Canadiens Connection

This Week’s Show | What’s Next for the Canadiens? Interpreting Kent Hughes’ Message

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens second line is driving success and receiving praise.

⦁ Which Canadiens prospect turned heads again with another incredible performance?

⦁ A special honor is announced for a coach in the Canadiens organization.

Segment 2 | Kent Hughes’ Vision for the Canadiens’ Second Half and Beyond

Where are the Montreal Canadiens in their rebuild and where are they going next? We're breaking down the general manager's press conference comments.

This Week’s Show | Halfway There: Evaluating the Montreal Canadiens at Midseason

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Juraj Slafkovsky earns NHL Star of the Week honors.

⦁ Which Canadiens players will play at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games? Who was snubbed?

⦁ Do the Habs have the best prospect at the 2026 World Junior Championship?

Segment 2 | Where the Habs Stand at Midseason — Progress, Problems, Perspective

We’re taking a moment to objectively assess where the Canadiens actually are right now — not where we hoped they’d be in October, and not...

This Week’s Show | Pulse Check: Three Holiday Headlines Hint at Habs Fans Mood

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens rookies solidify the team's goaltending.

⦁ Who is the latest player to be added to the injury list?

⦁ Five prospects represent their countries and the Habs at World Junior Championship.

Segment 2 | Three Holiday Headlines Reveal Mood of Habs Fans

Three very different headlines captured the attention of Habs fans this week and ended up telling us a lot about the mood around this team right now.

This Week’s Show | Habs Defending As a Team: Canadiens Evolving Defensive Identity

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens reacquire defensive forward Phil Danault from the Kings.

⦁ How did goaltender Sam Montembeault look in the AHL with Laval?

⦁ Canadiens place two players on long-term injured reserve. What does it mean?

Segment 2 | Canadiens Turn Attention to Improving Team Defense

How do Phil Danault, Jakub Dobes and Adam Engström help the Montreal Canadiens to improve team defense?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show | Fragile Balance: Fowler and the Habs’ House of Cards

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens recall Fowler, Beck, Engstrom. Was a message sent?

⦁ Laval Rocket involved in a brawl with Maple Leafs affiliate. Who was suspended?

⦁ NHL trade market has been unlocked with a blockbuster move.

Segment 2 | Celebrating Jacob Fowler’s NHL Debut vs. the Risk Behind Montreal’s Goaltending Gamble

Jacob Fowler was sensational in his NHL debut providing a temporary distraction from the Montreal Canadiens' ongoing issues with goaltending, d...

This Week’s Show | Reality Check: Are the Habs Really Who We Think They Are?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens head coach puts the forward lines in a blender. How did they turn out?

⦁ An injured Canadien took to the ice this week. Who was it?

⦁ Will the Montreal Canadiens be participating in an outdoor game in 2026 or not?

Segment 2 | True or False? Debunking the Biggest Talking Points of the Season

We present some of the loudest, most persistent talking points about the Montreal...

This Week’s Show | Inside the Habs Mailbag: Injuries, Trade Targets, Goaltending

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Waiver claims, recalls and NHL debuts.

⦁ New contract extension for Mike Matheson with trade protection.

⦁ Do trade bait boards signal that the window is open?

Segment 2 | Canadiens Mailbag: Injuries, Trade Targets, Goaltending and Matheson

It’s time to dive into the Rocket Sports mailbag and answer questions from you. We invited our listeners to submit questions and you responded. Many of the comments and questions focused on injuries...

This Week’s Show | Habs Free-Fall: Can Marty St. Louis Stop the Slide?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury updates and recalls from Laval; prospect to make NHL debut.

⦁ No goaltending issue in Laval; tandem has been solid.

⦁ Pro scouts spotted at the Bell Centre fuel the rumor mill.

Segment 2 | Structure, Discipline, Identity: What the Canadiens Need from Their Coach

There is enormous pressure on the Canadiens head coach and his staff to fix the numerous issues that have been plaguing the Montreal Canadiens in the m...

This Week’s Show | Adversity Hits Back: Inside the Habs’ Toughest Test Yet

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury update for two key Canadiens players.

⦁ A prospect will make his NHL debut after earning a recall.

⦁ Mixed reviews for the Canadiens new forward lines.

Segment 2 | A Strong Dose of Adversity

The Montreal Canadiens are looking for leadership after facing a double dose of injury news as well as experiencing their first losing streak of the season.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show | What Every Habs Player Is Fighting For (and Against)

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ An overlooked player in Laval may be primed for a recall.

⦁ A Canadiens prospect is lighting up the WHL and he's a defenseman.

⦁ Team Canada unveils their Winter Olympic jerseys to mixed reviews.

Segment 2 | Every Player Has a “Versus” — The Canadiens’ Individual Battles

This week, our big topic discussion is all about the word "versus" - a kind of 'unseen' or 'hidden' opponent facing some of the Canadiens' t...

This Week’s Show | What October Taught Us About the Habs: 10 Key Takeaways

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Ivan Demidov has an immediate impact on the Canadiens power play.

⦁ David Reinbacher makes his season debut.

⦁ Alexander Zharovsky on pace with Ivan Demidov's KHL numbers.

Segment 2 | What We Learned in October: 10 Things We Know About the Habs So Far

Expectations were high coming into the season but it can be safely said that the Canadiens are exceeding those expectations as October came to a close.

Wha...

This Week’s Show | Montreal’s Net Front Battle: Why Dobes Has Earned the Crease

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Kirby Dach returns to the lineup.

⦁ Bad news for the Canadiens offense.

⦁ Canadiens' prospects thriving in the NCAA.

Segment 2 | Montembeault’s Struggles and Dobes’ Surge: What It Means for the Habs’ Net

Goaltender Jakub Dobes' eye-opening start to the season has ramifications for Sam Montembeault and for the Montreal Canadiens' crease going forward.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Habs Core Locked In, What’s Next?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Will the injury bug derail the Canadiens' winning ways?

⦁ Lane Hutson steps in to resolve contract stalemate.

⦁ Canadiens' rebuild architects receive contract extensions.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Blueprint is Taking Shape: Core Players Are Locked In

Canadiens locked up their dynamic young defenseman and extended their management. Can the goal of being a perennial Stanley Cup contender be achieved?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Habs Storylines - From Contract Friction to Playoff Focus

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ What will the Canadiens identity be this season?

⦁ How will the new media deal affect Canadiens fans?

⦁ Have the Lane Hutson contract negotiations taken a concerning turn?

Segment 2 | Canadiens Prospect Pipeline to Play Key Role in Success this Season with Special Guest Patrick Williams

Habs prospects playing for the Laval Rocket this season could have a significant impact on the Montreal Canadiens' success this season. AHL expert P...

This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens Season Preview - 10 Big Predictions

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens opening night roster becoming clearer.

⦁ Potential second line center of the future has a big night.

⦁ Are clues emerging about the contract that Lane Hutson will sign?

Segment 2 | 10 Key Predictions for the 2025-26 Montreal Canadiens

In this segment, we unveil our top-10 predictions for the Montreal Canadiens 2025-26 campaign and offer five more about the upcoming NHL season.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: From Urgency to Uncertainty - Habs’ Dose of Reality

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens young defenseman faces another challenge to his development.

⦁ Dynamic Habs prospect tallies a multi-point game in season debut.

⦁ Rankings are released for the NHL's best goaltending tandems.

Segment 2 | Montreal’s Wake-Up Call: A Dose of Reality Hits Hard

Expectations of the Montreal Canadiens' start to the season have been raised significantly. Preseason performances must match the urgency of Marty St. Louis' message.

Segment 3 | Have Your Sa...

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This Week’s Show: Habs Training Camp Intensity Ramps Up - “It’s Gotta Start Now”

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Standouts from Prospect Showdown gain advantage at Habs camp.

⦁ Hundreds of thousands raised for Montreal Canadiens Children's Foundation.

⦁ Possible trade target in contract stalemate with his NHL organization.

Segment 2 | St. Louis Sets the Tone: ‘It Starts Right Now’

The Montreal Canadiens training camp has opened with a noticeable shift in message, expectations, and intensity ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Rookies Impress, Crosby Rumors Intensify, Training Camp Buzz

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Prospect Showdown is underway at the Bell Centre in Montreal.

⦁ Who is a favorite for the Calder Trophy this season? Top-20 candidates revealed.

⦁ Behind the Scenes at 2025 NHL Draft video released by the Canadiens.

Segment 2 | Prospect Showdown, Training Camp Buzz, and Crosby Speculation

Montreal Canadiens rookie camp players spoke about their offseason training and plans for the upcoming season, and Sidney Crosby to Montreal rumors got a boost fr...

This Week’s Show: Habs Icons in the Crease - Remembering Dryden, Honoring Price

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ David Reinbacher is confident about his knee and preparation for the season.

⦁ Canadiens unveil a new logo. Is it fan-approved?

⦁ Best under-23 NHL players and prospect rankings are revealed.

Segment 2 | Carey Price and Ken Dryden: Defining Generations of Goaltending

Ken Dryden and Carey Price were both giants of their eras in the NHL. The Montreal Canadiens organization feels different with the events of this past week. Duration: 01:24:13

This Week’s Show: Habs Pre-Camp Buzz - Biggest Roster Questions

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ What are the chances that the Habs have representation at the Olympics in February?

⦁ Who is the Canadiens top prospect? Ranking results from scouts.

⦁ Upcoming events schedule for Habs fans.

Segment 2 | Two Weeks to Camp: Canadiens Roster Rumblings

As we approach the Montreal Canadiens' training camp, what are the storylines that Habs fans should be following over the next few weeks?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Habs Making the Case for a Breakout NHL Season

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Which Canadiens were added to Team USA's orientation camp?

⦁ Who won their country's player of the year trophy for the third time?

⦁ How much did Nick Suzuki raise at his annual charity golf event?

Segment 2 | | Momentum is Building: Why the Canadiens Enter the New Season with So Much Hope

Players, hockey analysts and fans of the Montreal Canadiens have very high expectations for the upcoming NHL season...

This Week’s Show: Habs Biggest Storylines - 7 Burning Questions Facing the Canadiens

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Which Canadiens prospects are tallying points in pre-season action?

⦁ Without fanfare, the Montreal Canadiens have hired a new amateur scout.

⦁ Habs alum named an assistant coach in Canadian junior hockey.

Segment 2 | 7 Pressing Questions Facing the 2025-26 Montreal Canadiens

What are seven major issues (and a bonus) that remain unresolved for the Montreal Canadiens as the off-season comes to a close?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Signs, Signals, Roster Shaping - What We’re Learning Before Habs Training Camp

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Will five Canadiens prospects represent their countries at World Junior Hockey Championship?

⦁ Without fanfare, the Montreal Canadiens have hired a new video coach.

⦁ Projecting the league's top-30 players in 2030: why no Canadiens?

Segment 2 | How Montreal’s 2025-26 Roster is Taking Shape

New clues have emerged in the last month about the Canadiens roster construction for 2025-26. How have they affected our projections for opening...

This Week’s Show: Habs Prospect Radar - Meet the Next Wave of Rising Talent

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Habs prospects dazzle at World Junior Summer Showcase.

⦁ Canadiens come to an agreement with last unsigned player heading into next season.

⦁ A trio of Habs heading to Team Canada orientation camp. What about Team USA?

Segment 2 | Getting to Know the New Wave of Habs Prospects

We focus on the next wave of talent on the radar for the Montreal Canadiens, widely-considered a top prospect pipeline...

This Week’s Show: Dach, Hutson, the Power Play - Habs Fans Want Answers

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Full house of Canadiens players at Brossard this week. What's going on?

⦁ Re-drafting the 2022 NHL Draft. Is Juraj Slafkovsky still number one?

⦁ Habs right-shot defenseman delays arrival in Montreal.

Segment 2 | Habs Mailbag: Fans Demand Answers About Canadiens 2025-26 Roster

Habs fans are impatient for answers about this year’s final roster changes, wanting to know about Kirby Dach, Lane Hutson, a second line center, and the Canadi...

This Week’s Show: Habs Plan in Progress - Decoding the Hughes / Gorton Blueprint

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal adds experienced 25-year-old, left-shot center to the roster.

⦁ Canadiens unveiled their 2025-26 regular season schedule. What's missing?

⦁ Habs prospects ranked in the top-3 of each of the drafted skater and goalie lists.

Segment 2 | How to make sense of the unfinished Hughes/Gorton masterpiece.

Making sense of the Montreal Canadiens team building puzzle by weighing the vision of Habs management with their recent actions.

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This Week’s Show: Habs Center of Attention - Who Solves the Canadiens’ 2C Puzzle?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens reward goaltender for outstanding rookie season.

⦁ American Hockey League honors Laval Rocket at annual awards gala.

⦁ New wrinkles for the Rocket 2025-26 AHL schedule.

Segment 2 | Still Searching: Canadiens Hunt for a Second Line Center

For the Montreal Canadiens, there is a strong feeling that they have unfinished business to tackle before training camps open. Who will fill the second line center slot?

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This Week’s Show: Inside Development Camp - A Prospect Analyst's Take on the Habs' 2025 Draft Class

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens retool their roster through free agency and trades including the addition of forward Zack Bolduc.

⦁ An early look at the 2025-26 Montreal Canadiens lineup.

⦁ Canadiens development camp notebook.

Segment 2 | Analyst Chris Peters Evaluates Prospects at Canadiens Development Camp

NHL prospect analyst Chris Peters takes a deep dive into the 2025 Canadiens Draft class with a focus on players who took part at the a...

This Week’s Show: Hughes Swings Big - Dobson, Draft Picks, Future of the Habs

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens add nine new prospects to their talent pool.

⦁ Canadiens announce Prospect Showdown and Pre-season schedule.

⦁ Carey Price deserved better from the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Segment 2 | Breaking Down the Acquisition of Dobson and the Shift Towards Team-building

Adding an elite puck-moving defenseman to their core group is a shift in the Montreal Canadiens rebuild towards team-building.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Habs Draft Countdown - Top Scouts Reveal Picks

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Russ Cohen, American Scout for Elite Prospects, ranks draft options for the Montreal Canadiens.

⦁ Juraj Slafkovsky is named to Team Slovakia for Winter Olympics.

⦁ Prospect Vinzenz Rohrer signs three-year entry contract with Montreal.

Segment 2 | Sportsnet Draft Expert Sam Cosentino Details Options for Habs

Sportsnet's NHL analyst and draft expert provides an insider's view into the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft and what it means for the Montreal...

This Week’s Show: Habs Draft Preview - Who Should the Canadiens Target in the First Round?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Michael Augello provides an insider's view of the NHL Scouting Combine with possible Habs scenarios.

⦁ Lane Hutson is the NHL's Rookie of the Year.

⦁ Logan Mailloux has been named an AHL Top Prospect.

Segment 2 | Scout Evaluates First Round Draft Targets for the Montreal Canadiens

Jerome Berube, Director of Scouting for Hockey Prospect, breaks down the ideal targets for the Montreal Canadiens in the firs...

This Week’s Show: Laval’s Rise and What It Means for the Habs’ Future

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Why was Mike Matheson in Buffalo this week?

⦁ Return to sender? Which KHL team is looking for a loan?

⦁ NHL Mock Drafts offer interesting choices for the Canadiens.

Segment 2 | The Laval Effect: Fueling Montreal’s Next Big Step

Laval Rocket's players and coaches evaluate the season that just ended and next steps to continue to build the Montreal Canadiens future roster designed to be a perennial co...

This Week’s Show: Inside Laval’s Playoff Run - Who’s the Habs’ Most Impressive Prospect?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Ivan Demidov makes himself at home in Montreal.

⦁ NHL Insiders float possible summer acquisitions by the Canadiens.

⦁ Does Carey Price have a place in the Hockey Hall of Fame?

Segment 2 | AHL Insider: Which Habs Prospect Is the One to Watch in Laval This Postseason?

AHL Insider Patrick Williams breaks down the Eastern Conference Final between the Laval Rocket and Charlotte Checkers.

Which Rocket...

This Week’s Show: Habs Mailbag - Grit, Goaltending & Big Offseason Moves

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ IIHF World Hockey Championships wraps up for three Canadiens.

⦁ Canadiens affiliates on the playoff ropes.

⦁ Major shifts in NHL team landscape with firings and hirings.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Mailbag: Dach, Laine, Grit and Goaltending

Opening the Rocket Sports mailbag to answer listener questions on a big summer acquisition as well as Kirby Dach, Patrik Laine, team toughness, and the Canadiens goaltending situation.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Crosby in Montreal? What Makes Sense—and What Doesn’t—for the Habs' Offseason

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Which Canadien is turning heads at the World Hockey Championships?

⦁ One Canadien was named to the NHL's Quarter-Century team. Who is it?

⦁ Prospect update from the AHL and ECHL playoffs.

Segment 2 | Are Canadiens' Roster Fixes Hiding in Plain Sight?

Which Canadiens' prospects in Laval are imminently ready for the NHL? Which ones are longer term projects to help the Habs' roster?

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This Week’s Show: Key Priorities - What the Habs Must Accomplish this Summer

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens are being represented by thee members of the organization at the World Hockey Championships.

⦁ There is more good news about Canadiens goaltending prospects.

⦁ The Canadiens will have two picks in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft. What are the mocks saying?

Segment 2 | Gorton, Discuss Key Priorities for the Summer Ahead and Beyond Hughes

Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes spoke to the media this wee...

This Week’s Show: Pass the Torch - Montreal’s Young Core is Ready to Rise

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens speak positively about their playoff experience and next season.

⦁ Habs post-playoff injury list is lengthy but comes with good news.

⦁ Prospects lead the way as Laval Rocket and Trois-Rivières Lions advance in the playoffs.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Must Move From Placeholders to Playmakers Starting This Summer

Montreal Canadiens enter a crucial period in the rebuild this summer as they should continue to add high-en...

This Week’s Show: Canadiens Display Playoff Grit, Heart, Resilience Against Capitals

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury issues for Patrik Laine, Sam Montembeault and Logan Thompson.

⦁ Canadiens prospect sets VHL playoff record.

⦁ Laval Rocket and Trois-Rivières Lions await next playoff opponent.

Segment 2 | How the Canadiens Are Earning Respect This Playoff Series

Things are not how you might think. Here are the real reasons that the Montreal Canadiens are earning the respect of the Washington Capitals in their first round playoff series.

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This Week’s Show: Habs vs Caps: Is Demidov the X-Factor Montreal Needs?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Nick Suzuki and Josh Anderson named in awards announcements.

⦁ David Savard intends to retire at the end of this NHL season.

⦁ Laval Rocket are champs of the AHL's regular season.

Segment 2 | Can the Tale of the Tape Predict the Outcome of the Canadiens – Capitals Series?

In such an unpredictable campaign for the Montreal Canadiens, can a regular season comparison forecast the outcome of their playoff series with the W...

This Week’s Show: From Demidov to the Playoffs - A Convergence of Good News in Montreal

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Ivan Demidov signs his entry-level contract with the Canadiens.

⦁ Jacob Fowler is poised to make his pro debut.

⦁ David Reinbacher is close to making a return.

Segment 2 | A Confluence of Good News for the Montreal Canadiens

• Ivan Demidov, Lane Hutson and Jacob Fowler will each be impactful players for the Montreal Canadiens and they all made big news this week.

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This Week’s Show: Playoffs in Sight - Habs’ Late-Season Surge

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Jacob Fowler signs his entry-level contract with the Canadiens.

⦁ Prospect Sam Harris will compete for NCAA Frozen Four title.

⦁ Oliver Kapanen rejoins the Canadiens and could make an impact.

Segment 2 | NHL Playoffs are Within Reach for the Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens are in the driver's seat sitting in the second wild card spot with only 7 games remaining on the schedule.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Can the Habs Stage One More Winning Streak to Grab a Playoff Spot?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Kaiden Guhle's return boosts Canadiens' playoff chances.

⦁ Habs prospects still alive in NCAA Frozen Four regionals.

⦁ Quote of the week from Marty St. Louis. 'Let's have fun!'

Segment 2 | Habs Hot Streak Turns Cold at a Crucial Point in the Playoff Race

The Montreal Canadiens will find themselves playing meaningful games in April but are they prepared for the intense pressure of an NHL p...

This Week’s Show: Playoff Fever Hits Montreal - Can the Habs Hold On?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ A generous fan gesture towards Brendan Gallagher.

⦁ More SKA shenanigans for Ivan Demidov.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Kent Hughes. What's the key for this team?

Segment 2 | Playoff Fever Has Hit Montreal

The Montreal Canadiens will be battling over the next 14 games to hold on to the final Wild Card slot in the East. How did the team get there? General manager Kent Hughes offered his ins...

This Week’s Show: Habs Playoff Push - Breaking Down Their Postseason Odds

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ There is good news for Kaiden Guhle this week.

⦁ Michael Hage, Florian Xhekaj and Jacob Fowler make prospect news.

⦁ Quote of the week from Jeff Gorton.

Segment 2 | Evaluating Habs Postseason Probabilities with One Month Left in the Season

What are the Montreal Canadiens chances of making the playoffs? And in or out, have they achieved their primary goal for the 2024-25 season?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say...

Duration: 01:14:02

This Week’s Show: Habs Hold the Line - Did Kent Hughes Make the Right Call?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Jake Evans makes a long-term commitment to the Canadiens.

⦁ What did Montreal's rivals do at the NHL trade deadline?

⦁ Quotes of the week from Kent Hughes, Jake Evans and Nick Suzuki.

Segment 2 | Hughes Presses Pause on Habs Rebuild, Prioritizes Playoff Push

Breaking down the NHL trade deadline for the Montreal Canadiens to determine why Kent Hughes chose to stand pat.

Segment 3 | Have You...

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This Week’s Show: Habs at the NHL Trade Deadline - Who Stays, Who Goes?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Knee injury for Kirby Dach.. again!

⦁ Which Canadiens players are on the trade boards?

⦁ Quote of the week from head coach Marty St. Louis.

Segment 2 | Trade Deadline Week: What Moves Make Sense for the Habs?

Which Montreal Canadiens player is most likely on the move before the NHL trade deadline and does general manager Kent Hughes have a shopping list of his own?

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This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens Reset - Refreshed and Refocused

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ How did David Reinbacher do in his season debut?

⦁ Is Montreal a top hometown pipeline for NHL players?

⦁ Quotes of the week from David Reinbacher and Pascal Vincent.

Segment 2 | 8 Points of Priority in 8 Weeks: What Habs Fans Should Watch for in the Final Stretch of the Canadiens Season

What are the top eight storylines for Habs fans to focus on over the next eight weeks?

Segment 3 | Have You...

Duration: 01:26:02

This Week’s Show: Habs Prospects Fueling

Laval’s AHL Dominance – What It Means for Montreal

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ David Reinbacher close to making season debut.

⦁ Rankings reveal strength of Canadiens prospect pool.

⦁ Intense rivalries at Four Nations Face-Off.

⦁ Quote of the week from Sidney Crosby.

Segment 2 | Habs Prospects Power Rocket to Top of AHL Standings

AHL expert Patrick Williams joins the show to discuss how Canadiens prospects are driving the Rocket to AHL success.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say<...

Duration: 01:42:17

This Week’s Show: Injuries Derailing the Habs? Breaking Down the Impact of Guhle, Heineman’s Absences

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Owen Beck and Logan Mailloux take advantage of opportunities.

⦁ More honors for Ivan Demidov.

⦁ Ranking the Habs top prospects.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Owen Beck and Cole Caufield.

Segment 2 | Are Injuries Derailing the Habs? Analyzing the Impact with Dr. Stephen Morris

Rocket Sports medical consultant Dr. Stephen Morris analyzes the complexity of the injuries to Habs players, and in some cases t...

This Week’s Show: Waiting for a Lifeline - Will the Four Nations Break Save the Habs?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens lose their most important defenseman. How long?

⦁ When will Ivan Demidov break a KHL record?

⦁ Will the salary cap be friendly to the Canadiens over the next three seasons?

⦁ Quotes of the week from Carey Price.

Segment 2 | Habs Cling to Life Raft Waiting for a Four Nations Rescue

The Canadiens are in the midst of a four-game losing streak. Will the F...

This Week’s Show: Habs’ Road Ahead - Can They Push Through the Mid-Season Grind?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Marty St. Louis looks for a fourth line spark to replace Emil Heineman.

⦁ Which Habs prospects are on the Hobey Baker ballot?

⦁ How can Jake Allen 'help' the Canadiens?

⦁ Quotes of the week from Jakub Dobes.

Segment 2 | Mid-Season Fatigue: Are the Canadiens Running Out of Gas?

How can the fatigue factor be managed by the Montreal Canadiens leading into the February break and prior to...

This Week’s Show: Hottest in NHL - Are the Habs for Real?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Emil Heineman involved in traffic accident. Patrik Laine awarded Molson Cup.

⦁ Goaltender Jacob Fowler continues his phenomenal season.

⦁ Prospect rankings leave Habs fans fuming.

⦁ Quote of the week from Michael Pezzetta.

Segment 2 | What Has Led to the Canadiens Turnaround? Is It Sustainable?

The Montreal Canadiens are the hottest team in the NHL over the past month. What has led to the Habs hot streak and is it...

This Week’s Show: Second-Half Surge - Can the Canadiens Make a Playoff Push?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ When will Patrik Laine and David Savard play next?

⦁ Goaltender Quentin Miller has a new team, Ivan Demidov is getting lots of ice time.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Jakub Dobes

Segment 2 | Kent Hughes Speaks: Midseason Insights and Trade Deadline Plans

GM Kent Hughes met with the media to offer his midseason review at the halfway mark of the 2024-25 season. Hughes spoke about the Canadien...

This Week’s Show: Ten Reasons for Canadiens Fans to Get Excited in 2025

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Cayden Primeau cleared waivers, Jakub Dobes made his NHL debut.

⦁ Demidov is the KHL Rookie of the Month, Hutson is the NHL Rookie of the Month.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Michael Pezzetta

Segment 2 | Crystal Ball: What's on the Horizon for the Canadiens in 2025?

What can Habs fans expect to see from the organization in the calendar year 2025?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Habs Goaltending Shake-Up - Evaluating Dobes, Primeau, Montembeault

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens recalled goaltender Jakub Dobes and placed Cayden Primeau on waivers.

⦁ Prospect defenseman Rasmus Bergqvist with a great start at the WJC.

⦁ Ivan Demidov is the KHL Rookie of the Week, again!

Segment 2 | Primeau on Waivers: What is the Canadiens’ Plan for the Crease?

Can Jakub Dobes fill the role as the Canadiens backup for the rest of the season or will Kent Hughes shop for an experience...

This Week’s Show: Trade Grades - Assessing the Best and Worst Moves of the Hughes-Gorton Era

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens welcome defenseman Alexandre Carrier while shipping Justin Barron to the Nashville Predators.

⦁ Patrik Laine continues to light the lamp on the power play.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson.

⦁ Canadiens brass paid a visit to prospect Ivan Demidov.

Segment 2 | Carrier Comes to Montreal: Does this Move Signal A Change from Hughes - Gorton?

Is Alexandre Carrier a...

This Week’s Show: From Goals to Goaltending - What’s on the Habs’ Christmas List?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens players thrill fans at three Montreal-area children’s hospitals.

⦁ Prospect report on Oliver Kapanen and Tyler Thorpe.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Montreal Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher.

⦁ Father of new Habs addition created shrine to his favorite team.

Segment 2 | Unwrapping the Habs’ Holiday Wish List: What Do They Need Most?

It's been a season of thrilling individual moments combined with a team that isn't...

This Week’s Show: Power Play Potential - Is This the Habs' Best PP in Years?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Patrik Laine makes an immediate impact in his Canadiens debut.

⦁ Prospect report on Owen Protz, Michael Hage and Jacob Fowler.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine.

⦁ Sam Montembeault, Joel Armia and Patrick Laine are going to the Four Nations Faceoff.

Segment 2 | Habs Special Teams: Are the Canadiens Finally Getting It Right?

Patrik Laine made an immediate impact to the pow...

This Week’s Show: Leading the Charge - Quiet Success Stories Powering the Canadiens' Rebuild

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news on Patrik Laine.

⦁ Prospect report on Michael Hage.

⦁ Quotes of the week from TSN hockey analyst Marty Biron.

Segment 2 | Habs Prospects 'Driving the Bus' in Laval

AHL expert Patrick Williams joins the show to highlight Montreal Canadiens prospects who are thriving this season and propelling the Laval Rocket's success.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Quarter-Season Check-In: What’s Working for the Habs and What’s Not?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news on Rafael Harvey-Pinard and Patrik Laine.

⦁ Prospect report on Jacob Fowler and Michael Hage.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Laval Rocket goaltender Jakub Dobes

Segment 2 | 20 Games In: Taking Stock of the 2024-25 Montreal Canadiens

Who are the 2024-25 Montreal Canadiens? What have they done right? What are they doing wrong? And where are they headed this season? Which players have been pleasant sur...

This Week’s Show: Habs Mailbag - Should Kent Hughes Dive Into the Trade Market?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news on Rafael Harvey-Pinard.

⦁ Prospect report on Sam Harris and Jacob Fowler

⦁ Quotes of the week from Canadiens GM Kent Hughes

Segment 2 | Rocket Sports Mailbag: Are Early Season Trades the Answer for the Montreal Canadiens?

This time the Rocket Sports mailbag was jammed with questions from our listeners about Marty St. Louis, Kent Hughes, Habs goaltending and potential trades to help the Montreal Canadien...

This Week’s Show: Help Wanted - Habs Confess 'Mood is Heavy'

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news on Patrik Laine and Rafael Harvey-Pinard.

⦁ Prospect report on Ivan Demidov and the Laval Rocket.

⦁ Quotes of the week from former Canadiens captain Shea Weber.

Segment 2 | Prognosis Negative

The Montreal Canadiens are in the midst of a lengthy losing streak finding themselves at the bottom of the standings just one month into the NHL schedule.

Has there been regression in the rebuild of the Mont...

This Week’s Show: Recalibrating Expectations: Habs "in the Danger Zone"

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news on Kaiden Guhle, Juraj Slafkovsky, Justin Barron.

⦁ Prospect report on Michael Hage, Ivan Demidov and the Laval Rocket.

⦁ Quote of the week from Elliotte Friedman, 32 Thoughts podcast.

Segment 2 | Great Expectations: Is More Patience Required?

The Habs are off to a disappointing start which has prompted the head coach to describe his team as "fragile", "immature" and "nauseating."

Should expectations be adjusted?

Segment 3 | Have You...

Duration: 01:51:03

This Week’s Show: "It Fuels Me" - Habs Coach Sounds Off On Critics

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news on Kaiden Guhle, Juraj Slafkovsky, Justin Barron.

⦁ Quotes of the week from legendary Canadiens goaltender Ken Dryden.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Coach, Under Pressure, Reacts to Criticism

With raised expectations for the Montreal Canadiens' season, how is coach Marty St. Louis reacting to his first taste of pressure in Montreal?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: 5 Up, 5 Down - Which Habs Are Thriving and Who’s Struggling?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news on Kaiden Guhle, Mike Matheson, Juraj Slafkovsky, Jayden Struble and Rafael Harvey-Pinard.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Canadiens Executive VP, Hockey Operations Jeff Gorton.

Segment 2 | Five Games In: Five Up, Five Down

The Montreal Canadiens have a home-friendly schedule to start the season. The schedule should have allowed them to bank points early in the season. It hasn't worked out that way, so far.

We...

This Week’s Show: Early Reactions - Is It Too Soon for the Canadiens to Shake Things Up?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens and Laval Rocket open the regular season.

⦁ Quote of the week from Patrik Laine.

Segment 2 | Six Questions: Pressing Issues Early in the Canadiens Season

After playing just six periods of the 2024-25 regular season, it's far too early to draw any conclusions about the outlook for the Montreal Canadiens. But's let's try to find some solutions anyway!

Segment 3 | Have Your S...

Duration: 01:34:40

This Week’s Show: Season Forecast - 10 Key Predictions for the 2024-25 Montreal Canadiens

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury news about Patrik Laine, David Reinbacher and Kaiden Guhle.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Marty St. Louis, Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes.

Segment 2 | Predictions for the 2024-25 Montreal Canadiens season

It's the perfect time to make our prognostications for the new campaign. In this segment, we unveil our top-10 predictions for the 2024-25 NHL season.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Critical Questions - What Will Make or Break the Montreal Canadiens This Season?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ While recovering from surgery, Kaiden Guhle has resumed skating.

⦁ Quote of the week from Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes.

Segment 2 | Ten Burning Questions That Could Define the Canadiens' 2024-25 Campaign

With training camp in full swing, some off-season questions have been answered but there are a number of key issues that remain unanswered. In this segment, we present our first look at the 10 burning questions about...

This Week’s Show: Canadiens Playoff Ambitions - Can Dach, Laine, and Hutson Fuel the Fire?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The Canadiens opened their training camp with 59 players as they prepare4 for pre-season action.

⦁ Canadiens announced that Kaiden Guhle had surgery on Wednesday.

Segment 2 | Dach, Laine, Hutson: Why Optimism Surrounds the Habs Heading Into Pre-season

The buzz phrase for the Montreal Canadiens this season is "in the mix." If they want to be playing meaningful games in April, Kirby Dach, Patrik Laine and Lane Hutson will b...

This Week’s Show: Breakout Potential - Which Rookie Canadiens Could Surprise at Training Camp?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The Canadiens opened their rookie camp in preparation for the Prospect Showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

⦁ Canadiens announced several additions and promotions to their hockey operations department.

⦁ Quote of the week from Laval Rocket head coach Pascal Vincent.

Segment 2 | These Prospects Could Make Waves at Canadiens Training Camp

The Montreal Canadiens rookie camp took place this week with the main training camp set to open...

This Week’s Show: Habs Defense - Which Budding Star Forces Their Way Onto the Canadiens' Roster?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Cole Caufield announced that he will be changing his jersey number.

⦁ The Canadiens announced the 2024 Rookie Camp roster.

⦁ Quote of the week from Canadiens prospect Tyler Thorpe.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Intense Competition on Defense

We discuss the heated competition for two roster spots between Lane Hutson, Logan Mailloux, Jayden Struble, David Reinbacher and Adam Engstrom in training camp and throughout the upcoming season.

Se...

Duration: 01:15:16

This Week’s Show: Past and Present - Who Are the Habs' Fiercest Rivals?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Kent Hughes spoke about the Canadiens rebuild and usage of Lane Hutson.

⦁ David Reinbacher, Vincenz Rohrer and Oliver Kapanen were in the prospect spotlight.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Juraj Slafkovsky.

Segment 2 | Which Canadiens Rivalry is About to Erupt Again?

Montreal Canadiens rivalries have developed over the life of the franchise that are not only intense in the world of hockey, but legendary in sports. Some riv...

This Week’s Show: Habs on the Rise: Are the Canadiens Ready to Win Again?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens acquired forward Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

⦁ David Reinbacher was making news in the prospect spotlight.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Kent Hughes.

Segment 2 | Are the Canadiens Ready to Win Again?

Canadiens GM Kent has made trades to accelerate the rebuild in the past and has acquired players to flip but he has not made a trade quite like the one he d...

This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens - Celebrating 20 Years of Habs Heroes

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ A Montreal Canadiens pro scout has left the organization.

⦁ Serge Savard brings together 14 players from Canadiens' Cup wins.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Cutter Gauthier about Cole Caufield.

Segment 2 | Drafting a Team of Montreal Canadiens Heroes

A few episodes ago, Nathan and Michael put together a list of the Top-5 villains to the Montreal Canadiens of the past 20 years. This week the pair are back to highlight the top...

This Week’s Show: Canadiens Roster Stability - Nick Suzuki’s Formula for Habs’ Success

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The Montreal Canadiens will relinquish the rights to prospect Rhett Pitlick.

⦁ Ivan Demidov takes to the ice for SKA.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Kent Hughes.

Segment 2 | Nick Suzuki Preaches the Value of Roster Continuity

Is it too early to predict an opening night roster for the Montreal Canadiens for the 2024-25 season? We don't think so!

Our projected lineups follow the philosophy o...

This Week’s Show: Building for the Future - Canadiens' Core Players Signed Through 2030

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The Montreal Canadiens signed defensemen Arber Xhekaj and Justin Barron each to two-year contract extensions.

⦁ The Canadiens also signed defenseman Kaiden Guhle to a six-year contract extension.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Arber Xhekaj, Justin Barron and Kaiden Guhle.

Segment 2 | Villains of the Montreal Canadiens

In Montreal Canadiens fandom, who are the players that fans love to hate. And the events that stick in the memories...

This Week’s Show: Next-Gen Habs - Ranking the Best Montreal Canadiens Prospects

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Raphael Harvey-Pinard underwent successful surgery.

⦁ News on a development plan for Ivan Demidov.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Habs forward Michael Pezzetta.

Segment 2 | Ranking the Best Montreal Canadiens Prospects

Building a talented prospect pipeline is one of the key aspects of the Montreal Canadiens rebuild. As we discussed last week, developing that prospect pool will be driven in large part by Laval Rocket head coach Pascal Vincent...

This Week’s Show: Powering Up - How the Montreal Canadiens Are Bolstering Player Development

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Is Vincent Lecavalier about to assume a new role with the Canadiens?

⦁ Updates on Ivan Demidov and Michael Hage.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Laval Rocket head coach Pascal Vincent.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Are Boosting Their Hockey Development with Special Guest Patrick Williams

Patrick Williams, a feature writer for NHL.com and AHL.com, joins the podcast to discuss a major hiring for the Laval Rocket.<...

This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens Prospects - Eat, Sleep, Train, Repeat

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Trade rumblings continue to include Montreal.

⦁ First look at Canadiens opening night forward lines and defense pairings.

⦁ Quote of the week from Laval Rocket forward Jakov Novak.

Segment 2 | Eat, Sleep, Train, Repeat with Rocket Sports Medical Consultant Dr. Stephen Morris

Dr. Stephen Morris joins the show to talk about off-season training for prospects of the Montreal Canadiens that may include specific techniques for increasing speed, strength and fitness...

This Week’s Show: NHL Prospect Analyst Breaks Down Montreal Canadiens' Newest Talent

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens signed forward Juraj Slafkovsky to an eight-year contract.

⦁ Canadiens fans get their first chance to see new prospects at development camp.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Juraj Slafkovsky and Kent Hughes.

Segment 2 | NHL Prospect Analyst Breaks Down Montreal Canadiens 2024 Draft Class

This week, we transition to prospect coverage providing you with analysis of prospects in the Montreal Canadiens pipeline. We're pleased to be joined by NHL Draf...

This Week’s Show: Securing Firepower - Montreal's Draft Masterstroke with Key Picks

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens begin the draft by swapping first round picks with the Kings.

⦁ Montreal dazzles fans with a successful 2024 NHL Draft. Scouting reports of all ten Canadiens selections.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Ivan Demidov, Michael Hage and Kent Hughes.

Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens 2024 Draft: First Round Flourish

Montreal Canadiens management make the most of their first round selections by grabbing their two top targets: Ivan Demidov and Michael...

This Week’s Show: Who Will the Habs Pick? Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino Reveals First-Round Draft Predictions

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ JF Houle left the Laval Rocket for a coaching position in the NCAA.

⦁ Canadiens released their 2024-25 preseason schedule.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Cayden Lindstrom.

Segment 2 | Mocking the Canadiens Picks: Sportsnet's Draft Analyst Sam Cosentino

Sportsnet's Draft Analyst Sam Cosentino joins Amy and Rick to discuss his Mock Draft 1.0 and reveal who he believes the Canadiens are likely to select in the first ro...

This Week’s Show:

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens signed forward Oliver Kapanen to a three-year, entry-level contract.

⦁ Two Canadiens appear on Daily Faceoff's Trade Target board.

⦁ Quote of the week from Corey Pronman on Cayden Lindstrom. Response by Dr. Stephen Morris, Rocket Sports medical consultant.

Segment 2 | Inside the Combine: Unraveling the Probable Draft Scenarios for the Montreal Canadiens

Michael Augello, a Buffalo-based reporter for The Hockey News, provides an insider's view of the NHL Scouting Combine and discusses possible scenarios for the Canadien...

This Week’s Show: Draft and Trade: Canadiens' Dual Approach to Accelerating Their Rebuild

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens signed goaltender Connor Hughes to a one-year, two-way contract.

⦁ Laval Rocket signed forward Israel Mianscum to a two-year AHL contract.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Cayden Lindstrom and Zayne Parekh.

Segment 2 | Trade Plan on Draft Day: 10 Players the Canadiens Could Target

From our Canadiens Connection listeners (and hosts), we present 10 players who may be in the sights of Habs management.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say...

Duration: 01:50:21

This Week’s Show: Top Picks: Scouting Director Identifies Key Draft Targets for the Montreal Canadiens

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens signed forward Jared Davidson to a two-year, entry-level contract.

⦁ ⦁ Laval Rocket signed JF Houle to three-year contract extension.

⦁ Quotes of the week regarding speculation about Martin Necas in Montreal.

Segment 2 | Director of Scouting Names Three Targets that Should be in the Montreal Canadiens Draft Sights

Jerome Berube is the Director of Scouting for Hockey Prospect. Jerome joins Amy and Rick to discuss the upcomi...

This Week’s Show: Canadiens Players Making Strides in the Off-Season

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Mike Matheson and his wife welcomed a new baby girl.

⦁ Slot of the Canadiens second, first-round pick has been determined.

⦁ Montreal risks losing host status for 2025 Four Nations Tournament.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Players Making Strides in the Off-Season

Chris G, Senior Writer for Rocket Sports, joins Rick to discuss the impact of five members of the Montreal Canadiens who participated in the IIHF World Championship.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say...

Duration: 01:28:06

This Week’s Show: Elite Prospects Scout Ranks Montreal Canadiens' Draft Options

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Carey Price to receive an honorary degree from the University of Northern British Columbia.

⦁ Columbus Blue Jackets have been denied permission to talk to Jeff Gorton.

⦁ Quote of the week from Cole Caufield.

Segment 2 | Elite Prospects Scout Ranks Canadiens' Draft Options

Russ Cohen, American scout for Elite Prospects, joined Amy and Rick to discuss the Canadiens best options with the fifth overall pick in June's NHL draft. Cohen al...

This Week’s Show: Jeff Mailloux Discusses His Son's Record-Breaking Season and Logan's Goals for Habs Training Camp

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens have five players participating in the 2024 IIHF World Championship.

⦁ Oliver Kapanen signed a two-year contract with Timra IK.

⦁ Quote of the week from Kent Hughes after the NHL Draft Lottery.

Segment 2 | Raising a Star: Jeff Mailloux Reflects on Logan's Record-Breaking Rookie Season

Proud father, Jeff Mailloux, joined to show to share his insights on Logan's hockey milestones and his aspirations about an...

This Week’s Show:

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Hockey Canada announced that Kaiden Guhle will be on the Team Canada roster.

⦁ Canadiens signed Adam Engstrom to a three-year entry-level contract.

⦁ Quote of the week from Jared Bednar on Artturi Lehkonen.

Segment 2 | Summer Plan: Threading the Needle for Short-Term AND Long-Term Gains

We review off-season opportunities to sign, draft and trade players as recommended by fans of the Montreal Canadiens.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

This Week’s Show: Hits and Misses - Evaluating Our NHL Season Forecasts for the Montreal Canadiens

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens will be assessed a penalty against next season's salary cap.

⦁ Cole Caufield is one of the first 15 players added to the Team USA roster.

⦁ This week we update you on Owen Beck, Adam Engstrom and Vincenz Rohrer.

⦁ The Athletic released its rankings of first overall picks for the past 10 years.

Segment 2 | Auditing our Bold Predictions for the 2023-24 Canadiens Season

How did...

This Week’s Show: Are Playoffs On the Table for the Montreal Canadiens Next Season?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Lane Hutson and Logan Mailloux made their NHL debuts.

⦁ The Canadiens signed Luke Tuch to a two-year entry-level contract.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Kitchener Rangers forward Filip Mesar.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Nick Suzuki, Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes.

Segment 2 | Evaluating the 2023-24 Season: Making Strides Towards the Canadiens' Rebuild

It's our year end evaluation of the team, management...

This Week’s Show:

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Arber Xhekaj had season ending shoulder surgery this week.

⦁ The Canadiens signed Florian Xhekaj and Lane Hutson each to three-year entry-level contracts.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Boston College goaltender Jacob Fowler.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Nick Suzuki.

Segment 2 | Welcoming the Next Wave of Talent to the Montreal Canadiens

Top prospects have been added to the rosters of the Canadiens and the Laval Rocket as their seasons ended with their amateur cl...

This Week’s Show: Eight Critical Factors To Track for the Montreal Canadiens

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Kaiden Guhle and Arber Xhekaj are day to day with upper body injuries.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on KalPa forward Oliver Kapanen.

⦁ Deacon Sports and Entertainment has reached an agreement in principle to sell the Trois-Rivières Lions.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Kaiden Guhle.

Segment 2 | Eight Key Things to Watch Over the Next Eight Weeks

Habs fans should know that there are eight i...

This Week’s Show: Caufield and Slafkovsky - Decoding the Science of Their Success

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Trevor Letowski earned his first win as an NHL head coach. Martin St. Louis returned to the team.

⦁ Kaiden Guhle has been suspended for one game.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Kitchener Rangers forward Filip Mesar.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Juraj Slafkovsky.

Segment 2 | Impact of Off-Season Training and Injury Recovery on Performance

Rocket Sports medical consultant, Dr. Stephen Morris joined the show t...

This Week’s Show: Habs Mailbag - Questions About Reinbacher, Caufield, Xhekaj, Matheson

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Martin St. Louis left the team to attend to family matters; Trevor Letowski takes over as interim head coach.

⦁ Canadiens loaned David Reinbacher to the Laval Rocket. Reinbacher made his AHL debut.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on KalPa (Liiga) forward Oliver Kapanen.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Trevor Letowski and Juraj Slafkovsky.

Segment 2 | Rocket Sports Spring Mailbag

The mailbag was jammed with questions...

This Week’s Show: Habs Forecast - Can Hughes Mold a Playoff Caliber Roster for 2024-25?

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Colin White returned to the lineup against the Bruins.

⦁ Canadiens acquired forward Arnaud Durandeau from the New Jersey Devils.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Mamonty Yugry goaltender Yevgeni Volokhin.

⦁ Patrick Williams joins us to discuss Laval Rocket's push for the playoffs, and the addition of David Reinbacher.

Segment 2 | A Way-Too-Early Look at the Habs Opening Night Roster for 2024-25

The Canadi...

This Week’s Show: Grade the GM! Kent Hughes at the Helm for His Third NHL Trade Deadline

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Colin White is day-to-day with an upper body injury.

⦁ Canadiens acquired Jacob Perreault from the Anaheim Ducks.

⦁ Canadiens traded goaltender Jake Allen to the New Jersey Devils.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Saginaw Spirit forward Owen Beck.

Segment 2 | Grade the GM! Has Kent Hughes Advanced the Rebuild Enough?

We evaluate Kent Hughes on the moves he made and the on...

This Week’s Show: Trade Market Ripe for Canadiens Moves

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Rafael Harvey-Pinard is practicing and should return to the lineup soon.

⦁ Nick Suzuki was named Molson Cup winner for the month of February.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Brantford Bulldogs forward Florian Xhekaj.

⦁ Quote of the Week from Montreal head coach Martin St. Louis.

Segment 2 | Kent Hughes' Trade Card

Kent Hughes has a handful of players who could be in demand in the days leading to March 8...

This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens Trade Deadline Scenarios

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens claimed forward Colin White from the Pittsburgh Penguins. They placed Brandon Gignac on waivers and sent him to Laval.

⦁ Jayden Struble was injured in Thursday night's game.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Kitchener Rangers forward Filip Mesar.

⦁ Quote of the Week from Kirby Dach.

Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens Trade Deadline Scenarios

Who is likely to be moved by Kent Hughes by March 8th? Jake Allen, David Savard and...

This Week’s Show - Behind the Blueline: Canadiens Defense and Goaltenders

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Rafael Harvey-Pinard will be out 4 to 6 weeks with a lower body injury.

⦁ Jordan Harris is day-to-day with an upper body injury.

⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Rogle defenseman Adam Engstrom.

⦁ Quote of the Week from Kent Hughes.

Segment 2 | Habs Defense and Goaltending Prospects in Laval with AHL expert Patrick Williams

Rick is joined by our regular Rocket Sports contributor, Patrick Williams, to examine Montreal C...