Habs Advance to the NHL Playoffs | Canadiens Connection ep 96

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 96 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Pittsburgh Penguins, Qualifying Series, Playoffs, Carey Price, Shea Weber

Shea Weber, Carey Price (Photo by Andre Ringuette/Freestyle Photo/Getty Images)

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA | MONTREAL, QC. — Welcome to the Canadiens Connection via Rocket Sports Radio. This engaging podcast featured on All Habs Hockey Magazine connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Joe Whalen (@JoeWhalen19) and Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with contributions from Chris G. This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight. Canadiens Connection is just that – a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.

This Week’s Show: Game action!

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

Following the Canadiens 3-1 series win over the Penguins, the guys review two of the biggest questions that were posed in last week’s episode. Can Carey Price steal the series? Who will be the difference maker for the Canadiens?
They said what? Quotes from players and coaches including Carey Price, Shea Weber, and Sidney Crosby on the series.
Impact of the Coronavirus. The guys share their thoughts on the other qualifying series and round robin, the NHL’s effort to localize the arenas, and the upcoming draft lottery.

Segment 2: Reviewing Pens / Habs series

Chris and Rick review the Habs qualification round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins and look at the big questions that faced the Canadiens . Can the Canadiens defend two elite centres? Will the Canadiens’ special teams be a difference in the series? The guys also tackle new questions coming out of the series.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Social media reactions to the Canadiens win.
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, August 8th starting at 2:30 pm. ET or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, August 15th at 2:30 pm. ET. (4:00 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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Habs, Flyers Update, Dan Robertson, CHL | Press Zone ep. 134

By Rocket — 5 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 134 | Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, Dan Robertson, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Otto Leskinen (L) Photo by Laval Rocket / Philippe Myers (R) Photo by Lehigh Valley Phantoms

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast featured on The AHL Report provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms and teams all around the AHL.

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Hosts Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) and Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) will provide information on the American Hockey League, as well as the ECHL, junior hockey leagues, international hockey, prospects, and potential NHL draftees. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

Flyers recap: Game 1 success versus the Bruins, Philippe Myers
Michael Raffl out with injury, now what?
Habs update with special guest Dan Robertson, Canadiens play-by-play announcer (TSN 690)

Segment 2: Around the AHL

AHL Board of Governors announce new target start date for 2020-21 season
AHL announces service and excellence awards
Winnipeg Jets head coach Paul Maurice gives nod to player development

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

European leagues continue to snap up players: Leskinen, Seider
CHL News: League to appoint Independent Review Panel
Feel Good Finale: Star Struck!

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Missed an episode? You can find every episode of From The Press Box right HERE.

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick will talk about the Montreal Canadiens prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues, as well as taking a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

Don’t miss daily game recaps, player profiles and league news on AHL Report.

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Habs – Penguins Qualifier, Romanov | Canadiens Connection ep 95

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 95 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Pittsburgh Penguins, Qualifying Series, Carey Price, Alexander Romanov, Jonathan Drouin

Tomas Tatar (Photo by Joe Sargent/NHLI via Getty Images)

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is just that – a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.

This Week’s Show: Game action!

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

With hockey back, the guys briefly take you back to Episode 75 of the Canadiens Connection podcast, the episode that took place after the NHL’s announcement to pause the season.
Alexander Romanov has concluded his quarantine period and was finally able to join his teammates and hit the ice for a practice with his new club.
Dale Weise heading to Switzerland? Amid rumours of an agreement with Lausanne HC of the National League in Switzerland, the forward denied that he has signed a contract and claimed his focus is on earning another contract with the Montreal Canadiens.
0 out of 16 NHL.com writers picked the Habs to beat the Penguins, but former Canadiens defenceman, P.K. Subban, said he believes Carey Price can steal the series.
They said what? Jonathan Drouin describes the in-arena atmosphere, Shea Weber discusses the team’s enthusiasm, Claude Julien talks defence and Alexander Romanov expresses happiness and describes his role.
Impact of the Coronavirus. The guys share their thoughts on NHL games without fans. The MLB is predictably in a tough spot after an outbreak of positive tests in the Miami Marlins organization.

Segment 2: Things to watch in Pens / Habs series

Rick and Joe discuss the Habs upcoming qualification round series against the high-powered Pittsburgh Penguins and look at the big questions facing the Canadiens in this series. Can Carey Price steal the series? Can the Canadiens defend two elite centres? Will the Canadiens’ special teams be a difference in the series? The guys tackle those questions and more!

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Bracket Challenge Winners.
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

Search for “Canadiens Connection” from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:

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On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, August 1st starting at 2 pm. ET or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, August 8th at 2 pm. ET. (3:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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NHL Hub Safety, Gelevan, Chaumont, Mingioni | Press Zone ep. 133

By Rocket — 5 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 133 | Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Photos by Montreal Canadiens (L) and Philadelphia Flyers (R)

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This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens

NHL teams announce rosters as teams head to hub cities
Safety inside the NHL bubble
Habs Preview with special guests Doug Gelevan, CBC Montreal and J-F Chaumont, Journal de Montreal

Segment 2: Philadelphia Flyers

Flyers Preview with special guest Anthony Mingioni, Center Ice Philly & Off The Post Radio
Flyers offering local business free advertising
Rocket Sports Media coverage for NHL Return to Play

Segment 3: The AHL & Beyond

Media access inside the NHL bubble
AHL Business Awards announced
Oilers pay tribute to Colby Cave at training camp
CHL News: League to appoint Independent Review Panel
Feel Good Finale: Sports!

Get The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects!

Missed an episode? You can find every episode of From The Press Box right HERE.

Don’t miss daily game recaps, player profiles and league news on AHL Report.

Follow all the action on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

Search for “The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects” from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:

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Domi, Danault, Price, Romanov | Canadiens Connection ep 94

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 94 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Training Camp, Max Domi, Phillip Danault, Carey Price, Xavier Ouellet, Brett Kulak, Seattle Kraken

Phillip Danault (Photo by QMI Agency)

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This Week’s Show: Game action next week!

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

After taking some time to think about it, Max Domi joined the Canadiens in Phase 3.
Alexander Romanov had an interesting week travelling, Rick and Joe discuss his confusing journey to North America.
Michael McNiven had a scare early this week when he was struck in the mask by a Shea Weber slapshot.
Phillip Danault, Ryan Poehling, Victor Mete, Cale Fleury and Cayden Primeau rejoined the main group. While Brett Kulak and Xavier Ouellet also returned to practice after testing positive for the coronavirus.
Who’s in and who’s out? Taking a look around the NHL at players who joined their team after an absence and who’s out.
In an article from The Athletic, the Canadiens were ranked the 24th team out of 24. While their coach Claude Julien fared a little bit better in a ranking of coaches on NHL.com.
They said what? Carey Price had the quote of the week when asked how to slow down Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. While his backup Charlie Lindgren is garnering praise for his play in camp.
The Seattle Kraken have been revealed as the 32nd NHL franchise.
Impact of the Coronavirus. The Blue Jays are no longer homeless. The CFL headed to Winnipeg?

Segment 2: The Case for Phillip Danault

NHL Award Nominations. The guys run down the nominees for each NHL Award.
After the announcement of the nominees for the Selke trophy, there was a debate on social media regarding the case for Phillip Danault. Rick and Joe take a look at the case for Danault.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

It’s Quiz time!
Bracket Challenge
Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: Where does Max Domi slot into the #Habs lineup?
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, July 25th starting at 2 pm. ET or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, August 1st at 2 pm. ET. (3:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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Domi, NHL Nominees, World Juniors Update| Press Zone ep. 132

By Rocket — 5 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 132 | Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, Maksim Sushko, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Maksim Sushko, Mikhail Vorobyev (Photo by Amy Johnson | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

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This Week’s Topics