When the Canadiens entered the 2023-24 season, optimism surrounded Kirby Dach. But just 26:02 ... newly acquired sniper Patrik Laine suffered a knee-on-knee collision with a Leafs AHL player ...

Also in this week's notebook, Lane Hutson's self-evaluation, the second line's emergence and an update on an under-the-radar prospect.

CHICAGO — Kirby Dach skated up the left side of the offensive zone with the puck while being closely defended, slid the puck from his backhand perfectly to Patrik Laine as he rushed the net from ...

Without a doubt, Kirby Dach is experiencing his best moments since his injury ... He’s passed a good test in the absence of Patrik Laine and has done well without a regular winger. Whether it’s with ...

Laine has been the perfect addition for the Canadiens. While his defensive game can be improved, he is being paid to score goals, and he is doing that, especially on the power play. On the season, ...

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Kirby Dach scored twice and the Montreal Canadiens defeated the Utah Hockey Club 5-3 on Tuesday night. Mike Matheson, Patrik Laine and Cole Caufield also scored for ...