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Grading the Habs | Canadiens Connection ep 124

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 124 | Habs News, Montreal, NHL, Shea Weber, Carey Price, Jeff Petry, Tyler Toffoli, Josh Anderson, Jake Allen, Nick Suzuki

(Photo by 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 picked up a win last week against the Leafs, in what was their only game of the week. 
  • Carey Price named 1st star of the week by Joe in his weekly column.
  • Roster news – Paul Byron was waived, cleared waivers and was assigned to the taxi squad. Tomas Tatar was a healthy scratch against Toronto, returned to practice with Kotkaniemi and Armia. Michael Frolik sent to Laval on a conditioning stint. Former Canadien Alex Galchenyuk traded twice this week, lands with the Maple Leafs. 
  • Habs Prospect report – Ryan Poehling with his first goal of the season on Friday night. Gianni Fairbrother with an assist in his first pro hockey game. Jan Mysak played his first game as a pro. Jesse Ylonen picked up two assists in Laval’s 5-2 over Belleville. Check out daily reports at AHLReport.com.
  • They Said What? – Our favourite clips from the week from Tomas Tatar, Paul Byron and Claude Julien. Marc Bergevin had a press conference this week, Rick and Joe take a look at what was said by the Canadiens GM.
  • Hockey notes – NHL COVID protocols. Outdoor games at Lake Tahoe. Sidney Crosby says that he wants to stay with the Pittsburgh Penguins his entire career.

Segment 2: Player Grades at Quarter Mark

  • The Montreal Canadiens have played 15 games of 56. At just past the quarter point in the season, Rick and Joe go through the Canadiens roster handing out player grades. Who will receive the highest grade? Who is underperforming? The guys discuss that and more in this quarter season review!

Segment 3: Have Your Say

  • 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, February 20th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, February 27th 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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Marlies, Sens Get Green Light, AHL Update | Press Zone ep. 161

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects ep 161 | Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms, AHL, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, NHL, WHL Rocket Sports Media

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast featured on The AHL Report provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Hosts Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) and Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) will provide information on the American Hockey League, as well as the ECHL, junior hockey leagues, international hockey, prospects, and potential NHL draftees.  It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

  • Montreal Canadiens: Understanding salary cap gymnastics, Byron clears waivers
  • Laval Rocket: Opening weekend recap
  • Flyers news: Players coming and going from COVID-19 list, Lake Tahoe game at risk
  • Lehigh Valley Phantoms: reviewing Valentine’s Day OT winner

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • Ontario Health Minister clears the Marlies and Senators to play
  • Hurricanes and Maple Leafs trade
  • CCM Partnership extension
  • AHL Player of the Week: Michael Bunting
  • Standings after first weekend of play

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

  • WHL to create a Hub City in Regina
  • Feel Good Finale: Coffee, Please!

Get The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick will talk about the Montreal Canadiens prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues, as well as taking a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

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

Habs Fighting Through Adversity | Canadiens Connection ep 123

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

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, February 13th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, February 20th 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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NHL Shutdowns, AHL Rocket/Phantoms Update | Press Zone ep 160

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects ep 160 | Training Camps, Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast featured on The AHL Report provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Hosts Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) and Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) will provide information on the American Hockey League, as well as the ECHL, junior hockey leagues, international hockey, prospects, and potential NHL draftees.  It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

  • Flyers news: Sanheim, postponed games
  • Lehigh Valley Phantoms: Season opening win, Tyson Foerster injury update
  • Montreal Canadiens: Fleury, Poehling sent to AHL
  • Laval Rocket: Training camp update, possible season start

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • AHL Player of the Week: Trevor Zegras
  • Standings after first weekend of play

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

  • ECHL announces plans for Kelly Cup Playoffs
  • Feel Good Finale: National Pizza Day!

Get The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick will talk about the Montreal Canadiens prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues, as well as taking a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

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

Habs Reach for the Top | Canadiens Connection ep 122

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)

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 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

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, February 6th starting at 12:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, February 13th at 3:00 pm. ET. (1:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

Listen and Subscribe Here

AHL Eyes Shaky Start, Moulson Surprise, | Press Zone ep. 159

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects ep 159 | Training Camps, Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast featured on The AHL Report provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Hosts Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) and Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) will provide information on the American Hockey League, as well as the ECHL, junior hockey leagues, international hockey, prospects, and potential NHL draftees.  It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

  • Montreal Canadiens – Victor Mete, Alexander Romanov “rotation”
  • Laval Rocket camp cancellation, scrimmage
  • Philadelphia Flyers – preview of tonight’s game, injury update
  • LV Phantoms preseason game postponed

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • AHL and PWHPA ratify modified CBA
  • AHL questions around COVID protocols
  • Canadian Division officially delayed for scheduling/start date
  • Matt Moulson gets a special surprise

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

  • Another new ECHL franchise coming in 2022-23
  • RSM coverage for the week, and some exciting news!
  • Feel Good Finale: Tribute to Captain Sir Thomas Moore

Get The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick will talk about the Montreal Canadiens prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues, as well as taking a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

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

Habs Seek to Rule the North | Canadiens Connection ep 121

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)

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 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

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, January 30th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, February 6th at 12:00 pm. ET. (1:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

Listen and Subscribe Here

AHL Camps, Schedule Obstacles | Press Zone ep. 158

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects ep 158 | Training Camps, Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Photos by Laval Rocket and Lehigh Valley Phantoms

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast featured on The AHL Report provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Laval Rocket, Lehigh Valley Phantoms and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Hosts Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) and Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) will provide information on the American Hockey League, as well as the ECHL, junior hockey leagues, international hockey, prospects, and potential NHL draftees.  It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

  • Flyers injury update
  • Carter Hart gets emotional
  • Phantoms training camp roster, preseason schedule
  • Jake Evans’ progression
  • Laval Rocket training camp

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • AHL releases schedule
  • Stockton to play in Canada?
  • Texas Stars sign six new contracts
  • Feel Good Finale: Potato Party!

Get The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects!

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

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick will talk about the Montreal Canadiens prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues, as well as taking a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League.

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

Follow all the action on social media: TwitterFacebookInstagram.

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

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

Habs Shining New Additions | Canadiens Connection ep 120

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)

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 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

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, January 23rd starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, January 30th 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 Emerging Stars | Canadiens Connection ep 119

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)

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

  • 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

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, January 16th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, January 23rd 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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