Canadiens prepare for training camp as roster negotiations remain ongoing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Montreal Canadiens players have gathered in Brossard to begin training as the upcoming NHL season approaches. Veterans such as Cole Caufield joined a group of young prospects, including David Reinbacher and Owen Beck, for early workouts at the facility. Off the ice, management faces key roster decisions regarding the composition of the second forward line and the defensive pairing of Noah Dobson and Mike Matheson. Contract extensions for Arber Xhekaj and Zachary Bolduc remain pending, though reports suggest resolutions are expected soon. The team is also evaluating internal options to improve offensive production following a rookie season that saw Ivan Demidov and Oliver Kapanen produce inconsistent underlying statistics. Training camp sessions are set to begin next month as the organization finalizes its roster for the year.
- •Cole Caufield and other veterans returned to Brossard for early practice sessions.
- •Prospects including David Reinbacher and Florian Xhekaj participated in a separate training group.
- •Contract extension talks for Arber Xhekaj and Zachary Bolduc are approaching a resolution.
- •Management is evaluating internal forward options to address second-line performance issues.
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