'It's always been about winning to me,' Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher says Winger said he believes in GM Marc Bergevin's vision and that the development of Nick Suzuki shows Montreal is headed in the right direction.
WatchCanadiens' Nick Suzuki hopes to build on, and continue, rookie season Suzuki said he received encouragement and helping hands from teammates like Nate Thompson and Phil Danault.
Canadiens add KHL's Vasili Demchenko to backup goalie fray Six-foot-one, 165-pound Russian has put up good numbers on a couple of very bad Kontinental Hockey League teams since his debut in 2011-12.
NHL pause affords Canadiens' Chiarot time to bond with baby daughter "That's one of the big pluses for me," says Habs defenceman who was enjoying career season before COVID-19 pandemic shut down league.
WatchExtensions for Canadiens' Tatar and linemates should be a priority "We understand each other on the ice," Habs left-winger says. "My production is a reflection of them."
Canadiens preparing for any draft scenario, assistant GM Timmins says Loss of junior showcase events means there will be more risk involved in this year's draft picks for the Habs and their NHL foes.
'I want to be ready,' Canadiens coach Julien says if NHL season resumes "I'm doing everything to stay on top of our team, to stay on top of our game," he says during conference call.
Canadiens sign Gustav Olofsson to one-year, two-way contract Swedish defenceman played 59 games this season with the AHL's Laval Rocket, posting 1-16-17 totals.Read the Full Story →
Canadiens sign forward Alex Belzile to two-way contract He was limited to 20 games this season with Laval Rocket because of injuries, posting 7-7-14 totals.
WatchCanadiens prospect Cole Caufield returning to Wisconsin next season "This additional year in the NCAA will benefit Cole and will allow him to continue developing his skills," Habs GM Marc Bergevin says.
Hickey on hockey: COVID-19 could have two key repercussions on NHL Next season's salary cap and escrow payments hang in balance if games and/or playoffs are cancelled.Read the Full Story →
WatchCanadiens’ Mete faces roster battle next season | HI/O Bonus The panel discusses Canadiens defenceman Victor Mete and the fight he’ll face next season for a regular spot on the blue line.
Stu Cowan: Echoes of 1919 — Spanish flu put end to Canadiens' Cup run Series against Seattle Metropolitans had to be cancelled after five games and marked the first of two times that Stanley Cup wasn't awarded.
Stu Cowan: Canadiens' Nick Suzuki conjures memories of Saku Koivu Rookie's performance this season has many similarities to what former captain did during his first year in NHL with the Habs.Read the Full Story →
Canadiens Notebook: Coronavirus is on the minds of Habs players Defenceman Noah Juulsen returns to the Laval Rocket lineup for the first time since Nov. 29.
Liveblog replay: Canadiens cut deficit in half, but not enough to beat Predators Predators score four in the second period, edge Habs 4-2.
About Last Night: Habs should focus on getting the Rocket into the playoffs The Rocket could really use players as they try to avoid the same fate that awaits the Canadiens
WatchNashville Predators at Canadiens: Five things you should know With Tomas Tatar out of the Canadiens' lineup, Paul Byron and Joël Armia have joined Phil Danault on the top line.
WatchUPDATE: Canadiens restrict media access to players over coronavirus fears A team spokesman said the change was made at the behest of the NHL, which is expected to unveil a leaguewide policy shortly.
WatchCanadiens’ inconsistency descends to farm team | HI/O Bonus "If you want to see what the Canadiens' future looks like, it looks exactly like the present."
About Last Night — It's hard for Habs fans not to feel apathetic about their team The Canadiens aren't playing like the 'no quit Montreal Canadiens' Geoff Molson was happy about in February.
Canadiens Game Day: Another loss on night Habs honour Henri Richard Pregame video tribute to late Hall of Famer a reminder of team's glory days that continue to fade with another season of missing playoffs.Read the Full Story →