Fairly recently the Eastern Conference-champion Florida Panthers were in the same boat as the rebuilding Montreal Canadiens… haplessly losing, gaining no traction at the bottom of the standings.
We’re in the middle of the Stanley Cup playoffs. But with no hockey until Saturday, all the hockey world’s attention is focused on… something else. And right now, the “something else” in question is the combine.
A few months ago, it was reported that the Canadiens were planning to present a behind-the-scenes documentary. It was a scoop from Jean Trudel. At the time, there was talk of a 24CH-style concept under a different name.
The Montreal Canadiens are gearing up to make trades this summer, and now they have added motivation. General manager Kent Hughes is set on defying NHL betting odds to contend for the playoffs next season, planning to be aggressive in acquiring key players to bolster the team.
With the 2024 NHL Mock draft for teams drafting first to fourth overall already in the books, it’s time to take a look at which players we’re predicting will be in the next batch of players who hear their names called on June 28, including the top prospect who will join the Montreal Canadiens.
Connor Hughes is now part of the Canadiens organization. As announced by the club yesterday, the goaltender has signed a one-year, two-part contract to play in North America next season.
The Montreal Canadiens were looking to be active on the trade front this summer, and they now have even more reason to do so. To defy the odds and challenge for the playoffs next season, GM Kent Hughes aims to be aggressive in adding key pieces to his group.
As we all know, the Montreal Canadiens are looking to add some punch to their attack. Many expect Kent Hughes to make another Kirby Dach or Alex Newhook trade at the draft.
The Montreal Canadiens had another disappointing season, one that found them well outside of the playoffs for most of the year. Once again, a big reason why they failed to make any noise was due to the lack of star power on the team.
Two weeks ago, Elliotte Friedman said publicly on his podcast that there’s uncertainty surrounding the presentation of the Four Nations Tournament games in Montreal.
The Montreal Canadiens made a surprise signing on Tuesday, securing the rights to goaltender Connor Hughes with a one-year contract. Hughes is an undrafted 27-year-old Canadian who has been playing in the National League (NL) and Swiss League (SL) since 2017-18.
It’s rare to see this in the NHL, but Tom Fitzgerald has revealed his plan for the upcoming draft. The Devils’ GM makes no secret of it: he’s open to the idea of trading his 10th pick for immediate help.
While the Montreal Canadiens only spoke at 15th overall in the 2019 Draft and picked diminutive winger Cole Caufield, the Chicago Blackhawks used the third-overall pick to select a big center.
The Montreal Canadiens have added some goaltending depth for the 2024-25 season, signing Connor Hughes to a one-year, two-way contract. Hughes, 27, has never previously had an NHL contract after going undrafted a decade ago.
The NHL has announced that the first-ever Stanley Pup will take place in the coming days. Of course, the next question on your mind is: what is the Stanley Pup?
The Montreal Canadiens roster does have pieces that General Manager Kent Hughes would like to consider as complete. The fortunate thing for Hughes and
Surprise this morning. The Habs announced that goaltender Connor Hughes, who played in Switzerland last year, has been signed to a one-season contract.
Marco D’Amico of Montreal Hockey Now: D’Amico writes that the Montreal Canadiens have 40 of 50 contracts accounted for for the 2024-25 NHL Season. They have 11 contract spots and some decisions on restricted free agents.
Montreal Canadiens prospect Owen Beck couldn’t possibly have finished his CHL career on a higher note. The 20-year-old centre set the tone in the Memorial Cup final, scoring twice to lead the Saginaw Spirit to their first championship in team history.
When a prospect gets drafted by an NHL team, they may feel like they made it, like the hardest part is over but that’s seldom the case unless you are a generational player.
The Washington Capitals and San Jose Sharks have taken the steps needed to retain their negotiating rights over five players.
Perhaps a strong showing overseas could ultimately boost his stock down the road.
Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours! The conference finals are almost nearing the end and the Stanley Cup Final is approaching. However, the offseason is in full swing for teams and the buzz regarding players is occurring.
Some more organizational depth up front for one of the Original Six. On Friday, the Montreal Canadiens announced they have signed forward Jared Davidson to a two-year, entry-level contract set to kick in next season.
The 31-year-old will reach unrestricted free agency for the first time in his career.
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