Eric Engels
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Sr. Columnist @Sportsnet. Montreal Canadiens/NHL Beat http://threads.net/snericengels Insta: http://instagram.com/snericengels/
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Canadiens' Gorton exploring all possibilities ahead of NHL trade deadline
“We’d like to be aggressive, and we will be, if need be.” Jeff Gorton knows he's in a tricky spot as his team approaches the trade deadline. Eric Engels sat down to discuss strategies with the Canadie...
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On short- and long-term plans and the delicate balance between achieving both. And much more on every other subject Canadiens fans are wondering about ahead of the trade deadline…
My interview with president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton:
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
My interview with president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton:
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Reposted by Eric Engels
A dominant performance that highlighted just how much Slafkovsky has grown up.
The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
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The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Slafkovsky's complete effort in Slovakia win reflects growth from first Olympics
Turns out Juraj Slafkovsky wasn't quite ready to give up his Olympics crown. The 2022 MVP instead kicked things up a notch, showing off his improved play to lead Slovakia to an upset win over Finland,...
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February 11, 2026 at 8:30 PM
A dominant performance that highlighted just how much Slafkovsky has grown up.
The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
A dominant performance that highlighted just how much Slafkovsky has grown up.
The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Slafkovsky's complete effort in Slovakia win reflects growth from first Olympics
Turns out Juraj Slafkovsky wasn't quite ready to give up his Olympics crown. The 2022 MVP instead kicked things up a notch, showing off his improved play to lead Slovakia to an upset win over Finland,...
www.sportsnet.ca
February 11, 2026 at 8:30 PM
A dominant performance that highlighted just how much Slafkovsky has grown up.
The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The points were earned, and the details and maturity of his game were on full display. 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Reposted by Eric Engels
Thanks to Amanda, Rob and Nick Suzuki for pulling back the curtain on Nick’s journey to the Olympics. 🇨🇦 🍁 👇🏻
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Nick Suzuki's Olympic dream formed watching idol Crosby score golden goal
Like most Canadians his age, Nick Suzuki grew up idolizing and modelling his game after Sidney Crosby. Now, breathing the same Olympic air as his hero, it all seems to have paid off.
Eric Engels catc...
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February 8, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Thanks to Amanda, Rob and Nick Suzuki for pulling back the curtain on Nick’s journey to the Olympics. 🇨🇦 🍁 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/olympic-men-...
www.sportsnet.ca/olympic-men-...
Thanks to Amanda, Rob and Nick Suzuki for pulling back the curtain on Nick’s journey to the Olympics. 🇨🇦 🍁 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/olympic-men-...
www.sportsnet.ca/olympic-men-...
Nick Suzuki's Olympic dream formed watching idol Crosby score golden goal
Like most Canadians his age, Nick Suzuki grew up idolizing and modelling his game after Sidney Crosby. Now, breathing the same Olympic air as his hero, it all seems to have paid off.
Eric Engels catc...
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February 8, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Thanks to Amanda, Rob and Nick Suzuki for pulling back the curtain on Nick’s journey to the Olympics. 🇨🇦 🍁 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/olympic-men-...
www.sportsnet.ca/olympic-men-...
On short- and long-term plans and the delicate balance between achieving both. And much more on every other subject Canadiens fans are wondering about ahead of the trade deadline…
My interview with president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton:
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
My interview with president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton:
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' Gorton exploring all possibilities ahead of NHL trade deadline
“We’d like to be aggressive, and we will be, if need be.” Jeff Gorton knows he's in a tricky spot as his team approaches the trade deadline. Eric Engels sat down to discuss strategies with the Canadie...
www.sportsnet.ca
February 5, 2026 at 2:52 PM
On short- and long-term plans and the delicate balance between achieving both. And much more on every other subject Canadiens fans are wondering about ahead of the trade deadline…
My interview with president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton:
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
My interview with president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton:
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Reposted by Eric Engels
The Canadiens sputtered and choked on their way to the 4 Nations break a year ago, but they just charged through some of the best teams in the NHL to get to this break because, as Martin St. Louis said, they're "not the same team."
More on that👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
More on that👇🏻
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Canadiens' chase to Olympic break proves readiness for playoff push
If we're to take anything from the way the Canadiens played in the lead-up to the Olympic break, it's that they'll be ready for the real fun when NHL hockey resumes.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:38 AM
The Canadiens sputtered and choked on their way to the 4 Nations break a year ago, but they just charged through some of the best teams in the NHL to get to this break because, as Martin St. Louis said, they're "not the same team."
More on that👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
More on that👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Interview with Jeff Gorton filed and dropping Sportsnet.ca later this morning. It’s jam packed on all things #GoHabsGo trade deadline. One important note: as the search continues for a goaltending coach in Laval, Marco Marciano is going down to work with Jacob Fowler during the Olympic break.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Interview with Jeff Gorton filed and dropping Sportsnet.ca later this morning. It’s jam packed on all things #GoHabsGo trade deadline. One important note: as the search continues for a goaltending coach in Laval, Marco Marciano is going down to work with Jacob Fowler during the Olympic break.
The Canadiens sputtered and choked on their way to the 4 Nations break a year ago, but they just charged through some of the best teams in the NHL to get to this break because, as Martin St. Louis said, they're "not the same team."
More on that👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
More on that👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' chase to Olympic break proves readiness for playoff push
If we're to take anything from the way the Canadiens played in the lead-up to the Olympic break, it's that they'll be ready for the real fun when NHL hockey resumes.
www.sportsnet.ca
February 5, 2026 at 5:38 AM
The Canadiens sputtered and choked on their way to the 4 Nations break a year ago, but they just charged through some of the best teams in the NHL to get to this break because, as Martin St. Louis said, they're "not the same team."
More on that👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
More on that👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens finish the night in second place in the Atlantic Division after Red Wings loss to Mammoth. They'll remain there through the Olympic break if Buffalo loses to Pittsburgh Thursday.
February 5, 2026 at 4:49 AM
Canadiens finish the night in second place in the Atlantic Division after Red Wings loss to Mammoth. They'll remain there through the Olympic break if Buffalo loses to Pittsburgh Thursday.
Not expecting Patrik Laine to return tomorrow vs. Jets.
February 3, 2026 at 10:58 PM
Not expecting Patrik Laine to return tomorrow vs. Jets.
Reposted by Eric Engels
Dach’s game is gaining steam and providing management some valuable information 👇🏻
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Kirby Dach giving Canadiens what they need in playoff-style games
In a playoff-style game against the Wild on Monday, Kirby Dach held his own and helped the Canadiens earn a point.
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February 3, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Dach’s game is gaining steam and providing management some valuable information 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Dach’s game is gaining steam and providing management some valuable information 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Kirby Dach giving Canadiens what they need in playoff-style games
In a playoff-style game against the Wild on Monday, Kirby Dach held his own and helped the Canadiens earn a point.
www.sportsnet.ca
February 3, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Dach’s game is gaining steam and providing management some valuable information 👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
That zone exit from Matheson on Gallagher’s goal…
February 3, 2026 at 1:33 AM
That zone exit from Matheson on Gallagher’s goal…
Reposted by Eric Engels
Think back to last Saturday. Sure feels like a distant memory now…
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www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens beat Sabres to ace character-testing week
The Canadiens entered the week with their character facing the ultimate test, staring down a schedule that pitted them against Vegas, Colorado and Buffalo.
But three wins later, Montreal earned an A+...
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February 1, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Think back to last Saturday. Sure feels like a distant memory now…
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Think back to last Saturday. Sure feels like a distant memory now…
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens beat Sabres to ace character-testing week
The Canadiens entered the week with their character facing the ultimate test, staring down a schedule that pitted them against Vegas, Colorado and Buffalo.
But three wins later, Montreal earned an A+...
www.sportsnet.ca
February 1, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Think back to last Saturday. Sure feels like a distant memory now…
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Reposted by Eric Engels
"I take our seven guys over anyone in the league."
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' defence shows foundation of future contender in win over Avalanche
In Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the league.
www.sportsnet.ca
January 30, 2026 at 5:58 AM
"I take our seven guys over anyone in the league."
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
"I take our seven guys over anyone in the league."
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' defence shows foundation of future contender in win over Avalanche
In Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the league.
www.sportsnet.ca
January 30, 2026 at 5:58 AM
"I take our seven guys over anyone in the league."
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Nick Suzuki's statement about the Canadiens' defencemen may seem hyperbolic. But in Thursday's win over the Avalanche, Montreal's D-corps looked as strong as any in the NHL. www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
That was Dobes’ best game of the season.
Time to see if he can build on it👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Time to see if he can build on it👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Strong showing in Canadiens’ win earns Dobes long-awaited opportunity
Jakub Dobes gave the Canadiens much more than a solid performance in net during Tuesday's win over the Golden Knights.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:56 AM
That was Dobes’ best game of the season.
Time to see if he can build on it👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Time to see if he can build on it👇🏻 www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The timeline for Laine’s return was three-to-four months. Yesterday marked three months, but the Canadiens will be just as cautious with him as they were with Guhle and Dach when they were getting closer to full health.
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Canadiens wise to wait before activating Patrik Laine
The Montreal Canadiens have time with Patrik Laine, and they appear intent on taking it.
Eric Engels digs into the decision to wait on Laine, and why it's the correct choice.
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January 26, 2026 at 11:17 PM
The timeline for Laine’s return was three-to-four months. Yesterday marked three months, but the Canadiens will be just as cautious with him as they were with Guhle and Dach when they were getting closer to full health.
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Reposted by Eric Engels
Montembeault showed a lot of character and resilience to get his game back last month, but his last three starts have thrown a wrench in his comeback.
He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
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He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Another sudden collapse raises questions about Canadiens' Montembeault
Saturday’s game only reinforced that the Canadiens can’t continue to depend on Samuel Montembeault as their starter. Something has got to give.
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January 25, 2026 at 5:24 AM
Montembeault showed a lot of character and resilience to get his game back last month, but his last three starts have thrown a wrench in his comeback.
He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Montembeault showed a lot of character and resilience to get his game back last month, but his last three starts have thrown a wrench in his comeback.
He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Another sudden collapse raises questions about Canadiens' Montembeault
Saturday’s game only reinforced that the Canadiens can’t continue to depend on Samuel Montembeault as their starter. Something has got to give.
www.sportsnet.ca
January 25, 2026 at 5:24 AM
Montembeault showed a lot of character and resilience to get his game back last month, but his last three starts have thrown a wrench in his comeback.
He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
He had this game on Saturday until it slipped out of his glove and went through his five-hole…👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Some insight in here from longtime NHL coach Ken Hitchcock on what makes the Canadiens so dangerous.
Diverging from their identity unfortunately made them too easy to play against through the first 23 minutes of Thursday's game...
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Diverging from their identity unfortunately made them too easy to play against through the first 23 minutes of Thursday's game...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' lack of early forecheck proves costly in loss to Sabres
For the last 37 minutes of Thursday’s game, the Canadiens played true to their identity.
But as their coach pointed out, a lack of forechecking in the first 23 minutes cost them dearly.
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January 23, 2026 at 6:48 AM
Some insight in here from longtime NHL coach Ken Hitchcock on what makes the Canadiens so dangerous.
Diverging from their identity unfortunately made them too easy to play against through the first 23 minutes of Thursday's game...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Diverging from their identity unfortunately made them too easy to play against through the first 23 minutes of Thursday's game...
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Reposted by Eric Engels
“It feels like tonight we found our identity,” said Phil Danault.
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' new grind line lays groundwork for Caufield, Hutson heroics
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January 21, 2026 at 6:44 AM
“It feels like tonight we found our identity,” said Phil Danault.
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
“It feels like tonight we found our identity,” said Phil Danault.
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
Canadiens' new grind line lays groundwork for Caufield, Hutson heroics
www.sportsnet.ca
January 21, 2026 at 6:44 AM
“It feels like tonight we found our identity,” said Phil Danault.
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...
The Canadiens need him, Gallagher and Anderson to maintain it as the games only get harder and heavier from this point forward👇🏻
www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/...