Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re in the dog days of summer but the rumours are still swirling around the league. This edition of NHL rumours focuses on the latest contract talks between the Montreal Canadiens and Calder Trophy winner, Lane Hutson. All NHL Rumours come from their original source and are subject to … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Contract Expectations for Lane Hutson and the Montreal Canadiens
Montreal Canadiens Players Heading Into Make or Break Seasons
Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Montreal Canadiens have an improved roster. Additions like Zachary Bolduc and Noah Dobson, as well as the arrival of Ivan Demidov, have given Habs fans reason for excitement. However, there are still several question marks on the team. A handful of players are heading into pivotal seasons and either need to bounce back or prove themselves … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Players Heading Into Make or Break Seasons
Montreal Canadiens Second-Line Centre Situation
The Montreal Canadiens had one major hole on their roster heading into the offseason, and it’s at centre. While they made sizeable additions in Noah Dobson and Zachary Bolduc, they haven’t truly filled their hole down the middle. The team added Joe Veleno, but he has yet to prove himself at the NHL level. They also have rookies looking to make an impact at camp, such as Oliver … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Second-Line Centre Situation
Young Defenceman Re-Signed by the Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens have extended one of their young players to an extension. Defenceman Jayden Struble has been signed to a two-year, one-way contract. The deal carries an average annual value of $1.4125 million, and avoids salary arbitration. Pen to paper! The Canadiens have agreed to terms on a two-year, one-way contract with defenseman Jayden Struble. News release ↓ … [Read more...] about Young Defenceman Re-Signed by the Montreal Canadiens
Where Patrik Laine Fits in the Montreal Canadiens Lineup
The Montreal Canadiens have long had an issue when it comes to secondary scoring. Last summer, they were hoping to address those woes by adding a former 40-goal scorer to the fold. Patrik Laine was acquired by the Canadiens along with a second-round pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for defenceman Jordan Harris. The Canadiens took on Laine’s entire $8.7 million … [Read more...] about Where Patrik Laine Fits in the Montreal Canadiens Lineup