Here are the Montreal Canadiens and NHL news items from Wednesday that you may have missed.
Montreal Canadiens News
- Seeing as Adam Engstrom is playing excellent hockey, and Mike Matheson is approaching a return to play, the Canadiens opted to reassign prospect David Reinbacher to the Laval Rocket in the AHL. With this decision, Reinbacher will be able to absorb heavy minutes in a development league, which is exactly what the doctor ordered for a player who has suffered through numerous injuries in recent years. He needs as much experience as possible at this point in his development. Forward Owen Beck was also sent to the Laval Rocket.
Les Canadiens ont cédé l’attaquant Owen Beck et le défenseur David Reinbacher au Rocket de Laval. The Canadiens have loaned forward Owen Beck and defenseman David Reinbacher to the Laval Rocket. #GoHabsGo https://t.co/q9Rf9CWQo5
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) October 21, 2026
- Some may disagree, but once we set emotions aside, there’s no doubt the Canadiens have a discipline issue. They’re currently leading the league in minors, despite having played two fewer games than the competition. But the problem goes well beyond this season, it’s been an issue ever since head coach Martin St-Louis took over a few years ago. [The Canadiens Have A Serious Discipline Problem]
- The Canadiens moved up to select Zharovsky in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, and while it’s too early to suggest it has paid off, the early returns are very encouraging. The 19-year-old winger scored a beautiful goal in the KHL on Wednesday. [MUST SEE: Prospect Alexander Zharovsky Scores Beautiful End-To-End Goal]
- Two injured players spent a lot of time on the ice in Brossard. Both Matheson and Florian Xhekaj spent the better part of an hour running drills, which indicates they’re getting close to a return to play.
Mike Matheson et Florian Xhekaj ont passé environ 45 minutes sur la glace aujourd’hui à Brossard. Ne soyez pas surpris de les voir participer à l’entraînement de l’équipe demain. Les deux joueurs semblaient très à l’aise tout au long des exercices et n’ont montré aucun signe d’inconfort. 👀🏒⬇ @DLCoulisses #GoHabsGo #Matheson #Xhekaj #NHL
— Patrick Guillet (@PatGuillet) October 21, 2026
- Here’s the latest mind-blowing stat relating to phenom Lane Hutson. As a reminder, the Habs have had a few decent players grace their lineup over the years.
Most assists for the Canadiens before turning 23 years old: 135 — Lane Hutson 135 — Henri Richard https://t.co/7kJMZOr3ZB
— William Dubé (@williamdube_) October 20, 2026
Sportsnaut Network
- There are a slew of technical reasons why Dylan Garand is enjoying so much success with the New York Rangers. But it’s what’s between his ears that stands out most to longtime American Hockey League beat reporter Patrick Williams. [New York Rangers]
- Brenden Dillon’s trade protection allowed the veteran defenceman to remain with the New Jersey Devils last season. [New Jersey Devils]
- The Carolina Hurricanes certainly had an entertaining game against the Vancouver Canucks under those late-night lights in Rogers Arena, taking the win 6-3, though not without tension.. [Carolina Hurricanes]
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