The Montreal Canadiens drew the Maple Leafs in Toronto and it was a match-up that Montreal has struggled with, but not this time. The Canadiens posted a tight 3-2 win.

It’s getting to where betting against the Canadiens is unwise, including from an awards perspective. Here are the top five to win in 2026-27:

La chaîne TVA Sports continuera de diffuser des parties du Canadien de Montréal à son antenne au cours de la prochaine saison.

Nick Bobrov's Russian hockey network has helped the Canadiens build a unique prospect pipeline that could become a competitive advantage.

The Montreal Canadiens came to terms with restricted-free-agent Kirby Dach, re-signing the 25-year-old to a one-year, $3.6 million deal.

The Canadiens are counting on internal growth. Here's the biggest offseason development goal for each of Montreal's young players.

A credit to Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes (and predecessor Marc Bergevin), here are the top five Habs contracts for 2026-27.

Derek Lalonde's arrival gives the Canadiens proven defensive experience, turning an unexpected coaching change into a potential upgrade.

The former first-overall pick worked in the player development department for the last 12 years

The Canadiens resisted the urge to overspend in free agency. Here's how their projected 2026-27 lineup could benefit from internal growth

Replacing Brendan Gallagher won’t be easy, but the Canadiens do have many viable alternate-captain candidates from which to choose.

Which Canadiens prospects have the best chance to reach the NHL? A look at Montreal's next wave, from high-probability players to long shots.