Artturi Lehkonen

Battle of the Best | Canadiens Connection ep 142

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 142 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Shea Weber, Luke Richardson, Artturi Lehkonen, Stanley Cup, Final, Marc Bergevin, Tampa Bay Lightning

Carey Price, Artturi Lehkonen (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/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.

This Week’s Show

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

  • Rick and Joe break down the week that was for the Montreal Canadiens. Check out the comprehensive post-game reviews for every game at AllHabs.net.
  • Carey Price chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – Jake Evans cleared to play. Dominique Ducharme self isolating at home. Canadiens signed VP John Sedgwick to a three-year contract extension.
  • Habs prospect report – Forward Yannick Veilleux has reportedly signed a two-year contract with Eisbaren Berlin of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL). Canadiens signed Laurent Dauphin to a one-year, two-way contract. Reports state that Joel Bouchard is unlikely to return as head coach of the Laval Rocket next season. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Marc Bergevin lost out to Lou Lamoriello for the Jim Gregory Award for GM of the Year. Bergevin raised expectations for this team heading into the season and it came to fruition with the Canadiens advancing to the Stanley Cup Finals.
  • Habs Playoffs News and Notes – Capacity at the Bell Centre currently at 3,500, while Amalie Arena in Tampa Bay at 14,800. Officiating in the playoffs by Chris Lee and Dan O’Rourke has been heavily scrutinized in games three and four of the semi-finals.

Segment 2: Stanley Cup Final

  • A magical playoff run from the Montreal Canadiens culminates in a Stanley Cup Final appearance. Four wins away from a Stanley Cup championship, Rick and Joe break down the improbable match up for the Stanley Cup.
  • “To be the best, you’ve got to beat the best.” — Artturi Lehkonen

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • Listener’s texts and emails.

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

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On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, June 26th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, July 3rd at 3:00 pm. ET. (4:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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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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Search for “Rocket Sports Radio” and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on your favorite podcast platform including:

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Habs News, Canadiens RFAs, Bergevin | Canadiens Connection ep. 36

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Habs News, NHL Playoffs, Memorial Cup, Kirk Muller, RFAs, Marc Bergevin, Joel Armia, Artturi Lehkonen

Joel Armia (Photo courtesy of Canadiens.com)

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, May 25th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, June 1st 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: Review, Winners and Losers

  • This week, Joseph is joined by Gibby of Hab-A-Listen, another great podcast from Rocket Sports Radio.
  • The guys check in on the NHL playoffs with the Bruins and the Blues meeting in the Stanley Cup final. 
  • A pending UFA is off the board with the New York Islanders signing centre Brock Nelson to a six-year, $36 million contract extension.
  • They will get you up to speed with Canadiens news: Alex Belzile signs a one-year deal,  Joel Teasdale heads to the the Memorial Cup final, Kirk Muller’s power-play has been excellent at the World Championships, David Sklenicka will be in the lineup for the Czech Republic as they face Canada in one of the World Championship Semi-finals and the Canadiens announce new weeknight start times for next season. 

Segment 2: The Big Topic

  • Who are the Canadiens pending restricted free agents in Montreal and Laval and who should be re-signed? Joseph and Gibby compare their lists of players who should be a priority for Marc Bergevin. 

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which Canadiens/Rocket RFAs should be top priorities for Marc Bergevin to re-sign? Responses: Twitter | Facebook  
  • Listener’s calls and texts
  • Bad tweet of the week

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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Search for “Rocket Sports Radio” and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on your favorite podcast platform including:

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Habs Miss Playoffs, Petry, Lehkonen | Canadiens Connection ep. 29

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Habs Miss Playoffs, Jeff Petry’s Urgency, Artturi Lehkonen is Top Six

(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, April 6th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, April 13th 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: Review, Winners and Losers

  • Let’s get you up to speed: A quick review of the Canadiens week including wins over the Jets and Lightning while suffering a devastating loss against the Capitals. 
  • Winners and losers of the week: Jeff Petry, Artturi Lehkonen and Jonathan Drouin make an appearance on our lists.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

  • With the Montreal Canadiens being eliminated from the playoffs following the Blue Jackets overtime win over the Rangers on Friday night, we discuss Habs missed opportunities throughout the season.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • What do you predict will happen in Montreal’s final game of the season?
  • Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: The Canadiens will miss the playoffs for the third time in the past four years. What went wrong?  
  • Listener’s calls and texts
  • Bad tweet of the week

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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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!

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Habs Playoff Chances, Price, Thompson, Lehkonen | Canadiens Connection ep. 27

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Habs Playoff Chances, Carey Price Named Best Goaltender, Nate Thompson – Artturi Lehkonen Quietly Contributing

Nate Thompson (Photo by Martin Chevalier)

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, March 23th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, March 30th 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: Review, Winners and Losers

  • Let’s get you up to speed: A quick review of the Canadiens week including big wins against the Flyers and Islanders. 
  • Carey Price was named top goaltender in the league by his peers in NHLPA pool. Let’s understand why they think so highly of him.
  • Winners and losers of the week: Nate Thompson, Artturi Lehkonen, Phillip Danault and Dominique Ducharme make an appearance on our lists.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

  • We discuss the remaining games in the regular season as the Montreal Canadiens continue to battle for a playoff spot and two under the radar contributors to the stretch run.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: Who is an unheralded player who has strongly contributed to the Habs playoff run? 
  • Listener’s calls and texts
  • Bad tweet of the week

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on TwitterFacebookInstagram

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 

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