Montreal Canadiens Extend Contract With Head Coach Martin St. Louis
The Montreal Canadiens have signed coach Martin St. Louis to a multiyear contract extension.
St. Louis, MO, September 14, 2026 — The Montreal Canadiens announced today that the team has signed head coach Martin St. Louis to a multiyear contract extension. The agreement secures St. Louis’s tenure behind the bench for the foreseeable future as the team continues its rebuilding phase.
Martin St. Louis, a former NHL player and Hockey Hall of Famer, took over as head coach of the Montreal Canadiens on an interim basis in February 2022. He was subsequently named the team’s 33rd head coach in June 2022. Since his appointment, St. Louis has been a central figure in guiding the team’s strategic direction and player development.
The specifics of the contract extension, including its duration and financial terms, were not immediately disclosed by the team. The Montreal Canadiens organization typically does not release detailed information regarding contract negotiations for its coaching staff.
St. Louis’s coaching career began after a distinguished playing career that saw him win two Stanley Cups, two Hart Memorial Trophies as the league’s MVP, and five Art Ross Trophies as the leading scorer. His transition to coaching has been closely watched by the hockey community, with the team often highlighting his engagement with players and his commitment to the club’s vision.
The team’s performance under St. Louis has been part of a broader organizational effort to reshape the roster and establish a competitive identity. Further details regarding the team’s outlook and plans for the upcoming seasons are expected to be shared in subsequent communications from the club’s management.
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