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All the latest Habs news, recent Montreal Canadiens stories, as well as news and information from around the National Hockey League.<\/p>\n

Habs News<\/p>\n

It\u2019s time for MHN\u2019s Midseason 2023 NHL Draft Rankings! We review the top of this potent draft class and provide a top-64 ranking of eligible prospects. [2023 NHL Draft Rankings<\/a>]
\nMontreal Hockey Now sat down with top 2023 draft-eligible prospect Will Smith to discuss his strong play this season, his goals and his special relationship with Canadiens general manager, Kent Hughes. [Kent Hughes<\/a>]
\nAs we hit the final month before the NHL Trade Deadline, the updated priority order for waivers could help the Montreal Canadiens snatch up a player heading into this unique trade period.[NHL Waivers<\/a>]
\nThe Canadiens are looking to acquire top-end talent to build for a better future, and sacrificing veterans might not be their only means to achieving that goal. [Canadiens Trade Chips<\/a>]<\/p>\n

National Hockey Now News<\/p>\n

NYI: The acquisition and extension Bo Horvat has set the stage for a new dynamic duo for the Islanders. Full details here. [New York Islanders<\/a>]
\nCGY: The Calgary Flames will be active prior to the NHL Trade Deadline, and here are a few options that could be on their shopping list. [Calgary Flames<\/a>]
\nBOS: The Bruins have been associated with names like yan O\u2019Reilly, Jakob Chychrun and Patrick Kane on the trade front, but there\u2019s another name floating around of late. [Boston Bruins<\/a>]
\nPGH: Ron Hextall went to bat for Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan, as he openly threatened to trade players that refused to play hard for him.\u00a0 [Pittsburgh Penguins<\/a>]
\nPHI: Philadelphia Flyers penned an interesting letter to Flyers fans with the playoffs likely out of reach. [Philadelphia Flyers<\/a>]
\nDET: With Adam Erne having cleared waivers, the Detroit Red Wings recalled the injured Filip Zadina from his conditioning loan. [Detroit Red Wings<\/a>]
\nWSH: Washington Capitals forward Nicklas Backstrom recounts the adversity of his hip surgery, speaks on the future of his career. [Washington Capitals<\/a>]
\nFLA: Florida Panthers forward Anthony Duclair is set to return in the very near future, and it could require some player movement to make it happen. [Florida Panthers<\/a>]
\nVGK: The Vegas Golden Knights are waiting for the final verdict on Mark Stone\u2019s return date before becoming aggressive buyers. [Vegas Golden Knights<\/a>]
\nSJS:\u00a0 The San Jose Sharks moved Jaycob Megna to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for a mid-round pick. [San Jose Sharks<\/a>]<\/p>\n

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