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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 talk about the Laval Rocket’s struggles at home and on the road as they face some tough divisional and conference competition. They also give a sneak peek at the week ahead with some important games upcoming!
The pair will also give a shoutout to the Player of the Week in AHL news, as well review the league’s weekly suspension list before leaving listeners on the edge of their seat to reveal this week’s Where Are They Now?
Top 5 is always a “can’t miss” segment, and with American Thanksgiving happening this week Rick and Amy lay down their picks for the desserts for the holiday!
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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Habs News, Danault, All-Time 7, Khisamutdinov | Canadiens Connection ep. 82
Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio ep. 82 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Arsen Khisamutdinov, Kirk Muller, Phillip Danault, All-Time Lineup
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 source they know and trust.
Jean Beliveau with Conn Smythe Trophy (Photo by NHL.com)
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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.On Air
Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, May 2nd at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand. Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, May 9th at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.This Week’s Show
Segment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News
- The Canadiens have come to terms on an entry-level deal with forward Arsen Khisamutdinov. Khisamutdinov was a sixth-round selection by the Habs in the 2019 NHL Draft.
- The Habs top prospect on the backend, Alexander Romanov, has signed a long-term contract of sorts, getting engaged to his girlfriend.
- The Bruins came to terms on a one-year contract extension with goaltender Jaroslav Halak.
- The Blackhawks have fired their long-time President and CEO, John McDonough, after thirteen years and three Stanley Cups. The guys ponder who could possibly replace an executive with such pedigree.
- Tomas Plekanec did an interview with Louis Jean in which he shared that he would like to get into coaching, while also using two of his former coaches as his sources of inspiration and one coach that he said he would not emulate.
- Former Montreal Canadiens tough guy, Georges Laraque tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this week.
- Kirk Muller’s mother, Annette went viral this week with a photo of her holding up a sign that said “Need More Wine” against her window.
- The NHL and NHLPA released a joint statement detailing their plans for “Phase 2” in which players could return to small group activities in the “mid-to-later” part of May, while also saying that the Return to Play Committee will continue to meet on a regular basis.
- Phillip Danault believes it would be “inhumane” to ask players to be separated from their families for two-to-three months, should the NHL season resume.
- TSN composed an All-Time Montreal Canadiens team in a project they have dubbed the “All-Time 7 Project” in which they will do the same for each Canadian team. Given the Canadiens illustrious history, it is a tall order to pick just 21 players, but they did. Of course, their selections have led to some Canadiens fans asking why certain players were omitted. Rick and Joe take a look at the team and ask who should be added that is not present and which players should not have made the cut.
Segment 3: Have Your Say
- Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: How are you coping during the ‘pause’?
- Listener’s calls and texts
- Bad tweet of the week
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NHL Draft Preview, Roster and Injury Updates | Press Box ep. 143
The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 143 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Justin Braun, Michael McNiven, NHL Draft, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media
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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.
The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio
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 loan two goaltenders
- Matt Niskanen retires
- Flyers sign Justin Braun, Brian Elliott
- Montreal signs Michael McNiven, qualifies five RFAs
- Joni Ikonen injury report
- Montreal and Philadelphia represented at USA Hockey World Junior Camp
Segment 2: NHL Entry Draft Preview
- Rick and Amy preview Round 1, with a focus on the Canadiens and Flyers
- Top prospect names to watch for
- NHL Draft Reaction show on Thursday!
Get The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects!
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 Camp Standouts, Roster Cuts, Injuries | Canadiens Connection ep. 50
Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio ep. 50 | Habs Training Camp Standouts, RosterCuts, Ryan Poehling, Injuries, Concussions
Nick Suzuki (Photo by TVA Sports)
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 source they know and trust.
CC on Rocket Sports Radio
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.
On Air
Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, September 21st at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.
Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, September 28th at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.
This Week’s Show
Segment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News
- The Canadiens have started out red hot in preseason play, taking their opener against the New Jersey Devils and two consecutive from the Florida Panthers. Rick and Joe assess the performances they’ve seen to this point.
- Who has raised their stock in the three preseason games and who needs to step up?
- Much has been made of the Canadiens prospect pool. Which youngsters, if any, will be there opening night in Raleigh? The guys discuss.
Segment 2: The Big Topic.
- The Canadiens have gotten off to a good start in preseason, but that’s been in spite of a rough start with injuries. Paul Byron and Ryan Poehling are the latest to be bit by the injury bug, joining a list that includes Karl Alzner, Noah Juulsen and prospects like Gustav Olofsson and Joni Ikonen. The Canadiens were relatively healthy last season, but will that luck be on their side this year?
- Poehling has been sidelined with a concussion and Juulsen has been dealing with some headaches that Claude Julien insists are not related to a concussion. Rick and Joe weigh in on comments made by Julien regarding concussions.
Segment 3: Have Your Say
- Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: After three pre-season games, which #Habs player has surprised you most in camp? Why?
- Listener’s calls and texts
- Bad tweet of the week
Get the Canadiens Connection!
Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
Search for “Rocket Sports Radio” and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on your favorite podcast platform including:
And don’t be shy to give the podcast a 5-star rating!
Listen Here
