Tonight, the energy at the Bell Centre will be unlike any other as the Montreal Canadiens prepare to drop the puck for their highly anticipated first preseason game.

The city has been buzzing with speculation, and fans are counting down the minutes until the action begins. But while excitement builds, the biggest questions remain shrouded in mystery: Who will take the ice, and how will the team’s newest faces perform under the spotlight?

Insiders have already hinted at a couple of major revelations—news that has sent shockwaves through the hockey community and ignited discussions across social media.

Yet, even as rumors swirl and anticipation reaches a fever pitch, many crucial details are still being kept under wraps. The Canadiens’ coaching staff is making strategic moves behind the scenes, and a few unexpected developments have emerged during early morning practices in Brossard.

With the lineup only just revealed and whispers of a game-changing acquisition, tonight’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins promises to deliver drama, surprises, and perhaps a glimpse into the team’s future.

Which players will rise to the occasion? And what secret preparations have been made for this pivotal night? Stay tuned as we uncover all the answers and more.

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There will be hockey tonight at the Bell Centre, as the Montreal Canadiens play their very first preseason game.

Of course, we’re eager to see which players will be in uniform, and we already have two answers.

“Mike Matheson and Noah Dobson will play tonight.”

– Anthony Martineau, TVA Sports

Confirmed: Noah Dobson and Mike Matheson will be in uniform tonight

So we didn’t have to wait long to see the big summer acquisition in action at the Bell Centre.

Here we go!

“Noah Dobson and Mike Matheson on the ice early this morning in Brossard working with Adam Nicholas”

– Stu Cowan

We’re still waiting for full lineup details, but take note that young Ivan Demidov also just hit the ice in Brossard.

In goal, Jacob Fowler and Samuel Montembeault are present.

Martin St-Louis even took a moment for some one-on-one work with defenseman Noah Dobson in preparation for tonight’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Tune in at 7:00 PM for tonight’s much anticipated first preseason game live from the Bell Centre as the Montreal Canadiens face the Pittsburgh Penguins.

The full lineup for the game has now been revealed:

More details to follow.