Montreal Canadiens finalize roster following preseason split with Senators

The Montreal Canadiens have concluded their preseason schedule, splitting a twin-bill against the Ottawa Senators with a 4-2 win at home and a 4-3 loss in Ottawa. Notable performances included Juraj Slafkovsky, who recorded a goal and two assists in the home victory, and veteran newcomer Chris Kreider, who scored his first goal in a Canadiens uniform.

Following the preseason, the Canadiens have finalized much of their roster, assigning ten players to Laval. Among the cuts are defenseman David Reinbacher and goaltender Jacob Fowler. The team is currently working with a 23-player group, though concerns were raised regarding defensive discipline and penalty killing during the final preseason matchups.

Looking ahead to the 2026-27 season, the team aims to build on a successful previous campaign where they reached the Eastern Conference finals. The roster features a core of young talent including Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, and Slafkovsky, supplemented by veteran presence from Kreider.