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CH: A Look Back at a Very Encouraging Training Camp… and Our Predictions
Tony Patoine

That’s it—the CH’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 “real deal”! They were outstanding Lane Hutson: Can we expect anything less […]

CH: A Look Back at a Very Encouraging Training Camp… and Our Predictions
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Kirby Dach: “The only bright spot is that he didn’t get hurt.”
Mathis Therrien

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. Several players needed to prove themselves, but not all of […]

Kirby Dach: “The only bright spot is that he didn’t get hurt.”
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Training camp is over: Here’s the biggest area the CH needs to work on
Mathis Therrien

The Montreal Canadiens’ 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. with the waivers, before we can really get down to business. We’re all really excited for the season opener on Tuesday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, especially after the […]

Training camp is over: Here’s the biggest area the CH needs to work on
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Samuel Montembeault deserves the backup goalie spot
Mathis Therrien

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 […]

Samuel Montembeault deserves the backup goalie spot
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Kaiden Guhle could once again defy the doctors’ predictions
Mathis Therrien

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. However, once again, it’s possible that the Habs’ No. 21 could return sooner than […]

Kaiden Guhle could once again defy the doctors’ predictions
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“Kent Hughes loves to disagree,” says Jeff Gorton
Mathis Therrien

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. The Habs have […]

“Kent Hughes loves to disagree,” says Jeff Gorton
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Wild vs. Stars: A brawl worthy of the playoffs in the middle of a preseason game
Mathis Therrien

The preseason games are coming to an end, as tonight marks the final night of the preseason before the season kicks off next Tuesday. The intensity is set to ramp up significantly very soon in the National Hockey League, and in fact, it’s already quite evident in some games. In fact, last night, it really […]

Wild vs. Stars: A brawl worthy of the playoffs in the middle of a preseason game
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Jayden Struble Could Already Be Slipping in the Habs’ pecking order
Vincent Larue

Kaiden Guhle’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. Struble had a rough night yesterday, notably committing two turnovers. Mitch Gallo of TSN 690 was particularly harsh on him on X. […]

Jayden Struble Could Already Be Slipping in the Habs’ pecking order
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$53 million in savings: The CH’s “culture” will eventually pay off…
Tony Patoine

Those who have been reading my blog for 25 years (yes, there really are some!) know that I’m not a big fan of terms with quasi-esoteric connotations when it comes to sports.  Terms like “aura” and “culture” always make me smile a little. Even if it almost sounds like you’re hearing the voices of angels, […]

$53 million in savings: The CH’s “culture” will eventually pay off…
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Chris Kreider: Pierre LeBrun tempers expectations
Vincent Larue

Let’s face it, Chris Kreider’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. But we also need to keep expectations in check. That’s essentially the message Pierre LeBrun conveyed regarding the Canadiens’ new addition. Appearing on “Melnick […]

Chris Kreider: Pierre LeBrun tempers expectations