Montreal Canadiens news and notes
- Throughout the second half of last season, and even during the Memorial Cup, Quentin Miller was being preparing for his first season as a starting goalie in the QMJHL. [Journal de Montreal]
- Outside of that infamous post-season series, the Canadiens have had the measure of the New York Rangers over the past two decades. [Forever Blueshirts]
- At some point during the 2022-23 season, Carey Price became the highest-earning goaltender in NHL history, surpassing Henrik Lundqvist’s total of over $102 million. [Daily Hive]
- Alex Newhook will have his old number 18 retired by the Victoria Grizzlies in October. [CHEK News]
- The best off-season decision from each of the 32 teams. [The Score]
- There won’t be any special jerseys involved, but the Canadiens have announced their event nights for the 2023-24 season. [Canadiens.com]
Around the league and elsewhere
- Alex Galchenyuk pleaded guilty to a misdemeanour charge. Five of the charges against him were dropped. [The Athletic]
- Alex Chiasson joins the Boston Bruins on a one-year deal.[Daily Faceoff]
- The Philadelphia Flyers signed Oliver Bonk to his entry-level contract. [ESPN]
- The Carolina Hurricanes have signed Nathan Beaulieu to a professional tryout contract. [Hurricanes.com]
- Jonathan Bernier has made the decision to retire. [ESPN]
- Eight 2024 NHL Draft prospects to pay attention to this season. [Canucks Army]
- Do the Toronto Maple Leafs have the ability to rekindle John Klingberg’s game? [TSN]