Montreal Canadiens News and Rumors

Acquisition of Patrik Laine: unknown details emerge

After months of rumors, it's finally official: the Montreal Canadiens have acquired forward Patrik Laine!.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Canadiens’ Laine says he’s been skating following off-season shoulder procedure

The newest member of the Montreal Canadiens is feeling ready both mentally and physically for the upcoming season. But during his first media availability since the trade, Laine told reporters that he’s been cleared to skate after having an operati

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Published: 2 weeks ago

NHL Trade Grades for Montreal Canadiens-Columbus Blue Jackets Patrik Laine Deal

The Patrik Laine era with the Columbus Blue Jackets officially ended Monday after two-and-a-half up-and-down seasons. The Blue Jackets traded Laine, (as well…

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Laine looking to exceed scoring expectations: ‘I want to be at 40 or 50’

Montreal Canadiens newest trade acquisition Patrik Laine discusses how hopes to return as an elite goalscorer this season although lists his main priority is to help his new club win games.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Patrik Laine's plan in Montreal: impactful statement and he does not intend to play the tourists

Patrik Laine is now a member of the Montreal Canadiens, and you might think that the pressure of a market like this would intimidate him, but not at all.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Laine excited to play in Montreal: ‘I’ve always liked the spotlight’

Patrik Laine discusses his conversation with general manager Kent Hughes before being acquired by the Montreal Canadiens from the Columbus Blue Jackets and why he is excited to play in front of a passionate fan base.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Canadiens’ Hughes hoping for leadership, buy-in from ‘energized’ Laine

It’s not every day that a 26-year-old is considered an elder statesman, but that sort of veteran leadership is what the Montreal Canadiens hope to have acquired following a stunning trade.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Laine gets 'change of scenery' in trade to Habs

Just days after it became public that he wanted to leave Columbus, the Blue Jackets shipped forward Patrik Laine to the Montreal Canadiens on Monday, in exchange for defenseman Jordan Harris, as well as a second-round choice in the 2026 NHL draft.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Watch Live: Canadiens GM Kent Hughes discusses Patrik Laine trade

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes will speak to the media on Wednesday via Zoom following a blockbuster deal to acquire forward Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Canadiens Acquire Patrik Laine from Blue Jackets

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired winger Patrik Laine and a 2026 second-round draft pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for defenseman Jordan Harris. Laine, 26, has spent parts…

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Canadiens get star winger Patrik Laine, 2026 pick for defenceman Jordan Harris

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired star forward Patrik Laine and a second-round pick in the 2026 NHL draft in a trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets for defenceman Jordan Harris.

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Published: 2 weeks ago