The Canadiens’ fanbase is buzzing right now. The team is in the middle of a fiercely competitive playoff race, and their young stars are putting up massive numbers. Here are the key storylines surrounding the team and their upcoming schedule for the week of March 22-29, 2026.
Cole Caufield’s Chase for 50 Goals
The biggest story right now is Cole Caufield. Coming off an electric Saturday night hat trick in a 7-3 blowout win over the New York Islanders, Caufield is sitting at 43 goals for the season.
The dominant narrative this week will be whether he can hit the elusive 50-goal mark for the first time in his career.
A Sizzling Atlantic Division Playoff Race
The Canadiens (38-21-10) currently have 86 points. They are in a dead heat in the Atlantic Division, tied in points with the Boston Bruins. Every single game this week has massive postseason implications as they try to hold onto their spot.
Nick Suzuki’s Historic Consistency
Captain Nick Suzuki has officially hit the 80-point mark for the second consecutive year. He is the first Canadien to record back-to-back 80-point seasons since Vincent Damphousse did it in the 1990s.
Juraj Slafkovsky’s Hot Streak
Juraj Slafkovsky is making headlines of his own, having recently hit the 25-goal milestone while riding a six-game point streak. He has become a vital piece of Montreal’s dynamic top six.
Canadiens Upcoming Schedule
The upcoming week is a major test for Montreal. They will wrap up a homestand against two very different opponents before heading out for a grueling back-to-back road trip. Facing the formidable Carolina Hurricanes twice in five days will be the true barometer of their playoff readiness.
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time (EDT) |
| Tuesday, March 24 | Carolina Hurricanes | Bell Centre (Home) | 7:00 PM |
| Thursday, March 26 | Columbus Blue Jackets | Bell Centre (Home) | 7:00 PM |
| Saturday, March 28 | Nashville Predators | Bridgestone Arena (Away) | 7:00 PM |
| Sunday, March 29 | Carolina Hurricanes | Lenovo Center (Away) | 5:00 PM |
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