Eric Engels

Canadiens' trade for Bolduc another building block towards contention Zach Bolduc's overall potential made him worth the acquisition cost, with the Canadiens believing he'll eventually prove to be one of several blocks they've put in place in their quest to build a futu...

Another smart move from Gorton and Hughes—both for now and the future: www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Canadiens' trade for Bolduc another building block towards contention Zach Bolduc's overall potential made him worth the acquisition cost, with the Canadiens believing he'll eventually prove to be one of several blocks they've put in place in their quest to build a futu...

Another smart move from Gorton and Hughes—both for now and the future: www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Canadiens 2025 Free Agency Preview: Edgy, big forwards top wishlist The Canadiens have less cap space and will likely have to explore other avenues to free some up but there are clear needs the team will look to address in free agency.

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Now updated with quotes from Kent Hughes and Noah Dobson 👇🏻

With Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis to get his reaction to the Noah Dobson trade: www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/video/ca...

Now updated with quotes from Kent Hughes and Noah Dobson 👇🏻

Noah Dobson était prêt à accepter moins d’argent pour jouer à Montréal Noah Dobson voulait vraiment jouer à Montréal et il a accepté de prendre moins d’argent.

Here’s Kevin’s article www.journaldequebec.com/2025/06/28/n...

Kent Hughes has gotten many players in MTL’s core to take a little less on long-term deals. Noah Dobson’s agent told Kevin Dube (journal de Quebec) he took a bit less to sign in MTL. Asked Hughes about how critical that is to building a winner in today’s NHL…

With Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis to get his reaction to the Noah Dobson trade: www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/video/ca...

Canadiens' trade for Dobson sets blue-line foundation, opens other possibilities The Noah Dobson trade is about more than just himself, or the fact he's now the highest-paid Canadien. It's about possibilities. Eric Engels tells you why.

On Noah Dobson choosing to sign long-term with the Canadiens, the price paid to acquire him, what it means for Lane Hutson and Mike Matheson, and more...
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Canadiens' trade for Dobson sets blue-line foundation, opens other possibilities The Noah Dobson trade is about more than just himself, or the fact he's now the highest-paid Canadien. It's about possibilities. Eric Engels tells you why.

On Noah Dobson choosing to sign long-term with the Canadiens, the price paid to acquire him, what it means for Lane Hutson and Mike Matheson, and more...
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Story to be updated once we hear from Kent Hughes/Dobson...

Canadiens active, but 'won't do anything that's stupid' in limited trade market Jeff Gorton has plan to turn the Canadiens into a perennial contender in due time. Therefore, he's not feeling any pressure to make a bold move right away if the fit isn't right.

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Canadiens active, but 'won't do anything that's stupid' in limited trade market Jeff Gorton has plan to turn the Canadiens into a perennial contender in due time. Therefore, he's not feeling any pressure to make a bold move right away if the fit isn't right.

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Ahead of the NHL draft, on where things stand for the Canadiens:

Canadiens Draft Preview: Trade potential lowered by current market dynamics The Montreal Canadiens are one of many teams looking to improve their current roster and contend next season — which makes trading one of their first-round picks for an established player all the more...

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Hutson's relentless drive and work ethic land him Calder Trophy win Lane Hutson’s work ethic made him the fourth defenceman in NHL history to lead all rookies in scoring and also helped the him clear over fellow Calder finalists Dustin Wolf and Macklin Celebrini.

On saucer passes and solo skates—the makings of a Calder Trophy season for Lane Hutson: www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Hutson's relentless drive and work ethic land him Calder Trophy win Lane Hutson’s work ethic made him the fourth defenceman in NHL history to lead all rookies in scoring and also helped the him clear over fellow Calder finalists Dustin Wolf and Macklin Celebrini.

On saucer passes and solo skates—the makings of a Calder Trophy season for Lane Hutson: www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Watch Live: Canadiens' Lane Hutson speaks after winning Calder Trophy Lane Hutson's historic rookie season with the Montreal Canadiens has earned him the Calder Trophy as the NHL's top rookie.

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Love of hockey has brought Panthers' Zito to pinnacle of sport “I feel totally relaxed." Bill Zito is in his element, taking in and celebrating a core he helped craft over his five years with the Panthers. With the team on the edge of glory once more, the GM tal...

Exclusive interview with the architect of the Florida Panthers. Bill Zito is up for the Jim Gregory Award, and he’s got a strong case to win it. Comments from Roberto Luongo, Kent Hughes, Les Jackson, and great anecdotes from Zito: www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Panthers' composure ensures third straight trip to Stanley Cup Final The Panthers never let emotions get the best of them. It’s just not in their DNA.

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Panthers' composure ensures third straight trip to Stanley Cup Final The Panthers never let emotions get the best of them. It’s just not in their DNA.

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ECF Notebook: Hurricanes' sound win a building block toward comeback The Hurricanes needed to win by any means necessary in Game 4 against the Panthers. But the sound way in which they got the victory mattered, providing confidence for a Carolina comeback.

Notebook on Canes’ recipe, Panthers’ duality, name-calling, and adjustments 👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Hurricanes restore hope, dignity in slump-busting win over Panthers Though the Hurricanes saved themselves from complete embarrassment in the Eastern Conference Final, they know they will have to top this performance to win Game 5.

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Hurricanes restore hope, dignity in slump-busting win over Panthers Though the Hurricanes saved themselves from complete embarrassment in the Eastern Conference Final, they know they will have to top this performance to win Game 5.

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Through Blizzards and words, boisterous Marchand proving easy fit with Panthers Through both his unique ability to find the right words and his impact on the ice as one of the best players of his generation, Brad Marchand's found a seamless fit with the Florida Panthers. Now, he ...

My feature on the one and only Brad Marchand👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Panthers impose will on Hurricanes, one win away from third straight Cup Final Arguably no one plays the tough brand of playoff hockey better than the Panthers. They’re smash-and-grab specialists, imposing their will and breaking that of their opponents, feeding off vulnerabilit...

There was one play early in this game that made the outcome totally predictable. On the compound interest of the relentless Panthers forecheck 👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Panthers impose will on Hurricanes, one win away from third straight Cup Final Arguably no one plays the tough brand of playoff hockey better than the Panthers. They’re smash-and-grab specialists, imposing their will and breaking that of their opponents, feeding off vulnerabilit...

There was one play early in this game that made the outcome totally predictable. On the compound interest of the relentless Panthers forecheck 👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...

Hurricanes buckling under the pressure that Panthers embrace The Hurricanes were disconnected from the start and they were so apparently suffocated by the pressure of the moment. How else do you explain the way they habitually turned gold to lead in Game 2?

On Thursday morning, Brad Marchand delivered his thesis on how to be a champion.
His words resonated through every second of Game 2…
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Hurricanes buckling under the pressure that Panthers embrace The Hurricanes were disconnected from the start and they were so apparently suffocated by the pressure of the moment. How else do you explain the way they habitually turned gold to lead in Game 2?

On Thursday morning, Brad Marchand delivered his thesis on how to be a champion.
His words resonated through every second of Game 2…
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...