Habs Daily: Reinbacher Development, Suzuki Leadership, Training Camp
Here are the Montreal Canadiens and NHL news items you may have missed on Monday.
Montreal Canadiens News
- There’s no doubt David Reinbacher’s development has been tumultuous. He’s missed significant stretches in every season since he was drafted, due to various injuries. However, he’s also managed to improve several aspects of his play, a clear-cut sign that he’s progressing, albeit slower than expected. [Top 20 Canadiens Prospects: David Reinbacher’s Improved Skill Set]
- The Habs haven’t swung any trades to considerably improve the lineup, but despite the lack of action on the trade front, they’re in great shape. The driving force behind the optimism is Nick Suzuki’s excellent leadership. [Suzuki’s Leadership Will Guide The Canadiens To Success]
- Hockey is just around the corner! The Canadiens will open their main training camp on September 16th.
The Habs main training camp will begin on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. pic.twitter.com/LkGqkqPGGH
— /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) August 24, 2026
- Here’s your daily dose of Lane Hutson highlights, with a side order of Alexander Texier overtime magic.
Can we talk about Alexandre Texier’s play on the Lane Hutson Habs playoff OT winner last night?
— /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) April 25, 2026
- Ivan Demidov was absent from practice for almost a week, which, frankly, is relatively reassuring. It’s fun to see him practice every waking hour, but he needs some time off as well. Demidov was joined in Brossard by Zachary Bolduc, Phillip Danault, Alex Newhook, and several other NHL players.
Ivan Demidov est de retour à Brossard après quelques jours d’absence.
D’ailleurs, plusieurs joueurs sont également présents ce matin, dont Zachary Bolduc, Phillip Danault, Joe Veleno (Rangers), Raphaël Lavoie (Golden Knights), Alex Newhook, Jake Evans, Jayden Struble et Jakub… pic.twitter.com/HyMyfzm0kl
— Patrick Guillet (@PatGuillet) August 24, 2026
- Shockingly (or not), Hutson was among the first players to hit the ice on Monday.
Lane Hutson, Owen Beck et Jared Davidson sont les trois premiers joueurs à fouler la patinoire ce matin à Brossard.@DLCoulisses #GoHabsGo #Hutson #NHL pic.twitter.com/7AaK26tBWh
— Patrick Guillet (@PatGuillet) August 24, 2026
- ICYMI: Gleb Pugachyov is one of the most interesting prospects in the system, owing to his impressive frame, offensive prowess, and top-notch skating. He’s a long-term project for the Canadiens, but if all goes well, he should eventually make his way to the NHL and play a crucial role for the team that drafted him 26th overall in 2026. [Canadiens Top 20 Prospects: Gleb Pugachyov Personifies Power, Potential ]
Sportsnaut Network
- The New Jersey Devils have announced their 2026-27 theme night and giveaway schedule, featuring a mix of new events, returning fan favourites and several exclusive items for fans attending games at Prudential Center. [New Jersey Devils]
- Even though the Habs did not make many moves this offseason, the opinions from outside the market are still quite positive. [Florida Panthers]
- Nathan MacKinnon remained No. 2 on NHL Network’s annual list of the league’s top centres, with the Colorado Avalanche superstar holding the same spot he occupied a year ago. [Colorado Avalanche]
