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Abby Roque scores twice as the Montreal Victoire stuns the Ottawa Charge 3-2 in Game 1 after Nicole Gosling tied it with 2.1 seconds left.

Miracle in Laval: Victoire score late, win in OT to take Game 1

Game 5 of the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres' second-round series got off to a start that could charitably be called "chaotic." With five goals in the opening 10:15 of play, it was far from a...

Martin St-Louis's faith in Jakub Dobeš made the difference in Game 5

In today's links, the Canadiens are reaping the fruits of their rebuild, the Victoire take game 1, and the Edmonton Oilers fire their head coach.

Friday Habs Headlines: Culmination

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Ivan Demidov finally scores first playoff goal in Canadiens win over Sabres

Ivan Demidov finally found the back of the net, scoring his first career Stanley Cup Playoff goal in the Montreal Canadiens Game 5 victory over the Buffalo Sabres.

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10 Thoughts: Special Teams Earn Habs Game 5 Win

After a very eventful first period that had them trailing, the Habs bounced back in a big way on Thursday night in Buffalo. They scored three times in the second while Ivan Demidov picked up his fi...

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Top Six Minutes: Habs win fifth road game, takes 3-2 series lead

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Lane Hutson is officially producing at a superstar level in the Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Montreal Canadiens made shockwaves during the 2022 NHL Draft when they snagged Juraj Slafkovsky with the first-overall selection. There was an audible gasp

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Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket 📋

One spot up for grabs to round out Conference Finals

Habs Up 3-2 on Sabres 👊

Canadiens grab pivotal Game 5 road win as series shifts back to Montreal

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Canadiens vs. Sabres Game 5: Thread, lines, and how to watch

Montreal tries to regain the series lead it lost in Game 4.

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Ivan Demidov's incredible season shouldn't get lost after the Calder vote

For the second straight season, the Montreal Canadiens had a chance to have one of their players win the Calder Memorial Trophy after Ivan Demidov was named a f

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4 questions for the Montreal Canadiens entering Game 5 against the Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens once again find themselves in a series tied at two and heading on the road for Game 5. In the first playoff series, the Canadiens dropped

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Canadiens vs. Sabres Round 2 Game 4: Preview and how to watch

The Canadiens showed some bad habits last game and need to get back to what made them successful earlier in the series.

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Thursday Habs Headlines: Unfazed by playoff pressure

In today's links, Game 5 confidence, Hutson's instincts on full display, reason for Tuesday's bizarre puck bounce, the Walter Cup will make history, Maple Leafs fire head coach, and more.

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Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket 📋

Where everything stands after Avs eliminate Wild

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Rocket Weekly: An Early Exit

After a bye in the first round of the playoffs, Laval faced off against Toronto in the second round. While the Rocket had the better regular season record, they weren't the better team in thi...

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3 former Canadiens legends who could carry the torch next at the Bell Centre

As the Canadiens torch walk becomes one of the Bell Centre's most iconic playoff traditions, here are three former Montreal Canadiens legends who could carry the torch next.

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Canadiens players couldn't hide their frustration after bizarre Game 4 goal

The Montreal Canadiens couldn't believe that a stanchion at the Bell Centre helped give a goal to the Buffalo Sabres that played a major factor in Game 4.

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2 winners, 2 losers for the Montreal Canadiens in Game 4 loss to the Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens had a great chance to take a commanding lead in the series, but would come up short against the Buffalo Sabres by a final score of 3-2.

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Stars Who Could Be Traded the Draft

Trocheck and Knies are among the players that could be moved 📲

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Marie-Philip Poulin leads Victoire to first Walter Cup Final

Montreal Victoire reached their first Walter Cup Final after a 2-1 Game 5 win over the defending champion Minnesota Frost.

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Wednesday Habs Headlines: Push back

In today's links, the Canadiens believe they can adapt and push back against anything, Joe Veleno talks about experiencing the postseason, and Sidney Crosby heads to Switzerland.

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10 Thoughts: Habs Drop a Penalty-Filled Game 4

After a strong Game 3 showing, the Habs were back at home Tuesday to try to take a two-game lead on the Sabres. They grabbed the lead in the first period but weren't able to hold on, falling 3-2.

Sabres Even Series with Habs 2-2 🦬

Buffalo takes the win after wild game in Montreal

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Top Six Minutes: Habs miss too many opportunities in Game 4

Despite seven power plays, Montreal lost the special-team battle, and that cost them a win in Game 4.

Montreal aims for more of the same in the fourth game of their Eastern Conference Semifinal.

Canadiens vs. Sabres Game 4 : Thread, lines, and how to watch

The Montreal Canadiens had a dominant performance in Game 3 as they went on to win 6-2 and have a great opportunity ahead of them on Tuesday night. If they can

3 Montreal Canadiens to watch in Game 4 against the Buffalo Sabres

The Montreal Canadiens managed to slide by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round on the back of some excellent goaltending from Jakub Dobes and a timely goal

Montreal Canadiens stars wake up just in time for high-stakes playoff push

The Rock sent Alex Newhook. You're welcome.

Newhook brought the Cup home once and he's coming for it again

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Trade Storylines You Should Be Thinking About

Matthews and McDavid are among the trade storylines we're watching 📲

The Montreal Canadiens have been committed to doing the rebuild the right way and not taking shortcuts. It certainly isn't easy in sports to remain patient, but

Canadiens' playoff push is validating Kent Hughes' gambles in a massive way

Dach and Newhook proving their worth, Dobes making a name for himself, Hutson proves that you don't have to be big to be elite in the playoffs, and more in today's links.

Tuesday Habs Headlines: Banner Performances

The Canadiens, and their fans, look for a repeat of the Game 3 effort.

Canadiens vs. Sabres Round 2 Game 4: Preview and how to watch

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Habs Weekly: A Strong Start to the Buffalo Series

The start of the second round wasn't great for the Habs in the season opener but they bounced back nicely to take a series lead after the first week with their offence springing to life over ...

After coming off an incredible regular season, Lane Hutson has arguably been the most influential player for the Montreal Canadiens so far in these playoffs.

Lane Hutson is proving he is already the Canadiens' most important player

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Updated Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket 💥

Where things stand after Avs take 3-1 lead

If you were in attendance for Game 3 between the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres, you deserve a pat on the back and presumably some herbal tea with honey.

The Bell Centre became a nightmare for Sabres after this moment

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7'9" CBB Player at Habs Game 😅

Basketball vs. Hockey height 📸

Over the weekend, the Laval Rocket were knocked out of the Calder Cup Playoffs, and with the AHL season now over for them, the Montreal Canadiens had the option

Montreal Canadiens black aces creates some intriguing playoff lineup options

The Montreal Canadiens now have all of the momentum in their second round series against the Buffalo Sabres. After a dominant 5-1 win in Game 2. It was a repeat

Jakub Dobes became more of a Canadiens fan favorite after Game 3 ovation

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Habs Announce Black Ace Recalls

Following Laval's loss at the hands of the Marlies this week, the Habs were able to make their end-of-season 'Black Ace' recalls. It's a smaller group than usual, with only...

It was only a matter of time until Cole Caufield logged a goal on the stat sheet for the Montreal Canadiens. The story throughout these playoffs has been Caufie

Cole Caufield credits team for helping him break playoff goal drought

We're a ways away from that award even being possible, but Lane Hutson is hearing it from the Montreal faithful anyways.

Bottom Six Minutes: Lane Hutson getting MVP love from the Bell Centre

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It doesn't take a genius to figure out that the winner-take-all game between the Montreal Victoire and Minnesota Frost on Monday night at Place Bell is a must-win game. It is Game 5 of a best-of-five...

Monday is a must-win for the Montreal Victoire in more ways than one

In today's links, the benefits of opponents focusing on the top line, Dobeš's playoff attitude, Habs getting comfortable versus Buffalo, Sabres not prepared for Bell Centre atmosphere...

Habs Headlines: Bolduc glad top line gets so much attention

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10 Thoughts: Habs Win a Big Game of Bounces

After squaring up the series to gain home ice advantage, the Habs returned home on Sunday to try to capitalize on that advantage. They didn't start well but it didn't matter as they picked up the 6...

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Updated Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket 🧊

Latest picture after Mother's Day games 📲

The Montreal Canadiens took a 2-1 series lead over the Buffalo Sabres after a 6-2 win and it was due in large part to these four players, including Alex Newhook.

Alex Newhook's two goals and other notable performances in Game 3 for the Canadiens

Not even some unfavourable decisions from the officials could keep the Canadiens from another blowout win.

Top Six Minutes: Montreal's offence rolls once again

Habs Up 2-1 on Sabres 🍁

Alex Newhook's 2 goals lead Montreal in 6-2 home win

A more stable version of the Buffalo Sabres is what Lindy Ruff hopes to bring to the Bell Centre tonight.

Canadiens vs. Sabres Game 3: Thread, lines, and how to watch

Young, hungry teams are putting it all on the line in the playoffs 📲

Sabres and Habs Pull Off Successful Rebuilds

Latest 2026 NHL Mock Draft after the Draft Lottery 📲

Who Will Habs Take at No. 25 ? 🤔

The Canadiens rebounded in a big way after trailing a series for the first time, and now look to take the lead over the Buffalo Sabres on home ice.

Canadiens vs. Sabres Round 2 Game 3: Preview and how to watch

In today's links, the teams mirroring each other, Dobeš's personal world, Danault's key role, and new food superstition, Laval Rocket's season ends, stories from the Sabres' side, and P.K.

Habs Headlines: Many similarities between Canadiens and Sabres

Saturday afternoon's game was a must-win for both the Rocket and Marlies in the deciding fifth game of the series. Laval led for most of the game but couldn't hold on, falling 3-2 to end their seas...

10 Thoughts: Collapse in the Third Ends Laval's Playoffs

While Nick Suzuki, Juraj Slafkovsky, Cole Caufield, and Lane Hutson are the stars of the Montreal Canadiens, there may be no other player more versatile on the

Alex Newhook has become the ultimate Swiss Army knife for the Canadiens

Jacob Dobeš emerging as Canadians' long-term answer in goal this postseason ➡️

Habs Rook Making Playoff Noise 🔊

7 expectations likely to come to fruition after lottery 📲

Early NHL Draft Predictions 🔮

Alex Newhook led the way as the Habs' depth earned them their fourth road win of the playoffs.

Bottom Six Minutes: Habs' depth stands tall once again

Facing elimination in Game 4 of the PWHL semifinals, the Minnesota Frost scored three goals in the final 12 minutes to defeat the Montreal Victoire 3-1, extending the series to a winner-take-all Game...

PWHL: Morin scores twice as Frost force deciding Game 5

On the night that the Tampa Bay Lightning retired his number, Martin St. Louis had some advice for young hockey players around the World: "Have a dream, go afte

Canadiens are transforming into the same underdog force Martin St. Louis once was

In today's links, Dobeš thrives on opponents' banter, Canadiens big in Slovakia and Czechia, solid work from Newhook and Demidov, Dobson on the coaching adjustments, Lindy Ruff unhappy with SDabres'...

Habs Headlines: The unflappable Jakub Dobeš

The Montreal Canadiens needed to bounce back in Game 2, and they certainly did that with a 5-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres that was fueled by two early goals. T

4 Montreal Canadiens who were the driving force behind the Game 2 victory

Habs Tie Series vs. Sabres 🟰

Montreal crushes Buffalo 5-1 in Game 2 road win

Montreal needs to be a little bit better at both ends of the ice to tie up the series.

Canadiens @ Sabres Game 2: Thread, lines, and how to watch

The Montreal Canadiens shined throughout the regular season thanks to their young core of players who were putting up points at will. Their biggest producer was

Cole Caufield got brutally honest over Canadiens' offensive struggles in playoffs

If the Canadiens hope to avoid falling into a 2-0 series deficit, these three players need to step up after struggling in the first game of the series against the Sabres.

3 Montreal Canadiens under the most pressure entering Game 2 against the Sabres

After an impressive Game 7 win on the road against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Montreal Canadiens seemingly came out flat against the Buffalo Sabres. The Sabre

3 reasons the Canadiens will bounce back in Game 2 against the Sabres

The Montreal Victoire are now one win away from the Walter Cup Final after grinding out a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Frost on Thursday night in St. Paul. After falling behind early and being...

Victoire hold on to take first series lead in franchise history

Game 1 against the Buffalo Sabres did not go according to plan for the Montreal Canadiens. Goaltender Jakub Dobes did exactly what we wrote he couldn't afford t

Canadiens can prove their big-game mettle in Game 2 against Sabres

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Draft Lottery Winners and Losers

The Montreal Canadiens pulled off a huge upset in the first round after eliminating the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games. On Wednesday night, they began their

Lindy Ruff knows Canadiens top line will break out eventually

What every lottery team should do with their first selections 📲

Trade or Keep 1st-Round Picks 🤔

In today's links, Cole Caufield knows that he needs to be better, the Victoire are one win away from the Final, and the NHL announces the Norris finalists.

Habs Headlines: 'I expect more out of myself'

While the Habs were busy securing a playoff spot and getting through Tampa Bay in the first round last month, several of their prospects were still playing as well. Here's a rundown of their...

HW 3 Stars: April's Top Prospects

Kirby Dach has been one of the Canadiens' best players so far in these playoffs, and after his strong first-round performance, Montreal should consider playing him alongside Ivan Demidov to help spark the second line.

Montreal Canadiens need to get Ivan Demidov scoring and this forward can help

The Montreal Canadiens didn't make it this far without their young stars on the roster. One that took over the spotlight was Cole Caufield, as he scored 51 goal

Nick Suzuki defends Cole Caufield amid playoff slump

In today's links, the Habs are ready for Round 2, part of their success is their cultural shift, PWHL revamp expansion rules, and is playoff hockey hard on the heart?

Habs Headlines: Round 2 hype, edge, and expectations

Potential No. 1 pick could go to Toronto at the 2026 NHL Draft

Updated Scouting Report on Gavin McKenna 🍁

The Montreal Canadiens were coming off an exciting seven-game series with the Tampa Bay Lightning and were looking to keep the momentum going against the Buffal

3 takeaways from the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres

Who's taking the Conn Smythe Trophy home in June? 📲

Could Hutson Be the Playoffs MVP? 🤔

Some bad luck and poor defending cost the Canadiens a chance to start off the second round with a win.

Top Six Minutes: Habs can't recover from unlucky start in Game 1

Sabres Take Game 1 vs. Habs 🦬

Buffalo takes an early lead in series as offense explodes in front of home crowd

Montreal's second-round series gets underway tonight in Buffalo. Here are some numbers to keep in mind as the series goes along.

The Numbers Behind the Buffalo-Montreal Series

Montreal tries to kick off a second straight series with a road win in Game 1.

Canadiens @ Sabres Game 1: Thread, lines, and how to watch

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The Montreal Canadiens third round draft pick Bryce Pickford has notched himself another accolade, this time in the form of the WHL's Bill Hunter Memorial Troph

Canadiens prospect earns WHL top defenceman honours

Nick Suzuki, Anthony Cirelli and Brock Nelson named as candidates for best two-way forward this season

NHL Selke Trophy Finalists 💪

League raising ceiling to above $100M for first time in history

2026-27 NHL Salary Cap 🤑

For the second straight day, a forward from the Habs has been named as a finalist for an end-of-season award. This time, it's Nick Suzuki as he is one of the three remaining contenders for t...

Nick Suzuki Named a Finalist for the Selke Trophy

With three podcast coming out in short order there is one article to cover all three. The first is a look back at the Tampa Bay Lightning series. Mostly it focused on a low event hockey gamble from...

Habsent Minded: Looking back at Tampa, what's ahead in Buffalo

Montreal defeated Minnesota in double overtime in Game 2 to tie their best-of-five playoff series 1-1, led by Marie-Philip Poulin and a shutout from Ann-Renée Desbiens.

Marie-Philip Poulin scores in 3OT as Victoire even series

Playoff series are decided in the margins, not just by star power. For the Montreal Canadiens, where eyes typically look towards Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, and

Montreal Canadiens' unsung heroes who are ready to disrupt the Buffalo Sabres

The Canadiens take their road game to KeyBank Center to begin the series with the Sabres.

Canadiens @ Sabres Round 2 Game 1: Preview and how to watch

It was the Rocket's turn for a four-goal win to send the series to a deciding Game 5.

Kähkönen, Blais guide Laval Rocket to Game 4 win

One of the key moves made by Martin St. Louis in the first series against the Tampa Bay Lightning was inserting Brendan Gallagher into the lineup for Oliver Kap

Canadiens have one controversial move that could pay off against Sabres

In today's links, the Canadiens head to Buffalo, the first line has another chance to make an impact, and the Toronto Maple Leafs have the first overall selection.

Habs Headlines: A changing of the guard

Part two of our 2026 second-round predictions looks at the Canadiens-Sabres series along with the Golden Knights-Ducks series.

HabsWorld Predicts: 2026 Playoffs - Round 2, Part 2

Following Tuesday's initial draw for the Draft Lottery (won by Toronto), the NHL named the three finalists for the Calder Trophy. As expected, Canadiens winger Ivan Demidov was listed among them....

Ivan Demidov Named a Finalist for the Calder Trophy

Going into the round one series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, it would have been bold to assume the Montreal Canadiens would be able to have success without

3 bold predictions for the Montreal Canadiens in series vs. the Buffalo Sabres

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Could Habs Sign Malkin? 🤔

Potential free-agency fits for star center if return to Penguins is off the table ➡️

The Rocket try to stay alive in the Calder Cup Playoffs, while 16 NHL teams hope for a winning lottery combination.

Rocket @ Marlies Game 4 & NHL Draft Lottery: Thread, how to watch

Toronto will get No. 1 pick on June 26. Full results here 📲

Leafs Win NHL Draft Lottery 🍁

The Montreal Canadiens got by the Tampa Bay Lightning in a thrilling seven-game series. Goaltender Jakub Dobes was a big reason why, yet he won't have room to step back at all against the Buffalo Sabres.

Jakub Dobes won't have much room to backslide against Sabres

Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis has the chance to prove he was a snub for the Jack Adams Award if he were to defeat favorite and Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff.

Martin St. Louis has chance to strengthen case for being a Jack Adams snub in second round

Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes revealed he told Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov that he knew he was "nervous" during their Game 7 win on Sunday night.

Jakub Dobes reveals savage chirp he had for Nikita Kucherov in Game 7

Where Habs place among the eight clubs in the second round 📲

Ranking Every Team Left in the Playoffs 📊

Defenseman could go in the top three picks 📲

Draft Scouting Report on Chase Reid

The Montreal Victoire aim to bounce back in Game 2 after a Game 1 loss to the Minnesota Frost, focusing on execution, emotional control, and defensive details

Reset, refocus, respond: Victoire locked in for Game 2

The Montreal Canadiens are moving on to the next round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs after an impressive series win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. They are now set

3 Montreal Canadiens who need to step up against the Buffalo Sabres

Looking back at the Habs-Lightning series and ahead to the Habs-Sabres, Jakub Dobeš' performance, the Leafs' new front office, the Oilers' deadline, and more.

Tuesday Habs Headlines: What it Takes

A tightly-contested first round came to an end over the weekend with the most lopsided game of the series. But it didn't matter that the Habs were the weaker team in that game as they eked ou...

Habs Weekly: Buffalo Awaits

Where things stand after Canes' OT win on Monday

Latest Stanley Cup Playoffs Picture 🖼️

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson had been out since April 11th with an upper-body injury after blocking a shot against the Columbus Blue Jackets. With

Canadiens get major defensive boost as Noah Dobson returns for playoff run

It is not crazy to say that the biggest reason why the Montreal Canadiens were able to take down the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games was the play of rookie g

Jakub Dobes has done something Canadiens' fans haven't seen since Carey Price

Lucky bounces, that is how my Sunday was defined. I went into Sunday knowing I had two things on my mind: The Canadiens are going into a Game 7 showdown against

This Canadiens Game 7 win felt like something bigger

Habs HC's Postgame Speech 😭

Went full on Wolf of Wall Street

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NHL Mock's Biggest Movers 🔄

Taking stock of top prospects in the upcoming draft ➡️

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Could Habs Trade for McDavid in 2027? 🤔

The Oilers' captain will be thinking about his future after yet another playoff failure 📲