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Heading into the 4 Nations break the Montreal Canadiens were dead in the water. The team had seemingly fallen out of playoff contention and were expected to be sellers at the NHL trade deadline. However, following the break the team found their second wind and went on a tear through February and early March. The team played so well that GM Kent Hughes decided to keep his assets … [Read more...] about A Look at the Montreal Canadiens Playoff Chances

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 Carolina Hurricanes. Don’t forget to check out more … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: March 28 Montreal Canadiens vs Carolina Hurricanes

Alex Newhook is a name that Canadiens fans have been bringing up a lot as of late. Ever since taking over the second-line centre role, Newhook has been playing some of the best hockey of his career. Despite this, the point totals haven’t followed suit. He has only two points in his last nine games and 23 on the year. So why are Canadiens fans so high on the young forward, and … [Read more...] about Analyzing Alex Newhooks Potential for the Montreal Canadiens

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled then offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups. Today we are looking at the game between the Colorado Avalanche vs Montreal Canadiens. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 season continues. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: March 22 Colorado Avalanche vs Montreal Canadiens

Following a freak injury that was expected to hold him out for the season, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle was seen practicing with the team this week. With the Canadiens currently in a playoff spot Guhle could return down the stretch or in time for playoffs. His return would be welcomed as he is the team’s best shutdown defenseman. However, if he does return, that … [Read more...] about Which Montreal Canadiens Defenseman Kaiden Guhle Will Replace Upon His Return