Montreal Canadiens

Nick Suzuki was able to light the lamp for the Canadiens Friday night, scoring one goal in a 5-2 loss to the Senators.

Fantasy Impact: Suzuki has caught fire in the offensive zone, tallying points in 12 of his last 13 games (nine goals, nine assists) for the Canadiens. The center continues to offer head coach Martin St. Louis with an elite offensive option as part of a hard-charging Montreal lineup, posting a 1.10 point per game average (29 goals, 58 assists) in 79 games so far this season.

Cole Caufield posted one assist in the Canadiens' 5-2 loss to the Senators Friday night.

Fantasy Impact: Caufield continues a dynamic stretch in the offensive zone, posting points in five of his last six games (three goals, two assists) for the Canadiens. The winger continues to provide fantasy managers with one of the more productive offensive options as part of a resurgent Montreal lineup, tallying 68 points (37 goals, 31 assists) in 79 games so far this season.

Josh Anderson posted two points for the Canadiens Tuesday night, scoring one goal and picking up one assist in a 4-1 win over the Red Wings.

Fantasy Impact: Anderson has heated up in the offensive zone, collecting points in four of his last seven games (three goals, two assists) for the Canadiens. The winger has not provided fantasy managers with a reliable offensive option for much of the season, recording just 27 points (15 goals, 12 assists) in 77 games so far this season.

Dobes turned aside 23 of 25 shots for a .920 save percentage, playing the full 60 minutes and letting in only a pair of even-strength goals. His solid play kept Buffalo at bay, icing the 4-2 victory for Montreal.

Fantasy Impact: Though relatively new to the NHL spotlight, Dobes has shown flashes of reliability. Managers in need of goaltending depth or streaming options might give him a look if he continues to post respectable numbers. Still, keep an eye on Montreal’s defensive support, as it can be a factor in Dobes’ fantasy viability.

Sam Montembeault stopped 25 of 27 shots in Saturday’s 5-2 win over Ottawa. The victory snapped a rough stretch for the 28-year-old netminder, who had dropped five of his last six starts prior to the 4 Nations Face-Off.

Fantasy Impact: Montembeault has taken on a heavy workload this season, appearing in a career-high 43 games while posting a 19-21-3 record with a 2.97 GAA and an .897 save percentage. With no back-to-back sets over the next week, he could continue seeing regular starts unless head coach Martin St. Louis opts to work in Jakub Dobes following the two-week break. His fantasy value remains tied to volume rather than elite efficiency.

Brendan Gallagher tallied a goal and an assist, added three hits, and finished with a plus-2 rating in Saturday’s 5-2 victory over Ottawa. The veteran winger has posted back-to-back multi-point performances, with five goals and three assists over his last 12 outings.

Fantasy Impact: Gallagher remains a steady depth option, contributing across multiple categories while maintaining a third-line role with second-unit power-play time. His 15 goals, 25 points, 107 shots, and 63 hits through 57 games suggest he can provide value in deep leagues. While his scoring remains streaky, he’s showing flashes of strong secondary production.

Juraj Slafkovsky scored a goal on five shots, registered eight hits, and picked up a fighting major in Saturday’s 5-2 victory over Ottawa. The 20-year-old provided an insurance tally in the second period before dropping the gloves with Ridly Greig in the third.

Fantasy Impact: Slafkovsky showcased his power-forward potential in a well-rounded performance. He had just one assist in his previous six outings before the 4 Nations Face-Off break but appeared re-energized following the time off. With nine goals, 31 points, 76 shots, and 129 hits through 54 games, his blend of physicality and secondary scoring makes him an intriguing fantasy option in deeper leagues, particularly those rewarding hits and PIM.

Dvorak scored one of Montreal’s three goals, finishing with two shots on net and a plus-1 rating in 14:43 of ice time. He added three hits to his stat line and won 12 of 19 faceoffs (63.2%), showcasing a strong two-way effort despite the loss.

Fantasy Impact: Dvorak continues to provide a mix of faceoff proficiency and occasional scoring. He may not offer elite offensive totals, but his dependable play in the middle can help managers looking for help in the dot. In deeper leagues, he can be a serviceable option, particularly when he’s seeing middle-six minutes and power-play time.

Mike Matheson found the back of the net on three shots in Wednesday’s 6-3 loss to Los Angeles, ending a 10-game goal drought.

Fantasy Impact: Matheson’s tally came in an unconventional fashion, bouncing in after a high deflection. While his offensive production has dipped recently—registering just one assist in his previous 10 outings—he continues to log significant minutes in a top-four role. The blueliner now sits at four goals, 20 assists, 97 shots on net, 102 blocked shots, 39 PIM, and a minus-8 rating across 52 appearances. His defensive contributions keep him fantasy relevant in leagues that reward hits and blocks, though his offensive output remains inconsistent.

Lane Hutson recorded an assist, two hits, and three blocked shots in Wednesday’s 6-3 loss to Los Angeles, extending his point streak to two games.

Fantasy Impact: Hutson has bounced back after a recent scoring slump, picking up assists in consecutive contests. The young blueliner continues to provide solid offensive production with 41 points through 54 games, though his minus-16 rating remains a drawback. His willingness to contribute defensively with 77 blocks and 31 hits adds some value in deeper formats. While Hutson remains a solid fantasy option for offensive-minded defensemen, his overall impact could improve with a stronger plus-minus rating.

Kirby Dach recorded an assist and four hits in Wednesday’s 6-3 loss to Los Angeles, continuing his recent stretch of offensive contributions.

Fantasy Impact: Dach has now registered three assists over his last two contests while maintaining a steady role on the second line. The 23-year-old has produced 22 points through 54 games this season, supplementing his fantasy value with 93 hits and 34 blocked shots. However, his minus-27 rating remains a major concern. While his physical play makes him useful in deeper leagues, Dach’s offensive inconsistency limits his appeal in standard formats.

Alex Newhook registered an assist in Wednesday’s 6-3 loss to Los Angeles, extending his productive start to February.

Fantasy Impact: Newhook has tallied four points in three games this month, equaling his total from all of January. The 24-year-old appears to be meshing well on a revamped second line alongside Kirby Dach and Josh Anderson. While his 17 points through 54 games remain underwhelming, his recent uptick in production makes him a name to monitor. He’ll need to maintain this level of play over a longer stretch before becoming a reliable fantasy asset.

Joel Armia found the back of the net while shorthanded in Tuesday’s 4-3 victory over San Jose. The veteran winger has now tallied two shorthanded goals in as many games to begin February, already surpassing his goal total from January. Armia skated on the third line Tuesday as part of Montreal’s shuffled forward combinations.

Fantasy Impact: Armia continues to provide sneaky value in deeper formats with his special-teams production, contributing three shorthanded and three power-play points this season. While his overall scoring remains modest at 10 goals and 24 points through 53 games, his versatility and middle-six role offer occasional fantasy streaming appeal, particularly in leagues that reward shorthanded scoring.

Jake Evans recorded a shorthanded assist in Tuesday’s 4-3 victory over San Jose, setting up Joel Armia for the second straight game. With two points in as many outings this month, Evans has already matched his offensive output from January.

Fantasy Impact: Evans has emerged as a shorthanded threat, tying for the league lead with six shorthanded points alongside Sam Reinhart, Anthony Cirelli, and Brandon Hagel. Despite his strong defensive presence, his 11 goals and 16 assists across 53 games limit his fantasy appeal to deeper leagues. However, his ability to rack up shorthanded production makes him a sneaky asset in formats that reward special teams contributions.

Kaiden Guhle found the back of the net on three shots while adding two blocked shots and a hit in the Canadiens' 4-2 loss to the Red Wings on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Guhle's wrist shot from the point marked his fourth goal of the season and snapped an eight-game goal drought. The young defenseman continues to contribute across multiple categories, providing steady peripheral stats alongside occasional offensive production. While his fantasy appeal is limited to deeper leagues, Guhle’s ability to chip in blocks and hits makes him a serviceable depth option on the blue line.

Patrik Laine tallied an assist and fired two shots on goal in the Canadiens' 4-2 loss to the Red Wings on Thursday, marking his fourth consecutive game with a point.

Fantasy Impact: Laine continues to deliver offensively, compiling two goals and four assists over his last four games. Despite being limited to just 20 appearances this season, the dynamic winger has been highly productive, with 12 goals (including nine on the power play) and six assists. When healthy, Laine offers elite scoring potential and remains a must-start in all fantasy formats. Managers should continue to capitalize on his prolific form.

Heineman found the back of the net once, registering five shots during the 4-2 loss to Chicago. He ended the night with a minus-one rating across 11:32 of ice time, including 1:23 on the power play.

Fantasy Impact: Heineman flashed potential by scoring and posting a solid shot total, though his limited ice time caps his immediate fantasy ceiling. He’s worth a speculative look in deeper leagues if he can maintain a scoring touch. Still, be mindful that his role and minutes could fluctuate on a nightly basis.

Arber Xhekaj was able to light the lamp for the Canadiens Friday night, scoring one goal in a 4-3 win over the Red Wings.

Fantasy Impact: Xhekaj has been non-existent in the offensive zone of late, tallying a point for the first time in his last six games (one goal) for the Canadiens. The 23-year-old offers fantasy managers more value in formats accounting for physical play, racking up 31 blocked shots, 76 hits, and 43 penalty minutes to go along with five points (one goal, four assists) in 29 games so far this season.

Jake Allen was strong between the pipes for the Canadiens Saturday night, stopping 42 of 45 shots faced in a 4-3 shootout victory over the Jets.

Fantasy Impact: Allen was up to the task guarding the crease against an aggressive Winnipeg offensive attack Saturday night, carrying a .933 save percentage in picking up the win. The netminder continues to remain a solid No. 1 option in the crease for fantasy managers, posting a .930 save percentage and 2.63 GAA in four starts (3-0-1) in net so far this season.

Sean Monahan was able to find the back of the net for the Canadiens Saturday night, scoring one goal in a 4-3 shootout win over the Jets.

Fantasy Impact: Monahan has caught fire in the offensive zone of late for the Canadiens, tallying points in four of his last five games for the club. The veteran forward is one of many reasons for the surprising start to the season for Montreal, posting seven points (four goals, three assists) in eight games so far this season.