Canadiens expect healthier season for Kaiden Guhle in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle faces a critical season after struggling with injuries in the last two years. Signed to a six-year contract with a $5.55 million cap hit in 2024, Guhle managed only 55 games in the 2024-25 season and 39 in the last season due to various injuries. He needs to find a way to remain healthy to contribute effectively as the team aims for success in the playoffs. Canadiens management is hopeful for a bounce-back performance from Guhle now that he has had time to recover and prepare for the regular season.
- •Guhle played only 94 games over the past two seasons.
- •He is entering the second year of his six-year contract.
- •Injuries have limited his contribution to the team.
- •His health is seen as crucial for the Canadiens' playoff success.
- •Guhle has worked this summer to improve his conditioning.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Expect a Bounce-Back Year From Canadiens’ Guhle
"The Montreal Canadiens need to see the best of Kaiden Guhle regularly.
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