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The Canadiens are a season high 14 games over NHL .500 after a huge comeback in Buffalo.

The Wilde Cards are the trading history of HuGo leading to a shocking reveal on who could be next.

All written for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: The Canadiens take the Sabres with a three goal, third period comeback - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens staged a monster comeback in the third period Saturday to defeat the Buffalo Sabres, 4-2. The Habs are now seventh overall in the NHL.
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February 1, 2026 at 4:06 PM
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It can’t go much better than that. The league’s best gets dominated by the Canadiens who put 7 on the board. The Wilde Cards is my view on the goalie coach being fired.

The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: League-leading Colorado routed 7-3 by invigorated Montreal Canadiens - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
It was a shocking night, as the Colorado Avalanche was getting routed by the youngest team in the National Hockey League. Brian Wilde has more.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:08 AM
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One of the best 5-on-5 performances of the year for the Canadiens as they solve the Wild.

Also in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal the apparent disrespect of Bryce Pickford.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens finally solve Minnesota with last-minute 4-3 win - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Montreal was rested for this matchup against Minnesota, and it showed. Brian Wilde has more on Tuesday night's game.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:30 AM
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The Canadiens were sloppy which had to be addressed in the Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal, but for more cheery feelings the Wilde Cards is an attempt to assess what 2026 may look like on the forward depth chart.

Hint: there’s a lot of NHL players.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens bested by Sabres with 5-3 loss in Buffalo - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Sabres are trying to make the playoffs for the first time since 2011, and are now in a playoff position after shading the Canadiens. Brian Wilde has more.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:22 AM
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Not to worry. There are nights like this, and these are good lessons as explained why in the Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

Also, the magnificent adventures of Bryce Pickford.

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Call of the Wilde: Detroit Red Wings shutout the Montreal Canadiens - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens gave up a 0-4 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, but the shutout had a silver lining: It showed the team the puzzle it must solve to keep winning.
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January 11, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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Back to back magical nights at the Bell Centre in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

Also, the case for Lane Hutson the Olympian.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens drub Panthers 6-2 on another magical night - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Canadiens have beaten the Florida Panthers five times, including a 3-2 win over the Christmas holiday. They continued their dominance on Thursday. Brian Wilde has more.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:06 AM
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The fruit of MSL’s labour starts to be shown as the Canadiens looked connected in their win over the Calgary Flames.

Also, Hughes SOTU mid season address in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens dominate the Calgary Flames - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Right from the drop of the puck on Wednesday, the Canadiens brought enormous energy. Montreal skated to a convincing 4-1 win over the Calgary Flames.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:24 PM
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Another road game. Another Canadiens win.

The Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal focuses on the fortunes of the young talent truly arriving with greatness. Also, a minor goalie issue you might not expect. And Nick’s big moment.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens mount comeback to outscore Carolina Hurricanes - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Just to show that this team is improving and figuring it out, the Canadiens finally won in Carolina on Thursday.
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January 2, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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Will Ferrell is watching the LA Kings game in full referee garb 😂
January 2, 2026 at 1:44 AM
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A powerful comeback for a deserved result for the Canadiens in Florida. Montembeault shines, the line juggling works, and the prospects are still raging.

All in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Huge comeback leads Montreal Canadiens to overtime win in Florida - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Somehow, the Canadiens beat the Stanley Cup champions four straight games last year, and they came through again Tuesday with a 3-2 comeback overtime win.
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December 31, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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One team wanted to win it in the alley; the other wanted to win it on the ice. And without a good goalie early, braun may have won it.

Also, what each player, the coach, the GM wants for Christmas as I have a bit of fun in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens withstand barrage to take 6-2 win Boston - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Canadiens tried to win this one with talent, while the Bruins tried to win it with brawn. Brian Wilde has more on Tuesday night's Montreal-Boston matchup.
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December 24, 2025 at 3:05 AM
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The reason behind why Fowler was perfect. The Evans injury. Why the Danault trade is outstanding.

All in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Jacob Fowler perfect as the Montreal Canadiens shutout the Pittsburgh Penguins - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens have help coming when Philip Danault joins the club in Boston, before that, it's a home and home against the Pittsburgh Penguins writes Brian Wilde.
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December 21, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Great speed by Anderson.
December 21, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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A weird reaction to this trade. Habs are 30th in the NHL in goals allowed per game in a 32 team league.

They just brought in one of the best defensive centres in the league. The top lines have positive metrics and the back lines have horrific metrics.

He’s here for d-zone starts vs best players.
December 20, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Extremely satisfying for the organization to have a 35-15 shot advantage and win with authority.

Also a thought on a seeming depth chart change perhaps in the making.

And how does the World Juniors look for the Canadiens?

All in the COTW for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Canadiens dominate Blackhawks as Montreal bests Chicago 4-1 - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Habs faced Chicago without Connor Bedard in the lineup on Thursday night, and he's likely not going to be back before the start of the new year. Brian Wilde has more.
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December 19, 2025 at 3:02 AM
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Difficulty breaking through a tight Flyers defence the story of this one as the Canadiens fall again at home.

The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal struggles against Philadelphia, Habs dropped by Flyers 4-1 - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens were tight in this one, for the most part, but when they weren't it was painfully obvious. Brian Wilde explains.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:13 AM
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Lessons to learn for a young talented team on how to defend. There are very basic rules they’re not following listed here.

Also a look at how to build the perfect 12 forwards and how close the Canadiens are.

All in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens defend poorly in a loss in New York City - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens lost against the New York Islanders on Saturday 4-5 with the game going into overtime, with J.T. Miller scoring the game-winning goal.
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December 14, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Jacob Fowler shines in his NHL debut at 21. A look at how success already would be such a huge NHL outlier.

Also, keep your eye on the lush green forest in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Jacob Fowler shines in debut as Montreal Canadiens win in Pittsburgh - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens were ready to play their best in front of their new goaltender, Jacob Fowler.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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The goals allowed issue continues as the Canadiens fall hard to the Lightning.

Where’s most of this blame lie and what’s the way out of this?

The Call Of The Wilde is written for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Bad defence, goaltending cost Canadiens with 6-1 loss to Tampa Bay - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Overall, it’s expected that this is a tough stretch for the Montreal Canadiens, but they have a chance to surge in the new year. Brian Wilde explains.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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Usually, I’m quite gentle, but the Canadiens are doing something that winning teams simply do not do. No better example than last night.

Also, big praise for a player levelling up every game, and a prospect on fire.

All in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: A game full of errors as the Montreal Canadiens fall to the St. Louis Blues - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Montreal Canadiens could have reclaimed their season-high win record Saturday against the St. Louis Blues. Instead, they made mistakes and posted a 4-3 loss.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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The Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal looks at the win over the Maple Leafs and a little known prospect doing some big things.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens edge Toronto Maple Leafs in a shootout - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The Toronto Maple Leafs wanted payback Saturday night as they faced off against Montreal. The Canadiens handed them a 2-1 shootout loss instead.
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December 7, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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A crucial win and the best 5-on-5 game of Demidov’s career. Also, top marks for Nick Bobrov so far as Canadiens head scout.

All in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Ivan Demidov on verge of breakout as Habs down Jets - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
Two losses. That's the point at which an NHL team must recover to stop the bleeding. Teams with a lot of three-game losing skids often don't make the playoffs.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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Veleno can't let Cowan have that scoring chance.
November 23, 2025 at 2:28 AM
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Strong recovery to get a point in Columbus by the Canadiens led by a trio change that sparked excellence.

And as usual a plea for patience when the roster isn’t what it could be in this Call Of The Wilde for Global Montreal.

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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens fall in shootout in Columbus - Montreal | Globalnews.ca
The positive in Monday's game was a great comeback by the Montreal Canadiens. The negative was a 4-3 shootout loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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When in Montreal for a game McLean's pub is a must!
November 15, 2025 at 1:29 AM