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Habs Advance to the NHL Playoffs | Canadiens Connection ep 96

Canadiens Connection, Podcast, Rocket Sports Radio, ep 96 | Habs News, NHL, Montreal, Pittsburgh Penguins, Qualifying Series, Playoffs, Carey Price, Shea Weber

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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 just that – 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: Game action!

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

  • Following the Canadiens 3-1 series win over the Penguins, the guys review two of the biggest questions that were posed in last week’s episode. Can Carey Price steal the series? Who will be the difference maker for the Canadiens?
  • They said what? Quotes from players and coaches including Carey Price, Shea Weber, and Sidney Crosby on the series.
  • Impact of the Coronavirus. The guys share their thoughts on the other qualifying series and round robin, the NHL’s effort to localize the arenas, and the upcoming draft lottery.

Segment 2: Reviewing Pens / Habs series

  • Chris and Rick review the Habs qualification round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins and look at the big questions that faced the Canadiens . Can the Canadiens defend two elite centres? Will the Canadiens’ special teams be a difference in the series? The guys also tackle new questions coming out of the series.
Segment 3: Have Your Say
  • Social media reactions to the Canadiens win.
  • Listener’s calls and texts
  • Bad tweet of the week

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Listen in the player below on Saturday, August 8th starting at 2:30 pm. ET or ANYTIME on demand. Next week’s episode will be available on Saturday, August 15th at 2:30 pm. ET. (4:00 pm. NT.)  Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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From the Press Box Podcast | Rocket Roster Review, Phantoms Update, AHL Playoffs [S1/E30]

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Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson dive deep into the Laval Rocket’s current roster and review which players are due for new contracts this summer, whether they will be RFA or UFA. Who will likely stay? Who might not be back?

Then they’ll provide an update on the AHL Calder Cup Playoffs, with an in-depth look at the Phantoms – Bruins series. The playoff chat will continue with another “can’t miss” Top 5 segment where the pair break down the best playoff team slogans around the league.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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 the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From the Press Box Podcast | Rocket Report, League Top Honors, AHL Playoff Predictions [S1/E29]

Sylvain Lefebvre (Photo by Stephane Dube | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson review the Laval Rocket final game of the season on the road in Toronto and discuss at length the breaking announcement of the firing of head coach Sylvain Lefebvre. They’ll have exclusive audio from the coach and a few players as they reflect on the inaugural season of the franchise and what lies ahead.

Then they’ll preview the series of the first round of the American League’s playoffs, which starts this weekend, with another “can’t miss” Top 5 segment, and in this episode the pair make their first-round Calder Cup Playoff predictions as the AHL prepares for to shine in the postseason.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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 the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

From the Press Box | Rocket Report, Humboldt Broncos, NHL Playoff Predictions [Podcast S1/E28]

Chris Terry (Photo by Stephane Dube | © Rocket Sports Media) Mandatory Credit Required

Welcome to From the Press Box, the latest podcast offering from Rocket Sports Radio!

In this week’s episode, hosts Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson review the Laval Rocket’s latest series of games and talk about some bright spots hidden amongst the losses. They’ll also catch you up on the latest signings and roster moves, as well as preview the week ahead.

Rick and Amy will take a moment to discuss their thoughts on the Humboldt Broncos tragedy.

Then it’s on to some AHL news where they’ll talk about the league’s Player of the Week and Coach of the Year before dipping into some playoff talk with the postseason less than a week away.

Finally, Top 5 is always a “can’t miss” segment, and in this episode the pair make their Stanley Cup Playoff predictions as the NHL prepares for its run for the Cup.

Check out a new episode of From the Press Box 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 the action on Twitter @TheAHLReport!

And be sure to subscribe to Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast platform such as iTunes, Stitcher, Overcast and Tunein.

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