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Bottom Six Minutes: Can any NHL officials explain this?
The Montreal Canadiens fall to the Minnesota Wild in overtime on Tuesday, ending a night that doubles as a heartfelt farewell for veteran goalie Carey Price, who receives a rousing ovation at the Bell Centre. The blog highlights the intense competition between two of the season's top teams and raises questions about controversial officiating in the final six minutes, prompting readers to examine the officials’ calls that may have impacted the outcome.
Wednesday Habs Headlines: Iconic.
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Carey Price: Remembering a Hall of Fame career. [ Montreal Canadiens | Montreal Gazette | Journal de Montreal ] Samuel Montembeault’s return to practice creates a headache for Kent Hughes. [ RDS ] Hughes also expressed his surprise and confusion at Arber Xhekaj’s penalty against the Toronto Maple Leafs. [ Journal de Montreal ] Does Xhekaj have an undue reputation with the referees? [ The Hockey Writers ] Is another 50-goal season pos...
Canadiens vs. Wild Top Six Minutes: Minnesota ekes out a win in a battle of contenders
First period The checking is very tight in the opening minutes. Each team knows it faces a tough challenger in this game tonight. Montreal’s breakouts are looking great, with lots of support from the forwards. No one’s flying the zone looking for a stretch pass. Adam Engström displays great cap control and pokes the puck away from what was shaping up to be a two-on-two attack from Minnesota with speed. Minnesota has the first four shots. None of them that can really be ca...
Canadiens vs. Wild: Game thread, lines, and how to watch
The Canadiens host the Minnesota Wild on Nov. 10 at 7:00 PM EST, with the game streaming on TSN2/RDS in Canada and ESPN+ in the U.S. Both teams boast potent power plays—Montreal’s recent opponents have converted at a high rate, and the Wild score on roughly 25% of theirs. The post lists broadcast options, start times, and notes the matchup’s special teams edge, helping fans decide if they’ll tune in.
Canadiens vs. Wild: Game preview, start time, Tale of the Tape, and how to watch
The preview breaks down the Canadiens‑Wild clash set for 7:00 PM EST on Nov. 10, detailing broadcast options (TSN2/RDS in Montreal, MINNHL/Wild+ in Minnesota, ESPN+ in the U.S.) and streaming via RDS, TSN+ and ESPN+. It includes a quick "Tale of the Tape" with recent form and key players, plus a quirky anecdote about rookie goalie Jacob Fowler receiving a fake green apple after his earlier Toronto win.
Tuesday Habs Headlines: Hall of Famer
Montreal Canadiens News and Notes Looking back on Carey Price’s Hall of Fame career. [ Canadiens | TVA Sports | The Athletic | TVA Sports | Montreal Gazette ] For Price, it was always going to be Montreal and nowhere else. [ TVA Sports ] Price still speaks little but makes an impact. [ The Athletic ] Arber Xhekaj seems to have found his stride. [ Sportsnet | TVA Sports | La Presse ] Kaiden Guhle and Alexandre Carrier are contributing at an increasing rate. [ TVA Spor...
Why Jacob Fowler feels familiar
Goalie Jacob Fowler makes history as he blanks the St. Louis Blues 2-0 on Oct. 27, stopping 46 shots—half in the third period—to secure Montreal’s seventh straight win. The performance lifts him into the Canadiens’ record books and extends his active nine‑game point streak, during which he’s saved 258 of 277 shots for a .931 save percentage.
Monday Habs Headlines: Carey Price at home among the game’s greats
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Carey Price, the man, may have felt out of place at the Hockey Hall of Fame celebrations, but Carey Price, the player, was right where he belonged. [ RDS ] Price wanted to make sure his Indigenous heritage was featured of his Hall of Fame plaque. [ Journal de Montreal ] Price received a big cheer as he was introduced at Scotiabank Arena as part of the Hockey Hall of Fame celebrations. [ Journal de Montreal ] Price says Brad Marchand was h...
Bottom Six Minutes: The Xhekaj tax on full display in Toronto
The Canadiens survive a late scare to edge the Toronto Maple Leafs on Nov. 8, 2026, thanks to clutch goals from Chris Kreider, Zachary Bolduc and Alex Newhook. With the Maple Leafs' top line largely neutralized, Montreal leans on depth scoring to preserve the lead they built in the third period, showcasing the defensive impact of rookie defenseman Nikita Xhekaj – the “Xhekaj tax” that stifles Toronto’s offense. Jacob Fowler’s role remains limited as the Habs clinch a hard‑won road win over their historic rivals.
Sunday Habs Headlines: Questions emerging over Ivan Demidov’s injury
Montreal Canadiens news and notes The Canadiens are being tight-lipped about Ivan Demidov’s injury. [ Montreal Gazette ] Getting used to life after hockey, former Canadien Mike Weaver says the “transition into normal everyday life is very difficult.” [ Montreal Gazette ] Former Canadien Torrey Mitchell shares stories about what it was like having Kent Hughes as an agent. [ Hockey Inside/Out ] Geoff Molson put an end to the rumours about purchasing CF Montréal soccer ...
Canadiens @ Maple Leafs Top Six Minutes: Montreal locks down Toronto’s comeback bid
First period Alexandre Texier gets the first good chance of the game as the Leafs don’t pick him up at the bottom of the right circle. He cuts across the crease, but Sergei Bobrovsky stops him. A fourth line of Alex Newhook, Oliver Kapanen, and Kirby Dach pressure Gavin McKenna into a defensive-zone giveaway, and continues the intense shift to get Bobrovsky swimming in his crease. The goalie goes right, the puck goes left, and the shot from Alex Newhook that was heading wide ends u...
Canadiens @ Maple Leafs: Game preview, start time, Tale of the Tape, and how to watch
The preview details the Canadiens‑vs‑Maple Leafs showdown set for 7:00 PM EST on November 7, 2026, with TV options (Sportsnet, TVA Sports) and streaming via Sportsnet+, TVA Sports+ and ESPN+. Toronto rides a recent four‑game run where they outscored opponents 21‑9 between Oct. 19‑24, sparking optimism before they settled back into a steadier pace. The article breaks down start time, key stats, and how to watch, giving fans the essential info they need before the game.
Laval vs. Cleveland recap & highlights: An offensive storm by the Rocket bests the Monsters
The Laval Rocket bounced back from a heartbreaking overtime loss to Lehigh Valley by delivering an "offensive storm" against division rival Cleveland Monsters on Friday, November 7, 2026. Fueled by a revenge mindset, the Rocket dominated the home ice and secured a decisive victory, restoring momentum in their season. Highlights include a flurry of goals, standout performances from key players, and a stark contrast to their previous comeback that fell short. The win reinforces Laval’s push in the Atlantic Division and sets the tone for their upcoming games.
Saturday Habs Headlines: Ivan Demidov making progress in injury recovery
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Ivan Demidov is making progress from his injury, though recovery is taking longer than originally projected. [ Sportsnet ] Special teams have been a problem for Montreal. [ La Presse ] Cole Caufield is now firmly established as one of the game’s elite goal-scorers. [ Journal de Montreal ] He’s also the game’s best finisher. [ Journal de Montreal ] The Canadiens got the best version of Juraj Slafkovský on Thursday. [ The Athletic ] ...
Friday Habs Headlines: Hands off the panic button
Montreal Canadiens news and notes The history-making defeat to the Winnipeg Jets is not cause for alarm, says Antoine Roussel. [ Journal de Montreal ] Could the Habs be an outside contender for the Cup? [ Daily Faceoff ] Trevor Timmins still remembers the first time he saw Carey Price. [ RDS ] Five early frontrunners for NHL rookie of the year, including Jacob Fowler. [ Sportsnet ] The story of this great Canadian of the 1950s had to be told one day, and that is what...
Canadiens vs. Mammoth Top Six Minutes: Habs overpower Utah’s man advantage
Those were the best anthems the Bell Centre has heard since Ginette Reno used to sing them. First period Another matchup of two teams wearing dark jerseys. Everything sounds and looks great so far, now what about the hockey? Logan Cooley skates around Adam Engström, Jakub Dobeš only covered the near post, and a move to the backhand allows the Mammoth to open the scoring. That’s six goals for opponents at the Bell Centre in the span of 8:51 since Tyrel Bauer started Winn...
Canadiens vs. Mammoth: Game thread, lines, and how to watch
The preview details the Canadiens vs. Mammoth matchup on November 5, 2026, kicking off at 7:00 PM EST. Viewers can watch on TSN2 or RDS in Canada and Utah16 or Mammoth+ in the Mammoth region, with streaming on RDS, TSN+, and ESPN+. A key storyline is Nick Suzuki’s return after missing six games, as he pushes to rejoin the lineup. The article also lists broadcast lines and how to watch the game.
Canadiens vs. Mammoth: Game preview, start time, Tale of the Tape, and how to watch
The preview breaks down the Canadiens vs. Mammoth showdown set for 7:00 PM EST (5:00 PM PDT) on November 5, 2026. It lists broadcast options—TSN2/RDS in Canada and Utah16/Mammoth+ in the U.S., with streaming on RDS, TSN+, and ESPN+. After Montreal’s historic collapse—squandering a four‑goal lead with under three minutes left—the article previews key storylines, head‑to‑head stats, and how to watch the matchup.
Phantoms @ Rocket recap: Filip Mesar’s pair of goals not enough as Laval falls in overtime
In a thrilling overtime showdown on Nov. 5, 2026, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms edged the Laval Rocket 4-3 despite Filip Mesar's two late goals for Laval. The Rocket, fresh off a Halloween win, could not hold the lead after a 2‑1 deficit early in the third, while the Phantoms bounced back from an 8‑0 loss to Providence. Notable line changes include Jared Davidson moving to the second line with Laurent Dauphin and Brett Berard.
Thursday Habs Headlines: Moving forward after historic collapse
Montreal Canadiens news and notes As embarrassing and hard to comprehend as Tuesday’s loss to the Winnipeg Jets is, the Habs can’t let it define what’s next for them. [ TSN ] The big concern is what kind of impact such an epic meltdown might have on the team and Jacob Fowler. [ Montreal Gazette ] After the stunning collapse, the Canadiens are reminded that the game isn’t over until the final buzzer sounds. [ TSN ] Before the tables turned on Tuesday night, the big story w...
Bottom Six Minutes: The Habs embarrass themselves on home ice
The Montreal Canadiens built a 3-0 lead by the end of the second period against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night, then stretched the margin to four before the third period began. Despite a double‑shot‑clock penalty, goalie Jacob Fowler delivered a near‑shutout, only conceding a late goal in the final minutes. The article describes how the early dominance turned the contest into a formality and highlights the Canadiens' embarrassing self‑inflicted lapse near the end.
Montreal Canadiens North American Prospects Report: Michael Hage and Brayden Klimpke come out of the gate running
The Montreal Canadiens’ North American prospects report spotlights Michael Hage and Brayden Klimpke accelerating their development early in the season. Meanwhile, OHL forward J.-S. Daigneault, who logged an assist and a +3 rating in Brantford’s first eight games, is traded to the North Bay Battalion on October 9, with Bulldogs GM Spencer Hyman praising his character. The moves underscore the depth of talent the Canadiens and OHL clubs are cultivating ahead of the 2026‑27 campaign.
Wednesday Habs Headlines: Stepping up at centre
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Phillip Danault and Jake Evans have been brilliant in making up for Nick Suzuki’s absence. [ RDS ] Ivan Demidov is testing the condition of his injured foot. [ RDS ] Despite the competition, Montreal Canadiens goaltenders Jacob Fowler and Jakub Dobes seem to be enjoying a real “bromance”. [ Journal de Montreal ] Laval Rocket goaltender Kevin Mandolese is coming to grips with the loss of his father. [ Montreal Gazette ] Luke Mittelsta...
Canadiens vs. Jets Top Six Minutes: Habs blow a 4-0 lead in final three minutes
First period I full attire with this jersey looks pretty good. I’m just not sure why the logo needed to be white. I’m seeing the Canadiens waving their stick at the puck trying to knock it away while maintaining body positioning. It’s been several players on several lines, so maybe something they worked in with a couple of days off. The fourth line, or the OOF line as it was named last game, picks up where it left off. A relentless forecheck gets the puck to the net on several...
The Graves of the Montreal Canadiens, Part IV
In Part IV of “The Graves of the Montreal Canadiens,” the author reflects on visiting the cemeteries of the team’s early legends during a cross‑Canada road trip. By exploring the resting places of trailblazing Canadiens, the piece links past heroes to today’s fandom, urging readers to honor history while looking ahead to the future of the franchise.
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