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Saturday Habs Headlines: Michael Hage’s big World Juniors debut

In today’s links, Hage’s three-point game, Montreal a potential destination for Jonathan Marchessault, a strong first half, how the roster was put together, a strike in the ECHL, and the Maple Leafs add a new assistant coach.

Jun 27, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Michael Hage appears on a red carpet before the start of the 2024 NHL Awards at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. | Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Montreal Canadiens news and notes

  • Michael Hage had a goal and two assists in Canada’s 7-5 win over Czechia at the World Juniors. [TSN]
  • Test your knowledge of Canadiens players who have played in the World Juniors. [La Presse]
  • Chris Johnston has Jonathan Marchessault joining the Habs ahead of the trade deadline. [The Athletic]
  • Despite a slew of injuries, the opening portion of the season went as the Habs had hoped. [Montreal Gazette]
  • The genealogy of the Canadiens’ roster. [La Presse]
  • The ECHL is postponing games as the players association takes strike action. The Lions de Trois-Rivières are staying ready to play should the situation change. [La Presse]

Around the league and elsewhere

  • The Edmonton Oilers see an opportunity to rack up some wins with a home-game-heavy schedule coming up. [NHL.com]
  • Canada’s 4 Nations Face-Off roster was one of the top five teams in the nation in 2025. [Radio-Canada]
  • The Toronto Maple Leafs hired Steve Sullivan to replace Marc Savard on their coaching staff. [Sportsnet]
  • Ilya Sorokin was the NHL’s leader in high-danger save percentage in 2025. [NHL.com]
  • The Edmonton Oilers intend to terminate the contract of David Tomasek. [Sportsnet]

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