Ken Reid, Prospect Rankings, Julien | Press Zone ep. 147

By Rocket — 4 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 147 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Ken Reid, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

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.

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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 and AHL News

Montreal Canadiens: Lessons learned from RTP, Romanov gets praise
Philadelphia Flyers: Wells Fargo Center getting creative for revenue
Return to play still unclear for minor leagues

Segment 2: Press Zone Exclusive

Interview with Ken Reid, Sportsnet broadcaster and author of the new book, “One To Remember: Stories From 39 Members of the NHL’s One Goal Club“

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

Prospect rankings shift after NHL Draft
Rocket Sports Media Movember campaign
Feel Good Finale: Rock of Ages!

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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.

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Julien Boasts Improved Habs Lineup | Canadiens Connection ep 107

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 107 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Marc Bergevin, Claude Julien, Josh Anderson, Tyler Toffoli, Alexander Romanov, Jake Allen

Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Tomas Tatar (Photo by TVA Sports)

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.

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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.

This Week’s Show

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

The Canadiens have signed their 2020 first round pick, Kaiden Guhle, to a three-year entry-level contract.
They Said What? – We heard from Claude Julien this week as he gave his thoughts on the changes we have seen Marc Bergevin make this off-season. He also touched on the Max Domi situation, what to expect from Alexander Romanov and what the line combinations might look like this season.
Corey Pronman posted an updated ranking of NHL prospect systems in The Athletic following the 2020 NHL Draft. The latest ranking has them falling two spots to #11, with the Flames and Kings leapfrogging them into the top 10.
With the NHL still targeting a January 1 start date for the 2020-21 season, news came down that the league has cancelled the 2021 Winter Classic and 2021 All-Star Game.

Segment 2: Canadiens 2020-21 Lineup

After the roster changes we have seen so far in the off-season for the Canadiens, Rick and Joe take a look at what the forward lines and defence pairings might look like heading into the 2020-21 season. Where will new acquisitions Josh Anderson and Tyler Toffoli slot into the lineup? Have Nick Suzuki and Jesperi Kotkaniemi passed Phillip Danault on the depth chart? The guys discuss that and more!

Segment 3: Have Your Say

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

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Lindgren, Emrick, WJC Schedule | Press Zone ep. 146

By Rocket — 4 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 146 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Charlie Lindgren, WJC, Doc Emrick, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Charlie Lindgren (Photo by Amy Johnson | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

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This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

Flyers sign Tyson Foerster to ELC
Nolan Patrick accepts QO
Canadiens sign Kaiden Guhle to ELC
Kotkaniemi loaned to Assat
Contract extensions: Gallagher, Allen

Segment 2: Press Zone Exclusive

Interview with Montreal Canadiens goaltender Charlie Lindgren

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

Doc Emrick announces retirement
IIHF announces World Junior Championship schedule
Feel Good Finale: Murray Melodies!

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Habs Sign Gallagher, Toffoli, Allen, Bergevin’s Checklist | Canadiens Connection ep 106

By Rocket — 4 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 106 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Marc Bergevin, Brendan Gallagher, Josh Anderson, Tyler Toffoli, Jake Allen, Serge Savard

Brendan Gallagher (Photo by Francois Lacasse/NHLI via Getty Images)

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

Charles Hudon has signed a contract to play with Lausanne in the National League of Switzerland.
The Canadiens have loaned Jesperi Kotkaniemi to Assat Pori of the Finnish Elite League.
The Canadiens signed Tyler Toffoli to a four-year contract worth $17 million.
Jake Allen and the Habs came to an agreement on a two-year contract extension with an AAV of $2.875 million.
The Canadiens signed Brendan Gallagher to a six-year contract extension worth $39 million.
They Said What? – Hearing from Tyler Toffoli and Brendan Gallagher on their new contracts, as well as Marc Bergevin.
Around the NHL: Eugene Melnyk believes the Ottawa Senators will win a Stanley Cup within four years.

Segment 2: Winning in Quebec

Former Canadiens defenceman and General Manager, Serge Savard, spoke this week about the debacle surrounding the Canadiens selections in the 2020 NHL Draft and the lack of players selected from Quebec. He criticized Marc Bergevin and Trevor Timmons for not valuing Quebec talent as much as talent from Moose Jaw. Bergevin responded to that criticism from Savard.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

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

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On Air

Listen in the player below on Saturday, October 17th starting at 3:00 pm. ET or ANYTIME on demand.

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Free Agency, Bobby Farnham, ECHL Update | Press Zone ep. 145

By Rocket — 5 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 145 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Bobby Farnham, ECHL, Free Agency, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Bobby Farnham (Photo by Amy Johnson | Rocket Sports Media)

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This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

Montreal contract extensions: Mete, Ouellet
Canadiens sign Tyler Toffoli, Brandon Baddock
Hudon heading to Europe
Flyers sign Erik Gustaffson, Derrick Pouliot
Philadelphia signs Zayde Wisdom to ELC
Phantoms sign Logan Day

Segment 2: Around the AHL

Interview with former Canadiens and IceCaps forward Bobby Farnham

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

ECHL announces plan for next season, start date

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Habs Draft, Sign, Trade, Buyout | Canadiens Connection ep 105

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 105 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Entry Draft, Marc Bergevin, Josh Anderson, Max Domi, Kaiden Guhle, Victor Mete, Karl Alzner

Josh Anderson (Photo by Jason Mowry-USA TODAY Sports)

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 week started with the Canadiens qualifying RFAs: Max Domi,
Charles Hudon, Victor Mete, Xavier Ouellet and Noah Juulsen.
The Canadiens placed Karl Alzner on unconditional waivers for the purposes of buying out the remaining two years of his contract.
The Canadiens sign Noah Juulsen to a one-year, two-way contract.
The team also came to an agreement on a one-year contract with Victor Mete.
Xavier Ouellet is back in the fold, after he also signed a new two-year, two-way contract with the Habs.
Canadiens have signed Brandon Baddock to a one-year, two-way contract.
The Canadiens traded Max Domi and a 3rd round pick to Columbus in exchange for Josh Anderson. The Habs then signed Anderson to a seven-year deal worth $38.5 million.
They Said What – Domi and Anderson edition. Hearing from both parties involved in the trade between Montreal and Columbus.

Segment 2: The NHL Entry Draft

Rick and Joe take a look at the Canadiens performance at the 2020 NHL Draft. Last week the guys each provided three players the Canadiens could target with the 16th pick, the Habs did not end up picking on of those players, instead selecting Kaiden Guhle. The later rounds saw the Canadiens select Luke Tuch, Jan Mysak, Jack Smith, Blake Biondi, Sean Farrell, Jakub Dobes and Alexander Gordin.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

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

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Habs and Flyers Draft Review, Analysis | Press Zone ep. 144

By Rocket — 5 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 144 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Draft, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Kaiden Guhle (L), Tyson Foerster (R) | Photos by WHL and Raymond Bowe/BarrieToday

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This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

Montreal buys out Karl Alzner
Max Domi traded to Columbus
Noah Juulsen contract
Flyers qualify RFAs

Segment 2: NHL Entry Draft Review

Rick and Amy review and analyze the picks made by Montreal and Philadelphia

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NHL Draft Preview, Roster and Injury Updates | Press Box ep. 143

By Rocket — 5 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 143 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Justin Braun, Michael McNiven, NHL Draft, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

Graphic by NHL

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This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

Flyers loan two goaltenders
Matt Niskanen retires
Flyers sign Justin Braun, Brian Elliott
Montreal signs Michael McNiven, qualifies five RFAs
Joni Ikonen injury report
Montreal and Philadelphia represented at USA Hockey World Junior Camp

Segment 2: NHL Entry Draft Preview

Rick and Amy preview Round 1, with a focus on the Canadiens and Flyers
Top prospect names to watch for
NHL Draft Reaction show on Thursday!

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Habs Draft Special, Bergevin Media Tour | Canadiens Connection ep 104

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 104 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Entry Draft, Marc Bergevin, Cole Caufield, Alexander Romanov, Michael McNiven, Jayden Struble

Marc Bergevin (Photo by Jerome Miron / USA Today Sports)

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

Alexander Romanov has gotten married. Congratulations to he and his wife, Sofia.
Habs prospects Cole Caufield and Jayden Struble have been invited to Team USA Junior camp.
The Canadiens sign Jake Lucchini to a one-year, two-way contract.
The team also came to an agreement with Michael McNiven on a one-year, two-way contract.
They Said What? – Marc Bergevin was on TSN Montreal and touched on a variety of subjects including his thoughts on the 2019-20 season, Max Domi and Jonathan Drouin.
The Bergevin media tour was in full force. He also touched on Cole Caufield, the NHL Draft and Free Agency amongst other subjects.

Segment 2: The NHL Entry Draft

Rick and Joe turn their attention to the upcoming 2020 NHL Entry Draft. The Canadiens have the 16th overall pick, which is not where anyone expected them to be before their improbable playoff run. Who should the Canadiens select with that pick? Who might be available? The guys discuss some of the possibilities and who they would like to see the Canadiens select.

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, October 3rd starting at 3:00 pm. ET or ANYTIME on demand.

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Contracts, Stewart’s New Role, NHL Protocol | Press Zone ep. 142

By Rocket — 5 years ago

The Press Zone for Hockey Prospects (formerly From The Press Box) ep 142 | Philadelphia Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Jake Evans, Alex Lyon, NHL, AHL, Rocket Sports Media

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This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens & Philadelphia Flyers

Canadiens sign Jake Evans, Joseph Blandisi, Jake Lucchini
Rocket signs Brent Gates
Flyers sign Alex Lyon, Robert Hagg
Christ Stewart retires, joins Flyers Hockey Ops

Segment 2: Around the AHL

AHL talent hoist Lord Stanley
Stanley Cup prediction results
San Jose Barracuda name new head coach

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

Dalton Thrower signs new contract
NHL establishes off-season training protocol
2020 NHL Draft coverage
Feel Good Finale: Perseverance Pays Off!

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