As the Montreal Canadiens gear up for the 2025 season, all eyes seem to be fixed on one player whose journey has taken a dramatic turn—Kirby Dach.

From unexpected changes in the lineup to whispers about his off-ice habits, Dach’s name is circulating more than ever at training camp, and the intrigue goes far beyond his role on the ice.

Behind the scenes, a revealing interview and a remarkable display of dedication have left fans and insiders buzzing about what’s really happening with this promising center.

But what exactly has sparked this surge of attention? Rumors swirl about a candid confession that could redefine perceptions of Dach’s commitment, and a powerful gesture in front of teammates that may signal a new chapter in his career.

Is this the moment where Dach finally silences his critics, or is there more to the story than meets the eye? With whispers of personal transformation and hints of a newfound drive, the stage is set for a season full of surprises.

What did Dach reveal about his summer, and how did he prove his determination in Brossard? The answers are as compelling as they are unexpected—and you won’t want to miss the full story.

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Kirby Dach’s name has been drawing a lot of attention since the start of the Montreal Canadiens’ 2025 training camp.

First, Martin St-Louis confirmed that Dach is currently his second-line center, and then today there was a group change involving him. He was now at center between Alex Newhook and Zachary Bolduc.

That said, we also wanted to talk to you about two other things concerning Dach.

First, his interview with Eric Engels (of Sportsnet), in which he outright admitted that he slipped up last summer when it came to taking his rehabilitation process seriously.

Here’s the excerpt that speaks volumes:

“He was much stricter about things like his diet and his sleep, and he spent hours reading instead of partying. – Eric Engels, in his article on Kirby Dach via DLC

As he mentioned in his interview with Sportsnet, Dach really turned things around this summer.

Kirby Dach spent hours reading this summer instead of partying like last year

Wow!

This summer, Kirby Dach learned from his mistakes of the past year, which is obviously a good thing!

Dach has truly changed for the better this year, which is very positive! It’s still disappointing to learn that he slipped up a bit last summer, but what really matters is that he learned from it all.

A significant gesture from Kirby Dach live from Brossard

Finally, the second thing we wanted to mention is a meaningful gesture Dach made today in Brossard, which really shows his growth as a serious and motivated athlete.

After a very tough day yesterday (he pushed himself to the limit and was completely exhausted after the session), Dach was the first player to jump on the ice today!

He was already eager to get going again!

We love to see that!

These are concrete actions that speak much louder than simple words or promises.