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Canadiens Eyeing One Specific Trade Addition After Clearing Carey Price's Contract

The Montreal Canadiens are reportedly preparing to trade Carey Price's contract, and if that's the case, they're targeting a big time 2C behind captain Nick Suzuki.

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The Canadiens’ prospects to watch this season

At the moment, the Canadiens have the luxury of being able to count on a fine bank of prospects, and the club has what it takes to be good in the years to come if the prospects in question develop well.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 1

Adam Nicholas Is a Secret Weapon for the Habs

On Friday’s episode of the Sick Podcast, Stu Cowan mentioned how Adam Nicholas could be the secret weapon for the Montreal Canadiens to take the next step in the team’s development.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 1

Sharks Favorite to Land Carey Price in Unique Contract Trade

The Montreal Canadiens and San Jose Sharks may be exploring a trade that could have ripple effects on both teams’ rosters and salary-cap flexibility. After speculation surfaced that a Carey Price trade could be imminent, it’s the Sharks that are pulling away as the early favorites to land the injured goaltender.

Aaron Luchuk News / Inside The Rink / September 1

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Re-Sign Aaron Luchuk

The Orlando Solar Bears announced that veteran forward Aaron Luchuk will return for the 2025–26 ECHL season, bringing back one of the league’s most consistent point producers and a player with a decorated hockey résumé.

Samuel Montembeault News / Dose.ca / September 1

Samuel Montembeault in the top-12 in Canadiens history: possible as early as this season

Over the course of his NHL career, Montembeault scored 80 victories, nine of them for the Florida Panthers. Nine of those were with the Florida Panthers, so he logically has 71 with the Canadiens.

Carey Price News / The Hockey Writers / September 1

Canadiens Have Chance to Improve Center Depth After Price Trade

It is almost inevitable that the Montreal Canadiens will trade Carey Price’s contract after his signing bonus is paid on Sept. 1. The trade will not only fix their cap overage problem but also leave them with just over $4.5 million in cap space.

Carey Price News / NHL Trade Talk / August 31

Why Tax Rules Could Complicate a Carey Price Trade

Trade chatter around Carey Price is heating up again, with Marco D’Amico of RG.rog suggesting that a deal could take place in the next few days. With Price’s bonus out of the way, it does make sense that a few teams would be open to acquiring Price’s contract, but a surprising factor could complicate any deal: taxes.

Carey Price News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 1

Canadiens make decision on Carey Price's contract

Despite not having played since the 2021-22 season, goaltender Carey Price and his contract continue to weigh down the Canadiens' salary cap flexibility.

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Carey Price News / The Hockey Writers / August 31

Canadiens Could Add Forward After Imminent Carey Price Trade

According to a recent report, the Montreal Canadiens are on the verge of making a major move. Marco D’Amico of RG.org writes, “Albeit unofficially retired,

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 31

The Habs don’t see the start of the season as a deadline for improving their club

Although the off-season is drawing to a close and the Montreal Canadiens have yet to add a top-6 player, that doesn’t mean we have to wait until the trade deadline.

Filip Eriksson News / The Sick Podcast / August 31

Habs Prospect Lighting Up Champions Hockey League

Montreal Canadiens prospect Filip Eriksson is continuing to turn heads with his play for Lulea HC of the SHL. The SHL team is currently playing in the

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / August 31

Top Calder Trophy Candidates for 2025-2026 Season

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson claimed the 2025 Calder Trophy, capping off an incredible rookie season in the NHL. The young superstar beat out goalie Dustin Wolf and center Macklin Celebrini for the award, but it was a razor-thin race due to all three performing well above expectations for first-year players.