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 fall short in bid to win for coach St. Louis
Eric Engels
Playing without bench boss Martin St. Louis, the Canadiens didn't achieve the result they hoped for. They were aggressive, sure, but played far too loose to expect to win.
Canadiens continue to see growth from young core in overtime loss to Bruins
Eric Engels
Canadiens' Gallagher inspired by mother's courageous fight against brain cancer
Eric Engels
Nearly 31 months after being diagnosed with brain cancer, Brendan Gallagher's mother, Della, is punching back as hard as she ever has. And through her courageous fight, she's inspiring Brendan in unprecedented ways.
Primeau's shutout 'just the beginning' of larger role with Canadiens
Eric Engels
Cayden Primeau hit the first peak of his NHL career as he authored a 41-save shutout in his first game as official backup for the Canadiens. "He stood on his head tonight."
Canadiens' Primeau primed to assume role he's waited patiently for all season
Eric Engels
Canadiens' Matheson 'best player on the ice' in showdown with star-studded Leafs
Eric Engels
On any given night, Canadiens defenceman Mike Matheson can wear the title of "best player on the ice." On Saturday night at the Bell Centre, in matchup with the Maple Leafs' big guns, his coach believed that title once again belonged to him.  
Canadiens' Hughes makes right calls ahead of deadline, must remain on point
Eric Engels
This game is all about timing, and Kent Hughes played it with the precision of a Swiss watch. That’s why the Canadiens GM gained more than he lost ahead of this year’s trade deadline.
Canadiens cap quiet day with loss to a Carolina team making all kinds of noise
Eric Engels
Canadiens' determination, growth offsetting damage to lottery odds
Eric Engels
The Canadiens just don’t quit. It doesn’t matter where they are in a game, or in the standings, they’ve developed a resiliency that will serve them well no matter how the draft lottery turns out.