Building more than a roster

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Montreal Canadiens news and notes

Derek Lalonde has been brought in as an assistant coach with news that Trevor Letowski is stepping back from his duties to be closer to his family. [Sportsnet]
Alex Newhook is bringing some Habs friends to Newfoundland for his third annual golf fundraiser this August. [VOCM]
Ivan Demidov’s contract extension reflects the Canadiens’ team-first culture. [The Lead Sports Media]
The Canadiens sign Reilly Walsh to a one-year, two-way contract. [EOTP]
If the IIHF were to allow Russia to participate in the next World Junior Championship, Alexander Zharovsky and Gleb Pugachyov will undoubtedly be on the roster. [Journal de Montreal]
Top five choices to replace Brendan Gallagher as alternate captain. [The Hockey Writers]
Could Vegas Golden Knights veteran William Karlsson be the answer to the Habs’ second-line centre problem? [The Sick Podcast]
The Trois-Rivières Lions announced their list of players who have received qualifying offers for the 2026-27 season. [Trois-Rivières Lions]

Connor Bedard will miss the start of the Chicago Blackhawks season due to shoulder surgery. [Sportsnet]
With Bedard out until November, the Blackhawks are forced to find someone to fill the void. [NHL]
The New York Islanders are turning to their fans to design their 2026-27 alternate jersey. [TSN]
The Utah Mammoth have matched the New Jersey Devil’s offer sheet to Barrett Hayton. [Sportsnet]
New Toronto Maple Leafs assistant coach Daniel Alfredsson understands that some Ottawa Senators fans are upset to see him switch sides in the Battle of Ontario. [TSN]
The Maple Leafs announced they’ll be taking on the Montreal Canadiens and Senators during the pre-season. [Sportsnet]
Ryan Shea says the opportunity to be teammates with Connor McDavid after playing with Sidney Crosby was simply too enticing. [NHL]
The Philadelphia Flyers announced the dates for their 10th annual fan-favorite Community Caravan. [NHL]