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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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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.

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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.

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Playing With Urgency | Canadiens Connection ep 133

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 133 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Cole Caufield, Ben Chiarot, Shea Weber, Josh Anderson, Jonathan Drouin, Cayden Primeau

(Photo by Andy Devlin/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.
  • Tyler Toffoli chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – Carey Price returned this week but was injured by Alex Chiasson on Monday and is suffering from a concussion. Cayden Primeau was recalled to the active roster on an emergency basis. Cole Caufield travelled with the team on the western road trip. John Merrill and Erik Gustafsson made their Habs debuts.
  • Habs prospect report – Laval Rocket back in action this week with three games against Belleville. Who is the leading scorer for the Rocket? Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Ice Tips with Coach C. (Ben Chiarot)
  • NHL News – Patrick Marleau set the NHL record for games played with 1,768.

Segment 2: Accountability and Leadership

  • In the midst of a a stretch in which the Canadiens have only won three out of their last ten games, the words of the players from media availabilities take on much more importance. The guys react to some of the quotes that came out of the last week from Habs players.

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, April 24th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, May 1st 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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Shoring Up Habs Defence | Canadiens Connection ep 132

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 132 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Cole Caufield, Joel Armia, Ben Chiarot, Jon Merrill, Erik Gustafsson, Victor Mete

(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

  • With Joseph off this week, Rick and guest host Amy Johnson briefly recap the week of game action for the Montreal Canadiens. Check out the comprehensive post-game reviews for every game at AllHabs.net.
  • Corey Perry chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – Brendan Gallagher was re-evaluated this week. Carey Price returned to practice. Joel Armia returned to the lineup this week after recovering from COVID. Ben Chiarot returned to the lineup on Friday after recovering from fractured hand. Victor Mete was placed on waivers and was claimed by the Ottawa Senators. Marc Bergevin acquired defenceman Jon Merrill from the Detroit Red Wings and defenceman Erik Gustafsson from the Philadelphia Flyers.
  • Habs prospect report – Laval Rocket light schedule in April and game postponements.  Joel Bouchard discussed a plan for Cole Caufield. Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • NHL News – The NHL announced that the regular season has been extended to May 19th.

Segment 2: Shoring Up the Canadiens Defence

  • Defence has been an issue all season long for the Canadiens. Management is not confident in internal solutions.
  • Marc Bergevin acquired Erik Gustafsson and Jon Merrill at the trade deadline. Who are they and what can be expected from these two defencemen. Amy and Rick will discuss.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update
  • CC Question of the week: Are you happy to see Cole Caufield recalled to the taxi squad?
  • 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, April 17th starting at 1:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, April 24th at 3:00 pm. ET. (1:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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Laval Takes Center Stage, Trade Deadline | Press Zone Montreal ep 174

The Press Zone Montreal ep 174 | 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

  • Jon Merrill trade, Erik Gustafsson trade
  • Other trade deadline notables
  • Victor Mete picked up on waivers by Ottawa
  • Otto Leskinen season debut

Segment 2: Laval Rocket

  • Cole Caufield‘s highlight-reel weekend
  • Injury update

Segment 3: Around the AHL

  • CCM/AHL Player of the Week: Michael Carcone (Tucson Roadrunners)
  • Standings update
  • Feel Good Finale: Ouch!

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!

Rookies and Legends | Canadiens Connection ep 131

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 131 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Cole Caufield, Eric Staal, Corey Perry, Shea Weber, Theo Fleury

Cole Caufield (Photo by Christian Bonin / Toronto Marlies)

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 of game action for the Montreal Canadiens. Check out the comprehensive post-game reviews for every game at AllHabs.net.
  • Brendan Gallagher chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.
  • Roster news – Joel Armia remains on the NHL’s COVID protocol list but is out of quarantine. Ben Chiarot is skating on his own recovering from a fractured hand. Brendan Gallagher suffered a fractured thumb and will be out a minimum of six weeks. Gallagher has been placed on LTIR. Carey Price is out of the lineup with a lower-body injury, should return next week. Paul Byron was placed on waivers Friday.
  • Habs prospect report – Canadiens signed forward Jan Mysak to a three-year, entry-level contract. Blake Biondi’s UMD Bulldogs lost in semifinal to UMass, out of Frozen Four. Cole Caufield was named winner of the Hobey Baker Memorial Award. Cole Caufield made his pro debut for Laval in Toronto on Friday. Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • NHL News – Canucks announce that they expect to resume their season and play full 56-game schedule.
  • With Monday’s NHL trade deadline, what is the current state of the Habs? What are the Canadiens needs/issues?

Segment 2: Theo Fleury: We’re All A Little ‘Crazy’

  • Rick and Amy Johnson have a special interview with Theo Fleury, NHL legend and Eric Kussin, sports executive. Along with Darren Rovell, sports business insider, they are hosts of We’re All A Little “Crazy” presented by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement and The Hockey Podcast Network.
  • Former Calgary Flames forward Theo Fleury describes the incredible experience of winning a Stanley Cup in 1989 on Montreal Forum ice beating the Canadiens 4-2. Who was his family cheering for?

  • We only just scratched the surface of this topic with Theo and Eric. This compelling conversation continues in a special bonus episode of the Canadiens Connection due out on Monday! Watch for it!

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update
  • Special guest host next week: Amy Johnson
  • 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, April 10th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, April 17th at 3:00 pm. ET. (1:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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Caufield Era is Near | Canadiens Connection ep 130

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 130 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Cole Caufield, Eric Staal, Joel Armia, Jesperi Kotkaniemi

Cole Caufield (Image by Rick Stephens | © Rocket Sports Media) Unauthorized use prohibited.

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 of game action for the Montreal Canadiens. Check out the comprehensive post-game reviews for every game at AllHabs.net.
  • Carey Price is the mid-season leader in weekly three stars by Joseph Whalen
  • Roster news – Tyler Toffoli remains out with a lower body injury. Joel Armia remains on the NHL’s COVID protocol list. Eric Staal is under one-week quarantine.
  • Habs prospect report – UMD’s Blake Biondi advanced to the Frozen Four. Canadiens signed defenceman Corey Schueneman to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2021-22 season. Canadiens signed forward Cole Caufield to a three-year entry-level contract. Caufield will play his first pro game in Laval. Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • NHL News – NHL announced updates to the Canadiens regular season schedule this week.
  • Eric Staal had his first media availability as a Montreal Canadien and talked about a variety of topics.

Segment 2: Cole Caufield: The Inside Story

  • The guys take a look back on being on the scene for every step of Cole Caufield’s association with the Montreal Canadiens. Rocket Sports staff and contest winners travelled to Vancouver to witness Caufield being drafted 15th overall in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft. Rocket Sports travelled to watch two of Caufield’s road games and to record an exclusive interview with him.
  • Rick and Joe are joined by Todd Milewski of the Wisconsin State Journal, who covered every moment of Caufield’s college career.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • Happy Easter!
  • All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update
  • CC Question of the week: What are your thoughts on Connor McDavid’s hit on Jesperi Kotkaniemi on Tuesday night?

  • Special guest next week: Theo Fleury
  • 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:

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

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, April 3rd starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, April 10th at 3:00 pm. ET. (1:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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Staal, Caufield, & Special Guest: Brian Rogers | Press Zone Montreal ep. 170

The Press Zone Montreal ep 170 | 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

  • Habs suffer COVID-19 shutdown
  • Eric Staal trade
  • Cole Caufield signs his ELC, will report to Laval
  • Rocket Report, including injury update

Segment 2: A Special Tribute

  • Special Guest: Brian Rogers, St John’s IceCaps broadcaster, joins the show for a trip down memory lane as he, Rick, and Amy pay tribute to Shannon Coady, former equipment manager for the St. John’s IceCaps.

Segment 3: Around the AHL

  • CCM/AHL Player of the Week: Philippe Maillet (Hershey Bears)
  • Zach Fucale‘s new NHL contract
  • Feel Good Finale: Happy Easter/Passover!

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!

A New Chapter | Canadiens Connection ep 129

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 129 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Carey Price, Cole Caufield, Jordan Harris, Marc Bergevin, Eric Staal, Joel Armia, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Sean Burke

Cole Caufield

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 of game action for the Montreal Canadiens. Check out the comprehensive post-game reviews for every game at AllHabs.net.
  • Josh Anderson named 1st star of the week by Joe in his weekly column.
  • Roster news – Tyler Toffoli out with a lower body injury, was not scheduled to play all three games against Edmonton. Joel Armia and Jesperi Kotkaniemi on the NHL’s COVID protocol list. The Canadiens have acquired Eric Staal from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for a third and a fifth round pick in the 2021 NHL Draft.
  • Habs prospect report – Jordan Harris has chosen to return to Northeastern for his senior year. NCAA Regional tournaments began on Friday with Habs prospects participating: Cole Caufield, Jack Gorniak, Blake Biondi, Arvid Henrikson, Luke Tuch. Bemidji State upset Wisconsin 6-3 on Friday to end the tournament for Caufield and Gorniak and coach Tony Granato. Check out The Press Zone – Montreal.
  • Marc Bergevin media availability this week regarding the COVID situation and game postponements.
  • NHL News – Referee Tim Peel will no longer work games now or in the future. NHL players moving from the United States to Canada will now be required to only quarantine for seven days, down from 14.
  • Sean Burke, Director of Goaltending, has his first media availability.

Segment 2: Eric Staal is a Canadien

  • Rick and Joe discuss the Eric Staal trade and whether they expected the Canadiens to make the move for the veteran forward. Joe Yerdon joins the show to give the Buffalo side of this trade and give his thoughts on the move.
Segment 3: Have Your Say
  • Tribute to Shannon Coady
  • All Habs Fantasy Hockey Update
  • Social media reactions

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

On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, March 27th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, April 3rd at 3:00 pm. ET. (1:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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