Eric Engels

Canadiens' Evans among veterans stepping up in Suzuki's absence

Eric Engels

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Eric Engels, born and raised in Montreal, is in his 19th season covering the Montreal Canadiens. He has been a multi-platform Canadiens and NHL Insider since he joined Sportsnet in the spring of 2015. In addition to his written work, Engels is featured on Sportsnet radio and contributes regularly to Sportsnet’s regional and national television broadcasts.

Canadiens complete perfect road trip without Suzuki

No Nick Suzuki, no Ivan Demidov, no Mike Matheson, no functional power play, no problem for the Canadiens. Eric Engels breaks down a collective game from Montreal to complete a perfect road trip.

Despite 'prohibitive' price, Larkin trade to Canadiens remains possible

Fowler cementing place as Canadiens starter with another win

After a 46-save shutout against the Blues, goaltender Jacob Fowler is making it impossible for the Canadiens to turn away from him, writes Eric Engels.

Canadiens' Fowler proves big-game reputation in win over Jets in Heritage Classic

Jacob Fowler looked cool and composed, like he always does; like a kid just yucking it up with his buddies on a backyard rink rather than one playing under the nation’s watch. The Canadiens goalie was the best player on the ice in the Heritage Classic.

Canadiens gear up for great outdoors at Heritage Classic: 'Can't wait'

Centres stabilize Canadiens in first game without Suzuki

All four of Montreal's centres played reliable and predictable on Friday, which is exactly what the Canadiens will need to carry them through the adversity they’re facing without Nick Suzuki.

Canadiens facing significant adversity in Suzuki's absence

Nick Suzuki's injury is a jarring reality for the Canadiens, especially because it means his career-long 546-game ironman streak has come to an end. Eric Engels explores what the team must do as they await their captain's return.

Canadiens' Dobes misses chance to right ship with costly penalty

Canadiens notebook: Lefty-righty defence balance boosted by Reinbacher

David Reinbacher has given the Montreal Canadiens the ability to play three lefty-righty defensive pairs. Eric Engels explains how having that consistency on the blue line opens up so much for the Habs.