Montreal Canadiens: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Here is the schedule for the series between the Canadiens and the Capitals

We had a good idea that the first game of the series between the Capitals and the Canadiens would take place on Monday, since all the signs had been pointing in that direction for some time.

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Canadiens’ Lane Hutson rookie season was something to behold

Lane Hutson’s rookie season was one for the ages. The Montreal Canadiens’ defenseman recorded an assist Wednesday night against the Carolina Hurricanes, helping the Canadiens earn a 4-2 win and clinching their first playoff birth since 2021.

Ivan Demidov News / Dose.ca / April 17

Ivan Demidov was used as if Roman Rotenberg was running the habs last night

When Ivan Demidov played less often in Russia, Roman Rotenberg was under fire from the Québécois. But yesterday, Ivan Demidov was used for 10:29 and he jumped 12 times on the ice.

Joshua Roy News / Dose.ca / April 17

Joshua Roy assigned to the Laval Rocket

No surprise here. The Canadiens announced that Joshua Roy has been assigned to the Laval Rocket. He will likely finish the season with the Canadiens’ affiliate team (unless there’s a change in the playoffs) and will not join the main team in Washington.

David Savard News / Dose.ca / April 17

David Savard: you don’t do that if you’re not retiring

Yesterday, we learned that David Savard had a good chance of retiring at the end of the season. Renaud Lavoie addressed the topic. In the scenario where

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 17

The Canadiens, the youngest team to participate in the playoffs this year

It’s done, the 2024-25 Montreal Canadiens are in the playoffs. The way they got there – during the last game of the regular season, against a depleted team – doesn’t matter.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / April 17

Montreal Canadiens’ 3 Most Disappointing Players in the 2024-25 Season

It’s been a surprisingly strong season for the Montreal Canadiens. Coming into the season, expectations were modest at best, with most analysts projecting another rebuilding campaign.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / April 17

Montreal Canadiens: From In The Mix To In The Playoffs

When the Montreal Canadiens’ front office spoke about wanting the team to be “in the mix” before the season began, they weren’t paying lip service. What they envisioned was meaningful hockey in March—maybe even April—as the next logical step in this rebuild.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 17

'Why not us?' : Stéphane Robidas believed it as early as October

The Montreal Canadiens have officially qualified for the playoffs. They will face the Washington Capitals starting Monday, April 21. Needless to say, the atmosphere has just changed in the city.

Lane Hutson News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Canadiens' Rookie Makes NHL History on Wednesday

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson tied one of the longest-standing rookie defenseman records in NHL history on Wednesday night. Hutson notched his 60th assist of the season in the Canadiens’ 4-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes, matching a record first set by Hall of Famer Larry Murphy in 1981.

Montreal Canadiens News / Field Level Media / April 17

NHL roundup: Canadiens claim last playoff berth

Kaiden Guhle scored twice for the Montreal Canadiens, who clinched the final berth in the Stanley Cup playoffs with a 4-2 win against the visiting Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 17

Montreal Canadiens’ dream, nightmare scenarios for 2025 NHL Playoffs

The Montreal Canadiens fought for their playoff lives during the NHL’s final week of the 2024-25 regular season. Montreal had an incredible run during the 2024-25 campaign.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 17

Expect to see the Canadiens start their series on Monday

For the first time since 2021, the Canadiens are in the playoffs. Thanks to their win against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Canadiens earned the 16th and final ticket to the playoffs.

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / April 17

Canadiens' improbable run continues after clinching playoff spot

Canadiens' improbable run continues after clinching East's last playoff spot

If you told Montreal Canadiens fans they would make the playoffs in December, they may have laughed.

Canadiens' postseason berth helps make cool NHL history

League-best Jets cap regular season with OT win over Ducks

Red Wings top playoff-bound Devils to continue strong finish

Penguins' Kris Letang has successful heart surgery, but is it time to retire?

Oilers have one advantage in first-round series against Kings

NHL News / Dose.ca / April 17

15 years ago, the Canadiens eliminated the Capitals

Montreal. We can finally breathe. In the last game of the regular season, the Canadiens officially qualified for the playoffs. In the first round, they will face the Washington Capitals.

Lane Hutson News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

Canadiens Clinch Playoff Spot as Hutson Ties Assist Record

You would have thought Montreal Canadiens fans would have learned by now it’s never over until it’s over. Yet, almost on perfect cue, as they started singing “Ole” with just over 13 minutes left in the third period, the visiting Carolina Hurricanes cut their two-goal lead in half, to bring into doubt the Habs’ playoff aspirations once again.

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Canadiens Post One-Letter Message After Clinching NHL Playoffs on Wednesday Night

Heading into Wednesday night’s game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Montreal Canadiens needed just one point to lock in the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 16

Canadiens' postseason berth helps make cool NHL history

It's official: The Montreal Canadiens are in the playoffs.

League-best Jets cap regular season with OT win over Ducks

Red Wings top playoff-bound Devils to continue strong finish

Penguins' Kris Letang has successful heart surgery, but is it time to retire?

Oilers have one advantage in first-round series against Kings

Look for Capitals' Ryan Leonard to come alive in the playoffs

Montreal Canadiens News / Full Press Hockey / April 17

Montreal Canadiens Are Stanley Cup Playoff Bound

The Montreal Canadiens are heading back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2021. That year, the Canadiens lost to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Final.

Lane Hutson News / Daily Faceoff / April 16

Canadiens’ Lane Hutson ties Larry Murphy for most assists by rookie defenseman

Lane Hutson has himself a spot in the NHL’s record book. Picking up his 60th assist in Wednesday’s regular-season finale against the Carolina Hurricanes, the feat saw the Montreal Canadiens rookie rearguard match Larry Murphy’s 44-year-old record for the most assists by a first-year NHL defenseman.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 16

Canadiens clinch spot in 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, will play Capitals

At long last, the Montreal Canadiens have clinched their spot in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Securing two points in Wednesday’s 4-2 win over the Carolina

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / April 16

Canadiens Continue Surprising Season With Playoff Berth

The Montreal Canadiens' surprising season continues, as the Habs are heading to the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. After defeating the Carolina Hurricanes, the Canadiens secured their first playoff berth since the 2020-2021 season.

Emil Heineman News / Daily Faceoff / April 16

Canadiens’ Emil Heineman to return for regular-season finale

As the Montreal Canadiens push to secure their spot in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the club will have a reinforced lineup for Wednesday’s regular-season finale versus the Carolina Hurricanes as left winger Emil Heineman is set to return, reports Sportsnet’s Eric Engels.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 16

NHL playoff watch: Western Conference field set; Big drama in East

Tuesday was a huge day for the NHL's playoff race, providing clarity for the Western Conference and setting the stage for chaos in the Eastern Conference.

Wild's Marc-Andre Fleury gets win in final regular-season appearance

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

The 'Montreal Canadiens Hall of Famers' quiz

NHL News / House of Hockey / April 16

Canadiens miss out on playoff-clinching win on referee call

Montreal Canadiens miss out on playoff-clinching win due to controversial referee ruling

The Montreal Canadiens were robbed of a playoff-clinching win last night due to the referees seemingly breaking the NHL rule book. For the first time since reaching the Stanley Cup Finals in 2021, the Montreal Canadiens are in a position to return to the playoffs.

Canadiens Need Arber Xhekaj’s Physicality for the Playoffs

Canadiens' Ivan Demidov was exactly as advertised in NHL debut

Chicago Blackhawks enjoyed Monday night’s playoff-like environment in Montreal

NHL playoff watch: Western Conference field set; Big drama in East

Breaking the ice: The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history