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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.

Shelton rides improved all-around game to NBO title defence

Ben Shelton did it again.

Nakashima halts Jodar's meteoric rise to set up all-American National Bank Open final

'Difficult to accept': Canada's Auger-Aliassime forced out of NBO with injury

There was hope Felix Auger-Aliassime would record his best-ever result at this year's National Bank Open. But instead, his tournament ended before it even had a chance to get started.

Shapovalov's injury troubles continue with frustrating first-round exit from NBO

Denis Shapovalov’s run at the National Bank Open presented by Rogers was cut dramatically short on Tuesday afternoon when he hobbled off centre court. Eric Engels has more on another injury for the Canadian.

Canadiens hiring Lalonde for his experience, notes on Dach, Dobes, Hage

Canadiens win big with Ivan Demidov contract extension

The Canadiens locked up a huge piece of their core with an eight-year Ivan Demidov extension on Wednesday. Eric Engels explains why this could turn out to be a big win for Montreal.

Why Canadiens GM Hughes won't be making waves in free-agency pool

If you’re hoping for a big splash, we regret to inform you Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes won’t be making one in the unrestricted free-agent pool. Eric Engels says there are reasons to pay attention, though.

Canadiens still focused on trade market after using 2026 first-round pick

Canadiens 2026 NHL Draft preview: Hughes, Gorton looking to make a splash

For the first time in a long time, the Montreal Canadiens are headed into the NHL Draft focusing much more on the present than the future.