In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Winnipeg Jets may have traded Connor Hellebuyck to avoid a public confrontation. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed Alexander Nikishin after a difficult contract…
In today’s NHL injury news, Chris Tanev is making progress toward a return for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Edmonton Oilers have placed goaltender Devon Levi on injured reserve, and…
Jim P. · · 4 min read
The Nashville Predators (4-3-4) have been the most unpredictable team in the league. A few days after the worst performance of the season against the Boston Bruins, they headed home…
Owen H. · · 4 min read
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 25 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 27 The greatest player to ever skate in the NHL added to his remarkable personal record book three times…
Matthew Z. · · 8 min read
The Vancouver Canucks have now lost 10-straight games, and Sunday’s 4–2 loss to the Minnesota Wild was another reminder of how difficult this season has become. The Canucks started well,…
The P. · · 4 min read
We are nearing the one-month mark of the 2026-27 NHL season. That’s still too small a sample size to make any final conclusions about the league’s 32 teams, but we’ve…
Justin G. · · 6 min read
When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Alex Newhook from the Colorado Avalanche in the 2023 NHL offseason, opinions were divided. Some believed Kent Hughes had paid a hefty price for a…
William B. · · 4 min read
NHL free agency is right around the corner. This class may be one of the weakest in years, but keep up with all the major signings with our free agency…
Kyle G. · · 4 min read
The Buffalo Sabres have been a member of the NHL for 56 years now, and while things haven’t been good for them in recent memory, this is a team that…
Brandon S. · · 14 min read
Let’s face it, we’re all a little tired of the Chicago Blackhawks. Given how often they’re on national television, how many of them were named to the National Hockey League’s…
THW A. · · 15 min read
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 26 On this date, the NHL’s highest-scoring defenseman ever took his place at the top of the list. Also,…
Matthew Z. · · 11 min read
It’s early in the NHL season, but a few teams are off to stronger starts than some may have expected.…
Alex C. · · 6 min read
The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2026-27 season with plenty of questions surrounding their goaltending situation, but few expected Jacob Fowler to become such an important part of the conversation this early. After being recalled following Samuel Montembeault’s injury, the young netminder has taken full advantage of his opportunity, quickly establishing himself as Montreal’s most reliable option between the pipes. With Montembeault eventually returning and Jakub Dobes struggling to find his game, the Canadiens are approaching a difficult decision. However, one thing is becoming increasingly clear, Fowler might not only be Montreal’s goaltender of the future, but also its best option right now. Fowler Is Making a Strong Case to Be the No. 1 When Fowler was recalled from the Laval Rocket, the expectation was that he would provide temporary relief while Montembeault recovered. Instead, the 21-year-old has played his way into a much bigger role. Through six appearances this season, Fowler has put together an impressive 5-1-0 record, accompanied by a 1.79 goals-against average and a .924 save percentage. Those are outstanding numbers for any goaltender, let alone one still adjusting to the NHL level. However, what makes Fowler’s performance particularly encouraging goes beyond the statistics. The young American has looked remarkably calm and collected between the pipes. He rarely seems overwhelmed by the moment, controls his movements well, and has shown the ability to make important saves when his team needs them most. For a Canadiens team that has experienced its share of defensive struggles and blown leads early this season, having a goaltender capable of providing stability is incredibly valuable. Perhaps most importantly, Fowler has consistently given Montreal a legitimate chance to win every night. That is exactly what the Canadiens need from their starting goaltender, especially as they look to establish themselves as a serious playoff contender. What Happens When Montembeault Returns? While Fowler’s emergence is undoubtedly excellent news for the Canadiens, it also creates an interesting dilemma for the organization. What happens when Montembeault is healthy enough to return? Under normal circumstances, the decision would be relatively straightforward. Fowler would return to Laval, where he could continue developing while receiving regular starts. However, given how well he has performed, sending him back to the American Hockey League would be difficult to justify. One possibility is that Montreal decides to carry three goaltenders for the foreseeable future. That scenario becomes particularly interesting when considering Dobes’ struggles. After entering the season with high expectations following his impressive playoff performances, Dobes has experienced a difficult start. Through five starts, he has recorded just one victory while posting a concerning 4.47 goals-against average and a .847 save percentage. Those numbers are simply not good enough, especially for a team hoping to compete for a playoff spot. Of course, five starts are not enough to completely give up on a young goaltender. Dobes has already demonstrated that he can perform at the NHL level, and the Canadiens should not forget that. Meanwhile, Montembeault remains the veteran of the group. Despite his injury and uncertain future with the organization, Montreal cannot simply remove him from the equation. Unless the Canadiens find a trade partner, he will remain part of their goaltending picture.…
William B. · · 6 min read
You know a schedule is strange when a head coach who’s been in the NHL for decades says he’s never…
Mark S. · · 6 min read
The Winnipeg Jets hosted the Montreal Canadiens in the 2026 Heritage Classic on a crisp Sunday evening at a sold-out…
Declan S. · · 5 min read
After losing their second straight, a 4-3 loss to the New Jersey Devils, the Avalanche needed a “get right” game.…
Ryan W. · · 4 min read
In the wake of a 4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, the Chicago Blackhawks were looking to shake things up…
Ryan W. · · 4 min read
Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Pyotr Andreyanov was named the Kontinental Hockey League’s (KHL) Rookie of the Week on Monday, the…
Alessandro R. · · 2 min read
The Syracuse Crunch had three games in five days this past week, with two of them being on the road…
Jim P. · · 4 min read
The sky continues to fall over Rogers Arena. As October draws to a close, the Vancouver Canucks find themselves in…
Matthew Z. · · 4 min read
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