Canadiens rookie defenceman Lane Hutson has blossomed into one of the top offensive defencemen in the NHL. He has already become the team’s number-one defenceman and power play quarterback. Young defenceman Kaiden Guhle has also had a strong season as he is developing into an elite shutdown defenceman alongside newly acquired Alexandre Carrier. On top of this, the Canadiens … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Options with Veteran Defenceman
NHL Predictions: Jan. 16 Dallas Stars vs Montreal Canadiens
Welcome to the latest edition of NHL Predictions. In this series, our team here at Last Word on Hockey breaks down head-to-head matchups and other key elements that may influence the outcome of each game each day. This edition of NHL Predictions looks at the Thursday, January 16, 2025 matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Montreal Canadiens. NHL Predictions Dallas Stars vs. … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan. 16 Dallas Stars vs Montreal Canadiens
Canadiens Forward to Miss Time Following Car Accident
The Montreal Canadiens announced on Tuesday morning that forward Emil Heineman was involved in a car accident and suffered an injury. Heineman was struck by a car while walking in Utah where the team is set to play the Utah Hockey Club tonight. Heineman is expected to miss 3-4 weeks with an upper-body injury. The announcement comes as a big blow to a team that has been rolling … [Read more...] about Canadiens Forward to Miss Time Following Car Accident
Analyzing Montreal Canadiens Forward’s Goal Potential
Montreal Canadiens star winger Cole Caufield has always had a knack for scoring goals. He’s scored at least 20 goals in every season thus far in his career. However, he’s always had a higher goal-scoring potential and is proving it this season. Despite this team U.S.A left him off the four nations roster. With 23 goals on the year, Caufield ranks sixth in the league in that … [Read more...] about Analyzing Montreal Canadiens Forward’s Goal Potential
Montreal Canadiens Options with Pending UFA Forward
Forward Jake Evans is in the midst of a career year with the Montreal Canadiens. The 28-year-old has been a major part of the team’s resurgence. His ten goals and 23 points in 41 games rank fourth on the team. His defensive play and faceoff ability have also made him one of head coach Martin St. Louis‘ most trusted options. Evans’ contract expires this season and he is due for … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Options with Pending UFA Forward