Canadiens

Riding Momentum | Canadiens Connection ep 139

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 139 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Joel Armia, Jake Evans, Mark Scheifele, Shea Weber, Dominique Ducharme

Carey Price, Corey Perry (Photo by David Lipnowski/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 – Injury updates for Jake Evans and Artturi Lehkonen. Alexander Romanov remains in the press box for the Canadiens. 
  • Habs prospect report – Canadiens allowed the June 1st deadline to pass without signing any of these three prospects to NHL contracts: Joni Ikonen, Jacob Leguerrier, Kieran Ruscheinski. Canadiens sign Mattias Norlinder to three-year entry-level contract. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Taking a look at the Mark Scheifele hit on Jake Evans that resulted in Evans suffering a concussion and all the fallout from the incident. 
  • Hockey News – Buffalo Sabres won the NHL Draft Lottery. Jordan Staal and Max Pacioretty making an impact in the NHL Playoffs. 

Segment 2: How have the Canadiens turned it around?

  • The Canadiens have now won five consecutive games. This team did not have a win streak longer than three games in the regular season, so what has happened that they have been able to find this level of success at the most important time? Rick and Joe take a look at how the Canadiens turned it around to eliminate the Leafs and how they took a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Jets. 
  • Who has stood out? Who has disappointed? What is fact and what is fiction?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • CC Question of the Week: Was the four games imposed by the DoPS to Mark Scheifele enough?

  • Listener’s texts and emails. 

  • Dynasty By Decade podcast: Montreal Canadiens of the 1970s

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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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:

Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, June 5th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, June 12th 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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Playoff Pressure | Canadiens Connection ep 138

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 138 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Joel Armia, Joel Edmundson, Alexander Romanov, Dominique Ducharme

Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield (Photo by Claus Andersen/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 – Injury updates for Jake Evans and Artturi Lehkonen. Habs fans return to the Bell Centre for game six.
  • Habs prospect report – AHL announced that Cayden Primeau and Otto Leskinen were named to the 2020-21 Canadian Division All-Star Team. Laval Rocket signed forward Cedric Desruisseaux and defenseman Terrance Amorosa to one-year, two-way AHL contracts. Canadiens nearing June 1st deadline to sign three prospects to NHL contracts: Joni Ikonen, Jacob Leguerrier, Kieran Ruscheinski. Canadiens prospect Sean Farrell and the Chicago Steel won the USHL championship. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Taking a look at some of the roster decisions that have made to this point in the series. We have still yet to see Alexander Romanov appear in the series.
  • Hockey News – Owen Power is at the top of CSB draft rankings for North American skaters. Patrick Roy and Mario Tremblay renew acquaintances in commercial for Uber Eats.

Segment 2: Do the Canadiens Measure Up?

  • Rick and Joe take a look at how the Canadiens have fared against a team that is believed to be a contender. Taking a look at all areas of the game, the guys discuss where the Canadiens have measured up and where they have fallen short to this point in the series.
Segment 3: Have Your Say
  • Happy Memorial Day weekend!

  • Listener’s calls and text

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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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: Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, May 29th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, June 5th 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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The Future for Habs Youth | Press Zone Montreal ep 184

The Press Zone Montreal ep 184 | Laval Rocket, AHL, Montreal Canadiens, NHL, WHL, Rocket Sports Media, hockey, prospects

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for hockey prospects on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast is featured on The AHL Report, and provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Montreal Canadiens, Laval Rocket, and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Our podcast 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 & Laval Rocket

  • Stanley Cup Playoffs: Montreal line blender
  • What’s the plan for Habs youth?

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • John B. Sollenberger Trophy winners
  • Pacific Division playoffs update
  • Seattle Kraken make AHL hire
  • New ECHL franchise unveils name/logo
  • Feel Good Finale: Happy Memorial Day!

Get The Press Zone!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for hockey prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick talk about prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues. They also take a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

And don’t be shy to give the podcast a 5-star rating!

Habs Playoff Warriors | Canadiens Connection ep 137

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 137 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Josh Anderson, Corey Perry

Carey Price, Josh Anderson (Photo by Claus Andersen/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.
  • Artturi Lehkonen chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – All players who were sidelined by injury have returned to the Canadiens lineup. Jonathan Drouin not expected to return. Jake Evans is listed as day-to-day and will not play in game two, Jesperi Kotkaniemi draws in. John Tavares is out for a minimum of two weeks.
  • Habs prospect report – Laval Rocket season is over but not before Brendan Gallagher and Carey Price paid a visit. Jordan Weal, Vasily Demchenko to KHL. Gustav Olofsson looking for a new opportunity. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Step aside Coach C, it’s time for GM JJ. The guys take a look at some roster decisions that were made ahead of Game 1 for the Canadiens and the conversation that surrounded them.
  • Hockey News – Nazem Kadri suspended eight games by the Department of Player Safety. Latvia shocks Canada in the World Hockey Championships with a 2-0 win.

Segment 2: Winners and Losers of the Week

  • Rick and Joe look take a look at Game 1 against the Leafs and who caught their eye for both good and bad reasons. Find out who stood out to the guys with the return of Winners and Losers!

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • CC Question of the Week: What did you think of Nick Foligno initiating a fight with Corey Perry after the accident to John Tavares?
  • Listener’s calls and text

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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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:

Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, May 22nd starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, May 29th 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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Laval Season Review, Habs Black Aces | Press Zone Montreal ep. 182

The Press Zone Montreal ep 182 | Laval Rocket, AHL, Montreal Canadiens, NHL, WHL, Rocket Sports Media, hockey, prospects

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for hockey prospects on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast is featured on The AHL Report, and provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Montreal Canadiens, Laval Rocket, and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Our podcast 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

  • Getting healthy before the postseason
  • Ducharme missing the mark on youth in lineup

Segment 2: Laval Rocket

  • Laval season comes to a close on a down note
  • Highlights from the Rocket’s exit day interviews

Segment 3: Around the AHL

  • CCM/AHL Player of the Week: Connor McMichael (Hershey Bears)
  • Zach Fucale, Phoenix Copley recognized for outstanding season
  • End of season standings
  • Pacific Division playoffs
  • Feel Good Finale: One For the Record Books

Get The Press Zone!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for hockey prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick talk about prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues. They also take a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

And don’t be shy to give the podcast a 5-star rating!

Playoff Rivalry Renewed | Canadiens Connection ep 136

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 136 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Jake Allen, Cayden Primeau, Marc Bergevin, Dominique Ducharme, Corey Perry

Brendan Gallagher versus the Toronto Maple Leafs

Brendan Gallagher (Photo by Claus Andersen/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.
  • Nick Suzuki chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – First COVID vaccinations for Canadiens players and staff. Injury update: Phillip Danault, Brendan Gallagher, Shea Weber, Carey Price and Jonathan Drouin. Corey Perry nominated for Bill Masterton Trophy. Jesse Ylonen made his NHL debut this week. Canadiens sign Rafael Harvey-Pinard to a two-year entry-level contract. Canadiens had no Quebeckers in their lineup on Monday for the first time ever.
  • Habs prospect report – Laval Rocket season winding down. Trois-Rivières to play their inaugural game on October 21st in Trois-Rivières. Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Canadiens goaltending – Cayden Primeau made his fourth start of the season on Wednesday. Jake Allen awarded the Jacques Beauchamp-Molson Trophy.
  • “I Was Meant To Be A Hab” by Tyler Toffoli appearing in The Players’ Tribune.

  • NHL News – Canadiens open the playoffs in Toronto on Thursday May 20th.

Segment 2: Are the Habs a Team on the Rise?

  • With Marc Bergevin spending close to $90 million last off-season, how has the team progressed with this major investment in talent? In addition, Bergevin made a significant in-season change to the coaching staff. How have the changes improved the team? How did Bergevin’s moves at the trade deadline help/hamper the team? Canadiens enter the post-season with the fewest points of any playoff team. What are the excuses for not meeting expectations and finishing 18th in the NHL this season?

  • Elliotte Friedman reported that discussions have begun with Geoff Molson about Marc Bergevin’s future with the Canadiens. Should Bergevin’s contract be extended? Should the interim label be removed so Dom Ducharme becomes the head coach of the Canadiens?

  • Do the Canadiens have a chance against the Maple Leafs? Marc Bergevin claimed that he specifically built this team for the playoffs so a first round upset could affirm his case.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update – Final
  • Listener’s calls and text

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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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: Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, May 15th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, May 22nd 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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Primeau, Poehling, Postseason | Press Zone Montreal ep. 180

The Press Zone Montreal ep 180 | Laval Rocket, AHL, Montreal Canadiens, NHL, WHL, Rocket Sports Media, hockey, prospects

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for hockey prospects on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast is featured on The AHL Report, and provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Montreal Canadiens, Laval Rocket, and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Our podcast 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

  • Cayden Primeau not being served well by this callup
  • Habs limping into the postseason
  • Canadiens announce 2021 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy nominee
  • A family contract extension

Segment 2: Laval Rocket

  • Injury update: season over for Ryan Poehling, Cale Fleury close to returning
  • Laval struggling down the stretch

Segment 3: Around the AHL

  • CCM/AHL Player of the Week: Alex Turcotte (Ontario Reign)
  • Vancouver, New Jersey shake up AHL affiliates
  • Bridgeport revamps their franchise
  • Feel Good Finale: ???

Get The Press Zone!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for hockey prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick talk about prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues. They also take a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

And don’t be shy to give the podcast a 5-star rating!

Habs Playoff Lineup | Canadiens Connection ep 135

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 135 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Cole Caufield, Carey Price, Jake Allen, Cayden Primeau, Dominique Ducharme

(Photo by Mark Blinch/NHLI via 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.
  • Nick Suzuki chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – Injury update: Paul Byron, Phillip Danault, Brendan Gallagher, Shea Weber, Carey Price. Tomas Tatar has returned to the Habs lineup, Cole Caufield scored his first three goals in the NHL this week.
  • Habs prospect report – Laval Rocket clinched first place in the Canadian division. Ryan Poehling will have surgery and miss the rest of the season. Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Canadiens goaltending – Let’s take a look at the Canadiens goaltending situation since March 1st. Has Jake Allen been able to step up as a number one goaltender since Carey Price has been injured? Was Cayden Primeau the right choice to be promoted to the backup position?
  • NHL News – Rick and Joe give their thoughts on the Tom Wilson debacle, which led to a bizarre series of events in New York.

Segment 2: Canadiens bad starts, is it a coaching issue?

  • The Canadiens have regularly given up the first goal of the game, doing so in seven out of their last ten games, is it something that is on Dominique Ducharme’s radar to fix? We hear from the coach and some players on bad starts and issues in the Habs performance of late.
  • You be the head coach. What does your post-season lineup look like?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update
  • CC Question of the week: What does your post-season lineup look like?
  • Listener’s calls and text

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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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:

Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, May 8th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, May 15th at 3:00 pm. ET. (4:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

Listen and Subscribe Here

Laval Injuries, Caufield Settling In | Press Zone Montreal ep. 178

The Press Zone Montreal ep 178 | Laval Rocket, AHL, Montreal Canadiens, NHL, WHL, Rocket Sports Media, hockey, prospects

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for hockey prospects on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast is featured on The AHL Report, and provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Montreal Canadiens, Laval Rocket, and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Our podcast 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

  • Cole Caufield settling in
  • Erik Gustafsson has been as advertised
  • Check out the “Habs Fan Forum”

Segment 2: Laval Rocket

  • Injury update: season over for Joel Teasdale, Joseph Blandisi, Michael Pezzetta
  • Laval season winding down
  • All eyes on Joel Bouchard

Segment 3: Around the AHL

  • CCM/AHL Player of the Week: Joel Kellman (San Jose Barracuda)
  • AHL Monthly Award Winners for April
  • Postseason plans for the American League
  • DraftKings fantasy sports primer
  • Feel Good Finale: Galactic Adventure!

Get The Press Zone!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for hockey prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick talk about prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues. They also take a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

And don’t be shy to give the podcast a 5-star rating!

Habs Playoff Push | Canadiens Connection ep 134

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 134 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Cole Caufield, Shea Weber, Josh Anderson, Jonathan Drouin, Jake Evans

Artturi Lehkonen (Photo by Francois Lacasse/NHLI via 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.
  • Josh Anderson chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – Carey Price continues to recover from a concussion and may return to the ice in the coming days. Brendan Gallagher has started to skate on his own. Cole Caufield made his NHL debut this week. Jonathan Drouin has taken an indefinite leave from the team. 
  • Habs prospect report – There will be no playoffs for the Laval Rocket this season. Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • They Said What? – Mix of veterans and young players discuss what it takes to contribute down the stretch towards a playoff berth. 
  • NHL News – Seattle Kraken made the final payment of their $650M franchise fee on Friday. Patrick Roy hired a new agent to facilitate a return to the NHL in coaching or management.

Segment 2: Negative Effects of Habs Success

  • The Canadiens are currently holding onto the fourth and final playoff spot in the North division and the third spot is within reach given the struggles of the Winnipeg Jets, but Habs fans are in a difficult spot. Of course, they want to see their team make the playoffs, but would losing out on that bring about some necessary change? Rick and Joe discuss this dilemma facing Canadiens fans. 

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update
  • CC Question of the week:
  • Listener’s calls and text

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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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:

Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, May 1st starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, May 8th at 3:00 pm. ET. (4:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

Listen and Subscribe Here

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