Montreal Canadiens news and notes
- Arber Xhekaj is reportedly drawing interest around the league. [Journal de Montreal]
- Daniel Jacob was promoted from assistant to head coach of the Laval Rocket on Monday. [Sportsnet]
- Jacob stood out as the clear choice with his communication skills, hockey IQ, and work ethic. [Montreal Gazette]
- Can Jacob raise the bar as the new Rocket bench boss? [Journal de Montreal]
- Why the Canadiens have the flexibility to stay the course this offseason. [The Athletic]
- Weighing the pros and cons of Anthony Mantha being the right fit for the Canadiens’ top six. [The Sick Podcast]
Around the league and elsewhere
- NHL teams are weighing the risks and rewards of trading for Vancouver Canucks’ Elias Pettersson. [TSN]
- Seattle Kraken centre Shane Wright might be the most misunderstood and misused player in the NHL. [The Province]
- Peyton Krebs avoided an arbitration hearing after signing a four-year, $18 million contract with the Buffalo Sabres. [NHL]
- The Sabres are teaming up with the Buffalo Bills for their annual Pet Adoption Event on July 25. [NHL]
- The Winnipeg Jets signed first-round pick Viggo Bjorck to a three-year, entry-level contract. [Sportsnet]
- The New York Rangers agreed to terms with Braden Schneider on a one-year contract. [NHL]
- Carter Mazur couldn’t be happier to continue representing his hometown for another two years with the Detroit Red Wings. [NHL]
- Four Calgary Flames prospects have been named to USA Hockey’s roster for the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase. [NHL]
