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Tuesday Habs Headlines: Ups and Downs

Danault appreciates the differences in his second stint with Montreal, struggles and confidence, the Olympics and more in today’s links

Jan 20, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Logan Mailloux (24) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Minnesota Wild during the first period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Montreal Canadiens News and Notes

  • Phillip Danault is enjoying the things that make this version of the Habs different from the team he played with the first time around. [Montreal Gazette]
  • Nick Suzuki believes that the Habs accept their teammates as they are, and that would translate to accepting a gay teammate or opponent. [TVA Sports]
  • Sam Montembeault is not alone when it comes to the Habs struggles. [The Athletic | La Presse | Radio-Canada]
  • The recent struggles have not shaken their confidence though. [Montreal Gazette]
  • The Habs have wisely not rushed Patrik Laine. [Sportsnet]
  • Brendan Gallagher one of the players interviewed by Felix Seguin. [TVA Sports]
  • Alexandre Carrier, Mike Matheson, and Samuel Blais will all be in attendance at the Pee-Wee tournament in Quebec City. [TVA Sports]
  • André Pronovost is the last living member of the Canadiens’ dynasty of the 1950s. [La Presse]

Around the League and Elsewhere

  • The game between the Kings and Blue Jackets has been rescheduled. [NHL]
  • Marc-Andre Fleury continues to say that he is unlikely to return. [TSN]
  • Brady Tkachuk believes that Matthew will be ready for the Olympics. [NHL]
  • Auston Matthews thinks Team USA has what it takes to win. [NHL]
  • The Senators are falling out of the playoff picture, so now what. [Sportsnet]

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