Marc Dumont
February 7, 2023
All the latest Habs news, recent Montreal Canadiens stories, as well as news and information from around the National Hockey League.
Habs News
- It’s time for MHN’s Midseason 2023 NHL Draft Rankings! We review the top of this potent draft class and provide a top-64 ranking of eligible prospects. [2023 NHL Draft Rankings]
- Montreal Hockey Now sat down with top 2023 draft-eligible prospect Will Smith to discuss his strong play this season, his goals and his special relationship with Canadiens general manager, Kent Hughes. [Kent Hughes]
- As we hit the final month before the NHL Trade Deadline, the updated priority order for waivers could help the Montreal Canadiens snatch up a player heading into this unique trade period.[NHL Waivers]
- The Canadiens are looking to acquire top-end talent to build for a better future, and sacrificing veterans might not be their only means to achieving that goal. [Canadiens Trade Chips]
National Hockey Now News
- NYI: The acquisition and extension Bo Horvat has set the stage for a new dynamic duo for the Islanders. Full details here. [New York Islanders]
- CGY: The Calgary Flames will be active prior to the NHL Trade Deadline, and here are a few options that could be on their shopping list. [Calgary Flames]
- BOS: The Bruins have been associated with names like yan O’Reilly, Jakob Chychrun and Patrick Kane on the trade front, but there’s another name floating around of late. [Boston Bruins]
- PGH: Ron Hextall went to bat for Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan, as he openly threatened to trade players that refused to play hard for him. [Pittsburgh Penguins]
- PHI: Philadelphia Flyers penned an interesting letter to Flyers fans with the playoffs likely out of reach. [Philadelphia Flyers]
- DET: With Adam Erne having cleared waivers, the Detroit Red Wings recalled the injured Filip Zadina from his conditioning loan. [Detroit Red Wings]
- WSH: Washington Capitals forward Nicklas Backstrom recounts the adversity of his hip surgery, speaks on the future of his career. [Washington Capitals]
- FLA: Florida Panthers forward Anthony Duclair is set to return in the very near future, and it could require some player movement to make it happen. [Florida Panthers]
- VGK: The Vegas Golden Knights are waiting for the final verdict on Mark Stone’s return date before becoming aggressive buyers. [Vegas Golden Knights]
- SJS: The San Jose Sharks moved Jaycob Megna to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for a mid-round pick. [San Jose Sharks]
