Here are the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories and content you may have missed on Thursday.
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Cole Caufield has officially reached the 50-goal mark after scoring early against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night. [Caufield’s 50 Goals By The Numbers]
Now that the word isn’t used much on a daily basis, it seems like the perfect time to describe Montreal’s latest win as ‘epic’. Caufield scored his 50th goal, Juraj Slafkowski made 30 saves, and captain Nick Suzuki assisted in both scoring games, reaching the 70-assist mark in the process. The Habs also responded well to Tampa Bay’s flashy style of play in the physical department. [Canadiens Highlights: Caufield Hits 50 In Violent Playoff Preview]
The Bell Center faithful rewarded Caufield with a classic ovation after he was announced as the game’s first star.
There was a long applause in Montreal when Cole Caufield was announced as the game’s first star! pic.twitter.com/ge40KcasIW
– TSN (@TSN_Sports) 10 April 2026
Suzuki is Montreal’s nominee for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, which is awarded to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice.
Nick Suzuki is the Canadiens’ nominee for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy
News Release ↓ #GoHabsGohttps://t.co/COgbgpQ4sW– X – Canadiens Montreal (@CanadiensMTL) 9 April 2026
It should be noted that Suzuki predicted both of his teammates would reach new career highs in goals on the same night.
Before the Habs game tonight:
TSN reporter: “What’s more likely to happen: 50 to Cole or 30 to Schlaff?”
Nick Suzuki: “Both. Should be good.” pic.twitter.com/ffnyGxhJY0– /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) 10 April 2026
The Habs were given a day off after a thrilling win over the Bolts.
#hubs Coach Martin St. Louis has canceled Friday morning’s practice at Brossard.
– Stu Cowan (@StuCowan1) 10 April 2026
Canadiens prospect Bryce Pickford is one of six finalists for the Four Broncos Memorial Trophy, awarded to the WHL’s Player of the Year. Playing as a defenceman, Pickford scored an impressive 45 goals in 55 regular season games this year.
The Western Hockey League today announced the six finalists for the Four Broncos Memorial Trophy, which is awarded annually to the WHL’s Player of the Year. #WHLAwards
📝 | https://t.co/wRJnaWrRz8 pic.twitter.com/Kuk66FIkus– Western Hockey League (@TheWHL) 9 April 2026
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The New Jersey Devils have announced that defenseman Luke Hughes will be shut down for the remainder of the season so he can undergo the process to begin his offseason rehabilitation early. The 22-year-old blueliner has appeared in 68 games this season, recording six goals and 35 points. [New Jersey Devils]
Make it three wins in a row for the Ottawa Senators. They took advantage of an injury-plagued Florida Panthers team and controlled play for most of the game en route to an impressive 5–1 victory. [Ottawa Senators]
Here’s a look at the latest projected Stanley Cup playoff brackets as of April 8, as well as updated division standings and the wild card race across the NHL. [NHL]
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