Philadelphia Flyers president of hockey operations Keith Jones has been spotted at six NHL games across Calgary, Chicago, New York and more over the past week, sparking fresh trade chatter for a team that started the season 0‑9 and then posted a three‑game winning stretch without key veterans. While the Flyers’ rebuild hinges on young talents Matvei Michkov and Porter Martone, Jones’s rapid scouting tour of the Wild, Flames, Blackhawks, Canadiens, Kings and Rangers could signal a push for veteran packages or a young center/defenseman. The article weighs the speculation against the possibility of routine scouting.
Some NHL teams value Alexander Nikishin at $6 million, and not $9 million. Plus, the Hurricanes, Canadiens, Predators and Drew Doughty's future.
It is the final week of October. The first month of the regular season is coming to a close. For the St. Louis Blues, their five-game homestand is also wrapping…
Not long ago, virtually no one in Montreal would have had kind words to say about forward Chris Kreider. Long-time supporters will recall – with a shiver – his collision…
The Montreal Canadiens have plenty of reasons to be excited about their future between the pipes. With Jacob Fowler already making a strong impression at the NHL level, the organization appears to have found a potential long-term solution in goal. However, Fowler isn’t the only young goaltender in the Canadiens’ system worth keeping an eye on. While much of the attention has understandably been directed toward Fowler and Jakub Dobes, several other goaltending prospects have quietly put togethe...
Get ready to start your day with the latest and hottest Montreal Canadiens news, plus NHL trade and free agent rumors from around the hockey world! Here are your Sick Podcast Puck links: Sick Links: Tony Marinaro and Eric Engels looked back on the 2026 NHL Heritage Classic; Montreal Canadiens rookie goalie Jacob Fowler as […]
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The latest Second City Hockey thread covers the Chicago Blackhawks' shaky start, highlighting a 3-2 loss to the Florida Panthers and a 4-1 defeat by the Montreal Canadiens. It also references a Sun‑Times piece questioning how seriously to take the Blackhawks' slump and notes that former defenseman Seth Jones returns to Chicago without hard feelings. Readers get quick recaps of recent games and insight into the team's outlook.
The Canadiens head to Chicago for their second road‑trip game against the St. Louis Blues on October 27, 2026, with tip‑off at 8:00 PM EDT (5:00 PM PDT). Montreal will be without captain Nick Suzuki but has already secured a .500 record on the trip after a solid showing in Chicago. The preview breaks down start times, broadcast options (TSN2/RDS in Canada, ESPN+ in the U.S., plus TSN+ streaming), and a detailed Tale‑of‑the‑Tape comparing key stats and lineups. Fans get a concise look at the matchup, viewing details, and the implications for both teams as the season unfolds.
Montreal Canadiens News and Notes
Why Jacob Fowler should be Montreal’s starter. [ Montreal Gazette ]
Fowler named the NHL third star of the week. [ Canadiens ]
Should Fowler continue to play as he has, he could become one of the few goalies to win the Calder. [ TVA Sports ]
Fowler and Lane Hutson are similar in the ability to anticipate and analyze play. [ TVA Sports ]
Phillip Danault is, once again, proving of utmost value to Montreal. [ The Athletic ]
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The Philadelphia Flyers, sitting at 3‑0 but still searching for offensive depth, could target Washington’s 22‑year‑old forward Ivan Miroshnichenko. A 2022 first‑round pick who has struggled for NHL minutes (3 games, 1 goal vs. Montreal), Miroshnichenko boasts a 46‑goal, 101‑point AHL résumé and a proven chemistry with fellow Russian Matvei Michkov from junior play. With injuries to key Flyers veterans and limited top‑six wingers beyond Porter Martone and Michkov, the team may trade for Miroshnichenko as a power‑forward second‑line option. Capitals reportedly seek a “legitimate” return, likening the deal to the Chinakhov trade, making the move a low‑risk gamble for Philadelphia.
Leon Draisaitl earns the NHL’s first star of the week for the Oct. 23‑25 stretch, tallying six goals and nine points in three Oilers wins and a loss. He posted a three‑game multi‑goal streak, netting two goals in a 4‑3 OT win over Minnesota, two goals and three assists in a victory over the Carolina Hurricanes, and both goals in a 7‑2 defeat to an unspecified opponent. With 12 goals and 23 points in Edmonton’s first 11 games, Draisaitl ranks second in the league in both categories, trailing only Kirill Kaprizov. The other stars are Flames goalie Devin Cooley and Canadiens netminder Jacob Fowler.
Week 4 of the 2026‑27 fantasy hockey season reveals emerging trends as injuries mount and new breakout stars surface. Connor McDavid (10 points) and Leon Draisaitl (9) dominate the scoring leaderboard, while Tampa’s Charle‑Edouard D’Astous becomes a hot fantasy pickup with three power‑play points in four games. Rookie goalie Devin Cooley leads all keepers with a .970 SV% and a 2‑0‑0 record, and Jacob Fowler dazzles in the Heritage Classic posting a 2‑0‑0 record, .964 SV% and 1.00 GAA. Meanwhile, the injury bug bites hard: Nick Suzuki, Bryan Rust, Jared McCann and several goaltenders land on IR, forcing managers to adjust lineups. The article also flags the Hellebuyck trade as a potential steal and suggests dropping Jake Allen.
Jacob Fowler was masterful for the Montreal Canadiens in the 2026 Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium in Manitoba on Sunday night, making 33 saves on 34 shots and helping the Habs beat the Winnipeg Jets 2-1. In the process, the 21-year-old became the youngest goaltender in the history of the National Hockey League to […]
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The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 Sunday at the 2026 NHL Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium.
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Winnipeg Jets may have traded Connor Hellebuyck to avoid a public confrontation. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed Alexander Nikishin after a difficult contract…
The Winnipeg Jets capped Heritage Weekend with an outdoor showdown against the Montreal Canadiens at Princess Auto Stadium, drawing 32,342 fans despite chilly weather. The event also saw the Jets sell out the Alumni game at Canada Life Centre the previous night, highlighting strong fan engagement for the True North franchise.
The Montreal Canadiens edge the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 in the Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium, thanks to second‑period goals from rookie defensemen Lane Hutson and Kaiden Guhle. Jacob Fowler shines in net, stopping 33 of 34 shots for a .971 save percentage. Winnipeg’s Isak Rosén tallies a late third‑period goal, but the Jets fail to convert any of four power‑play chances. The win lifts Montreal to a 6-3-2 record and 14 points in the Atlantic Division, while the Jets fall to 4-4-3 and 11 points in the Central. Cole Caufield adds two assists as the Canadiens claim a 1-0 series lead.
The Penguins head into a rare four‑day rest before a home rematch with Utah, who boast the league’s top power play (38.1%) and rank sixth in goals per game (3.83). After two solid back‑to‑back wins over Florida and Nashville, the team looks to build momentum against a fast Utah squad on Thursday, then travel to Montreal for a second showdown with the Canadiens—who are missing star center Nick Suzuki and have gone 5‑1‑1 recently. The schedule stays brutal with upcoming games versus Vegas and Boston, but key players like Evgeni Malkin, Egor Chinakhov and Justin Brazeau are expected back, prompting roster tweaks that could affect line combinations. This rest period may be pivotal for Pittsburgh’s early‑season push.
The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2026-27 season with plenty of questions surrounding their goaltending situation, but few expected Jacob Fowler to become such an important part of the conversation this early. After being recalled following Samuel Montembeault’s injury, the young netminder has taken full advantage of his opportunity, quickly establishing himself as Montreal’s most reliable option between the pipes. With Montembeault eventually returning and Jakub Dobes struggling to find his ...
The Winnipeg Jets hosted the Montreal Canadiens in the 2026 Heritage Classic on a crisp Sunday evening at a sold-out Princess Auto Stadium, and it was a superb atmosphere and…
In the wake of a 4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, the Chicago Blackhawks were looking to shake things up ahead of a home contest against one of the better…
In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down Jacob Fowler's impressive performance for the Montreal Canadiens at the Heritage Classic, Quinn Hughes' return to Vancouver as a member of the Minnesota Wild, and more.
Jacob Fowler shines in the Heritage Classic as the Montreal Canadiens cling to a 2‑1 win over the Winnipeg Jets, preserving a two‑goal edge into the third period for the second straight game. The victory caps the Habs' four‑game road stretch, highlighting their road‑game resilience and Fowler's dominant play in the final minutes.
The Avalanche continue to struggle on the road, losing to an unexpectedly strong Nashville Predators despite early-season woes. In the Heritage Classic, Montreal’s Jacob Fowler shines with 33 saves, helping the Canadiens earn two points against the Winnipeg Jets. Meanwhile, Carolina’s defenseman Alexander Nikishin signs a surprising one‑year, $3 million deal, while fellow RFA Simon Edvinsson remains unsigned and courted by the Sharks. Additional notes: the Flyers are improving health-wise, the Panthers rebound after roster changes, the Blackhawks’ power‑play stalls, James Reimer returns with the Rangers, and Toronto’s blue‑line injuries persist amid wins.
Monday Morning Bag Skate recaps the latest NHL action, highlighting the Panthers' 3‑2 win over the Blackhawks and the Canadiens' 4‑1 victory against Chicago, both reported by the Sun‑Times, Tribune and Athletic. It also notes ex‑Blackhawks defenseman Seth Jones' lukewarm welcome back to the team and previews the Blackhawks' upcoming week (10/22) with a "show, don’t tell" approach.