Price talks life, future away from hockey in Part 1 of sit- ...
Canadiens wins leader says he misses ‘playing the games’
www.nhl.comHere’s the latest I can provide based on ongoing coverage up to 2025–2026.
- Carey Price has not played in an NHL game since the 2021–22 season due to knee issues. Reports through 2024–25 indicated he remained on long-term injured reserve under the Canadiens’ cap framework, with public chatter about possible moves to free cap space, but there has been no indication of a return to active play.[2][4][5]
- In late 2025, reports circulated that Price’s contract (eight-year, $84 million) was traded to the San Jose Sharks as part of salary-cap maneuvering by Montreal, with Price expected to remain on LTIR through the expiry of his contract in 2026; this reflected a status similar to unofficial retirement from active play, rather than a standard on-ice role.[2]
- Ongoing coverage into 2026 treats Price largely as a retired or non-playing figure within NHL discussions, with various outlets noting his contract impact on teams’ cap space rather than imminent on-ice return.[3][2]
If you’d like, I can pull the very latest articles from current outlets and summarize any new developments, or set up a quick alert on Price to track shifts in contract status, team designation, or any potential comeback rumors.