On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Brian Wilde joins Tony Marinaro to discuss Arber Xhekaj’s 1-year contract extension with the Montreal Canadiens, why both parties settle on a short-term deal, his role with the Habs this season, Alex Newhook subsequently signing a 4-year extension, what we can expect from number 15 after a very successful playoff run, Chris Kreider’s contribution to the Habs’ top 6, training camp preview and much more! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSickPodcastwithT...
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. The Montreal Canadiens announced the Arber Xhekaj signing at 5:01 pm ET and […]
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Former Colorado Avalanche forward and 2022 Stanley Cup champion Alex Newhook is staying in Montreal for the long haul. The […]
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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. Newhook, 25, began his career with the Colorado Avalanche. He was selected with the 16th overall pick of the 2019 NHL Draft from the BCHL’s Victoria Grizzlies, before playing collegiately with the Boston College Eagles. Beginning in the 2021-22 season, Newhook had already become a full-t...
The Montreal Canadiens have locked up another key forward long-term. The Canadiens and Alex Newhook have agreed to a four-year, $22.2-million contract extension, the team announced Tuesday. The new deal will begin next season after Newhook plays out the final year of a four-year, $11.6-million contract. Newhook had 13 goals and 25 points in 42 games last season, missing time with a fractured ankle that required surgery. He returned in late February and made a big impact in the playoffs, scorin...
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. The news of Arber Xhekaj re-signing comes just one day after Montreal Canadiens President of Hockey Operations Jeff Gorton told the reporters at the team’s annual golf tournament that the defenseman […]
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The Montreal Canadiens have announced the 57 players invited to the team’s training camp that will open this week.
Camp will open with physicals on Wednesday, followed by on-ice sessions on Thursday. The team’s first pre-season game will be Saturday, September 19 as two groups will play a home-and-home with the Toronto Maple Leafs that night. The team will play four pre-season games before the season opener on September 29, also against the Maple Leafs.
It will be the first time to s...
The Montreal Canadiens have released the list of players invited to their main training camp, with 57 members of the […]
Training camp is about to get underway and the Montreal Canadiens have no shortage of storylines. Sportsnet’s Albert Vartanian breaks down the biggest situations in Montreal – starting with Chris Kreider signing with the Habs and his relationship with Martin St. Louis, plus St. Louis’ new four-year contract, the crowded goaltending picture between Jakub Dobes, Sam Montembault and Jacob Fowler, Kaiden Guhle’s potential injury absence and what it means for the blue line and a full regular season...
The Montreal Canadiens got a few key pieces of business done on Tuesday, signing Arber Xhekaj to a one-year contract while also extending Alex Newhook on a four-year deal.
The Newfoundlander is getting a nice pay raise with the Canadiens, after wrapping up his current deal in 2026-27.
The Montreal Canadiens have announced they have agreed to terms with forward Alex Newhook on a four-year contract that carries […]
The Montreal Canadiens signed one of their key performers from last season’s playoff run, locking in Alex Newhook with a four-year contract extension at a cap hit of $5.55 million.
Les Canadiens s'entendent sur les termes d'un contrat de quatre saisons (2027-2028 à 2030-2031) avec l'attaquant Alex Newhook. The Canadiens have agreed to terms on a four-year contract (2027-28 to 2030-31) with forward Alex Newhook. #GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/fNbMz9ABrI — Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensM...
The Montreal Canadiens have come to terms with restricted free agent Arber Xhekaj, agreeing on a one-year contract that carries […]
Xhekaj is one of the toughest players in the NHL, earning a solid fan base in Montreal.
Just in time for training camp this week, the Montreal Canadiens have signed their last remaining restricted free agent, agreeing to a one-year deal with defenseman Arber Xhekaj for $1.5 million. Les Canadiens s'entendent sur les termes d'un contrat d'une saison (2026-2027) avec le défenseur Arber Xhekaj. The Canadiens have agreed to terms on a one-year contract (2026-27) with defenseman Arber Xhekaj. #GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/EuUVzKjVKV — Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) September 15, 2026 ...
The Montreal Canadiens have re-signed the last of their restricted free agents, keeping Arber Xhekaj in the fold with a new one-year contract.
Les Canadiens s'entendent sur les termes d'un contrat d'une saison (2026-2027) avec le défenseur Arber Xhekaj. The Canadiens have agreed to terms on a one-year contract (2026-27) with defenseman Arber Xhekaj. #GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/EuUVzKjVKV — Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) September 15, 2026
The cap hit is for $1.5 million. ...
Even if it didn’t look pretty, Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes inched closer to completing his roster by re-signing Zachary Bolduc.
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Ottawa Senators and Drake Batherson are working against a deadline as they try to finalize a long-term extension, while new details have emerged about…
Chris Johnston was asked if he thinks that Connor McDavid could wear a Montreal Canadiens jersey one day?
Chris Johnston was asked if he thinks that Connor McDavid could wear a Montreal Canadiens jersey one day?
The Montreal Canadiens faced a relatively difficult situation prior to signing veteran forward Chris Kreider. While the organization was highly […]
Eric Engels joins Tony Marinaro to share their expectations from Chris Kreider this season with the Montreal Canadiens! Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCPNJq6o7uf5_y3_wC7L3QTA Advertise with Sick Media: https://form.jotform.com/232115820405040 Subscribe to our Canadiens newsletter: https://sick-newsletter-canadiens.beehiiv.com/subscribe For the latest sports news and trending topics, visit our website: https://thesickpodcast.com/ Shop our merch: https://sickattire.com/colle...
For years, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Montreal Canadiens’ rebuild was whether the organization could eventually become an attractive destination for established NHL players. Montreal has always had…
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. During his media availability at the Montreal Canadiens golf tournament on Monday, Hughes made it clear that despite carrying three goalies for intervals of the 2025-26 regular […]
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