Prognosticating the Canadiens Season, Prospects | Habs Unfiltered ep. 39

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Habs Unfiltered Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Canadiens News, NHL Draft, Free Agency, Offer Sheet, Hall Of Famers

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ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA | Halifax, NS. — Welcome to Habs Unfiltered via Rocket Sports Radio. This podcast featured on All Habs Hockey Magazine discusses topics that are important to Habs fans.

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Habs Unfiltered is hosted by Blain Potvin and Trege Wilson, two sarcastic, goofy, sports-savvy characters. Fellow co-host Matt Smith is currently deployed. All three are active service members of the Canadian Armed Forces and staff writers for All Habs Hockey Magazine.

Our motto is, “If you’re talking about it, so are we.”

While Matt is deployed overseas with the RCAF, he will make occasional appearances on the show to share his hockey thoughts and flights of fancy.

On Air

Check out a new episode of Habs Unfiltered every Friday via All Habs Hockey Magazine for everything Habs, NHL news and sports information.

Missed an episode? You can find every episode of Habs Unfiltered HERE.

This Week’s Show

Segment 1: NHL Draft Notes

In this segment, we welcome Trege back from deployment.
We discuss the NHL Entry Draft and prospects.

Segment 2: Free Agency

Blain and Trege talk free agency, Habs transactions and an offer sheet.

Segment 3: Hall of Fame

We discuss the Hockey Hall of Fame pending inductions, particularly Guy Carbonneau.
A contest winner is chosen and our new contest is announced!

Segment 4: Last Take

We wrap up today’s show with some final thoughts.

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Alzner, Teasdale, Subban, Habs News | Canadiens Connection ep. 46

By Joseph Whalen — 6 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Karl Alzner Not Returning to Laval?, Joel Teasdale Injury, P.K. Subban Gets Engaged, Jeff Petry, Artturi Lehkonen

Karl Alzner (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 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 just that – a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.

On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, August 24th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, August 31st at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

This Week’s Show

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

Habs prospect Joel Teasdale sufferred a serious knee injury while training, tearing ligaments in both his ACL and MCL. He is expected to be out of action for seven months.
Jeff and Julie Petry welcomed their third son, Bowen, to the world on Thursday.
Former Canadien P.K. Subban and American skier Lindsey Vonn are engaged!
The Canadiens rights to Nikolas Koberstein have expired.
Former teammates Artturi Lehkonen and Tomas Plekanec went head-to-head in tennis match with bragging rights on the line!

Segment 2: The Big Topic.

Karl Alzner had some interesting comments regarding his current status within the Montreal Canadiens organization. The veteran defenceman is not interested in returning to the Laval Rocket and has hopes of a return to the NHL, saying he does not have much time left in his career. Rick and Joe give their thoughts on the comments from Marc Bergevin’s big signing of 2017 Free Agency.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: Alzner doesn’t seem interested in playing in Laval. How should MB solve the problem he created? Responses: Twitter | Facebook
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Habs Prospects at WJSS, Shaw, Gusev | Canadiens Connection ep. 45

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Habs Prospects at World Junior Summer Showcase, Cole Caufield, Andrew Shaw on Blackhawks, Nikita Gusev Is A Devil

Cole Caufield (Photo by Canadiens.com)

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, August 3rd at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, August 24th at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

This Week’s Show

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

Nikita Gusev was acquired by the New Jersey Devils for a pair of draft picks and promptly signed to a two-year contract. Rick and Joe give their thoughts on the deal and the potential impact Gusev could make for the Devils.
The Canadiens dealt Andrew Shaw back to Chicago earlier this summer and the forward said returning to the Blackhawks was “something you wish for.”
Canadiens fans and members of the media are intrigued by Flyers defenceman Samuel Morin. The guys wonder if he would be a fit on the blueline and if it would be worth paying the price to acquire him.
Former Canadiens forward Chris Higgins has joined the Vancouver Canucks in a player development role.

Segment 2: The Big Topic.

The World Junior Summer Showcase continues! Rick and Joe take a closer look at Canadiens prospects and name some other players who have caught their eye during the tournament.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which of the Habs young players are you most excited to see in the Canadiens lineup this season?
Responses: Twitter | Facebook
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Chiarot, Armia, Markov, Scherbak, McCarron | Canadiens Connection ep. 44

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Ben Chiarot, Joel Armia, Andrei Markov, Nikita Scherbak, Michael McCarron, Jayden Struble, Tomas Plekanec, ESPN Habs Prediction

Ben Chiarot (Photo by TVA Sports)

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, July 27th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, August 3rd at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

This Week’s Show

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

Joel Armia had some interesting regarding the French media in Montreal that drew the ire of some Habs fans and others.
A video of Andrei Markov skating made the rounds on social media. Following his agents comments regarding a potential return to the Canadiens, the video got Habs fans talking.
Following the arrival of Keith Kinkaid last week, another Canadiens signing, Ben Chiarot, arrived in Montreal for the first time to meet with the media and wear the jersey for the first time.
Tomas Plekanec signed with HC Kometa Brno of the Czech Extraliga.
The Canadiens last remaining RFA, Michael McCarron, signed a one-year, two-way contract.
ESPN has predicted where the Canadiens will finish in the standings this season and the Vegas oddsmakers have weighed in.
TVA speculated on the return that the Jets are expecting from Patrik Laine and the price is steep.
Second round pick Jayden Struble confirmed his commitment to Northeastern this week on Instagram.
The World Junior Summer Showcase is underway in Plymouth, MI. and four Canadiens prospects are participating.

Segment 2: The Big Topic.

Comments from former Canadiens forward Nikita Scherbak about the way Russians are treated by the Canadiens organization sparked outrage on social media. Rick and Joe dissect Scherbak’s comments and wonder if the negative response is justified.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: If the season started today, what are your forward lines for the Habs? Responses: Twitter | Facebook
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Impact of Habs Prospects, Kinkaid, Hudon | Canadiens Connection ep. 43

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Impact of Habs Prospects, Keith Kinkaid, Charles Hudon, Andrei Markov

Keith Kinkaid (Photo by TVA Sports)

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, July 20th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, July 27th at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

This Week’s Show

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

The Canadiens reached an agreement with Charles Hudon for a one-year contract extension. Rick and Joe discuss what this means for the Montreal Canadiens and if Hudon will be able to become a consistent NHL player.
Andrei Markov’s name has come up once again. The former Canadiens defenceman has his eyes set on an NHL return, and of course, that has led Habs fans to talk about a potential return to the bleu, blanc et rouge. The guys weigh in on Markov and whether or not he fits in with Montreal.
One of Montreal’s summer signings, Keith Kinkaid, arrived in Montreal to put on his Habs jersey for the first time and discuss partnering up with Carey Price, among other topics.

Segment 2: The Big Topic.

The Canadiens roster has not changed in a significant way to this point. As such, the hopes for players like Ryan Poehling and Nick Suzuki are very high heading into their first professional seasons. Rick and Joe take a look at whether or not such prospects could make a difference for the Canadiens next season.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: If the season started today, what are your forward lines for the Habs? Responses: Twitter | Facebook
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Habs Improved? Lehkonen, Armia, Aho Fallout | Canadiens Connection ep. 42

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Are the Habs Improved After Marc Bergevin’s Free Agency, Armia and Lehkonen Signings, Aho Fallout

Joel Armia (Photo by Martin Chevalier / Journal de Montreal)

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, July 13th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, July 20th at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

This Week’s Show

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

The Canadiens avoided arbitration with their two highest profile RFA’s, Arturri Lehkonen and Joel Armia. Rick and Joe discuss their contracts and how Marc Bergevin did.
It was reported by Steve Simmons that Don Cherry would not be returning to Hockey Night in Canada for the upcoming season. This was later denied by Cherry. The guys take a look at both the Simmons’ article and Cherry’s response.
J.J. Daigneault was introduced as head coach and had some interesting comments regarding Karl Alzner.
The Laval Rocket’s 2019-2020 schedule has been released!

Segment 2: The Big Topic.

The fallout from the Sebastian Aho offer sheet continues! This week we got statements from all parties involved: Aho, the Carolina Hurricanes and the Montreal Canadiens. Rick and Joe react to each of these statements, and those made by Elliotte Friedman on the 31 Thoughts Podcast.
The guys look at what is being speculated on social media about this offer sheet, in comparison to how it is actually being perceived throughout the league.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: With Marc Bergevin adding Chiarot, Cousins, Kinkaid and trading Shaw, are the Montreal Canadiens a better team than last season? Responses: Twitter | Facebook
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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NHL Draft, Free Agency, Offer Sheet, Hall Of Famers | Habs Unfiltered ep. 38

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Habs Unfiltered Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Canadiens News, NHL Draft, Free Agency, Offer Sheet, Hall Of Famers

Ben Chiarot (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

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Our motto is, “If you’re talking about it, so are we.”

While Matt is deployed overseas with the RCAF, he will make occasional appearances on the show to share his hockey thoughts and flights of fancy.

On Air

Check out a new episode of Habs Unfiltered every Friday via All Habs Hockey Magazine for everything Habs, NHL news and sports information.

Missed an episode? You can find every episode of Habs Unfiltered HERE.

This Week’s Show

Segment 1: NHL Draft Notes

In this segment, we welcome Trege back from deployment.
We discuss the NHL Entry Draft and prospects.

Segment 2: Free Agency

Blain and Trege talk free agency, Habs transactions and an offer sheet.

Segment 3: Hall of Fame

We discuss the Hockey Hall of Fame pending inductions, particularly Guy Carbonneau.
A contest winner is chosen and our new contest is announced!

Segment 4: Last Take

We wrap up today’s show with some final thoughts.

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NHL Free Agency Winners/Losers, Aho Drama | Hab A Listen ep. 75

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Hab A Listen Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | NHL Trades, Free Agency Winners and Losers, Montreal Canadiens Transactions, Sebastian Aho Drama

Nick Cousins (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA | TORONTO, ON. — Welcome to Hab A Listen via Rocket Sports Radio. This weekly podcast featured on All Habs Hockey Magazine provides listeners with raw, authentic sports information.

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Hab A Listen is hosted by Lewis & Gibby, two high-energy, amusing podcasters.

On Air

Check out a new episode of Hab A Listen every Tuesday via All Habs Hockey Magazine for everything Habs, NHL news and sports information.

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: NHL News

What has happened since we’ve been gone?
Around the league transactions
Habs news

Segment 2: Lewis & Gibby Table Talk

Sebastian Aho offer sheet: Does this affect Bergevin’s reputation in the league? Was the offer too low?
Are Habs a better team today than last year?
What opportunity do the young prospects have going into next season?
Which Habs players and prospects should be available for trade?

Segment 3: Last takes / Interview

Costa Rontzocos, blog contributor specializing in prospects, joins us to talk about the NHL Draft, Habs development camp and the Sebastian Aho offer sheet
Hab A Prediction Review
Quick Thoughts

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Habs Free Agency, Aho Fiasco | Canadiens Connection ep. 41

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Habs Free Agency Signings, Carolina Hurricanes Forward Sebastian Aho Offer Sheet Fiasco, Marc Bergevin

Marc Bergevin (Photo by TVA Sports)

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, July 6th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, July 13th at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

This Week’s Show

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

It’s Free Agent season! The Montreal Canadiens made some notable signings in Keith Kinkaid, Nick Cousins, Riley Barber and Ben Chiarot among others. Rick and Joe give their thoughts on what the Canadiens did, and what they tried to do.
Canadiens restricted free agents Artturi Lehkonen, Joel Armia and Charles Hudon have filed for arbitration.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

The guys tackle the Sebastian Aho offer sheet debacle and how it will affect the Canadiens going forward, as well as giving their thoughts on what the Habs could have done to make the Hurricanes less willing to match their offer sheet.
Rick and Joe ponder what else Bergevin can do to make the Canadiens better.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which unrestricted free agent would you like to see signed by the Montreal Canadiens? Responses: Twitter | Facebook
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Draft Review, Habs Dev Camp, Free Agency | Canadiens Connection ep. 40

By Rocket — 6 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | NHL Entry Draft Review, Habs Development Camp, Free Agency, Matt Duchene

Ryan Poehling (Photo by Steve Madden / Agence QMI)

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, June 29th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, July 6th at 1 pm. ET. (2:30 pm. NT.) Missed an episode? You can find every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

This Week’s Show

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

Guy Carbonneau will be among this year’s inductees to the Hockey Hall of Fame. Headlining the 2019 class, alongside Sergei Zubov, Vaclav Nedomansky and Hayley Wickenheiser, the Canadiens legend will be inducted on November 18th. Rick and Joe give their thoughts on Carbonneau becoming the 59th member of the Habs in the Hall.
Free agency is nearly upon us, and the Habs have spoke with Matt Duchene, Wayne Simmonds and Keith Kincaid. Rick and Joe highlight some of the options the Habs might explore.
Then it is time to highlight the latest Canadiens news: the Canadiens re-signed Mike Reilly, Cam Hillis was named the captain of the Guelph Storm, Frederik Dichow was drafted in the CHL Import Draft and the Canadiens qualified pending restricted free agents and released others.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

With the 2019 NHL Entry Draft in the books, the guys grade the Canadiens selections and give their thoughts on the event.
Canadiens first round pick, Cole Caufield, took to the ice at Habs development camp along with a complete slate of prospects. Rick and Joe take a look at who has impressed.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which unrestricted free agent would you like to see signed by the Montreal Canadiens? Responses: Twitter | Facebook
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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