With the Canadiens season over, the teams focus now shifts to the offseason. For General Manager Kent Hughes, the offseason is poised to be pivotal in the Canadiens future. The team has several players who are in need of new deals. This includes four young players who are set to become restricted free agents as of July 1st. Let’s take a look at what we can expect in terms of … [Read more...] about Analyzing the Montreal Canadiens Upcoming RFA’s
Montreal Canadiens Players Who Won’t Be On the Roster in 2025-26
The Montreal Canadiens took the next step in their rebuild this season. The young Canadiens roster qualified for the postseason for the first time since 2021. Despite a first-round loss to the Washington Capitals, it was a successful season in Montreal. Now, GM Kent Hughes will have his hands full making the necessary moves to make the roster more competitive and make the … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Players Who Won’t Be On the Roster in 2025-26
2025 NHL Lottery Results: Surprise at Number One
The 2025 NHL Lottery has concluded. We know who will be picking first overall. It is not the San Jose Sharks or Chicago Blackhawks. It is not even the Pittsburgh Penguins. In a shocking turn of events, the New York Islanders have won the lottery and will draft first overall. 2025 NHL Lottery Results HOLY SCHNIKES IS RIGHT pic.twitter.com/Yz7TQ6Kb3O — New York Islanders … [Read more...] about 2025 NHL Lottery Results: Surprise at Number One
Series Review Washington Capitals Prove too Much for Young Montreal Canadiens
The juggernaut Washington Capitals proved to be too much to handle for a young Montreal Canadiens team. The Capitals, who finished second overall in the regular season, were able to defeat the Canadiens in five games. Their first-round series was a lot closer than it appears on paper, as the Canadiens put up a valiant effort in all five contests. Excluding game 5, all their … [Read more...] about Series Review Washington Capitals Prove too Much for Young Montreal Canadiens
NHL Predictions: April 30 Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals
Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Washington Capitals. Don’t forget to check out … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 30 Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals