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‘Twas the Night Before Hockey | Press Zone ep. 156

By Rocket — 4 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 156 | NHL Training Camp Wrap-Up, Taxi Squad Assignments, AHL, ECHL, 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: NHL News

  • Training Camps come to an end
  • Looking at the Habs and Flyers taxi squads
  • NHL already contending with COVID shutdowns
  • NBC announces new lineup of broadcasters
  • Flyers to play at Lake Tahoe

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • Chicago Wolves announce dual affiliation
  • Utica Comets add St. Louis representation behind the bench
  • Comets captain Carter Bancks announces retirement
  • Feel Good Finale: Hockey is Back!

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: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

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!

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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)

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.

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.

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

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 9th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, January 16th 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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NHL Camps, Special Guest Patrick Williams | Press Zone ep 155

By Rocket — 4 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 155 | NHL Training Camps Open, Guest Interview with Patrick Williams, AHL Season Update, World Junior Championship Review, ECHL, 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: NHL News

  • Montreal Canadiens: First look at new lines, new players
  • Philadelphia Flyers: Injury update, Sam Morin moved to LW, Nolan Patrick returns
  • Alexandre Alain contract termination
  • Divisional naming sponsorships

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • Exclusive Interview: Patrick Williams (NHL.com / EP Rinkside) discusses which AHL teams have opted out, teams playing in different rinks, and the league’s upcoming schedule

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

  • ECHL announces another team opting out of season
  • WJC Prospect Review
  • Feel Good Finale: Hindsight!

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: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

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!

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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)

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.

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.

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

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 2nd starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, January 9th 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 Roster News, WJC Heats Up | Press Zone ep. 154

By Rocket — 4 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 154 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Habs, World Juniors, NHL, AHL, ECHL, 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: NHL News

  • Canadiens sign Michael Frolik, Corey Perry
  • Canadiens announce training camp roster
  • Development vs winning product
  • Vorobyev injured
  • Health scares for Henrik Lundqvist, Jonathan Toews
  • Penguins under fire for PPP loan

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • AHL Board of Governors confirms season start date
  • Could players be loaned between teams this year?
  • ‘Tis the season for holiday hockey movies

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

  • OHL delays start of season
  • WJC Update: Caufield, Brink, York, Mysak
  • Feel Good Finale: Happy New Year!

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: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

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!

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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)

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.

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.

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

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, December 26th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, January 2nd 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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WJC Preview, NHL Taxi Squads | Press Zone ep 153

By Rocket — 4 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 153 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, World Juniors, NHL, AHL, ECHL, QMJHL, 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: NHL News

  • NHL announces dates for 2020-21 season
  • Explaining this season’s Taxi Squads

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • How does the NHL plan affect the AHL?

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

  • WJC Preview: Preliminary update, RSM team coverage
  • QMJHL announces return-to-play bubbles
  • ECHL Update: Standings, suspensions, and stats
  • Feel Good Finale: Merry Christmas!

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: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

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!

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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)

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.

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.

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

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, December 19th starting at 3:00 pm. ET. or ANYTIME on demand.

Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, December 26th 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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Lacroix, WJC Rosters, ECHL Season Begins | Press Zone ep. 152

By Rocket — 4 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 152 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, World Juniors, ECHL, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Canada vs USA (Photo by Amy Johnson | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

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: NHL News

  • Flyers sign Philippe Myers to a contract extension
  • Lehigh Valley Phantoms Virtual Teddy Bear Toss
  • Remembering Pierre Lacroix

Segment 2: Around the AHL

  • Proposals for new AHL season
  • City of Belleville extends agreement with Senators

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

  • ECHL season opening weekend
  • ECHL announces next phase of schedule
  • WJC Rosters announced: Who made the cut?
  • Feel Good Finale: The Extra Mile

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: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

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!

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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)

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.

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.

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

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, 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.

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