Here are the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories, and content you may have missed on Tuesday.
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The Habs placed forward Samuel Blais on waivers, a questionable decision when evaluating his underlying numbers. In the grand scheme of things, it’s not a gigantic issue, but there’s a healthy chance he’ll be claimed given his style of play. [Canadiens Make Questionable Waivers Decision]
Even though the Canadiens aren’t quite ready to compete for the Stanley Cup, they’re certainly on the right track. Statistically speaking, they’re closer to success than many NHL franchises, based on the strength of their young core, as well as the current standings.
This is one of my favorite things to do and post, here is where every team stands on my organizational direction chart! This is based on each team's current NHL standings position and their U23 Core ranking from my model.
— Nick (@nickiacoban) February 3, 2026
The grey arrows represent how each team has moved from… pic.twitter.com/U2MhFxi81L
Alex Newhook is only expected to return from injury after the Winter Olympic Games, but he seems to be skating quite gingerly during his solo practice in Brossard.
Alex Newhook montre de nets signes de progression. Son entraînement était plus convaincant que celui de vendredi dernier.
— Patrick Guillet (@PatGuillet) February 3, 2026
L’attaquant a passé plus d’une heure sur la patinoire aujourd’hui. Son coup de patin était plus assuré, ses virages brusques plus intenses, et les pauses… pic.twitter.com/R7VHTViagB
Former Hab David Savard slapped some pads on for Newhook’s rehab session.
Minnesota Wild coach John Hynes today on Lane Hutson:
— /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) February 2, 2026
“Lane is a great offensive defenseman. He can skate, in the offensive zone he’s very mobile, he can beat you 1v1. He’s gonna run the line, he’s gonna cut back, he’s gonna spin…He’s a very active player.”
“He has the ability… pic.twitter.com/4G7I0LxlYZ
ICYMI: There’s still time to vote for the top-10 Canadiens prospects, based on their overall value in the organization. [Habs Fan Vote – Ranking Top 10 Montreal Canadiens Prospects]
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What should GM Tom Fitzgerald do with the cap space he created in the Ondrej Palat New Jersey Devils trade? After sending Palat and picks to the New York Islanders in exchange for Maxim Tsyplakov, the Devils now have a touch under $7 million freed up, with $6,887,500 in cap space. [New Jersey Devils]
There’s been a certain amount of uproar caused by Philadelphia Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet’s recent comments about Matvei Michkov. The best course of action is for the Flyers to address the situation head-on and clear the air. Give both the player and coaching staff a clean slate. This is important whether things are as bad behind the scenes as they seem or not. [Philadelphia Flyers]
Despite a couple of West Coast wins on the current road trip, the Toronto Maple Leafs remain seven points back of a playoff spot heading into Tuesday’s play. The realization might finally have hit home with the front office that this team just doesn’t have what it takes this season. Selling some pieces—notably UFAs—is seemingly the only logical path for the Buds as the trade deadline nears. [Toronto Maple Leafs]
