The Press Zone

The Press Zone brings together two experienced journalists from the AHL Report team to discuss hockey prospects playing in the AHL, ECHL, CHL, NCAA and Europe. This podcast is also your premier source for AHL hockey, featuring Laval Rocket (Canadiens) and Lehigh Valley Phantoms (Flyers).
Available every TUESDAY!

From The Press Box Podcast | World Junior Showcase, AHL News, Fan Feedback [S1/E45]

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Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a look at the 2018 World Junior Showcase in Kamloops, B.C. and share audio from some exclusive interviews with select players from the Canadian and United States teams.

Then the duo will move to AHL news and chat about the latest AHL head coaching hire, as well as give an update on where Yannick Veilleux will be playing hockey this fall.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From The Press Box Podcast | World Junior Showcase, Coaching Additions, AHL Roster Updates [S1/E44]

Quinn Hughes (Photo by Amy Johnson | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a brief look at the start of the 2018 World Junior Showcase and the results of the first two games of the camp.

Then the duo will move to AHL news and discuss some more coaching movement as well as review new roster signings around the league from the past week.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From The Press Box Podcast | AHL News, Coaching Movement, Summer Showcase Preview [S1/E43]

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Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a brief look at news and happenings coming out of the Montreal Canadiens organization this past week.

Then the duo will move to AHL news and the never-ending list of new coaching announcements. After that they’ll preview one of the most exciting events of the summer: the annual World Junior Summer Showcase! The event has moved to Kamloops this year and promises to be filled with great hockey action once again.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From The Press Box Podcast | NHL Contracts, Ray Emery, AHL Schedule, Coaching Updates [S1/E42]

Jesperi Kotkaniemi (Photo courtesy of Montreal Canadiens)

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a look at the most recent contract signings by the Montreal Canadiens and discuss some comments made by Marc Bergevin in a recent question and answer session.

Then the pair acknowledges the passing of former NHL goaltender Ray Emery, who died over the weekend in Ontario.

What’s new in AHL coaching announcements? Rick and Amy break down the newest hires, before shining the spotlight on one particular player who will be interesting to watch in the American League this season.  And finally, the 2018-19 AHL season schedule has been released!

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From The Press Box Podcast | Coaching Announcements, AHL News and Awards [S1/E41]

Luke Richardson (Photo by TVA Sports)

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a deep dive into the Canadiens’ most recent coaching announcements in Laval and Montreal. Who are the new faces behind the bench?

Then the pair will review some noteworthy free agency signings, before talking about this year’s AHL Team Business Services award winners from around the league. And which team is sporting an updated logo this fall? Listen in to find out!

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From The Press Box Podcast | Free Agency Signings, Canadiens Injury News, Flyers Development Camp [S1/E40]

Joel Armia (Photo by Bruce Fedyck /USA TODAY Sports)

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a look at player signings less than a week into this summer’s free agency window. Who did the Canadiens sign? How does this help or hurt the organization for the upcoming season?

Then the pair will discuss some injury news out of Montreal and what it means for the 2018-19 roster, before closing out with some thoughts from Flyers Development Camp.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From the Press Box Podcast | NHL Draft Review, Roster Updates, Coaching Hires, Development Camp [S1/E39]

2018 NHL Entry Draft (Photo by Amy Johnson | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a look at how the Montreal Canadiens fared at the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, including their third-overall pick.

They’ll then review which pending RFA players were given qualifying offers by the Habs…and which ones weren’t.  Plus, free agency is just around the corner! What can fans expect to see the Canadiens do to fill the gaps?

Two more AHL head coaching positions were filled this week; Rick and Amy will break down those hirings. They’ll also discuss team development camps and provide a full wrap-up of all the fun that went down in Dallas for the 2018 Rocket Sports Media NHL Draft Weekend!

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From The Press Box Podcast | Calder Cup Wrapup, Trades, NHL Draft Preview [S1/E38]

Brady Tkachuk (Photo by Amy Johnson | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with a look at how the AHL season came to an end and talk about the newest winners of the Calder Cup.

They’ll then examine some recent trades as the market for swaps starts to heat up in advance of the Draft and free agency. Plus, what’s new in coaching news?

Finally, the pair will break down some predictions and analysis for the first round of this week’s NHL Entry Draft and tell you how to follow along with the Rocket Sports Team’s fan event in Dallas!

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From the Press Box Podcast | Rocket Report, Roster Moves, Calder Cup [S1/E37]

Markus Eisenschmid (Photo by Stephane Dube | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with an update on happenings with the Laval Rocket, including some news on player and coach signings. They’ll also discuss some interesting news coming out of the QMJHL which might leave some Rocket fans scratching their heads.

They’ll then switch gears to the Calder Cup Final as the Marlies and Stars get set for Game 6 in which Toronto could win the championship on home ice. The pair will also recap the winners of the Stanley Cup and Kelly Cup, as both the NHL and ECHL seasons have finally come to a close.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From The Press Box Podcast | Rocket Report, Coaching Vacancies, Calder Cup Final [S1/E36]

Rinat Valiev (Photo by Stephane Dube | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson kick things off with an update on happenings with the Laval Rocket, including some contract signings and an examination of the goaltending situation in the Montreal Canadiens organization.

They’ll then switch gears to the Calder Cup Final and break down how the series between the Toronto Marlies and Texas Stars has faired with the first two games in the books.  And how can you watch the games? Well it might be harder than you think if you live in the United States.

The pair will then take a look at coaching vacancies and hirings around the league. What positions have opened up recently? Which holes still need to be filled? Who’s been hired?

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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.  Follow the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

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