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Eric Bolte-Imagn Images Here are the M ontreal Canadiens news items, stories, and content you may have missed on Friday. Montreal Canadiens News The Canadiens made a trade implicating three minor-league players on Friday afternoon, and while none of the players included will feature in an NHL game this year, the fact that Montreal acquired an AHL goaltender is clear-cut sign that Jacob Fowler is not heading back to the Laval Rocket any time soon. It’s the ultimate vote of confidence in the young netminder.

[ Canadiens Make Minor League Trade With Major Implications ] While most of the attention has been sent Fowler’s way, it’s impossible to forget he’s essentially replacing veteran netminder Samuel Montembeault. Despite this, Montembeault has been nothing short of excellent when it comes to supporting his goaltending counterparts in Montreal. Samuel Montembeault semble avoir une excellente attitude et encourage beaucoup Jacob Fowler.

Les deux gardiens prennent souvent le temps de discuter ensemble. @DLCoulisses #GoHabsGo #Montembeault #Fowler #NHL pic. twitter.

com/v9Utkuer2R — Patrick Guillet (@PatGuillet) March 13, 2026 The Habs are scoring more often, and much of the credit must be given to the team’s top forwards, however, the increased production has mostly come on the powerplay, and there’s no doubt both Lane Hutson and Noah Dobson have been a godsend in that regard. [ Canadiens Analysis: Evaluating Montreal’s Improved Production ] In other news, seventh-round pick Luke Mittelstadt was signed to an entry-level contract, putting an end to his four-year tenure with the University of Minnesota (NCAA). Mittelstadt served as one of the Gophers’ captains this season, earning three goals and 19 assists in 36 games, the highest output of his NCAA career.