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 coaching themselves, reaching new stage of maturation
Eric Engels
In a win over the Rangers, the Canadiens showed they have developed the mental alertness to make game-altering adjustments. And it's exactly what Martin St. Louis has been steering this team towards ever since he took over behind the bench.
Canadiens' win over Lightning shows how far they've come this season
Eric Engels
Canadiens turn to Xhekaj as fill-in for 'warrior' defenceman Carrier
Eric Engels
The Canadiens will undoubtedly miss Alex Carrier, out two to four weeks, in several departments. In his absence, Montreal will turn first to Arber Xhekaj, writes Sportsnet's Eric Engels.
Canadiens' Suzuki continues to prove he's among world's most complete players
Eric Engels
No Canadien has come up with bigger plays at either end of the ice this season than their captain. Nick Suzuki was a force again Sunday as Montreal took down the powerful Hurricanes.
Canadiens' depth players gaining confidence for final leg of playoff race
Eric Engels
Canadiens' Bolduc delivers season-best performance in crucial win
Eric Engels
Zachary Bolduc has looked more confident with each passing game, and in Montreal's win on Thursday, it all came together. Eric Engels breaks down the forward's season-best performance and how it led the Canadiens to a crucial victory.
Canadiens' Dobes shines in win over Canes, must continue to fight for starter's role
Eric Engels
Jakub Dobes' latest triumph affirmed his status as the Canadiens' starting goalie — even if no one has actually said that. It's probably best it stays that way. Dobes seems to be at his best when he's fighting for something.
Led by young core, Canadiens' entertainment era is just getting started
Eric Engels
Canadiens' win over Islanders reinforces way to play in race to playoffs
Eric Engels
The Canadiens showed their capabilities on Saturday with a dominant 7-3 win over the Islanders. Eric Engels looks at how this is the way to play if the Habs want to win the race to the playoffs.