Top 5 Canadiens X-Factors for 2025-26
The top five Montreal Canadiens X-factors are potentially the difference between a playoff spot and contention as dark horses in 2025-26.
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4 Canadiens Named to Olympic Orientation Camps
For the Montreal Canadiens, several key names have emerged in recent discussions surrounding both Team Canada and Team USA for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Captain Nick Suzuki, defenceman Noah Dobson,…
Top 5 Canadiens Consolation Prizes to a Non-Playoff Finish in 2025-26
It would be a step back for the Montreal Canadiens to fall short of a playoff spot in 2025-26, but, obviously, not all would be lost.
How the Canadiens’ Patience Turned a Rebuild Into a Playoff Push
The Montreal Canadiens aren’t just turning a corner—they’re already halfway down the street. After years of laying the groundwork, they’ve reached a point where a playoff spot isn’t a pipe…
Canadiens’ Deficiencies on Defense Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Rumours of the Montreal Canadien ending up one of the worst defensive teams in the NHL in 2025-26 have been greatly exaggerated.
Canadiens’ Defence Could Be Elite for the Next Decade
The Montreal Canadiens have spent the last few years methodically rebuilding their roster, and while names like Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, and Ivan Demidov have grabbed the headlines, it’s on…
Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Noah Dobson
The offseason leading into the 2025-26 season continues, and with the major events such as the NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear…
4 Reasons the Canadiens Are the Most Improved Team in the Atlantic Division
The Montreal Canadiens might not be Stanley Cup favourites just yet, but there’s no denying that they’ve taken a significant step forward this offseason. Amid a relatively quiet summer for…
Senators’ Return to the Playoffs Not Guaranteed After Successful 2024-25 Season
I want to apologize for uttering words that no one wants to hear: Summer is halfway over. Not just for us, but throughout the NHL and every team that is…
5 Ways the Canadiens Are Better Ahead of 2025-26
The Montreal Canadiens are significantly better, at least on paper, relative to the team they iced in 2024-25. Here are five reasons how: