Marc Dumont
Here are the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories, and content you may have missed on Tuesday.
Montreal Canadiens News
It’s not official, but given the league has announced the Ottawa Senators vs. Carolina Hurricane series will start on Saturday, you’d have to assume the rights holders in Canada will want the Canadiens playing on a different day. All signs point to the series versus the Tampa Bay Lightning starting on Sunday.
To be confirmed by the #NHL but with the #GoBolts having home ice in the series vs. the #GoHabsGo, Game 1 will likely be on Sunday as there is a building conflict on Saturday night in Tampa…
— Priyanta Emrith (@HabsInHighHeels) April 15, 2026
It was far from the most exciting game of the season, but at the very least the Habs avoided injuries in the underwhelming 4-2 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. [Canadiens Highlights: Regular Season Comes To A Close]
Could phenom Lane Hutson end up winning the Norris Trophy? Statistically speaking, he’s among the best defencemen in the league.
NHL Awards Watch 🏆
— dom 📈 (@domluszczyszyn) April 13, 2026
The Hart and Norris remain extremely tight. Where we stand in every race for the final edition of the 2025-26 season. https://t.co/c0uy5MRGCc pic.twitter.com/dG6xZSkrCK
Elliotte Friedman suggests Michael Hage’s decision to stay at the University of Michigan was well-received by the organization, even if they hoped he was ready to go pro.
Elliotte Friedman: Re Michael Hage returning to Michigan: I would probably bet that the Canadiens preferred slightly that he would go pro; but it wasn't a demand or anything; he notified Montreal on Saturday…he was going back; I think everybody understands – 32 Thoughts (4/13)
— NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) April 14, 2026
Phillip Danault’s opinion on the Selke Trophy likely aligns with many other voters.
Phil Danault on Nick Suzuki:
— /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) April 13, 2026
“Selke 👀” pic.twitter.com/oaODpYo8wq
Sportsnaut Network
One team on Tuesday night looked like they were already thinking about Cancun, while the other looks ready for their postseason run. And we know the New Jersey Devils aren’t making the playoffs. [New Jersey Devils]
Sergei Bobrovsky is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2025-26 NHL season, but he has made it clear that he is not retiring from the NHL and wants to stay with the Panthers [NHL]
Victor Eklund‘s ascension has been quick. The New York Islanders top prospect recalled their top forward prospect on Tuesday ahead of the Isles season finale. [New York Islanders]
