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Brandon Croce

Joined: Jan 8, 2026

Apr 19, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky (20) reacts to scoring a goal with defenseman Lane Hutson (48) and forward Nick Suzuki (14) against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

3 Montreal Canadiens who must replicate their Game 1 heroics against Lightning

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Apr 19, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky (20) celebrates scoring the game-winning goal with forward Alex Newhook (15) against the Tampa Bay Lightning during extra time in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Jon Cooper slams Lightning stupidity after Canadiens stun Tampa Bay in Game 1

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Apr 20, 2026

Apr 19, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky (20) reacts to scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Juraj Slafkovsky ties rare NHL playoff record to lead Canadiens past Lightning

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Apr 19, 2026

Apr 19, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Jayden Struble (47) shields the puck from Tampa Bay Lightning forward Yanni Gourde (37) during the first period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

4 takeaways from the Montreal Canadiens' Game 1 victory over the Lightning

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Apr 19, 2026

Jan 21, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens left wing Juraj Slafkovsky (20) plays the puck against Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (77) during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens catch a break with the latest Victor Hedman injury update

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Apr 18, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson (48) passes against the New York Islanders in the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alexander Wohl-Imagn Images

Canadiens fans just saw exactly why Lane Hutson- David Reinbacher hype is real

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Apr 17, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield (13) takes a shot on net during the third period of the game against the Florida Panthers at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

4 Montreal Canadiens who must deliver to upset the Tampa Bay Lightning

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Apr 17, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Alexandre Carrier (45) shoots the puck against the New York Islanders during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens look to get a big boost for their blueline ahead of the playoffs

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Apr 16, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky (20) and teammate forward Cole Caufield (13) prepare for a face off against the Florida Panthers during the first period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens young stars dominate The Athletic's NHL All-Under-25 roster

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Apr 16, 2026

Apr 9, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Corey Perry (10) challenges Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson (48) to fight during the second period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

4 massive questions facing the Montreal Canadiens in the series against the Lightning

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Apr 16, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Matvei Michkov (39) scores a goal against the Montréal Canadiens during the second period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

4 takeaways from the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers

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Apr 14, 2026

Apr 9, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky (20) celebrates with teammates including forward Cole Caufield (13) after scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens set to face Tampa Bay Lightning in massive playoff rematch

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Apr 14, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes (75) makes a save during the first period of the game against the Florida Panthers at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

3 Canadiens to watch against Flyers to keep home ice dreams alive

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Apr 14, 2026

Mar 7, 2025; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Michael Hage (19) skates against Penn State during a Big Ten Tournament quarter final game at Yost Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Elliotte Friedman reveals why Michael Hage is passing on a Canadiens contract for now

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Apr 13, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer (48) keeps the puck away from Montréal Canadiens center Phillip Danault (24) in the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alexander Wohl-Imagn Images

4 takeaways from the Montreal Canadiens 4-1 win over the New York Islanders

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Apr 12, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson (53) waits for a face-off against the New York Islanders during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Predicting Montreal Canadiens defensive pairs for playoffs after Noah Dobson injury

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Apr 12, 2026

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