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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 dive deep into the Laval Rocket’s current roster and review which players are due for new contracts this summer, whether they will be RFA or UFA. Who will likely stay? Who might not be back?
Then they’ll provide an update on the AHL Calder Cup Playoffs, with an in-depth look at the Phantoms – Bruins series. The playoff chat will continue with another “can’t miss” Top 5 segment where the pair break down the best playoff team slogans around the league.
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 Improved? Lehkonen, Armia, Aho Fallout | Canadiens Connection ep. 42
Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Are the Habs Improved After Marc Bergevin’s Free Agency, Armia and Lehkonen Signings, Aho Fallout
Joel Armia (Photo by Martin Chevalier / Journal de Montreal)
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, July 13th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.
Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, July 20th 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 avoided arbitration with their two highest profile RFA’s, Arturri Lehkonen and Joel Armia. Rick and Joe discuss their contracts and how Marc Bergevin did.
- It was reported by Steve Simmons that Don Cherry would not be returning to Hockey Night in Canada for the upcoming season. This was later denied by Cherry. The guys take a look at both the Simmons’ article and Cherry’s response.
- J.J. Daigneault was introduced as head coach and had some interesting comments regarding Karl Alzner.
- The Laval Rocket’s 2019-2020 schedule has been released!
Segment 2: The Big Topic.
- The fallout from the Sebastian Aho offer sheet continues! This week we got statements from all parties involved: Aho, the Carolina Hurricanes and the Montreal Canadiens. Rick and Joe react to each of these statements, and those made by Elliotte Friedman on the 31 Thoughts Podcast.
- The guys look at what is being speculated on social media about this offer sheet, in comparison to how it is actually being perceived throughout the league.
Segment 3: Have Your Say
- Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: With Marc Bergevin adding Chiarot, Cousins, Kinkaid and trading Shaw, are the Montreal Canadiens a better team than last season? Responses: Twitter | Facebook
- Listener’s calls and texts
- Bad tweet of the week
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Ken Reid, Prospect Rankings, Julien | Press Zone ep. 147
The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 147 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Ken Reid, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media
Photo by Amy Johnson | © Rocket Sports Media Mandatory Credit Required
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: NHL and AHL News
- Montreal Canadiens: Lessons learned from RTP, Romanov gets praise
- Philadelphia Flyers: Wells Fargo Center getting creative for revenue
- Return to play still unclear for minor leagues
Segment 2: Press Zone Exclusive
- Interview with Ken Reid, Sportsnet broadcaster and author of the new book, “One To Remember: Stories From 39 Members of the NHL’s One Goal Club“
Segment 3: Beyond the AHL
- Prospect rankings shift after NHL Draft
- Rocket Sports Media Movember campaign
- Feel Good Finale: Rock of Ages!
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.
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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From the Press Box | Rocket Roller Coaster, AHL Outdoor Classic, Where Are They Now? [Podcast S1/E16]
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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 look back at the ups and downs of the last week of games for the Laval Rocket, including some holes created by injuries and illnesses, and some players putting up big points.
In AHL news, the pair will talk about the upcoming winter Olympics and some different ways the American League will be represented in South Korea. Also, there’s league suspensions to announce and the Player of the Week! And where will Rick take us today on “Where Are They Now?”
Top 5 is always a “can’t miss” segment, and this week the duo dish on their favorite press boxes in the AHL.
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.
