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Habs Roster Battles: Demidov’s Extension, Center Chaos, and the Defense Logjam | Beatline Canadiens
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The Montreal Canadiens face critical roster battles ahead of the 2026-27 season opener against the Toronto Maple Leafs. With Ivan Demidov signing an eight-year extension, the focus shifts to who wins the center ice competition alongside Nick Suzuki. We analyze the defense corps featuring Noah Dobson and Lane Hutson, and predict which veterans like Alex Belzile might be cut. Brendan Gallagher's trade to Vancouver opens doors for younger players like Owen Beck and Juraj Slafkovsky.
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