Habs Fighting Through Adversity | Canadiens Connection ep 123

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 123 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Shea Weber, Phillip Danault, Carey Price, Brendan Gallagher

Tomas Tatar, Joel Armia (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 briefly recap the week for the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs had a rough week with back-to-back losses against the Leafs and Oilers.
Shea Weber named 1st star of the week by Joe in his weekly column.
Roster news – Joel Armia returned to the Canadiens lineup against the Leafs. Corey Perry sent to the taxi squad. Line juggling for the Habs, Tatar with Kotkaniemi and Toffoli with Danault. Charlie Lindgren “injured” by Carey Price.
Habs Prospect report – Sean Farrell recorded his fourth straight three-point game Thursday night. Kaiden Guhle left practice early on Thursday with a minor injury. Laval Rocket season is underway. Check out daily reports at AHLReport.com.
Rejean Tremblay column in Le Journal de Montreal. Political Science student says Canadiens core should speak French.
They Said What? – Our favourite clips from media availabilities this week, including Weber on his 1000th game and more!
Hockey notes – NHL expands their COVID protocols. Edmonton forward Jesse Puljujarvi tests positive, which resulted in Oilers-Habs game being delayed an hour.
We remember former Canadiens forward Ralph Backstrom who passed away on Sunday.

Segment 2: What’s wrong with the Montreal Canadiens?

It’s the question that all Habs fans are asking right now: What has happened to the Montreal Canadiens? Where have the goals gone? More importantly where have the wins gone? Rick and Joe take a look at the Canadiens recent games and discuss what has been going on with the Habs.
Also, should fans be panicking about the goaltending situation? And what is the Canadiens identity?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update
Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and text

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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 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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Habs Reach for the Top | Canadiens Connection ep 122

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 122 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Cole Caufield, Victor Mete, Shea Weber, Nick Suzuki, Claude Julien

Shea Weber (Photo by Francois Lacasse/NHLI via Getty Images)

This Week’s Show

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

Rick and Joe briefly recap the week for the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs went 2-2 this week, the guys pick out some memorable moments from each of the four games.
Carey Price named 1st star of the week by Joe in his weekly column.
Roster news – Laval Rocket season start is on hold. Check out daily reports including audio from players and coach Joel Bouchard at AHLReport.com. Cole Caufield named Big10 Hockey first star of the week. Josh Anderson experienced flu-like symptoms during the game against the Flames. Alexander Romanov injured in practice Friday. Victor Mete trade request denied by Bergevin.
Canadiens home stand – Thoughts on Dillon Dube’s hit on Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Shea Weber‘s 1000th game, the debut of the Habs reverse retro sweater and more!
They Said What? – Our favourite clips from media availabilities this week, including Weber on his 1000th game and more!
Hockey notes – NHL postpones more games and expands their COVID protocols. A pair of former Canadiens prospects, Nikita Scherbak and Noah Juulsen make their debuts for new teams.

Segment 2: A Brief Visit to the Penthouse

The Canadiens found themselves occupying the top spot in the North division for a short time this week. Rick and Joe take a look back at the long journey for the Habs to get to that spot after finishing 24th last season and how they were quickly displaced following a disappointing effort against the last place Ottawa Senators.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

CC Question of the week: Now that you have seen them on the ice, what do you think about the Canadiens retro reverse jerseys?
New partnership: The Hockey Podcast Network
Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and text

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Habs Seek to Rule the North | Canadiens Connection ep 121

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 121 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Marc Bergevin, Josh Anderson, Tyler Toffoli, Alexander Romanov, Jake Allen, Joel Edmundson

(Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

This Week’s Show

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

Rick and Joe briefly recap the two games the Canadiens played this past week, the finale of their three-game set in Vancouver and their home opener Thursday against the Flames.
Tyler Toffoli named 1st star of the week by the NHL.
Joel Armia in concussion protocol, he skated on his own this week.
Laval Rocket training camp underway. Check out daily reports including audio from players and coach Joel Bouchard at AHLReport.com. Claude Julien says that Ryan Poehling and Cale Fleury will not attend Rocket camp.
Marc Bergevin says that Cole Caufield will turn pro following the conclusion of his season at Wisconsin.
Canadiens have signed Martin Lapointe to a three-year contract extension.
Rick and Joe make observations about the Canadiens returning to the Bell Centre in their home opener Thursday.
They Said What? – Our favourite clips from media availabilities this week.
Hockey notes – Wayne Gretzky celebrated his 60th birthday this past Tuesday. Pierre Luc-Dubois in quarantine in Winnipeg. Patrik Laine expected to make Columbus debut Tuesday. Jack Roslovic was in CBJ lineup on Thursday. Josh Anderson spoke about his relationship with John Tortorella. Elliotte Friedman confirmed that Marc Bergevin had a deal in place to move up in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft to select Dubois. What if?

Segment 2: King of the North

Following a much-too-early review of the Canadiens new additions last week, the guys continue with a much-too-early review of the North Division. The Canadiens find themselves in possession of second place in the North behind the Toronto Maple Leafs, but have played two less games to this point. Can the Canadiens compete for a division title? Rick and Joe take a look around the North.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

All Habs Fantasy hockey – update
CC Question of the week: What did you think of Ben Chiarot’s take down of Matthew Tkachuk?
Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and text

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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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Habs Shining New Additions | Canadiens Connection ep 120

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 120 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Marc Bergevin, Josh Anderson, Tyler Toffoli, Alexander Romanov, Jake Allen, Joel Edmundson

(Photo by Jeff Vinnick/NHLI via Getty Images)

This Week’s Show

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

Rick and Joe take a look back at the week that was for the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs picked up three wins this week and currently occupy the top spot in the North division alongside the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Joel Armia was diagnosed with a concussion after a hit from Canucks defenceman Tyler Myers. He will not play Saturday night against Vancouver. Myers avoided supplementary discipline for the questionable hit and will be available to the Canucks.
Paul Byron is game-time decision for Saturday’s game after taking a Shea Weber slapshot on Thursday night.
Corey Perry and Michael Frolik slid into the top-12 at practice on Friday, given the injuries to Armia and Byron, which has cap implications for the Canadiens. Jake Evans reaction to being placed on the taxi squad.
The Laval Rocket opened camp with 32 players in attendance. The Canadiens announced affiliation with the new ECHL franchise in Trois-Rivières.
Canadiens announce hiring of Ben Shutron as an amateur scout.
They Said What? – Our favourite clips from Canadiens media availability this week.
Hockey notes – Pierre Luc-Dubois drama escalates after benching, comes to a close with trade to Winnipeg. Report: Phillip Danault rejected $30 million contract extension offered by Marc Bergevin.

Segment 2: Habs Newcomers Impress

After our Big Topic segment two weeks ago in which Rick and Joe gave their predictions for which Habs newcomer would make the biggest impact with the club, the guys take an early look at the newbies after five games. We’ve seen Jake Allen between the pipes, we’ve seen Tyler Toffoli and Josh Anderson up front and we’ve seen Joel Edmundson and Alexander Romanov on the back end. Who has impressed the most?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

All Habs Fantasy hockey – update
CC Question of the week: Are you relieved after the Pierre-Luc Dubois trade to Winnipeg?
Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and text

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Habs Emerging Stars | Canadiens Connection ep 119

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 119 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Marc Bergevin, Josh Anderson, Nick Suzuki, Alexander Romanov

Nick Suzuki (Photo by Canadiens.com)

This Week’s Show

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

The Canadiens opened their season Wednesday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs, losing 5-4 in overtime.
Noah Juulsen was claimed on waivers earlier this week by the Florida Panthers. Meanwhile, all other Canadiens players who were put through waivers cleared.
The Habs announced five members of their six player taxi squad, which includes Michael Frolik, Corey Perry, Ryan Poehling, Cale Fleury and Charlie Lindgren. Jake Evans was assigned to the taxi squad after the first game for cap reasons.
Rick and Joe share their thoughts on the Habs opening night performance. Who impressed? Who disappointed? How did the newcomers perform? The guys give their thoughts on all of those questions.
Player agent Jeff Jackson tweeted that the NHL doesn’t do enough to protect star players.
They Said What? – Alexander Romanov’s first media availability.
Hockey notes – 27 players test positive for the coronavirus as the season opens. The 2020-21 season is underway, what’s different? NHL opened the season to record TV ratings.

Segment 2: To Dubois or not to Dubois?

This week Columbus Blue Jackets head coach confirmed the reports that centre Pierre-Luc Dubois wants out of Columbus. This alone would be quite enough for Habs fans to start connecting the Quebec-born centre to the Canadiens, but Nick Kypreos poured some gasoline on the fire with his report that the Habs are Dubois’ preferred destination. Blue Jackets ask is now focused around Nick Suzuki plus additional pieces, Alexander Romanov has been deemed untouchable.
We take a look back to the 2016 NHL Draft, the roots of Marc Bergevin’s interest in Pierre-Luc Dubois.
Should the Canadiens trade Suzuki plus additional pieces for Dubois? Jesperi Kotkaniemi? Would Romanov be a better alternative for the Habs to deal?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

All Habs Fantasy hockey draft.
Revisiting episode 75 of the Canadiens Connection podcast.
CC Question of the week: Would you make the trade with the Blue Jackets for Pierre-Luc Dubois if it meant sending Nick Suzuki to Columbus?
Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and text

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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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Habs Impact Players | Canadiens Connection ep 118

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 118 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Marc Bergevin, Josh Anderson, Corey Perry, Jake Allen, Brendan Gallagher

Josh Anderson (photo by Montreal Canadiens)

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

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.

This Week’s Show

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

Canadiens prospect Jesse Ylonen will make his way to Montreal soon.
World Juniors Report – Rick and Joe react to the Gold Medal game between Canada and USA, touch on tournament standouts and how Canadiens prospects performed.
Canadiens training camp has opened, we got our first look at what the team might look like when play begins.
They Said What? – This week, the guys react to audio from Marc Bergevin, Jake Allen, Josh Anderson, Corey Perry and Brendan Gallagher.
Hockey notes – Dallas Stars postponed first two games of the season as six players and two staff tested positive for COVID-19. 19 Columbus Blue Jackets players missed practice Friday in accordance with NHL COVID-19 protocols. Pittsburgh Penguins cancel practice and scrimmage. Laval Rocket will play its home games at the Bell Centre. Carey Price will wear a mask designed to look like a biomechanical skull this season.

Segment 2: Rate the Habs newbies!

Rick and Joe take a look at the Habs newcomers and discuss who they believe will make the biggest impact with the Canadiens. Marc Bergevin provided a lot of options to choose from, but who do Rick and Joe think will be the most impactful additions for the Habs?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Bold Habs Predictions | Canadiens Connection ep 117

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 117 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Alexander Romanov, Josh Anderson, Corey Perry, Michael Frolik, Cole Caufield, Kaiden Guhle, Jan Mysak

Alexander Romanov (photo by Montreal Canadiens)

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

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.

This Week’s Show

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

The Canadiens terminated the contract of forward Alexandre Alain by mutual agreement.
The Canadiens signed forward Corey Perry to a one-year contract worth $750,000. This comes a week after the Habs signed Michael Frolik to an identical contract.
The roster for Canadiens training camp has been released, camp is set to open Sunday.
World Junior Championship report – With group play having come to an end, Rick and Joe give their thoughts on the tournament and players who have stood out to them. They take a deeper look at the play of the three Canadiens prospects involved in the tournament, Kaiden Guhle, Cole Caufield and Jan Mysak.
They Said What? – Michael Frolik and Corey Perry spoke to the media this week after the veteran forwards both signed one-year deals with the Canadiens.
Hockey notes – AHL Board of Governors approve framework for season to begin on February 5th. The Washington Capitals signed Zdeno Chara to a one-year contract. Columbus Blue Jackets re-sign Pierre-Luc Dubois to 2-year contract. NHL will play two outdoor games in Lake Tahoe, Nevada in February, February 20: Colorado Avalanche vs Vegas Golden Knights and February 21: Boston Bruins vs Philadelphia Flyers. P.K. Subban and Lindsay Vonn break up after three years.

Segment 2: Joe’s Big Bold Predictions

With the season right around the corner, Joe provides five bold predictions for the Canadiens 2020-2021 season. After all the change we have seen this past off-season, what does Joe predict for the Canadiens this season?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Habs Five Burning Questions | Canadiens Connection ep 116

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 116 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, NHLPA, Cole Caufield, Kaiden Guhle, Jan Mysak

Brendan Gallagher (Photo by TVASports.ca)

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

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.

This Week’s Show

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

The Canadiens signed forward Michael Frolik earlier this week to a one-year contract worth $750,000.
Canadiens prospect report – Charles Hudon scored 5th goal of the season for Lausanne.
What can we expect from Jonathan Drouin this season? After an article from our colleague Chris G sparked some debate on the All Habs Fan Page on Facebook, Rick and Joe weigh in on what we might see from Drouin this season.
World Junior Championship report – Habs 2020 2nd round pick, Jan Mysak, was named captain of the Czech Republic. Two other Canadiens prospects Kaiden Guhle for Canada and Cole Caufield for the United States. First games played on Christmas Day, Canada opens against Germany, Czech Republic vs Sweden, United States vs Austria. Rocket Sports granted credentials for tournament.
They Said What? – Elliotte Friedman on whether or not one more shoe is about to drop for the Habs.
NHL is Back! – The 2020-21 NHL season will begin on January 13th, with teams playing a 56-game schedule. Rick and Joe run down all the key information you need to know heading into the season.

Segment 2: Five Burning Questions Facing Canadiens

The NHL’s 56-game regular season is set to kick off on January 13th. This is great news for players, media, hockey fans and affiliated staff. The Canadiens have experienced a significant makeover in the off-season and now they will have to come together in a very short period of time. As training camp approaches, what are the five burning questions facing the Montreal Canadiens?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Social media reactions
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Moving Closer to Habs Hockey | Canadiens Connection ep 115

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 115 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, NHLPA, Cole Caufield, Kaiden Guhle, Jan Mysak, Jordan Harris, Wayne Gretzky

Jesperi Kotkaniemi (Photo by Canadiens.com)

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

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.

This Week’s Show

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

The Florida Panthers have signed forward Anthony Duclair to a one-year contract. The guys take a look around at the remaining UFAs with the season just around the corner.
Former Canadiens captain Max Pacioretty has been the subject of some trade rumours out of Vegas. He said the rumours are “lightweight stuff” after playing in Montreal.
Canadiens prospect report – Habs prospect Jordan Harris named Hockey East player of the week. Joni Ikonen has been skating and could return soon. Alexander Gordin with a three-point game on Friday.
World Junior Championship report – The Canadiens will have three players in the tournament: Kaiden Guhle, Cole Caufield and Jan Mysak. Kirby Dach named captain of team Canada with Dylan Cozens and Bowen Byram as the alternates. 10 positive COVID-19 tests at WJC on Friday.
Arrests have been made after the theft of Wayne Gretzky memorabilia from the house of Walter Gretzky.
NHL Return to Play – The NHL and NHLPA have reached a tentative agreement for a 56-game season that will begin on January 13th. Questions still remain on how it will look, including whether the entire season will be played in the United States. Quebec premier, Francois Legault says the province’s health restrictions will not be an obstacle for the Canadiens.

Segment 2: WJC 2021: The Most Wonderful Time

Rocket Sports Junior Hockey specialist, Mike Raschle, joins the show to preview the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championships. Rick and Joe talk with Mike about Team Canada and his expectations entering the tournament. Who poses the biggest challenge to Canada? Will Canada get stability between the pipes? The guys discuss this and more!

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Social media reactions.
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Best Habs Roster | Canadiens Connection ep 114

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 114 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Kaiden Guhle, Jesse Ylonen, Carey Price, Brendan Gallagher, Pierre Allard

Montreal Canadiens (Photo by Canadian Press)

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This Week’s Show

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

Unrestricted free agent Mike Hoffman remains unsigned. The talented goal scorer put up 29 goals last season but has yet to find a home.
Canadiens prospect report – Habs prospect Kaiden Guhle has made Team Canada for the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championships. Cole Caufield made the roster for Team USA. Jesse Ylonen is full of confidence when it comes to his future with the Canadiens.
Canadiens Christmas Concert – Diane Bibaud played some lovely renditions of Christmas songs and some Canadiens players sent out holiday greetings.
A picture of Brendan Gallagher in the new reverse retro Canadiens jersey was posted to social media.
They Said What? – Habs sports science and performance director Pierre Allard spoke with media this week, touching on Alexander Romanov, Jesperi Kotkaniemi and more.
Carey Price ranked number two in The Great Goalie Ranking from Sports Illustrated and the Hockey News.
Forbes ranked the Canadiens as the third most valuable NHL franchise.
Brian Burke thinks the Canadiens are more playoff ready than the other Canadian teams.
Around the Hockey World – NHL targets a January 13th start with training camps set to open January 3rd, but it would be December 31st for teams who did not participate in the bubble. NHL/NHLPA leaning towards a 56-game schedule. Montreal will play in the all-Canadian division. NHL has proposed an expanded roster framework to the players. Cross-border trades will be allowed but quarantine periods will be respected. NHL intends to purchase COVID-19 vaccines for players

Segment 2: Best Habs team in a quarter century

This week, Habs beat writer Mathias Brunet argued that the 2020-21 edition of the Montreal Canadiens could be the best Habs roster in 25 years. Do you agree? Rick and Joe discuss the possibility of this team being the best Habs team constructed in the last 25 years.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Social media reactions.
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Listen in the player below on Saturday, December 12th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, December 19th at 3:00 pm. ET. (4:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.