Eric Engels

Despite loss, Canadiens gain better blue-line balance in Guhle's return

Eric Engels

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Eric Engels, born and raised in Montreal, is in his 16th season on the Canadiens beat. He’s a multi-platform Canadiens and NHL Insider who joined Sportsnet in the spring of 2015. In addition to his written work, Engels is featured on Sportsnet radio across the country and contributes regularly to Sportsnet’s regional and national television broadcasts.

Canadiens out-muscle Panthers to claim top spot in Atlantic Division

Alexandre Texier stood at his stall wearing a smile from ear-to-ear after posting his first NHL hat trick. But it was something else Texier was wearing on his face that told the story of this night for him and his Montreal Canadiens.

Canadiens showcase new era of talent, depth in decisive win over Flames

Canadiens mid-season report: Good results driven by talent

Despite injuries to key players and mostly subpar goaltending, Eric Engels says it couldn't have gone much better for the Montreal Canadiens through a little more than half a season.

Canadiens end road trip with lineup, game in proper balance

This was a gutsy win, earned on the second half of a back-to-back, against a rested Dallas Stars team, and it showed just how well the pieces have fallen into place for the Montreal Canadiens.

Canadiens shut out by Binnington, but Gallagher-Danault reunion shows promise

Canadiens' depth the difference in wild win over Hurricanes

Guys like Arber Xhekaj, Adam Engstrom and Jayden Struble elevated their games for the Canadiens on Thursday. The depth paid off in a big way.

Suzuki's versatility punches his Olympic ticket while Canadiens teammates wait

Nick Suzuki made it impossible for Team Canada to leave him at home this team. The Canadiens captain has earned the call for the Olympics after missing out on the 4 Nations Face-Off.

Canadiens' Montembeault takes big first step toward progress in win over Panthers

Canadiens' Slafkovsky emerging as a threat that can't be ignored

Despite the loss, Juraj Slafkovsky was the best player on the ice for either team on Sunday night, and the Canadiens have needed every bit of that talent of late. Eric Engels digs into Montreal's undeniable emerging star.