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 GainsWe review off-season opportunities to sign, draft and trade players as recommended by fans of the Montreal Canadiens. Segment 3 | Have Your...

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

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...

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 CanadiensTop prospects have been added to the rosters of the Canadiens and the Laval Rocket...

This Week’s Show: Eight Critical Factors To Track for the Montreal CanadiensSegment 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 WeeksHabs fans should...

This Week’s Show: Caufield and Slafkovsky - Decoding the Science of Their SuccessSegment 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 PerformanceRocket Sports...

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

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...

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

This Week’s Show: Trade Market Ripe for Canadiens MovesSegment 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...

This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens Trade Deadline ScenariosSegment 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...

This Week’s Show - Behind the Blueline: Canadiens Defense and GoaltendersSegment 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 WilliamsRick is joined by our regular Rocket...

This Week’s Show: Rising Star: The Evolution of Juraj SlafkovskySegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Canadiens signed Brandon Gignac to a two year contract. ⦁ Alex Newhook is expected to return to the lineup. ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Rimouski Oceanic goaltender Quentin Miller. ⦁ Quote of the Week from Martin St. Louis. Segment 2 | Has Juraj Slafkovsky Turned the Corner in his Development?Michael and Rick take a deep dive into the breakout performance of Canadiens...

This Week’s Show - Montreal Canadiens: Who's Next On Hughes' Trade List?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Canadiens terminated the contract of defenseman Nicolas Beaudin. ⦁ Sean Monahan was traded to the Winnipeg Jets for a first round pick in 2024 and a conditional third round pick in 2027. ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on ZSC Lions forward Vinzenz Rohrer. ⦁ Quotes of the Week from Kent Hughes and Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff. Segment 2 | Canadiens Catch-Up: Monahan,...

This Week’s Show: A Canadiens Stanley Cup Win Within Five Years: Is It Possible?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Arber Xhekaj was recalled by Canadiens and Justin Barron was sent to Laval. ⦁ Brendan Gallagher was suspended for five games by the Department of Player Safety. ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on HC Ryazan forward Alexander Gordin. ⦁ Quote of the Week from Islanders head coach Patrick Roy. Segment 2 | Key Veterans to Help Secure Canadiens Championship...

This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens Prospects: Past, Present and FutureSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Joshua Roy made his NHL debut against the Edmonton Oilers. ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Yugra Khanty-Mansiysk defenseman Dmitri Kostenko. ⦁ Contributor Patrick Williams of AHL.com and NHL.com joins Rick to discuss the latest news from the Laval Rocket. Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens Prospects: Present, Future and PastPRESENT | This week The Athletic released...

This Week’s Show: Prospect Analyst Evaluates Top Canadiens PicksSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury update: Raphael Harvey-Pinard was activated from injured reserve. Emil Heineman was loaned to Laval. ⦁ Gustave Lindstrom was placed on waivers and claimed by Anaheim. ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on EHC Kloten defenseman David Reinbacher. ⦁ Logan Mailloux has been selected for the AHL All-Star Classic. Segment 2 | Checking in on Top Canadiens Prospects with Draft...

This Week’s Show: Montreal Canadiens: Injuries, Depth and Trade PossibilitiesSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury update: Christian Dvorak had season-ending surgery. Emil Heineman was recalled from Laval. ⦁ Lane Hutson and Jacob Fowler were gold medalists at the 2024 World Junior Championships. ⦁ Quotes of the week from Montreal-born goaltender Devon Levi. ⦁ Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki is going to the NHL All-Star Game. Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens Depth, Injuries,...

This Week’s Show: Fans Demand Changes - Canadiens New Year's ResolutionsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury update: Jordan Harris activated off IR. Emil Heineman returned to Laval. ⦁ Canadiens prospects shine at the 2024 World Junior Championships. ⦁ Quotes of the week from alternate captain Brendan Gallagher. ⦁ Former NHL goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin signed in the KHL. Segment 2 | Habs Fans Send New Year's Resolutions for the Montreal Canadiens Habs fans are growing...

This Week’s Show: Positive Perspectives of Canadiens Prospect PipelineSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury update: Jordan Harris ⦁ Emil Heineman made his NHL debut. ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Canadiens prospect Quentin Miller. ⦁ Canadiens prospects at the 2024 World Junior Championships start play on Boxing Day. ⦁ Quotes of the week from Rocket goaltender Kasimir Kaskisuo. ⦁ The Canadiens rank third in Forbes Most Valuable NHL Teams list for 2023. Segment 2 |...

This Week’s Show: What's Wrong With Cole Caufield?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury updates: David Savard, Jordan Harris, Tanner Pearson ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Canadiens prospects Emmett Croteau and Florian Xhekaj. ⦁ Canadiens prospects at the 2024 World Junior Championships including Jacob Fowler. ⦁ Quotes of the week from Martin St. Louis and Cole Caufield. Segment 2 | Examining the Injury of Alex Newhook and the Performance of Cole CaufieldRick And...

This Week’s Show: Canadiens Top Trade TargetsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury update: Aber Xhekaj, David Savard ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Canadiens prospects Daniil Sobolev and Rhett Pitlick. ⦁ Canadiens prospects at the 2024 World Junior Championships. ⦁ Quote of the week from Josh Anderson. Segment 2 | Which Canadiens players are being targeted for a trade? Rick and Michael discuss who tops the trade bait boards and which players are the most likely...

This Week’s Show: Thrills and Disappointments of the Canadiens First QuarterSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury update: Alex Newhook ⦁ Canadiens recalled forward Mitchell Stephens from the Laval Rocket. ⦁ Canadiens recalled signed goaltender Sam Montembeault to a three-year contract extension. ⦁ This week we shine a spotlight on Canadiens prospect Quentin Miller. ⦁ Recognition for Jacob Fowler, Lane Hutson and Filip Mesar. ⦁ Quotes of the week from Cayden Primeau and...

This Week’s Show: Time to Deal? Habs Fielding Trade CallsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Injury update: Jordan Harris, Rafael Harvey-Pinard, Arber Xhekaj ⦁ Canadiens recalled Jayden Struble, Mattias Norlinder and Joel Armia from the Laval Rocket. ⦁ This week we shine spotlights on Canadiens prospects on Luke Tuch, Filip Mesar, Owen Beck and Jacob Fowler. ⦁ Quote of the week from Jesse Ylonen. ⦁ TSN announced their Top 50 under-24 players. How many Canadiens made the...