saw some significant names switch teams. A veteran head coach, meanwhile, is back in the spotlight. The Canadian Press takes a look at some of the notable changes to postal codes ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-look-at-some-of-the-nhlers-changing-addresses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-look-at-some-of-the-nhlers-changing-addresses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis and Kent Hughes look back on Jeff Gorton&rsquo;s 'meltdown']]></title><description><![CDATA[The scene had caused a stir. In La Reconstruction, viewers saw Jeff Gorton lose his patience in the coaches' office after a Canadiens game. Let's just say the president of hockey operations wasn't exactly eager to hide his displeasure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-and-kent-hughes-look-back-on-jeff-gortonrsquos-meltdown/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-and-kent-hughes-look-back-on-jeff-gortonrsquos-meltdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jayden Struble Could Already Be Slipping in the Habs’ pecking order]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle&rsquo;s injury should have made things easier for Jayden Struble heading into the start of the season. However, after his first preseason game, his spot on the roster is far from guaranteed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jayden-struble-could-already-be-slipping-in-the-habs-pecking-order/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 02:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jayden-struble-could-already-be-slipping-in-the-habs-pecking-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maybe We Were Too Quick to Write Off Sam Montembeault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Remember all the chatter about Samuel Montembeault being done in Montreal? Losing the starting job, then losing the backup job too, basically getting written off as a guy the Canadiens would just try to quietly move before the season even started?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maybe-we-were-too-quick-to-write-off-sam-montembeault/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maybe-we-were-too-quick-to-write-off-sam-montembeault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vinzenz Rohrer is off to a strong start to the season with EV Zug]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to the Montreal Canadiens' prospects, Vinzenz Rohrer rarely comes to mind. The Austrian forward has never been labeled a top-6 prospect, but he certainly has talent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/vinzenz-rohrer-is-off-to-a-strong-start-to-the-season-with-ev-zug/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/vinzenz-rohrer-is-off-to-a-strong-start-to-the-season-with-ev-zug/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vincent Damphousse: 'Martin St-Louis is the best head coach in the NHL']]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis has faced some criticism for certain decisions since his arrival in Montreal. However, the Quebec-born head coach is a quick learner and is obviously gaining experience over the years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/vincent-damphousse-martin-st-louis-is-the-best-head-coach-in-the-nhl/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/vincent-damphousse-martin-st-louis-is-the-best-head-coach-in-the-nhl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider’s Confused Reaction to Canadiens Tradition Goes Viral For All the Right Reasons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider&lsquo;s move to Montreal has already produced one of the more amusing moments of training camp, as the veteran winger found himself swept up in the Canadiens&rsquo; now-famous &ldquo;power of friendship&rdquo; celebration &mdash; looking visibly unsure of what exactly was happening around him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreiders-confused-reaction-to-canadiens-tradition-goes-viral-for-all-the-right-reasons/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreiders-confused-reaction-to-canadiens-tradition-goes-viral-for-all-the-right-reasons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher is having a great training camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Reinbacher is certainly one of the most closely watched players&mdash;if not the most closely watched player&mdash;at the Montreal Canadiens' training camp. We know there's a need on the Habs' blue line, and Reinbacher would be a perfect fit, especially if he can play more physically.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-is-having-a-great-training-camp/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-is-having-a-great-training-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault addresses the media at training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault addresses the media at training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-addresses-the-media-at-training-camp-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-addresses-the-media-at-training-camp-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens: A Weak Lineup Is Expected in Trois-Rivières]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NHL has introduced a new preseason rule that's a game-changer for NHL regulars. Players who have played at least 100 career games will be limited to a maximum of two preseason games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-a-weak-lineup-is-expected-in-trois-rivires/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-a-weak-lineup-is-expected-in-trois-rivires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexandre Carrier and Jake Evans were absent from practice today]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, there's an early morning practice for Group A and Group B. After two great wins in one night against the Toronto Maple Leafs, there were certainly plenty of smiles, but it's important to stay focused.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-and-jake-evans-were-absent-from-practice-today/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexandre-carrier-and-jake-evans-were-absent-from-practice-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider joins the circle of friendship #NHL #Friends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider joins the circle of friendship #NHL #Friends]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-joins-the-circle-of-friendship-nhl-friends/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-joins-the-circle-of-friendship-nhl-friends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens Surprises Thus Far]]></title><description><![CDATA[The week&rsquo;s hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without the sugar-coating and with little concern for bruised feelings. The Montreal Canadiens training camp is well underway, and the Canadiens played their first two games last night, taking on the Toronto Maple Leafs in a split-squad doubleheader.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-surprises-thus-far/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-surprises-thus-far/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['If Demidov keeps playing like he did on Saturday, he&rsquo;ll be practically unstoppable.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Among the players who stood out last night were David Reinbacher, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson, and Luke Mittelstadt. We shouldn't be too quick to forget Ivan Demidov, who scored a goal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-demidov-keeps-playing-like-he-did-on-saturday-hersquoll-be-practically-unstoppable/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-demidov-keeps-playing-like-he-did-on-saturday-hersquoll-be-practically-unstoppable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kreider seems lost; Reinbacher is set to start in Montreal—and why not Mittelstadt?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We shouldn&rsquo;t jump to conclusions&mdash;the CH has only played two preseason games. But with the shortened preseason schedule, big decisions will have to be made quickly, and it's interesting to note the progress some players are making.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-seems-lost-reinbacher-is-set-to-start-in-montrealand-why-not-mittelstadt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-seems-lost-reinbacher-is-set-to-start-in-montrealand-why-not-mittelstadt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber watched Florian’s fight from the penalty box… on his cell phone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, the CH won both of their games against the Leafs. Two great wins, even though the Xhekaj brothers were on different teams. Arber was in Montreal and Florian was in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-watched-florians-fight-from-the-penalty-box-on-his-cell-phone/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-watched-florians-fight-from-the-penalty-box-on-his-cell-phone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newhook, Carrier + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newhook, Carrier + more Habs address the media at practice | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/newhook-carrier-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/newhook-carrier-more-habs-address-the-media-at-practice-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Aren’t Chasing Last Year. They’re Building on It]]></title><description><![CDATA[After making it to the Eastern Conference Final last season, it&rsquo;s pretty easy to look at the Montreal Canadiens and say, &ldquo;Well, now they have to win the Stanley Cup.&rdquo; Perhaps, but also perhaps not.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-arent-chasing-last-year-theyre-building-on-it/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-arent-chasing-last-year-theyre-building-on-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens won both games of their doubleheader]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens are finally back. To kick off their preseason schedule, the Habs played not one, but two simultaneous games against the Maple Leafs with a split squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-won-both-games-of-their-doubleheader/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-won-both-games-of-their-doubleheader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens top Maple Leafs in McKenna’s pro debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maksymilian Szuber scored the winner in the third period as the undermanned Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 in a split-squad game on the first night of the NHL's pre-season schedule Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-top-maple-leafs-in-mckennas-pro-debut/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-top-maple-leafs-in-mckennas-pro-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens' Jacob Fowler Is Taking Away One More Doubt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler has drawn a lot of attention this summer, and most of it has been pretty positive. The Montreal Canadiens goalie has been sitting near the top of prospect lists, and after getting a taste of the NHL last season, it is not hard to understand why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-is-taking-away-one-more-doubt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-jacob-fowler-is-taking-away-one-more-doubt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider receives a warm welcome from the crowd at the Bell Centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finally, some hockey! Fans are in for not one, but two games, as the Canadiens play two simultaneous split-squad games against the Maple Leafs&mdash;one in Montreal and one in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-receives-a-warm-welcome-from-the-crowd-at-the-bell-centre/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-receives-a-warm-welcome-from-the-crowd-at-the-bell-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine with the Red Wings: Pierre LeBrun Discusses the Idea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine still has no contract in sight for the 2026-27 season. Reminder: the season starts in&hellip; 10 days. This means that, now more than ever, we should expect Laine not to be ready for the start of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-with-the-red-wings-pierre-lebrun-discusses-the-idea/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-with-the-red-wings-pierre-lebrun-discusses-the-idea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOR-MTL: Martin St-Louis' pregame media op | FULL PRESS CONFERENCE]]></title><description><![CDATA[TOR-MTL: Martin St-Louis' pregame media op | FULL PRESS CONFERENCE]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tor-mtl-martin-st-louis-pregame-media-op-full-press-conference/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/tor-mtl-martin-st-louis-pregame-media-op-full-press-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slafkovsky Praises Kapanen, Kreider Is Looking Forward to Tonight, and the Plan for the Goaltenders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of training camp, Juraj Slafkovsk&yacute; has been playing on the second line. The Slovak, who saw Chris Kreider take his spot on the first line, is now playing alongside Ivan Demidov and Oliver Kapanen on the second.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/slafkovsky-praises-kapanen-kreider-is-looking-forward-to-tonight-and-the-plan-for-the-goaltenders/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/slafkovsky-praises-kapanen-kreider-is-looking-forward-to-tonight-and-the-plan-for-the-goaltenders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Réjean Tremblay agrees that the CH will win the Cup in 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[A few days ago, Dan Rosen of NHL.com made a bold prediction: the Canadiens will win the Stanley Cup in 2027. This prediction might not be as bold as one might think, since R&eacute;jean Tremblay&mdash;who, by his own account, isn't a fan but rather a professional&mdash;believes the same thing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rjean-tremblay-agrees-that-the-ch-will-win-the-cup-in-2027/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rjean-tremblay-agrees-that-the-ch-will-win-the-cup-in-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happens to the Habs' broken hockey sticks? #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[What happens to the Habs' broken hockey sticks? #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-happens-to-the-habs-broken-hockey-sticks-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-happens-to-the-habs-broken-hockey-sticks-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maple Leafs: Here’s who will face the Canadiens in Montreal and Toronto tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today marks the start of the Canadiens' preseason schedule. Are you excited? To mark the occasion, we'll be treated to not one, but two games. Remember that at 7 p.m., the Habs will face the Maple Leafs in Montreal&hellip; and also in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maple-leafs-heres-who-will-face-the-canadiens-in-montreal-and-toronto-tonight/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/maple-leafs-heres-who-will-face-the-canadiens-in-montreal-and-toronto-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Revisiting the Canadiens’ Marco Scandella Trades]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Marco Scandella in January 2020, it looked like a relatively minor move involving a veteran defenseman. More than six years later, however, the sequence of transactions surrounding Scandella is still having an impact on the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/revisiting-the-canadiens-marco-scandella-trades/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/revisiting-the-canadiens-marco-scandella-trades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Window Seems Open For David Reinbacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens prospect David Reinbacher has a prime opportunity to make the team&rsquo;s blueline straight out of camp. While the news earlier this week]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-window-seems-open-for-david-reinbacher/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-window-seems-open-for-david-reinbacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis could become the best coach in Habs history, according to Geneviève Tardif]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis is an excellent coach&mdash;there's no denying it. He ranks fifth among coaches with the longest tenure with the same team. This also shows that there's a lot of turnover among head coaches in the NHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-could-become-the-best-coach-in-habs-history-according-to-genevive-tardif/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-could-become-the-best-coach-in-habs-history-according-to-genevive-tardif/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['David Reinbacher needs to be tougher.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Many are wondering if David Reinbacher will make the big team this season. And I'm not talking about two or three games, but rather a regular role on the roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-needs-to-be-tougher/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-needs-to-be-tougher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I think this is Phillip Danault&rsquo;s last season in Montreal.']]></title><description><![CDATA[Phillip Danault&rsquo;s glory days are behind him. He has served the Montreal Canadiens and the Los Angeles Kings well, but he still brings something valuable to the Habs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-think-this-is-phillip-danaultrsquos-last-season-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 03:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-think-this-is-phillip-danaultrsquos-last-season-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler has grown up this summer (and that’s great news)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler is, in the eyes of many, the NHL's top prospect in goal. All summer long, he has topped many experts' rankings. Seeing him hold his own at age 21 in the Bettman league last year helped cement that status.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-has-grown-up-this-summer-and-thats-great-news/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jacob-fowler-has-grown-up-this-summer-and-thats-great-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Camp Notes: Florian Xhekaj Standing Out]]></title><description><![CDATA[The lines and defensive pairings remained the same for the Montreal Canadiens on Friday but one player who stood out was forward Florian Xhekaj. On Friday, the younger Xhekaj, who continued to skate alongside Phillip Danault and Josh Anderson, was all over the ice during the Team B scrimmage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-camp-notes-florian-xhekaj-standing-out/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-camp-notes-florian-xhekaj-standing-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault 'thinks' he&rsquo;s still part of the CH&rsquo;s plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault is likely one of the Habs players under the closest scrutiny at the team's current training camp. The goaltender, whom many people expected to leave this summer, is still in town at the moment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-thinks-hersquos-still-part-of-the-chrsquos-plans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-thinks-hersquos-still-part-of-the-chrsquos-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider’s Role on Special Teams: Martin St-Louis Dropped Some Hints]]></title><description><![CDATA[What will Chris Kreider's role on special teams look like? We've asked ourselves that question, and it's a valid one&hellip; because we know he's good on the power play and can also be useful on the penalty kill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreiders-role-on-special-teams-martin-st-louis-dropped-some-hints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreiders-role-on-special-teams-martin-st-louis-dropped-some-hints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj wants to create the 'Demolition Line' with Josh Anderson and his brother]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of training camp, Florian Xhekaj has been paired with Josh Anderson. It's been a rather&hellip; unique experience.&nbsp; This morning, after Group B's practice, Florian was asked what it would mean to him to play alongside his brother&mdash;if Arber were ever moved to the offense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-wants-to-create-the-demolition-line-with-josh-anderson-and-his-brother/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-wants-to-create-the-demolition-line-with-josh-anderson-and-his-brother/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis addresses the media at training camp | PRESS CONFERENCE]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis addresses the media at training camp | PRESS CONFERENCE]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-addresses-the-media-at-training-camp-press-conference/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-addresses-the-media-at-training-camp-press-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['You&rsquo;ll see this weekend': David Reinbacher sends a clear message]]></title><description><![CDATA[How is David Reinbacher feeling right now, with training camp opening for the Montreal Canadiens? Good. Very good, in fact, if his most recent comments are any indication.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/yoursquoll-see-this-weekend-david-reinbacher-sends-a-clear-message/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/yoursquoll-see-this-weekend-david-reinbacher-sends-a-clear-message/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dach, Newhook + other Habs address the media at training camp | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dach, Newhook + other Habs address the media at training camp | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dach-newhook-other-habs-address-the-media-at-training-camp-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/dach-newhook-other-habs-address-the-media-at-training-camp-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More proof that Martin St-Louis loves Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider chose the Canadiens. Why? There are several reasons, of course. The fact that the Canadiens are a good (Eastern Conference) team is one of the most important factors to consider in this decision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/more-proof-that-martin-st-louis-loves-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/more-proof-that-martin-st-louis-loves-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj has a real chance at the camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[What should we make of the Group B lines during practice? Let's be honest: they aren't as easy to analyze as Group A's lines might be. Chris Kreider is on the first line, and no one doubts that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-has-a-real-chance-at-the-camp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-has-a-real-chance-at-the-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kreider or Killorn: The Decision That Sent the American to Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton were set to begin training camp without having added a single NHL-caliber player to their roster&hellip; until the day the Ducks placed Chris Kreider on waivers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-or-killorn-the-decision-that-sent-the-american-to-montreal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-or-killorn-the-decision-that-sent-the-american-to-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault will be the first player traded this season, according to Frank Seravalli]]></title><description><![CDATA[Things can change quickly in the NHL. As Frank Seravalli mentioned on Jason Gregor's podcast yesterday, Samuel Montembeault has quickly gone from a goaltender who represented Canada at the Four Nations Tournament to one who is in danger of leaving the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-will-be-the-first-player-traded-this-season-according-to-frank-seravalli/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-will-be-the-first-player-traded-this-season-according-to-frank-seravalli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Canadiens who could be traded before opening night]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have reached an interesting point in their rebuild. For years, the organization was focused on accumulating young talent, draft picks and opportunities for players to prove themselves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-canadiens-who-could-be-traded-before-opening-night/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-canadiens-who-could-be-traded-before-opening-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Canadiens Who Could Be Traded Before Opening Night]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have reached an interesting point in their rebuild. For years, the organization was focused on accumulating young talent, draft picks and opportunities for players to prove themselves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-who-could-be-traded-before-opening-night/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-who-could-be-traded-before-opening-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Blais Takes a Swipe at the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Blais hasn&rsquo;t always had it easy in Montreal. He was first placed on waivers after the 2025 training camp and was claimed by Toronto. He spent a few weeks there before returning to the Canadiens, again via waivers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-blais-takes-a-swipe-at-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-blais-takes-a-swipe-at-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen admits he hit a wall: what he did to adjust]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oliver Kapanen admits he hit a wall during the final months of the 2025&ndash;2026 season. That's why, after spending most of the season on the second line, he finished the season either on the bottom two lines or in the stands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-admits-he-hit-a-wall-what-he-did-to-adjust/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/oliver-kapanen-admits-he-hit-a-wall-what-he-did-to-adjust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis has more faith in David Reinbacher than he lets on, according to Marco D’Amico]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Reinbacher has yet to prove himself in the NHL. Since being selected fifth overall in the 2023 draft, the defenseman has had to be patient, and his journey certainly hasn't been a straight path.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-has-more-faith-in-david-reinbacher-than-he-lets-on-according-to-marco-damico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-has-more-faith-in-david-reinbacher-than-he-lets-on-according-to-marco-damico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xhekaj Says His Unfavorable Deal with the Canadiens Presents Unique Opportunity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj spoke with the media in Montreal on Thursday, just hours after signing a one-year extension with the Montreal Canadiens. He didn&rsquo;t shy away from discussing his new contract, making clear it wasn&rsquo;t necessarily his first choice &mdash; but one he sees as an opportunity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/xhekaj-says-his-unfavorable-deal-with-the-canadiens-presents-unique-opportunity/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/xhekaj-says-his-unfavorable-deal-with-the-canadiens-presents-unique-opportunity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: Pierre LeBrun tempers expectations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let&rsquo;s face it, Chris Kreider&rsquo;s arrival in Montreal is certainly exciting. The Canadiens are adding an experienced, imposing forward who has long been one of the New York Rangers' top scorers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-pierre-lebrun-tempers-expectations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-pierre-lebrun-tempers-expectations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Three-Way: Here’s What the CH’s Three Goaltenders Think About It]]></title><description><![CDATA[In recent weeks, Kent Hughes has really gotten down to business. He's shored up his top six and taken charge of the team's two remaining unsigned players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-three-way-heres-what-the-chs-three-goaltenders-think-about-it/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-three-way-heres-what-the-chs-three-goaltenders-think-about-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Camp Notes: Chris Kreider On Top LIne ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top line at Montreal Canadiens training camp on Thursday created a lot of buzz as newcomer Chris Kreider was skating alongside Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-camp-notes-chris-kreider-on-top-line/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-camp-notes-chris-kreider-on-top-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The second-center position belongs to Oliver Kapanen']]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in the 2026&ndash;2027 season, the Canadiens players took to the ice for a practice. We saw several lineup changes, including Chris Kreider on the first line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-second-center-position-belongs-to-oliver-kapanen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-second-center-position-belongs-to-oliver-kapanen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: The NHL’s top player at scoring deflection goals since 2012]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider has several great qualities in his game. One of them? His ability to redirect shots in front of the net. We saw him working on his deflections this morning at practice, and we saw just how good he is at that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-the-nhls-top-player-at-scoring-deflection-goals-since-2012/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-the-nhls-top-player-at-scoring-deflection-goals-since-2012/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj: 'Maybe I can become a good forward']]></title><description><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj must be confused. Other than that, he's solid.&nbsp; The guy has been playing defense for years and years. He's made his mark in the NHL as a defenseman who can drop the gloves and play physically on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-maybe-i-can-become-a-good-forward/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-maybe-i-can-become-a-good-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Kreider Might Be Perfect with Suzuki and Caufield]]></title><description><![CDATA[There was a bit of fashion watching at the Montreal Canadiens' first official practice of training camp. The jersey colours were getting plenty of attention, and for good reason.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/why-kreider-might-be-perfect-with-suzuki-and-caufield/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/why-kreider-might-be-perfect-with-suzuki-and-caufield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s the right fit for Patrik Laine?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As training camps across the NHL are set to begin, there are a few notable names who are still without contracts. One player that keeps coming up is Patrik Laine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/whats-the-right-fit-for-patrik-laine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/whats-the-right-fit-for-patrik-laine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florian Xhekaj paired with Josh Anderson: the message is clear]]></title><description><![CDATA[On-ice sessions have begun at the Canadiens&rsquo; training camp. Earlier this morning, Chris Kreider was seen playing on a line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield in Group A of the camp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-paired-with-josh-anderson-the-message-is-clear/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/florian-xhekaj-paired-with-josh-anderson-the-message-is-clear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Demidov and Carrier address the media at training camp | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Demidov and Carrier address the media at training camp | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/demidov-and-carrier-address-the-media-at-training-camp-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/demidov-and-carrier-address-the-media-at-training-camp-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suzuki’s French, Reinbacher’s Role, and Gossip About the Canadiens’ Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[I was at Saputo Stadium yesterday with a good friend, the guys from HFTV, and Nilton Jorge. It wasn't Montreal's best game, but in sports, dominance doesn't count.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/suzukis-french-reinbachers-role-and-gossip-about-the-canadiens-players/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/suzukis-french-reinbachers-role-and-gossip-about-the-canadiens-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What did the Habs do this summer? #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[What did the Habs do this summer? #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-did-the-habs-do-this-summer-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-did-the-habs-do-this-summer-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault, Alex Newhook, Arber Xhekaj: What We Take Away from the Teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at practice, we saw Martin St. Louis show his true colors. As you've probably seen, Chris Kreider was with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield on the team's top line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-alex-newhook-arber-xhekaj-what-we-take-away-from-the-teams/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-alex-newhook-arber-xhekaj-what-we-take-away-from-the-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider on the first line: a big clue in today’s practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fashion column is back. This morning, at the Canadiens' practice, we're once again keeping an eye on the jersey colors of certain players. Why? Because it says a lot about potential lines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-on-the-first-line-a-big-clue-in-todays-practice/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-on-the-first-line-a-big-clue-in-todays-practice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Reinbacher Likelier to Earn Roster Spot with Guhle out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens prospect David Reinbacher always had the inside track to winning a roster spot this preseason, according to reports. In the wake of news defenseman Kaiden Guhle will be out 4-5 weeks following offseason surgery, you&rsquo;d have to believe the open spot is now his to lose.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-reinbacher-likelier-to-earn-roster-spot-with-guhle-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-reinbacher-likelier-to-earn-roster-spot-with-guhle-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predicting the Canadiens’ Major Stat Category Leaders for 2026-27]]></title><description><![CDATA[With training camp underway, the 2026-27 NHL regular season is quickly approaching, and expectations surrounding the Montreal Canadiens are considerably higher than they have been in recent years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predicting-the-canadiens-major-stat-category-leaders-for-2026-27/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/predicting-the-canadiens-major-stat-category-leaders-for-2026-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov gained 33 pounds (and hasn’t lost any weight since)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons over the past few weeks. The Canadiens prospect, who hasn't made a splash since the start of his Russian team's training camp, has come under criticism for appearing disinterested and not in good enough shape on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-gained-33-pounds-and-hasnt-lost-any-weight-since/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-gained-33-pounds-and-hasnt-lost-any-weight-since/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The Canadiens are the favorites to win the Stanley Cup']]></title><description><![CDATA[It's starting to feel like hockey season in Montreal. The Habs will play their first preseason games on Saturday against the Maple Leafs, and we'll get our first look at Martin St-Louis' lineups.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-the-favorites-to-win-the-stanley-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 03:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-the-favorites-to-win-the-stanley-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent: Canadiens ‘Checked A Lot Of Boxes’ For Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to new Montreal Canadiens winger Chris Kreider&rsquo;s agent Matt Keator, the Montreal Canadiens were just too perfect of a fit for his client to pass]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/agent-canadiens-checked-a-lot-of-boxes-for-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/agent-canadiens-checked-a-lot-of-boxes-for-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here’s exactly why Chris Kreider chose the Habs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is a member of the Canadiens. Today, he spoke with the media. Let's just say it feels a little strange to see him in the Habs' colors&hellip; But the reality is that he'll be playing for the Canadiens next year, and that's truly the team he wanted to play for.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heres-exactly-why-chris-kreider-chose-the-habs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heres-exactly-why-chris-kreider-chose-the-habs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player Profile: Patrik Laine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrik Laine was born in Tampere, Finland, on April 19th, 1998. Laine started playing hockey at the age of four for Ilves&rsquo; youth program. He then moved to their rival Tappara the following season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/player-profile-patrik-laine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/player-profile-patrik-laine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens: The perfect summer would have been to land Nico Hischier, says Pierre LeBrun]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens' summer hadn't been anything to write home about&hellip; until last week. In just a few days, they signed Zachary Bolduc, Chris Kreider, and Arber Xhekaj; training camp kicked off today; and on Monday, the first real media appearance took place at the golf tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-the-perfect-summer-would-have-been-to-land-nico-hischier-says-pierre-lebrun/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-the-perfect-summer-would-have-been-to-land-nico-hischier-says-pierre-lebrun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A focused captain #BTS #NickSuzuki]]></title><description><![CDATA[A focused captain #BTS #NickSuzuki]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-focused-captain-bts-nicksuzuki/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/a-focused-captain-bts-nicksuzuki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: My prediction for his production next season]]></title><description><![CDATA[What are your expectations for Chris Kreider? It's a little hard to wrap your head around because we don't know how he'll perform with his new team. But ultimately, knowing that he's likely to be in a situation where he'll have the tools to help the team on the ice, we can imagine that he might have a good season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-my-prediction-for-his-production-next-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-my-prediction-for-his-production-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samuel Montembeault: There would be a lot of interest if he were placed on waivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacob Fowler, Jakub Dobes, and Samuel Mobnntembeault are all present for the start of training camp with the Montreal Canadiens. But Kent Hughes made it clear during the team's golf tournament on Monday: the club will not start the season with three goalies on the roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-there-would-be-a-lot-of-interest-if-he-were-placed-on-waivers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/samuel-montembeault-there-would-be-a-lot-of-interest-if-he-were-placed-on-waivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our new number 22 #BTS #NHL #ChrisKreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our new number 22 #BTS #NHL #ChrisKreider]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/our-new-number-22-bts-nhl-chriskreider/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/our-new-number-22-bts-nhl-chriskreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matthews reflects on Maple Leafs’ summer of change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Auston Matthews wanted to take his time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matthews-reflects-on-maple-leafs-summer-of-change/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/matthews-reflects-on-maple-leafs-summer-of-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens: Kaiden Guhle Will Be Out For 4-5 Weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this week, TVA NHL Insider Renaud Lavoie reported that oft-injured Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle would miss the start of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-will-be-out-for-4-5-weeks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-will-be-out-for-4-5-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis on the opening day of training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCE]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis on the opening day of training camp | FULL PRESS CONFERENCE]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-on-the-opening-day-of-training-camp-full-press-conference/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-on-the-opening-day-of-training-camp-full-press-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj on the attack: 'It can happen,' says Martin St-Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Could Arber Xhekaj do what he did once during the 2025&ndash;2026 season&mdash;play on offense? The question was posed to Martin St-Louis during his press conference today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-on-the-attack-it-can-happen-says-martin-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-on-the-attack-it-can-happen-says-martin-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Center #2: Martin St-Louis Reveals His Criteria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who will be the Canadiens' No. 2 center, behind Nick Suzuki? As long as Kent Hughes doesn't make any moves, the solutions will inevitably come from within the organization.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/center-2-martin-st-louis-reveals-his-criteria/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/center-2-martin-st-louis-reveals-his-criteria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Kaiden Guhle Out Multiple Weeks Following Surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; defensive corps has already taken a hit entering training camp. According to a team announcement, defenseman Kaiden Guhle will miss the next four to five weeks following minor adductor surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-out-multiple-weeks-following-surgery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-out-multiple-weeks-following-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj: The Lack of Respect Costs $1.5 Million]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's as if they're two people who refuse to break up, even though the love is gone. They take breaks, they threaten to break up, they break up, they get back together, they bicker&hellip; But they're always still together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-the-lack-of-respect-costs-15-million/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-the-lack-of-respect-costs-15-million/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Kaiden Guhle to miss 4-5 weeks after undergoing surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced on Wednesday that defenseman Kaiden Guhle will miss four to five weeks as he recovers from surgery to address an issue with an adductor muscle over the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-to-miss-4-5-weeks-after-undergoing-surgery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-to-miss-4-5-weeks-after-undergoing-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ranking the Canadiens’ 4 Recent Signings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have been busy taking care of business ahead of the 2026-27 season, and Kent Hughes has once again shown the importance of managing contracts before they become problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ranking-the-canadiens-4-recent-signings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ranking-the-canadiens-4-recent-signings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens: Kreider, a Source of Motivation]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a summer of mostly quiet around the Montreal Canadiens, with the annual golf tournament and training camp rapidly approaching. Then, a surprising signing suddenly changed the landscape and with it, the conversation around the team, igniting plenty of discussion in both the media and on social media.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-kreider-a-source-of-motivation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-kreider-a-source-of-motivation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle: Expected to Return in Mid-October]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone knows that defenseman Kaiden Guhle isn&rsquo;t fully healthy. Well, the Canadiens have finally provided details on what's in store for the left-hander, who underwent minor surgery on his adductor muscle earlier this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-expected-to-return-in-mid-october/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-expected-to-return-in-mid-october/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patrik Laine and the Ducks: Fit, Cap, and a Fresh Start]]></title><description><![CDATA[An interesting report from a Finnish reporter, Aki Nieminen, came across my feed on September 15, citing Urheilucast&rsquo;s Esko Sepp&auml;nen: Patrik Laine has met with the Anaheim Ducks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-and-the-ducks-fit-cap-and-a-fresh-start/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/patrik-laine-and-the-ducks-fit-cap-and-a-fresh-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Window of Opportunity: The Canadiens Are the NHL’s Top-Ranked Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[At times, The Athletic's rankings have infuriated Habs fans this summer. But based on what was just presented this morning, I don't think Montreal fans will have any reason to be upset as training camp gets underway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/window-of-opportunity-the-canadiens-are-the-nhls-top-ranked-team/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/window-of-opportunity-the-canadiens-are-the-nhls-top-ranked-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Close Out Successful 2026 Offseason by Signing Newhook and Xhekaj]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a summer of quality over quantity for Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes. He may not have signed anyone of significance during the initial]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-close-out-successful-2026-offseason-by-signing-newhook-and-xhekaj/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-close-out-successful-2026-offseason-by-signing-newhook-and-xhekaj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No no-trade clause for Alex Newhook: perfect for the expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[I guess the Canadiens&rsquo; offseason has finally begun. Hehe. Several months after signing Ivan Demidov and Jakub Dobes, the Canadiens have recently signed Zachary Bolduc, Chris Kreider, Martin St-Louis, Arber Xhekaj, and Alex Newhook in the last few days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/no-no-trade-clause-for-alex-newhook-perfect-for-the-expansion/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/no-no-trade-clause-for-alex-newhook-perfect-for-the-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protz, Thorpe + other Habs prospects address the media at Rookie Camp | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Protz, Thorpe + other Habs prospects address the media at Rookie Camp | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/protz-thorpe-other-habs-prospects-address-the-media-at-rookie-camp-live-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/protz-thorpe-other-habs-prospects-address-the-media-at-rookie-camp-live-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Xhekaj’s One-Year Deal Says About Where He Really Stands]]></title><description><![CDATA[There&rsquo;s something interesting about Arber Xhekaj getting only a one-year, $ 1.5 million contract from the Montreal Canadiens. Kent Hughes has spent much of the offseason doing something pretty different with his young players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-xhekajs-one-year-deal-says-about-where-he-really-stands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-xhekajs-one-year-deal-says-about-where-he-really-stands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Newhook: Kent Hughes selected him for his core group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The signing of forward Alex Newhook really came out of nowhere earlier this evening. We hadn't even recovered from the discussions surrounding Arber Xhekaj's signing when the Montreal Canadiens threw another curveball with Newhook's contract extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhook-kent-hughes-selected-him-for-his-core-group/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhook-kent-hughes-selected-him-for-his-core-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Stay Busy And Sign Alex Newhook]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just after announcing that they had signed their lone free agent (RFA), defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a one-year $1.5 million contract, the Montreal Canadiens announced that they had locked up forward Alex Newhook to a four-year $22.2 million ($5.5M AAV) contract extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-stay-busy-and-sign-alex-newhook/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-stay-busy-and-sign-alex-newhook/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens sign Arber Xhekaj to one-year deal ahead of training camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have gotten their final restricted free agent signed ahead of the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-deal-ahead-of-training-camp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-deal-ahead-of-training-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens sign Alex Newhook to four-year extension: Instant reaction, analysis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are continuing what has turned into a very busy day for them.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-alex-newhook-to-four-year-extension-instant-reaction-analysis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-alex-newhook-to-four-year-extension-instant-reaction-analysis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj: Clearly a last-chance contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the eve of the Montreal Canadiens' official training camp opening, the team decided to announce three major pieces of news in just one hour. Now that the dust is slowly settling, it's time to break it all down in order, starting with Arber Xhekaj.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-clearly-a-last-chance-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-clearly-a-last-chance-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Ink Arber Xhekaj to One-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced on Tuesday evening that they have agreed to terms with defenseman Arber Xhekaj on a one-year deal worth $1.5 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-ink-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-ink-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CH Training Camp: Here is the list of the 57 players who will be attending]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are on fire this early evening. Following the signing of Arber Xhekaj to a one-year deal and the contract extension for Alex Newhook, the Habs have just announced another major development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-training-camp-here-is-the-list-of-the-57-players-who-will-be-attending/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-training-camp-here-is-the-list-of-the-57-players-who-will-be-attending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sign Alex Newhook To Four-Year Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are continuing what has turned into a very busy day for them. According to a team announcement, the Canadiens signed forward Alex Newhook to a four-year, $22.2MM ($5.55MM AAV) extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-alex-newhook-to-four-year-extension/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-alex-newhook-to-four-year-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New contract for Alex Newhook #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[New contract for Alex Newhook #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-contract-for-alex-newhook-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-contract-for-alex-newhook-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sign Arber Xhekaj To One-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have gotten their final restricted free agent signed ahead of the 2026-27 season. On the eve of training camp, the Canadiens announced they have signed defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a one-year, $1.5MM contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Newhook Signs a Contract Extension with the CH]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wow. This news came a bit out of the blue. The Canadiens just announced that forward Alex Newhook has signed a four-year contract extension with the team (set to begin next summer).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhook-signs-a-contract-extension-with-the-ch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alex-newhook-signs-a-contract-extension-with-the-ch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens re-sign Arber Xhekaj to one-year contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the toughest kids in the NHL is sticking around La Belle Province. On Tuesday, Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced that the team has re-signed defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a one-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-re-sign-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-re-sign-arber-xhekaj-to-one-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New contract for Arber Xhekaj #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[New contract for Arber Xhekaj #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-contract-for-arber-xhekaj-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-contract-for-arber-xhekaj-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj Signs Contract with the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[All right. It&rsquo;s done. Arber Xhekaj has signed his contract with the Montreal Canadiens. The team just announced it on X. It's a one-season deal that will pay him $1.5 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-signs-contract-with-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-signs-contract-with-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Miss Mark on Bolduc Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[One way or another, Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes is getting things done, ahead of training camp. Even if it didn&rsquo;t look particularly pretty, he inched closer to completing his roster on Sunday, re-signing forward Zachary Bolduc to a four-year, $16.8 million deal one day after signing prized-free-agent Chris Kreider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-miss-mark-on-bolduc-extension/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-miss-mark-on-bolduc-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RUMOR: Patrik Laine is reportedly about to sign a contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's September 15, and Patrik Laine still doesn't have a team lined up for the upcoming NHL season. But things could change quickly. According to the Urheilucast podcast&mdash;which is very well-known in Finland&mdash;Laine is reportedly on the verge of signing a contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rumor-patrik-laine-is-reportedly-about-to-sign-a-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rumor-patrik-laine-is-reportedly-about-to-sign-a-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The impact of Chris Kreider on the power play is underestimated]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you like Chris Kreider&rsquo;s signature? As for me, I don't just like it&mdash;I love it. Montreal was missing that kind of player, after all&mdash;a guy with a solid build, who's willing to get in the thick of the action, who knows how to score goals, and who can also play on the top six.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-impact-of-chris-kreider-on-the-power-play-is-underestimated/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-impact-of-chris-kreider-on-the-power-play-is-underestimated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CH might have a hard time keeping Josh Anderson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Anderson is an important player for the Canadiens. He's one of the top leaders in the team's locker room, and it's no coincidence that he's been named assistant to captain Nick Suzuki for the upcoming season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-might-have-a-hard-time-keeping-josh-anderson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-ch-might-have-a-hard-time-keeping-josh-anderson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Will the Canadiens Do with Arber Xhekaj Long-Term?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A certain kind of optimism exists only in Montreal. It usually arrives somewhere between the end of the season and the beginning of training camp, when every contract negotiation still seems capable of ending well, and every young player is about to become exactly the player everybody hopes he will be.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-will-the-canadiens-do-with-arber-xhekaj-long-term/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-will-the-canadiens-do-with-arber-xhekaj-long-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider Signing Proves Canadiens Are Again a Destination for NHL Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[For years, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; rebuild was whether the organization could eventually become an attractive destination for established NHL players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-signing-proves-canadiens-are-again-a-destination-for-nhl-players/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-signing-proves-canadiens-are-again-a-destination-for-nhl-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hughes Nixes Three-Goalie Rotation For Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes seemed to squash any talk that the Montreal Canadiens could carry three goalies on their NHL roster to start the upcoming season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hughes-nixes-three-goalie-rotation-for-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hughes-nixes-three-goalie-rotation-for-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PHOTOS | Chris Kreider’s first few strides in a Canadiens uniform]]></title><description><![CDATA[There you go. After being introduced to the media yesterday at the Canadiens' golf tournament, Chris Kreider showed up this morning at the CN Complex in Brossard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/photos-chris-kreiders-first-few-strides-in-a-canadiens-uniform/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/photos-chris-kreiders-first-few-strides-in-a-canadiens-uniform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: He belongs on the first line]]></title><description><![CDATA[We put Chris Kreider's evil spirit to rest yesterday in Laval-sur-le-Lac. Kreider went from being &ldquo;the villain who deliberately injured Carey Price, depriving]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-he-belongs-on-the-first-line/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-he-belongs-on-the-first-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Make Anderson Alternate Captain While Passing Over Hutson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens forward&nbsp;Josh Anderson&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t a bad choice to be&nbsp;named alternate captain, which he was to start the week. There were better options, though.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-make-anderson-alternate-captain-while-passing-over-hutson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-make-anderson-alternate-captain-while-passing-over-hutson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov Recalled, Cam Tablot’s Impact on the CH, and Patrik Laine Is Still Waiting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Gleb Pugachyov situation continues to be the talk of the town. After all, in recent weeks, his commitment to becoming the best hockey player he can be has been called into question in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-recalled-cam-tablots-impact-on-the-ch-and-patrik-laine-is-still-waiting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-recalled-cam-tablots-impact-on-the-ch-and-patrik-laine-is-still-waiting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Chris Kreider’s signing derailed Toronto’s plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider's signing with the Montreal Canadiens has caused quite a stir&mdash;and not just in Montreal. All across the NHL, people are talking about this signing&mdash;a real steal for a young, already-strong team that was lacking a bit of experience on its roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-chris-kreiders-signing-derailed-torontos-plans/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-chris-kreiders-signing-derailed-torontos-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovsky wants to learn from Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[We know that Chris Kreider will be a huge asset to the young Montreal Canadiens team. His experience, leadership, grit, and ability to score goals are all very important assets to add when you have the chance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-wants-to-learn-from-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsky-wants-to-learn-from-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider turned down better offers to come to Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's something quite interesting about Chris Kreider's decision to come to Montreal. Why? Because, according to Engels, the veteran could very well have earned more money elsewhere.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-turned-down-better-offers-to-come-to-montreal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-turned-down-better-offers-to-come-to-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens sign St. Louis to extension as expectations rise ahead of new season]]></title><description><![CDATA[St. Louis' extension and the arrival of former teammate Chris Kreider highlighted the Canadiens' annual golf tournament Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-st-louis-to-extension-as-expectations-rise-ahead-of-new-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-st-louis-to-extension-as-expectations-rise-ahead-of-new-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Make Josh Anderson An Alternate Captain]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced at their annual golf tournament on Monday morning that veteran forward Josh Anderson will be an alternate captain for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-make-josh-anderson-an-alternate-captain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-make-josh-anderson-an-alternate-captain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis: Just like his players, he left money on the table]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, we learned that Martin St-Louis signed a new contract with the Canadiens. The coach, who had one year remaining on his contract through the 2026-27 season, saw the club terminate his current deal to offer him a new four-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-just-like-his-players-he-left-money-on-the-table/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-just-like-his-players-he-left-money-on-the-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[40 Goals for Chris Kreider in 26-27: Tony Marinaro’s (Bold) Prediction]]></title><description><![CDATA[I wonder what kind of impact Chris Kreider will have on the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; lineup. And I'm certainly not the only one wondering that, either. We know the guy is physically strong, that he can disrupt the opposition with his presence in front of the net, and that he has a knack for scoring.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/40-goals-for-chris-kreider-in-26-27-tony-marinaros-bold-prediction/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/40-goals-for-chris-kreider-in-26-27-tony-marinaros-bold-prediction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Anderson: Negotiations for a new contract could begin soon]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2020, Josh Anderson arrived in Montreal. The power forward, who had been playing for Columbus, was acquired in a trade that sent Max Domi to the Blue Jackets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-negotiations-for-a-new-contract-could-begin-soon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-negotiations-for-a-new-contract-could-begin-soon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['If Larkin agreed to play for the CH, he&rsquo;d be at the golf tournament today.']]></title><description><![CDATA[With the addition of Chris Kreider, the Canadiens are a better team than they were last week. Kent Hughes found a way to add a forward who can help his team right away, and ultimately, it's a good move because the Habs needed a player like that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-larkin-agreed-to-play-for-the-ch-hersquod-be-at-the-golf-tournament-today/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-larkin-agreed-to-play-for-the-ch-hersquod-be-at-the-golf-tournament-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle will miss the start of the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bad news. The Canadiens will have to do without Kaiden Guhle for the start of the season, according to what Renaud Lavoie (TVA Sports) was able to confirm this morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-will-miss-the-start-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-will-miss-the-start-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Young kid, pretty bad skater at the time:’ Canadiens’ Kreider on 2014 collision with Price]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider says there wasn&rsquo;t any hesitation he felt from the Montreal Canadiens to sign him ahead of the 2026-27 season, despite his most infamous run-in with the Habs being a collision in the 2014 Stanley Cup Playoffs with then-goaltender Carey Price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/young-kid-pretty-bad-skater-at-the-time-canadiens-kreider-on-2014-collision-with-price/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/young-kid-pretty-bad-skater-at-the-time-canadiens-kreider-on-2014-collision-with-price/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki’s Goal for 2026-27: Top of the Atlantic Division]]></title><description><![CDATA[There was &ldquo;sign of progress&rdquo;&hellip; Then there was the famous &ldquo;mix&rdquo;&hellip; Then we were treated to the word starting with &ldquo;p&rdquo;&hellip; Let's just say the Habs' goals have been getting more and more ambitious over the past few seasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-goal-for-2026-27-top-of-the-atlantic-division/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzukis-goal-for-2026-27-top-of-the-atlantic-division/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kreider Adds Another Layer of Competition to Canadiens’ Forward Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens added another significant piece to their forward group over the weekend, signing veteran winger Chris Kreider. While much of the immediate attention will understandably be on what Kreider himself can bring to Montreal, his arrival also creates an interesting situation throughout the rest of the lineup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-adds-another-layer-of-competition-to-canadiens-forward-group/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-adds-another-layer-of-competition-to-canadiens-forward-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sign Head Coach Martin St. Louis to Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens continue to get some housekeeping out of the way ahead of 2026-27. After signing forwards Zachary Bolduc and Chris Kreider over the weekend, the Habs inked head coach Martin St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-head-coach-martin-st-louis-to-extension/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:11:31 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-head-coach-martin-st-louis-to-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zachary Bolduc: The length of the contract was the sticking point in the negotiations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, Zachary Bolduc (finally) signed a new contract with the Canadiens. The Quebec native, who had no contract in place for the upcoming season, ultimately signed a four-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-the-length-of-the-contract-was-the-sticking-point-in-the-negotiations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-the-length-of-the-contract-was-the-sticking-point-in-the-negotiations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens And Arber Xhekaj Reportedly Close On Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens defenseman Arber Xhekaj arrived at the team&rsquo;s annual golf tournament still not signed to a new contract. However, there was optimism and a report that the restricted free agent and the team were closing in on a new contract and that Xhekaj will be signed when Canadiens training camp kicks off on Wednesday in Brossard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-and-arber-xhekaj-reportedly-close-on-contract/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-and-arber-xhekaj-reportedly-close-on-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He&rsquo;s got more guts': Juraj Slafkovsky on Adam Nicholas&rsquo;s progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Nicholas is quite a character. If you're lucky enough to go to Brossard to watch a Canadiens practice, you'll understand why I say that. He helps the guys with his intensity, and above all, he sends the right message on the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hersquos-got-more-guts-juraj-slafkovsky-on-adam-nicholasrsquos-progress/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/hersquos-got-more-guts-juraj-slafkovsky-on-adam-nicholasrsquos-progress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St. Louis Signs Multi-Year Extension With Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have made it clear that Martin St. Louis remains the man they want leading the next stage of their rise. Montreal announced Monday that St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-signs-multi-year-extension-with-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-signs-multi-year-extension-with-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This isn’t the first time Martin St-Louis has coached Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we know by now, Chris Kreider signed with the Canadiens in part because Martin St-Louis is the team's head coach. The two have an excellent relationship, which dates back to the years when Martin St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/this-isnt-the-first-time-martin-st-louis-has-coached-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/this-isnt-the-first-time-martin-st-louis-has-coached-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: 'I&rsquo;ve only discussed numbers and contract terms with the CH']]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s a little weird to see Chris Kreider wearing a Canadiens cap and polo shirt&hellip; isn&rsquo;t it? I wonder what Carey was thinking when he saw all that this morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-irsquove-only-discussed-numbers-and-contract-terms-with-the-ch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-irsquove-only-discussed-numbers-and-contract-terms-with-the-ch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens address the media at annual golf tournament | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canadiens address the media at annual golf tournament | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-address-the-media-at-annual-golf-tournament-full-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-address-the-media-at-annual-golf-tournament-full-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026–27 Edmonton Oilers Pacific Division rival preview: Anaheim Ducks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to the Oil Rig&rsquo;s Pacific Division preview series. Today let&rsquo;s take a closer look at the Anaheim Ducks, the team that eliminated the Edmonton Oilers last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/202627-edmonton-oilers-pacific-division-rival-preview-anaheim-ducks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/202627-edmonton-oilers-pacific-division-rival-preview-anaheim-ducks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It wasn&rsquo;t intentional': Chris Kreider reflects on the Carey Price incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is now a member of the Montreal Canadiens. And this morning, on the sidelines of the golf tournament, he spoke to the Montreal media for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/it-wasnrsquot-intentional-chris-kreider-reflects-on-the-carey-price-incident/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/it-wasnrsquot-intentional-chris-kreider-reflects-on-the-carey-price-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens president Jeff Gorton: Chris Kreider called us, not the other way around]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; president Jeff Gorton, Chris Kreider called them, not the other way around. Gorton spoke with reporters Monday during the team&rsquo;s annual golf tournament, and explained the process around how the team was able to sign Kreider to a one-year contract over the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-president-jeff-gorton-chris-kreider-called-us-not-the-other-way-around/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-president-jeff-gorton-chris-kreider-called-us-not-the-other-way-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens extend head coach Martin St. Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension on Monday. He was a finalist for the Jack Adams Award in 2024-25 and led the team to the Eastern Conference finals in 2025-26.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-extend-head-coach-martin-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-extend-head-coach-martin-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider will wear Cole Caufield’s former jersey number in Montreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider has always worn #20 in the NHL. The Canadiens already have their #20 (Juraj Slafkovsky), and just because Kreider is going to help Slaf doesn't mean that's going to change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-will-wear-cole-caufields-former-jersey-number-in-montreal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-will-wear-cole-caufields-former-jersey-number-in-montreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Extend Head Coach Martin St. Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens held their annual golf tournament on Monday and the first announcement of the day was that the team has extended head coach Martin St.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-extend-head-coach-martin-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-extend-head-coach-martin-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kent Hughes confirms it: he doesn’t want three goalies to start the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[All summer long, we expected the Canadiens to trade Samuel Montembeault. The Quebec native was sidelined last season, and many expected his time in town to be over.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-confirms-it-he-doesnt-want-three-goalies-to-start-the-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-confirms-it-he-doesnt-want-three-goalies-to-start-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It was Chris Kreider (an American) who called the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is a member of the Canadiens. And in a little while, he'll be speaking to the media. But before that, Jeff Gorton spoke with the press. He answered a few questions about the Canadiens' newest addition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/it-was-chris-kreider-an-american-who-called-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/it-was-chris-kreider-an-american-who-called-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: Geoff Molson 'didn&rsquo;t even think' about his actions in 2014]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's golf tournament day at the Canadiens, which means members of the organization are speaking to the media today. And, of course, the Chris Kreider situation is causing quite a stir.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-geoff-molson-didnrsquot-even-think-about-his-actions-in-2014/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-geoff-molson-didnrsquot-even-think-about-his-actions-in-2014/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens, Arber Xhekaj Nearing Contract Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic, Arber Xhekaj is nearing a contract extension to stay a Habitant. That would be a habitant of the Montreal area, of course.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-arber-xhekaj-nearing-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-arber-xhekaj-nearing-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj is close to signing a contract: he is expected to be at training camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did Kent Hughes&rsquo; summer kick off on Saturday afternoon or what? After signing Chris Kreider and Zachary Bolduc over the weekend, the Canadiens named Josh Anderson as assistant captain this morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-is-close-to-signing-a-contract-he-is-expected-to-be-at-training-camp/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-is-close-to-signing-a-contract-he-is-expected-to-be-at-training-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grading Canadiens’ 1-Year Contract for Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Anaheim Ducks shocked some of the league when they decided to move forward with a mutual contract termination with forward Chris Kreider. It is well known that the Ducks needed to clear cap space to give Cutter Gauthier a new contract, but most fans thought they would try and go a different direction to find the money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/grading-canadiens-1-year-contract-for-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/grading-canadiens-1-year-contract-for-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis Finally Signs His Contract Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[That&rsquo;s that. After naming Josh Anderson as an assistant coach, the Canadiens announced another piece of news: Martin St-Louis has finally signed his contract extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-finally-signs-his-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-st-louis-finally-signs-his-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Payroll: Here’s the Canadiens’ payroll after signing Zachary Bolduc]]></title><description><![CDATA[So, how was your weekend? Kent Hughes, for his part, undoubtedly had a great one. The signings of Chris Kreider and Zachary Bolduc have put the team's GM in a better position than he was in 48 hours ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/payroll-heres-the-canadiens-payroll-after-signing-zachary-bolduc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/payroll-heres-the-canadiens-payroll-after-signing-zachary-bolduc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Anderson Named Assistant Captain]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s done. Even before the golf tournament began, the Canadiens announced that Josh Anderson had been officially named assistant to captain Nick Suzuki.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-named-assistant-captain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/josh-anderson-named-assistant-captain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens bring back F Zachary Bolduc on 4-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forward Zachary Bolduc signed a four-year, $16.8 million contract to return to the Montreal Canadiens, the team announced on Sunday. The 23-year-old was a restricted free agent as of July 1 after his first season with the Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-bring-back-f-zachary-bolduc-on-4-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-bring-back-f-zachary-bolduc-on-4-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Are Betting on More Than Bolduc’s 12 Goals]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are some NHL contracts that are really about what a player has already done. Other contracts are signed because the team believes the player can produce more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-betting-on-more-than-bolducs-12-goals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-betting-on-more-than-bolducs-12-goals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki Comes Very Close to Making the Top 20 NHL Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NHL Network continued its reveal of the Top 50 best NHL players tonight. After learning that Cole Caufield had narrowly missed the top 30, coming in at No.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-comes-very-close-to-making-the-top-20-nhl-players/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 02:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nick-suzuki-comes-very-close-to-making-the-top-20-nhl-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Canadiens Fans Need To Accept Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[The week&rsquo;s hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without the sugar-coating and with little concern for bruised feelings, something Canadiens fans need to heal when it comes to new Canadiens winger Chris Kreider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-canadiens-fans-need-to-accept-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-canadiens-fans-need-to-accept-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: A Plea To Montreal Canadiens Fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[The week&rsquo;s hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without the sugar-coating and with little concern for bruised feelings. As the Montreal Canadiens prepare to hit the links for their annual golf tournament on Monday, there are still considerably more questions than answers surrounding the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-a-plea-to-montreal-canadiens-fans/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-a-plea-to-montreal-canadiens-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider brings a major asset to Montreal for the playoffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[After several quiet weeks, big news has been coming one after another this weekend. Of course, there's the signing of Zachary Bolduc, who finally reached an agreement with the Canadiens, but the big talking point is Chris Kreider's arrival in Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-brings-a-major-asset-to-montreal-for-the-playoffs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-brings-a-major-asset-to-montreal-for-the-playoffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New contract for Zachary Bolduc #NHL #Shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[New contract for Zachary Bolduc #NHL #Shorts]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-contract-for-zachary-bolduc-nhl-shorts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/new-contract-for-zachary-bolduc-nhl-shorts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Lock Up Zach Bolduc To Four-Year Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Per Sportsnet NHL Insider Elliotte Freiedman, the Montreal Canadiens have re-signed restricted free agent forward Zach Bolduc to a four-year contract worth $16.8 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-lock-up-zach-bolduc-to-four-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-lock-up-zach-bolduc-to-four-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Kreider Signing in Montreal Reveals 3 Very Important Truths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is heading to Montreal, and the deal has caught a lot of attention around the NHL. Not only was the signing financially friendly, but Kreider&rsquo;s history with the Canadiens is controversial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-kreider-signing-in-montreal-reveals-3-very-important-truths/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-kreider-signing-in-montreal-reveals-3-very-important-truths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens sign Zach Bolduc to four-year contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens signed forward Zach Bolduc to a four-year contract that will pay him an average annual value of $4.2 million, according to Sportsnet hockey insider Elliotte Friedman.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-zach-bolduc-to-four-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-zach-bolduc-to-four-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sign Zachary Bolduc to 4-Year Contract Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have signed Zachary Bolduc to a four-year contract extension, as per a report by NHL insider Elliotte Friedman. Early reactions are that this is another solid deal from GM Kent Hughes, who continues to make shrewd moves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-zachary-bolduc-to-4-year-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-zachary-bolduc-to-4-year-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zachary Bolduc Finally Signs with the Habs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finally, Zachary Bolduc has signed with the Montreal Canadiens. Elliotte Friedman was the first to report the news. The Habs forward will earn $4.2 million per season over four years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-finally-signs-with-the-habs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/zachary-bolduc-finally-signs-with-the-habs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Sign Zachary Bolduc To Four-Year Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have signed forward Zachary Bolduc to a four-year extension with a $4.2MM AAV, according to Sportsnet&rsquo;s Elliotte Friedman. A restricted free]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-zachary-bolduc-to-four-year-extension/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-zachary-bolduc-to-four-year-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kreider in Montreal: Owen Beck and Florian Xhekaj Will Have to Wait a Little Longer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone agrees that signing Kreider was a really smart move by the Montreal Canadiens' front office. It's a great acquisition, as Kreider will bring exactly what the second line was missing last season: physicality and scoring ability to support Ivan Demidov.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-in-montreal-owen-beck-and-florian-xhekaj-will-have-to-wait-a-little-longer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreider-in-montreal-owen-beck-and-florian-xhekaj-will-have-to-wait-a-little-longer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Have Evolved into Choice Destination as Kreider Signing Proves]]></title><description><![CDATA[The only logical reason why Chris Kreider would sign with the Montreal Canadiens is the former-50-goal scorer legitimately believes the team can win now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-evolved-into-choice-destination-as-kreider-signing-proves/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-have-evolved-into-choice-destination-as-kreider-signing-proves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kreider’s Arrival: St. Louis Will Have to Choose Its 13th Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Signing Chris Kreider is truly a masterstroke by Kent Hughes and his team, as the physical forward is exactly what the Montreal Canadiens' top-six lineup was missing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreiders-arrival-st-louis-will-have-to-choose-its-13th-forward/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kreiders-arrival-st-louis-will-have-to-choose-its-13th-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lariviere: Chris Kreider Fits Well With The Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; signing of veteran forward Chris Kreider may have come as a shock to many on Saturday, but it makes a lot of sense for both the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-chris-kreider-fits-well-with-the-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/lariviere-chris-kreider-fits-well-with-the-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens sign veteran F Chris Kreider to 1-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran forward Chris Kreider didn't stay a free agent long, signing a one-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday, the team announced. Financial terms were not disclosed, but ESPN reported that Kreider's deal has a $2.15 million average annual value and could be worth as much as $5 million next season if certain conditions are met.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-veteran-f-chris-kreider-to-1-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-veteran-f-chris-kreider-to-1-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Kent Hughes is working hard to make another acquisition.']]></title><description><![CDATA[The CH announced early this evening that it had reached an agreement with Chris Kreider. The club has signed a player who, for several years now, hasn't been a fan favorite.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-is-working-hard-to-make-another-acquisition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 04:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-is-working-hard-to-make-another-acquisition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runoff Election: A Way to Get Rid of Samuel Montembeault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now that Kent Hughes has found his top-6 forward, the next issue to address is the identity of his goaltenders. Will Jacob Fowler start the season in the AHL?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/runoff-election-a-way-to-get-rid-of-samuel-montembeault/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/runoff-election-a-way-to-get-rid-of-samuel-montembeault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Daniel Brière’s fault, and Kreider’s hit on Bolduc and Slafkovsky]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s all Daniel Bri&egrave;re&rsquo;s fault. No, Luc G&eacute;linas hasn't written a new book. It's literally Daniel Bri&egrave;re's fault that the Habs acquired Chris Kreider for a song.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-daniel-brires-fault-and-kreiders-hit-on-bolduc-and-slafkovsky/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/its-daniel-brires-fault-and-kreiders-hit-on-bolduc-and-slafkovsky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Sign Veteran Winger Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens added more depth to their forward group on Saturday by signing veteran winger Chris Kreider to a one-year, $2.5 million and bonus-laden contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sign-veteran-winger-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 01:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-sign-veteran-winger-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens make their move with new one-year signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens have brought Chris Kreider back into the fold, agreeing to a one-year contract with the experienced forward for the 2026-27 season. Kreider&rsquo;s return comes after a single season with the Anaheim Ducks, where he remained a productive presence throughout the 2025-26 campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-make-their-move-with-new-one-year-signing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-make-their-move-with-new-one-year-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is set to play alongside Ivan Demidov starting on Day 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider is officially a member of the Montreal Canadiens. It still feels a little strange to write that, but we'll get used to it. Because yes, even though he hasn't been a fan favorite for the past 12 years, this signing couldn't be better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-is-set-to-play-alongside-ivan-demidov-starting-on-day-1/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-is-set-to-play-alongside-ivan-demidov-starting-on-day-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens sign Chris Kreider to one-year contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens announced Saturday they signed forward Chris Kreider to a one-year contract. According to PuckPedia, the deal is worth $2.15 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-chris-kreider-to-one-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-sign-chris-kreider-to-one-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens signing Chris Kreider shows time heals all wounds]]></title><description><![CDATA[A strong argument can be made that Chris Kreider has been one of the most hated rival players in the modern era of the Montreal Canadiens.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-signing-chris-kreider-shows-time-heals-all-wounds/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-signing-chris-kreider-shows-time-heals-all-wounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider Signs a One-Year Contract with the Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s official. Chris Kreider, who was a free agent, has just decided on his next destination. We knew the Canadiens were in the running for his services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-signs-a-one-year-contract-with-the-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-signs-a-one-year-contract-with-the-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens, Chris Kreider Agree To Terms]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens have agreed to terms with winger&nbsp;Chris Kreider&nbsp;on a one-year deal, the team announced Saturday. The deal includes a base salary of $2.15MM with up to $3MM in potential additional performance bonuses, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-chris-kreider-agree-to-terms/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-chris-kreider-agree-to-terms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rookie Camp: Here Are the CH Players Who Stood Out Today]]></title><description><![CDATA[This afternoon, the Canadiens' rookies were in action in Gatineau for their first game of the rookie tournament. For the occasion, the CH's young players faced off against the Jets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rookie-camp-here-are-the-ch-players-who-stood-out-today/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/rookie-camp-here-are-the-ch-players-who-stood-out-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did Francis Bouillon receive a promotion (that wasn’t announced)?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the summer, there were some changes in the Canadiens' player development department. The club saw Rob Ramage, who served as director of player development, retire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/did-francis-bouillon-receive-a-promotion-that-wasnt-announced/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/did-francis-bouillon-receive-a-promotion-that-wasnt-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CH: Here are the first images of the deal that fell through at the deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[We all remember the infamous 2026 trade deadline, when the Montreal Canadiens didn't make a single trade and thus failed to strengthen their roster ahead of the playoffs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-here-are-the-first-images-of-the-deal-that-fell-through-at-the-deadline/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-here-are-the-first-images-of-the-deal-that-fell-through-at-the-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Questions Canadiens Face Heading into 2026 Training Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens training camp opens next week, as fans inch closer to what is looking like a memorable 2026-27 season. In that time, as the roster takes shape, the Habs will indirectly answer a few questions on the minds of fans, with the decisions they make.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-questions-canadiens-face-heading-into-2026-training-camp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-questions-canadiens-face-heading-into-2026-training-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quitting Hockey: Mike Matheson Might Never Have Joined the Habs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since joining the Montreal Canadiens, Mike Matheson has been a reliable presence on the Habs' defensive corps, both offensively and defensively. He's had his ups and downs, but for the past two seasons, he's masterfully stabilized the Habs' top six, logging a lot of strong minutes per game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/quitting-hockey-mike-matheson-might-never-have-joined-the-habs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/quitting-hockey-mike-matheson-might-never-have-joined-the-habs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens Should Pursue Kreider Despite the History]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Kreider and the Montreal Canadiens have a complicated history, to put it mildly. For more than a decade, Kreider has been one of the least popular opposing players among Canadiens fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-should-pursue-kreider-despite-the-history/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-should-pursue-kreider-despite-the-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Bold Predictions For The Montreal Canadiens Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[With training camp just around the corner, it is time for me to make my three bold predictions for the Montreal Canadiens season.&nbsp; This year, I tried to go with some predictions that may seem far-fetched but also possible in the realm of things for the Montreal Canadiens.&nbsp; 1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-bold-predictions-for-the-montreal-canadiens-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/three-bold-predictions-for-the-montreal-canadiens-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[If you were Kent Hughes, would you target Kreider or Marchenko?]]></title><description><![CDATA[So it seems that Chris Kreider, a &ldquo;fan favorite&rdquo; in Montreal since 2014&mdash;and THE player Trevor Timmins would have drafted in 2009 instead of Louis Leblanc, had it not been for those very same fans&mdash;is on the verge of returning to the East.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-you-were-kent-hughes-would-you-target-kreider-or-marchenko/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-you-were-kent-hughes-would-you-target-kreider-or-marchenko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protz, Thorpe + other Habs prospects address the media at Rookie Camp | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Protz, Thorpe + other Habs prospects address the media at Rookie Camp | PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/protz-thorpe-other-habs-prospects-address-the-media-at-rookie-camp-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/protz-thorpe-other-habs-prospects-address-the-media-at-rookie-camp-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owen Beck deserves to play for a top-tier club much more than Florian Xhekaj]]></title><description><![CDATA[The big question as the Montreal Canadiens' training camp approaches is: Who will make the team? Of course, one might wonder if any young players will break into the lineup by the start of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-deserves-to-play-for-a-top-tier-club-much-more-than-florian-xhekaj/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 03:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/owen-beck-deserves-to-play-for-a-top-tier-club-much-more-than-florian-xhekaj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Two Areas the Canadiens Need to Improve to Succeed in the Playoffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canadiens continue to make progress. They were eliminated in the conference finals during the most recent playoffs, and that's interesting because we can see that the team is improving year after year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-two-areas-the-canadiens-need-to-improve-to-succeed-in-the-playoffs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-two-areas-the-canadiens-need-to-improve-to-succeed-in-the-playoffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield’s (hilarious) reaction to his face in NHL 27]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new NHL 27 game has been released, and it's making headlines for all the wrong reasons. The game's quality isn't as good as players would have liked, and that's led to (already) a lot of criticism of the game even though it just came out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufields-hilarious-reaction-to-his-face-in-nhl-27/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufields-hilarious-reaction-to-his-face-in-nhl-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Reinbacher looks more muscular]]></title><description><![CDATA[The coming weeks will be important for David Reinbacher. The Canadiens defenseman will have to work hard to try to earn a spot on the team at training camp.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-looks-more-muscular/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-reinbacher-looks-more-muscular/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Practice: Kirby Dach is no longer on the second line | Mike Matheson is out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, the Canadiens announced their lineups for today&rsquo;s intra-squad game. We've said it before and we'll say it again: take it with a grain of salt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-kirby-dach-is-no-longer-on-the-second-line-mike-matheson-is-out/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/practice-kirby-dach-is-no-longer-on-the-second-line-mike-matheson-is-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Kaiden Guhle Has Plenty to Prove in a Crucial 2026-27 Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are getting closer to training camp, and while most of the attention has been directed toward contract negotiations, roster battles and expectations for the upcoming season, there is another situation worth keeping an eye on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-has-plenty-to-prove-in-a-crucial-2026-27-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-kaiden-guhle-has-plenty-to-prove-in-a-crucial-2026-27-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The plan was to trade Kirby Dach, but Kent Hughes didn’t have a successful summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[To say that Kent Hughes had a quiet summer is an understatement. At the end of June, the Canadiens' GM had expressed confidence that he would complete a trade or bring a big name to Montreal over the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-plan-was-to-trade-kirby-dach-but-kent-hughes-didnt-have-a-successful-summer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-plan-was-to-trade-kirby-dach-but-kent-hughes-didnt-have-a-successful-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Contract: The longer Zachary Bolduc waits, the more trouble he gets himself into]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zachary Bolduc doesn&rsquo;t yet have a contract lined up for next season. Neither does Arber Xhekaj. If things continue this way, there's a real risk that he'll miss the start of the Canadiens' training camp, which wouldn't be good news for anyone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/contract-the-longer-zachary-bolduc-waits-the-more-trouble-he-gets-himself-into/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:27:14 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/contract-the-longer-zachary-bolduc-waits-the-more-trouble-he-gets-himself-into/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirill Marchenko in Montreal: 'I don&rsquo;t see a good fit']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Columbus Blue Jackets are trying to limit the damage from a disastrous summer. After unsuccessfully attempting to trade his best defenseman to Dallas, GM Don Waddell has spent the summer dealing with rumors surrounding Kirill Marchenko.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirill-marchenko-in-montreal-i-donrsquot-see-a-good-fit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:25:21 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kirill-marchenko-in-montreal-i-donrsquot-see-a-good-fit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laval Rocket coaching staff addresses the media ahead of Habs Rookie Camp | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Laval Rocket coaching staff addresses the media ahead of Habs Rookie Camp | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/laval-rocket-coaching-staff-addresses-the-media-ahead-of-habs-rookie-camp-live-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/laval-rocket-coaching-staff-addresses-the-media-ahead-of-habs-rookie-camp-live-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daniel Jacob addresses the media ahead of Habs Rookie Camp | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Jacob addresses the media ahead of Habs Rookie Camp | LIVE PRESS CONFERENCES]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/daniel-jacob-addresses-the-media-ahead-of-habs-rookie-camp-live-press-conferences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/daniel-jacob-addresses-the-media-ahead-of-habs-rookie-camp-live-press-conferences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Savard: Here’s How He Continues to Help the Habs Today]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Savard has decided to retire at the end of the 2024&ndash;25 season. The defenseman, who spent the last four years of his career with the Habs, helped the club through its rebuilding process.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-savard-heres-how-he-continues-to-help-the-habs-today/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/david-savard-heres-how-he-continues-to-help-the-habs-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider: His arrival wouldn’t (really) help Zachary Bolduc]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since yesterday, Chris Kreider has been a hot topic around town. The power forward had his contract bought out by the Anaheim Ducks and is now a free agent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-his-arrival-wouldnt-really-help-zachary-bolduc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-his-arrival-wouldnt-really-help-zachary-bolduc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insider Doubts Canadiens and Blue Jackets Trade, Given What’s Needed in the Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Popular opinion suggests the Montreal Canadiens would be the frontrunners in a trade involving Kirill Marchenko. While the Columbus Blue Jackets haven&rsquo;t elected to shop the winger or decided to trade him, GM Don Waddell did admit that he&rsquo;s listening to any GM who comes to him with a solid trade idea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/insider-doubts-canadiens-and-blue-jackets-trade-given-whats-needed-in-the-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/insider-doubts-canadiens-and-blue-jackets-trade-given-whats-needed-in-the-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[José Théodore: Don’t expect to see the same Jakub Dobes as in the playoffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a superb playoff run and a new contract, it's only natural that expectations for Jakub Dobes will be higher this season. Barring a major turnaround, he'll be the Canadiens' No.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jos-thodore-dont-expect-to-see-the-same-jakub-dobes-as-in-the-playoffs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jos-thodore-dont-expect-to-see-the-same-jakub-dobes-as-in-the-playoffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin Laperri&egrave;re on David Reinbacher: 'He&rsquo;s knocking on the NHL&rsquo;s door']]></title><description><![CDATA[After so many injuries and a rather slow development, it's time for David Reinbacher to claim his spot in the NHL. It all starts now with the Canadiens' training camps.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-laperriegravere-on-david-reinbacher-hersquos-knocking-on-the-nhlrsquos-door/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/martin-laperriegravere-on-david-reinbacher-hersquos-knocking-on-the-nhlrsquos-door/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Time Zdeno Chara Almost Signed a Contract with the CH]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just imagine: Zdeno Chara with the Montreal Canadiens. We can all agree&hellip; that would have been quite a story. That said, Renaud Lavoie shared a rather unique story involving the former Bruins defenseman and former Canadiens general manager, Marc Bergevin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-time-zdeno-chara-almost-signed-a-contract-with-the-ch/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-time-zdeno-chara-almost-signed-a-contract-with-the-ch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking Down a Potential Canadiens’ NHL Trade Package For Marchenko ]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the Montreal Canadiens reportedly being one of the most aggressive NHL Trade suitors for Kirill Marchenko, what could a good trade for both teams look like?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/breaking-down-apotential-canadiens-nhl-trade-packagefor-marchenko/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/breaking-down-apotential-canadiens-nhl-trade-packagefor-marchenko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle: An (Encouraging) Update on the Defenseman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle underwent surgery this summer. Our colleague Maxime Truman actually published an article yesterday with the latest updates on the story. Did you miss it?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-an-encouraging-update-on-the-defenseman/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-an-encouraging-update-on-the-defenseman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caufield, Habs ready for Atlantic Division battle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cole Caufield and his teammates took a massive step last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/caufield-habs-ready-for-atlantic-division-battle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/caufield-habs-ready-for-atlantic-division-battle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens: The season’s first lines and pairs have been announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[Training camp has begun in Brossard. All the Canadiens players are in town. The Habs golf tournament will take place next week, in four days. So the season is approaching.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-the-seasons-first-lines-and-pairs-have-been-announced/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-the-seasons-first-lines-and-pairs-have-been-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Shows Why We&rsquo;ve Been Getting the 'Players&rsquo; Coach' Thing Wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[There&rsquo;s a funny thing about hockey coaches. If they yell at everybody, they&rsquo;re tough. If they&rsquo;re quiet, they&rsquo;re mysterious. And if they actually get along with their players, well, apparently they must be too soft.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/st-louis-shows-why-wersquove-been-getting-the-playersrsquo-coach-thing-wrong/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/st-louis-shows-why-wersquove-been-getting-the-playersrsquo-coach-thing-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield: The American Who Doesn’t Want to Return Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[It started with Matthew Tkachuk and Alex DeBrincat. We could even add Jeff Petry's name to that list. Then came Donald Trump's second election, the Four Nations Tournament, and the Olympics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-the-american-who-doesnt-want-to-return-home/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-the-american-who-doesnt-want-to-return-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider Update: The Bruins Are Hot on the Canadiens’ Heels]]></title><description><![CDATA[What will Chris Kreider do in the coming hours or days? As you know, we fully expect him to take advantage of his free agency (I don't expect him to be claimed off waivers) to choose his next team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-update-the-bruins-are-hot-on-the-canadiens-heels/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-update-the-bruins-are-hot-on-the-canadiens-heels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the Canadiens Put Hutson in the Best Position to Succeed in 2026-27]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in an enviable position regarding defenseman Lane Hutson. There&rsquo;s of course his eight-year, $70.8 million contract, which ranks among the best on the team (and in the league).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/how-the-canadiens-put-hutson-in-the-best-position-to-succeed-in-2026-27/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/how-the-canadiens-put-hutson-in-the-best-position-to-succeed-in-2026-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider has already asked the Canadiens to trade for him]]></title><description><![CDATA[So what? Would you like to see Chris Kreider come to town? Because ever since yesterday, the topic has been all the rage. And that's no surprise: the guy wants to come back to the East and play for a good team following his split with the Ducks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-has-already-asked-the-canadiens-to-trade-for-him/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-has-already-asked-the-canadiens-to-trade-for-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barry Melrose was one of NHL's biggest personalities, and one of its biggest advocates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you agreed with him, disagreed with him, or followed his career as a coach or player, you knew who Barry Melrose was if you were even a casual hockey fan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/barry-melrose-was-one-of-nhls-biggest-personalities-and-one-of-its-biggest-advocates/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/barry-melrose-was-one-of-nhls-biggest-personalities-and-one-of-its-biggest-advocates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derek Lalonde speaks his mind about Martin St-Louis’s approach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin St-Louis has always been known as a coach who is close to his players. Since taking over as head coach of the Canadiens, there has been frequent talk of his ability to communicate with them, give them a certain amount of freedom, and build a relationship that differs from that of some more traditional coaches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/derek-lalonde-speaks-his-mind-about-martin-st-louiss-approach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/derek-lalonde-speaks-his-mind-about-martin-st-louiss-approach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Potential landing spots for former Ducks forward Chris Kreider]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is expected to be a market for Kreider when he passes waivers and becomes a free agent. So let's take a look at four teams that could be a good fit for him this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/potential-landing-spots-for-former-ducks-forward-chris-kreider/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/potential-landing-spots-for-former-ducks-forward-chris-kreider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Kaiden Guhle Case: The Canadiens Need to Sign a Defenseman]]></title><description><![CDATA[So, does that mean Kaiden Guhle might miss the start of the season? Wait, it goes further than that: in today's article by our colleague Maxime Truman (which sheds important light on the defenseman), we learn that Guhle could miss more than just a few games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-kaiden-guhle-case-the-canadiens-need-to-sign-a-defenseman/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-kaiden-guhle-case-the-canadiens-need-to-sign-a-defenseman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andre Pronovost Passes Away At 90]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an unfortunate update, the Montreal Canadiens announced that former winger Andr&eacute; Pronovost has passed away at the age of 90. Given his lengthy life, it&rsquo;s no surprise that it&rsquo;s been some time since Pronovost last appeared in an NHL contest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/andre-pronovost-passes-away-at-90/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/andre-pronovost-passes-away-at-90/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Montreal Canadiens Star Has Reportedly Died]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andre Pronovost, a former Montreal Canadiens left winger who won four consecutive Stanley Cups during one of the NHL&rsquo;s most dominant stretches, has died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-star-has-reportedly-died/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-montreal-canadiens-star-has-reportedly-died/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE | Details of Kaiden Guhle’s Second Surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, Habs fans were riled up when a video was posted showing Kaiden Guhle skating in his sweatpants, while all the other Habs defensemen were skating together in full gear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/exclusive-details-of-kaiden-guhles-second-surgery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/exclusive-details-of-kaiden-guhles-second-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Canadiens Are Showing the Maple Leafs a Better Way to Build]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is probably a little too much Leafs-Habs comparison going on these days. In a recent post&rsquo;s discussion section, one commenter even suggested there might be some kind of "rivalry fixation" going on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-showing-the-maple-leafs-a-better-way-to-build/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-canadiens-are-showing-the-maple-leafs-a-better-way-to-build/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Kreider Linked to the Canadiens by a New York Reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[As you may have seen, Chris Kreider will be a free agent. He'll have the chance to sign a contract as a free agent in the coming days. So the question is: Would he want to come to Montreal?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-linked-to-the-canadiens-by-a-new-york-reporter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/chris-kreider-linked-to-the-canadiens-by-a-new-york-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4-time Stanley Cup champion Andre Pronovost dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Montreal Canadiens forward Andre Pronovost, a four-time Stanley Cup champion, died on Tuesday at age 90. He helped the Canadiens capture the Stanley Cup in each of his first four seasons in the NHL (1956-57 to 1959-60).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/4-time-stanley-cup-champion-andre-pronovost-dies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/4-time-stanley-cup-champion-andre-pronovost-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four-time Stanley Cup champion André Pronovost passes away at 90]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decorated NHL alum has passed away. On Wednesday, the Montreal Canadiens announced that four-time Stanley Cup champion Andre Pronovost died on Sept. 8 at the age of 90.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/four-time-stanley-cup-champion-andr-pronovost-passes-away-at-90/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/four-time-stanley-cup-champion-andr-pronovost-passes-away-at-90/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Canadiens winger, four-time Stanley Cup champion André Pronovost dead at 90]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Montreal Canadiens winger Andr&eacute; Pronovost, who won four straight Stanley Cups with the Habs, has died at 90.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-canadiens-winger-four-time-stanley-cup-champion-andr-pronovost-dead-at-90/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/former-canadiens-winger-four-time-stanley-cup-champion-andr-pronovost-dead-at-90/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexander Zharovsky scores his first goal of the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[In his second game of the season, Alexander Zharovsky recorded two assists. And this morning (Quebec time, at least), the Montreal Canadiens prospect found the back of the net for the first time in the 2026&ndash;2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-scores-his-first-goal-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/alexander-zharovsky-scores-his-first-goal-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeff Gorton: 'Here&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;ll never trade Josh Anderson']]></title><description><![CDATA[I don&rsquo;t know if you&rsquo;re watching the series &ldquo;The Rebuild&rdquo; on Crave. If so, you may have noticed that Jeff Gorton is taking center stage. And I don't mean that in a negative way&mdash;after all, he is still the club's president of hockey operations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jeff-gorton-herersquos-why-wersquoll-never-trade-josh-anderson/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/jeff-gorton-herersquos-why-wersquoll-never-trade-josh-anderson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is the Montreal Canadiens’ Ceiling in 2026-27?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens are no longer entering a season simply hoping to see progress from their young core. After what they accomplished in 2025-26, expectations have changed significantly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-is-the-montreal-canadiens-ceiling-in-2026-27/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/what-is-the-montreal-canadiens-ceiling-in-2026-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Hage’s Season and Its Impact on Oliver Kapanen’s Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[A few months ago, Kent Hughes said he believed that young Oliver Kapanen had what it takes to compete to be the team's second-line center in the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hages-season-and-its-impact-on-oliver-kapanens-future/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/michael-hages-season-and-its-impact-on-oliver-kapanens-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Prospects Pushing For Limited Opportunities]]></title><description><![CDATA[A total 23 of the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; prospects will begin Rookie Camp on September 11, with five days to do what every young hockey player dreams of doing: make someone upstairs wonder how the hell they are going to find room for him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-prospects-pushing-for-limited-opportunities/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-prospects-pushing-for-limited-opportunities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kaiden Guhle underwent surgery this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the past few days, the Kaiden Guhle situation has been the talk of the town. We know that the defenseman hasn't yet taken to the ice with his teammates in his full uniform in Brossard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-underwent-surgery-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kaiden-guhle-underwent-surgery-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defensive play: 'Lane Hutson is the most underrated player in the entire NHL']]></title><description><![CDATA[Lane Hutson is getting ready to start his third full season in the NHL. Since his debut, he has continued to impress, especially on offense. And despite what some social media users may say, his defensive play continues to improve as well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/defensive-play-lane-hutson-is-the-most-underrated-player-in-the-entire-nhl/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/defensive-play-lane-hutson-is-the-most-underrated-player-in-the-entire-nhl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadien: An Important Date to Watch for a Potential Trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the start of the summer, Kent Hughes has not been able to add an NHL-caliber player to his roster. He hasn't lost any talent (except for some depth players), but he hasn't added any either.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadien-an-important-date-to-watch-for-a-potential-trade/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadien-an-important-date-to-watch-for-a-potential-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connor McDavid Shows His Love for the Canadiens Fans and the Bell Centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connor McDavid's future in Edmonton is the subject of much speculation. We know that the Oilers' captain, who is currently in the first year of a two-year contract, wants to win&hellip; and that he hasn't been able to do so in Alberta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/connor-mcdavid-shows-his-love-for-the-canadiens-fans-and-the-bell-centre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/connor-mcdavid-shows-his-love-for-the-canadiens-fans-and-the-bell-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should the Canadiens Michael Hage Stay in College?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There&rsquo;s a funny thing about prospects. Everybody wants to know when they&rsquo;re coming, but sometimes the better question is whether they&rsquo;re actually ready when they get there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/should-the-canadiens-michael-hage-stay-in-college/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/should-the-canadiens-michael-hage-stay-in-college/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Top 10 Prospects: #2-#1]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have seen many of their top prospects graduate to the NHL over the past few seasons. Despite this, the Canadiens still have a very solid prospect group.&nbsp; Over the next week, I&rsquo;ll discuss my top 10 prospects in the Montreal Canadiens organization.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-top-10-prospects-2-1/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-top-10-prospects-2-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In the news today: Is Oliver Kapanen worth $7 million a year?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, Boston Bruins forward Fraser Minten signed a seven-year, $50.4 million contract. That works out to an annual salary of $7.2 million. For those unfamiliar with Minten, he is a former Leafs prospect who was traded as part of the deal that brought Brandon Carlo to Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/in-the-news-today-is-oliver-kapanen-worth-7-million-a-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/in-the-news-today-is-oliver-kapanen-worth-7-million-a-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$20 million a year for Suzuki in 2030: That wouldn’t surprise Arpon Basu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Suzuki was Marc Bergevin's biggest coup during his time in Montreal. Not only did he acquire him from the Knights, but he also signed him to an eight-year contract worth $7.875 million annually.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/20-million-a-year-for-suzuki-in-2030-that-wouldnt-surprise-arpon-basu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/20-million-a-year-for-suzuki-in-2030-that-wouldnt-surprise-arpon-basu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here’s what it would take to trade Samuel Montembeault]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the big questions just a few days before the start of the Canadiens' training camp is which goalies will start the season with the big club. A three-goalie rotation isn't ideal, but it's quite possible that Jakub Dobes, Jacob Fowler, and Samuel Montembeault will start the season with the big club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heres-what-it-would-take-to-trade-samuel-montembeault/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/heres-what-it-would-take-to-trade-samuel-montembeault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GM and Coach Misaligned in Montreal on What to Do with Arber Xhekaj?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There&rsquo;s been talk of late about what the Montreal Canadiens should do with defenseman Arber Xhekaj. Still unsigned, trade speculation has surfaced, as has the idea of moving him from the blue line to forward, simply because he doesn&rsquo;t have a guaranteed spot as a defender with this current roster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gm-and-coach-misaligned-in-montreal-on-what-to-do-with-arber-xhekaj/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gm-and-coach-misaligned-in-montreal-on-what-to-do-with-arber-xhekaj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov 'uninterested and out of shape': recurring concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov isn&rsquo;t exactly inspiring confidence right now. The Canadiens' first-round pick in the 2026 draft, who has failed to break into his KHL team's lineup, is currently playing in the junior leagues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-uninterested-and-out-of-shape-recurring-concerns/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-uninterested-and-out-of-shape-recurring-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['If the Canadiens make a move, it will be for a winger.']]></title><description><![CDATA[We talked about this yesterday, but the coming week will be important for Kent Hughes. Why? Because the Canadiens' GM will be facing the Montreal media in six days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-the-canadiens-make-a-move-it-will-be-for-a-winger/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/if-the-canadiens-make-a-move-it-will-be-for-a-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov Criticized by Grant McCagg: 'A Far Cry from Tom Wilson']]></title><description><![CDATA[Is Gleb Pugachyov in good enough shape? It's a straightforward question, but one worth asking. Why? Because Grant McCagg, the former Canadiens scout who follows the team and its prospects, raised the issue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-criticized-by-grant-mccagg-a-far-cry-from-tom-wilson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-criticized-by-grant-mccagg-a-far-cry-from-tom-wilson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026-27 NHL team preview: Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2025-2026 season with high hopes. After missing three straight playoff appearances, the team registered 40 wins for the first time since 2018-19 in 2024-25.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/2026-27-nhl-team-preview-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/2026-27-nhl-team-preview-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arber Xhekaj on the offensive: Is the front office more open-minded than Martin St-Louis?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you looking forward to it starting? Starting next week, the Canadiens' training camp will get underway. And we'll start to get some answers about the lines Martin St-Louis has put together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-on-the-offensive-is-the-front-office-more-open-minded-than-martin-st-louis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/arber-xhekaj-on-the-offensive-is-the-front-office-more-open-minded-than-martin-st-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Juraj Slafkovsky Designs Vomit Bags]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finally. The team is back together: Juraj Slafkovsky has arrived in Montreal and even skated today. New year, same Slaf. The Slovak hasn't lost any of his qualities off the ice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-juraj-slafkovsky-designs-vomit-bags/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 01:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/when-juraj-slafkovsky-designs-vomit-bags/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens Top 10 Prospects: #4-#3]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens have seen many of their top prospects graduate to the NHL over the past few seasons. Despite this, the Canadiens still have a very solid prospect group.&nbsp; Over the next week, I&rsquo;ll discuss my top 10 prospects in the Montreal Canadiens organization.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-top-10-prospects-4-3/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/montreal-canadiens-top-10-prospects-4-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIDEO: Gleb Pugachyov takes a hard fall in his first game of the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Gleb Pugachyov, the Canadiens' most recent first-round pick, played his first game of the season. For the occasion, the kid was on his team's first line in the MHL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-gleb-pugachyov-takes-a-hard-fall-in-his-first-game-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/video-gleb-pugachyov-takes-a-hard-fall-in-his-first-game-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juraj Slafkovský is skating in Brossard for the first time this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, our colleague Maxime Truman noted that all of the CH players have now returned to the city. Many of them spent the summer in Quebec, but others took advantage of the past few months to recharge away from Montreal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsk-is-skating-in-brossard-for-the-first-time-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/juraj-slafkovsk-is-skating-in-brossard-for-the-first-time-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Young Core Is Showing the Maple Leafs What They Got Wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[There&rsquo;s an easy way to read a recent Montreal Canadiens story. Their young stars are taking less money because they want to win. The Toronto Maple Leafs&lsquo; young stars took more money because they wanted to get paid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-young-core-is-showing-the-maple-leafs-what-they-got-wrong/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-young-core-is-showing-the-maple-leafs-what-they-got-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHL Rumors: Hellebuyck Update, Guathier AAV, Demidov Deal Reality]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s NHL rumors rundown, Ivan Demidov&rsquo;s agent has revealed that the Montreal Canadiens star willingly left money on the table to help the team build around him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhl-rumors-hellebuyck-update-guathier-aav-demidov-deal-reality/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhl-rumors-hellebuyck-update-guathier-aav-demidov-deal-reality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gleb Pugachyov in action today | Two assists for Alexander Zharovsky]]></title><description><![CDATA[In recent days, rumors had been circulating that Gleb Pugachyov would not be starting the season in the KHL. That made sense, considering he wasn't going to travel with his KHL team for the first games of the regular season, which is already underway in Russia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-in-action-today-two-assists-for-alexander-zharovsky/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-in-action-today-two-assists-for-alexander-zharovsky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent: Demidov Took Less For Chance To Win With Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Milstein of Goldstar Hockey confirmed to the Montreal Gazette&rsquo;s Herb Zurkowsky that his client Ivan Demidov indeed left money on the table to get a deal done early with the Montreal Canadiens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/agent-demidov-took-less-for-chance-to-win-with-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/agent-demidov-took-less-for-chance-to-win-with-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CH Players Arrive Late: No Reason to Panic]]></title><description><![CDATA[That's it&mdash;we're almost there. The Canadiens Children's Foundation Golf Tournament will take place in exactly one week, and training camp will begin two days later in Brossard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-players-arrive-late-no-reason-to-panic/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ch-players-arrive-late-no-reason-to-panic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadiens’ Demidov Knew What He Was Doing with Unexpected Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a time when some players are grabbing as much of their piece of the pie as they can, Ivan Demidov&lsquo;s agent, Dan Milstein, says his client wanted his eight-year deal done quickly and to leave money on the table so that the Montreal Canadiens could sign other players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-demidov-knew-what-he-was-doing-with-unexpected-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/canadiens-demidov-knew-what-he-was-doing-with-unexpected-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Demidov has kept his end of the (implicit) agreement; now it’s up to Kent Hughes to do the same]]></title><description><![CDATA[I was in the stands at Stade H&eacute;bert yesterday when I saw the news break: Ivan Demidov's agent publicly stated that if it were up to him, Ivan Demidov wouldn't have left (as much, at least) money on the table when signing his eight-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/demidov-has-kept-his-end-of-the-implicit-agreement-now-its-up-to-kent-hughes-to-do-the-same/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/demidov-has-kept-his-end-of-the-implicit-agreement-now-its-up-to-kent-hughes-to-do-the-same/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Canadiens Prospects to Watch at  2026 Rookie Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens season is on the horizon and soon they will hit the ice for training camp. First up, youngsters enter the spotlight as rookie camp is set to begin on Friday, September 11.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-prospects-to-watch-at-2026-rookie-camp/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/3-canadiens-prospects-to-watch-at-2026-rookie-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I expect Samuel Montembeault to make a spectacular comeback']]></title><description><![CDATA[Is the Canadiens heading toward a three-way goaltending situation? If everyone stays healthy and Samuel Montembeault isn't traded, the Canadiens will have some big decisions to make regarding their goaltenders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-expect-samuel-montembeault-to-make-a-spectacular-comeback/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-expect-samuel-montembeault-to-make-a-spectacular-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kent Hughes Faces a Crucial Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a week, it will be the Canadiens' golf tournament. In many ways, this marks the start of the season. Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton will face the media after a few months away from the cameras.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-faces-a-crucial-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/kent-hughes-faces-a-crucial-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cole Caufield Just Missed the Top 30 NHL Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Sunday, the NHL website began its countdown of the top 50 NHL players. From No. 50 to No. 41, there were no Canadiens players in sight. Today, the league continued the countdown, ranking players from No.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-just-missed-the-top-30-nhl-players/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/cole-caufield-just-missed-the-top-30-nhl-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I think Arber Xhekaj could be a good third-pair defenseman, but not with the CH.']]></title><description><![CDATA[When will Arber Xhekaj's contract be extended? That's one of the most frequently asked questions in Montreal, along with the situation involving Zachary Bolduc, who is also still without a contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-think-arber-xhekaj-could-be-a-good-third-pair-defenseman-but-not-with-the-ch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/i-think-arber-xhekaj-could-be-a-good-third-pair-defenseman-but-not-with-the-ch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gleb Pugachyov needs to play regularly' &mdash; Grant McCagg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montreal Canadiens fans will have another prospect to watch this year in the KHL. Last year, there were already Alexander Zharovsky, Bogdan Konyushkov, and others, but now we can add Gleb Pugachyov to the list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-needs-to-play-regularly-mdash-grant-mccagg/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gleb-pugachyov-needs-to-play-regularly-mdash-grant-mccagg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Demidov’s agent wanted a different contract for his client]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Montreal Canadiens, as we know, have their core players signed to long-term contracts at reasonable prices. Ivan Demidov is the most recent core player to extend his contract, to $9.15 million per season for eight years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidovs-agent-wanted-a-different-contract-for-his-client/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/ivan-demidovs-agent-wanted-a-different-contract-for-his-client/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grant McCagg believes that Aatos Koivu is ahead of Oliver Kapanen at the same age]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aatos Koivu isn&rsquo;t a name you hear mentioned all that often among the Montreal Canadiens&rsquo; prospects. That's not entirely surprising, since he didn't put up big numbers in the Finnish professional league last year (nine points in 47 games).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/grant-mccagg-believes-that-aatos-koivu-is-ahead-of-oliver-kapanen-at-the-same-age/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/grant-mccagg-believes-that-aatos-koivu-is-ahead-of-oliver-kapanen-at-the-same-age/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gallagher Speaks On His Final Year With The Montreal Canadiens]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an interview on the podcast &lsquo;100% Canucks&rsquo;, now-former Montreal Canadiens winger Brendan Gallagher continued to be respectful to his former team but also honest about what his last two seasons with the Canadiens were like.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gallagher-speaks-on-his-final-year-with-the-montreal-canadiens/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gallagher-speaks-on-his-final-year-with-the-montreal-canadiens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gallagher Believed Montreal Canadiens Would Trade Him in 2024-25]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an interview on the podcast &lsquo;100% Canucks&rsquo;, now-former Montreal Canadiens winger Brendan Gallagher continued to be respectful to his former team but also honest about what his last two seasons with the Canadiens were like.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gallagher-believed-montreal-canadiens-would-trade-him-in-2024-25/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/gallagher-believed-montreal-canadiens-would-trade-him-in-2024-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assistant Captain: 'Hutson would be my choice']]></title><description><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher's departure from the Montreal Canadiens this summer marked the end of a very significant chapter in the team's leadership, as Gally was one of the team's leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/assistant-captain-hutson-would-be-my-choice/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/assistant-captain-hutson-would-be-my-choice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Out of the Bleu, Blanc, Rouge: Montreal Canadiens: The Best Canadian Team?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The week&rsquo;s hottest Montreal Canadiens topics, served without the sugar-coating and with little concern for bruised feelings. Which Canadian team has the best chance of bringing the Stanley Cup back to Canada?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-the-best-canadian-team/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/out-of-the-bleu-blanc-rouge-montreal-canadiens-the-best-canadian-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The other teams are waiting for the Canadiens with a brick and a lantern.']]></title><description><![CDATA[We know we're repeating ourselves, but the CH hasn't had as eventful a summer as expected. And since Monday, the media hasn't stopped talking about it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-other-teams-are-waiting-for-the-canadiens-with-a-brick-and-a-lantern/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 03:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-other-teams-are-waiting-for-the-canadiens-with-a-brick-and-a-lantern/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Zachary Bolduc Case: 'Maybe a one-year contract would make sense']]></title><description><![CDATA[Zachary Bolduc currently still does not have a contract for the upcoming season. And with the team's golf tournament set to take place in less than 10 days, time is running out to reach an agreement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-zachary-bolduc-case-maybe-a-one-year-contract-would-make-sense/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/the-zachary-bolduc-case-maybe-a-one-year-contract-would-make-sense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHL 27: The Canadiens’ player faces look terrible]]></title><description><![CDATA[NHL 27, the latest installment in the annual series developed by EA Sports, will officially be released next Friday. But in reality, the game has been available since yesterday for those who pre-ordered the premium edition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhl-27-the-canadiens-player-faces-look-terrible/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/sport/ice-hockey-montreal-canadiens/nhl-27-the-canadiens-player-faces-look-terrible/</guid></item></channel></rss>