3 lessons from Slovakia’s 4-1 win over Finland – The Hockey Writers Olympics Latest news, analysis and more

In the first match of the men’s tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Team Slovakia recorded a sensational 4-1 victory over gold medal holder Team Finland. Montreal Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky continued his exceptional Olympic career, scoring two goals, with St. Louis Blues’ Dalibor Dvorsky and Kontinental Hockey League forward Adam Ruzicka also scoring […]

Canadiens Edge Jets 3-2 in Shootout in Andrei Markov Homecoming Game – The Hockey Writers Latest News, Analysis and More

Coincidence or not, the Montreal Canadiens delivered their most complete performance in some time on Wednesday, beating the visiting Winnipeg Jets 3-2 in a shootout on the same night they honored Andrei Markov. Whether the ex-Habs defender inspired the home side or not, they will take it on the back of their two consecutive defeats […]

The Montreal Canadiens’ speed and skill are coming together at the right time

Despite losing to the Edmonton Oilers last night, the Montreal Canadiens sit atop the Atlantic Division standings after their 2-1 win over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday night. It has been a remarkable start to the season as the Canadiens have a 6-3 record. Atlantic Division Standings – October 23 pic.twitter.com/6Wu9DYRX2G — NHL Rumors (@NHLrumorsX) […]

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Juraj Slafkovsky – The Hockey Writers Montreal Canadiens Latest News, Analysis and more

The low season that leads to the 2025-26 season continues, and with the large events such as the NHL Entry Draft and Free Agent Frenzy completed, the dog days of summer clothing absorb while NHL management groups take a little breathing break before the training camps start. In this series I will try to investigate […]