Despite everything, fans and Sportsnet have been pleased with the team's offseason. While Sportsnet's Ryan Dixon gave Kent Hughes a B, fans believe Montreal is among the teams that have improved the most. Sportsnet's @Dixononsports graded every Atlantic Division team's offseason, giving the #Habs a B. #habs… pic.twitter.com/B8Seu43rIx — The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro (@thesickpodcasts) August 6, 2026In fact, 3% of fans who responded to The Athletic's poll believe that Montreal was the team that improved the most. 6% of the 19,092 respondents believe Montreal will win the Cup in 2027.