Habs Next Steps, Injuries, Julien, Winless Streak | Canadiens Connection ep. 66

By Joseph Whalen — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio ep. 66 | Habs News, Next Steps, Injuries, Brendan Gallagher, Ben Chiarot, Joel Armia, Jonathan Drouin, Claude Julien, Winless Streak

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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 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.

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Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, January 11th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, January 18th 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 Montreal Canadiens have gone winless in their last eight games, for the second time this season. Last Saturday they suffered an OT loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins which accounts for the only point gained over the last eight games. They followed up that loss with losses to the Winnipeg Jets, Detroit Red Wings (for the third time this season) and the Edmonton Oilers.
Brendan Gallagher returned to the lineup in the Habs second encounter with Connor McDavid and the Oilers, just nine days after suffering a concussion. The following day, Claude Julien told the media that Gallagher was dealing with headaches. It is yet to be determined whether they are linked to his concussion. Rick and Joe discuss the handling of Gallagher’s situation.
Comments from comedy icon, Larry David, regarding New York Rangers rookie Kaapo Kakko, which criticized Rangers coach David Quinn, also applies to Claude Julien’s handling of young players.
Taking a look at the standings and looking at how likely the playoffs are for the Montreal Canadiens.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

Given the Montreal Canadiens currently find themselves winless in their last eight games (again), what are the biggest problems facing the Montreal Canadiens? Rick and Joe take a look at the organization and look at potential solutions for the problems we have seen this season and particularly over this eight-game stretch.
With the trade deadline just over a month away, who might be a good candidate for the Canadiens to sell, should they go that route?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: As a seller, which players can Marc Bergevin realistically move by the trade deadline?
Listener’s calls and texts
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AHL Updates, All-Stars, Goaltending | From The Press Box ep. 106

By Amy Johnson — 5 years ago

From The Press Box Podcast | Laval Rocket & Lehigh Valley Phantoms Game Reviews, AHL, AHL News, All-Star Classic, World Junior Championship, Rocket Sports Media

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ROCKET SPORTS MEDIA — Welcome to 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: Laval Rocket & Lehigh Valley Phantoms

Laval Rocket: New year, new faces – Andrew Sturtz, Christian Folin
Lehigh Valley Phantoms: Struggling to get out of the basement

Segment 2: Around the AHL

AHL Player of the Week/Month
AHL All-Star rosters
League standings

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

World Juniors lookback
Weekly coverage preview

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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.

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Habs News, Kovalchuk, Scandella, Gallagher | Canadiens Connection ep. 65

By Joseph Whalen — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio ep. 65 | Habs News, Habs Acquisitions by Marc Bergevin, Ilya Kovalchuk, Marco Scandella, Injuries, Brendan Gallagher

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Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, January 4th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, January 11th 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

After a successful trip out west, the Canadiens continued their road trip with two games in Florida against the Lightning and Panthers, before concluding their trip in Raleigh for a opening night rematch with the Hurricanes. They then returned home for a rematch with Tampa Bay. Montreal came out of those four games winless. Rick and Joe discuss the four-game losing streak.
When it rains it pours. The Montreal Canadiens lost Brendan Gallagher to a concussion this week in the game against Carolina. He joins Joel Armia, Paul Byron, Jonathan Drouin and Matthew Peca on IR.
Team USA was eliminated in the quarter-finals of the World Juniors by Finland, which means Habs prospects Cole Caufield and Jordan Harris are out.
Taking a look at the standings and looking at how likely the playoffs are for the Montreal Canadiens.
Michael McNiven’s journey of a season continues being recalled by the Laval Rocket but did not physically join the club as they are looking to assign him to another ECHL club. Charlie Lindgren looked very good in his first backup role of the season for the Canadiens.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

Marc Bergevin was active this week with a pair of trades involving and a signing. Thursday night, he traded Mike Reilly to Ottawa for a 5th round pick and forward Andrew Sturtz, before trading a 4th round pick to Buffalo for Marco Scandella. He followed that up on Friday by signing 36-year-old forward Ilya Kovalchuk to a one-year, two-way deal.
With the moves made this week, where does Montreal stand with just over a month until the NHL Trade Deadline?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: What do you think about Bergevin’s acquisition of Ilya Kovalchuk and Marco Scandella?
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Habs News, Caufield, Koivu, Kotkaniemi | Canadiens Connection ep. 64

By Joseph Whalen — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio ep. 64 | Habs News, Western Road Trip, Laval Rocket, Keith Kinkaid, Injuries, Cole Caufield, Saku Koivu, Jesperi Kotkaniemi

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, December 28th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, January 4th 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 clued up their trip to Western Canada just before Christmas. Last week they lost 4-3 to Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the Edmonton Oilers, but they bounced back with a resounding 6-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets. Rick and Joe discuss the successful trip, players who impressed and things for the Canadiens to work on.
The injuries continue to mount with Joel Armia joining the injured list. Luckily, Victor Mete has returned to the lineup and Jesperi Kotkaniemi has been cleared for contact.
In a loss to the Toronto Marlies last night, Keith Kinkaid surrendered three goals in less than a minute of play and received some mock cheers from the Place Bell faithful for his efforts.
As we approach the end of the decade, Rick and Joe hit the rewind button and reminisce about their favourite moments from the 2010’s!

Segment 2: The Big Topic

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That means it’s time for the World Junior Hockey Championships! The Montreal Canadiens are well-represented at the tournament with big names like Cole Caufield and Alexander Romanov who have garnered a lot of attention from Habs fans, and lesser known players like Jordan Harris and Mattias Norlinder.
The guys point out prospects from other teams that have caught their attention in the early going of the tournament, particularly those who belong to division rivals of the Canadiens.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: What was the most memorable Habs moment of the decade?
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Habs News, Road Warriors, Bergevin, Injuries | Canadiens Connection ep. 63

By Joseph Whalen — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio ep. 63 | Habs News, Marc Bergevin’s Press Conference, Road Warriors, Laval Rocket, Cayden Primeau, Michael McCarron, Injuries, Geoff Molson

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, December 21th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, December 28th 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

After a tough loss to Detroit in the Habs final home game of 2019, the Montreal Canadiens headed out on the road for the Western Canadian road trip. They bounced back with a pair of wins over the Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames. Rick and Joe discuss the “Road Warriors” Montreal Canadiens.
In a press conference this week, Marc Bergevin said he would not “mortgage the future” to make an improvement to this team.
Taylor Hall was dealt to Arizona this week for a package of picks and prospects that was headlined by prospect defenceman, Kevin Bahl. This was a trade that sparked a lot of debate on social media, including amongst Habs fans.
We check in with the Laval Rocket as they have dealt with some injuries to Alex Belzile and Charles Hudon.
Michael McCarron will most likely be facing some supplemental discipline for his actions against the Utica Comets.
After being sent down following his first career NHL win, Cayden Primeau’s struggles in the AHL have continued.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

“Culture” is a word thrown around quite a lot in professional sports. For a team to be successful for a prolonged period of time, the culture that surrounds that club needs to be a positive one. Rick and Joe take a look at the culture that has surrounded the Montreal Canadiens since Marc Bergevin has taken over as the General Manager of the organization.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week:
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Bell Centre, Bergevin, Romanov | Hab A Listen ep. 88

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Hab A Listen Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Visit to Montreal, Bell Centre, Marc Bergevin Press Conference, Alexander Romanov Update, Canadiens

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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 (@HabAListen), Gibby (@TheRealGibby05) & Vinny (@CHfan905) three high-energy podcasters who are passionate about their favourite hockey team, the Montreal Canadiens.

On Air

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

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: News

Sports Stories of the Week
Current Habs news

Segment 2: Habs Talk with Lewis, Gibby & Vinny

Visit to Montreal, the Bell Centre – Our impressions and speculation on the direction of the Montreal Canadiens. Can it be turned around?
Marc Bergevin Presser – Discussing the general manager’s press conference.
- There is a good chance that Alexander Romanov may be joining the Habs next season. Can he make an immediate impact?
- What are the thoughts on Ryan Poehling’s meeting with management?
- We discuss Marc Bergevin’s approach to making the Habs a contender.

Segment 3: Last takes

Gibby’s Pole Dancing, Poll of The Week – Taylor Hall Trade
Hab A Listen Fantasy Hockey Update
Weekly Sports Picks

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Weber, Norris, Trade Talk, Bergevin | Habs Unfiltered ep. 50

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Habs Unfiltered Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Montreal Canadiens Ryan Poehling, Shea Weber, Norris Trophy, NHL Trade Talk, Marc Bergevin’s Time Is Up?

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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, Matt Smith and Trege Wilson, sarcastic, goofy, sports-savvy characters. 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.”

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: Canadiens Talk

In this segment, Trege and Blain discuss Ryan Poehling’s call-up and return to Laval, Shea Weber’s resurgence and streaks.

Segment 2: Bergevin’s Job Security

In this segment, Trege and Blain discuss if Marc Bergevin will make a move in season, and his job security, will he be around by the summer without the playoffs?

Segment 3: Last Take

The show is wrapped with some final thoughts.

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Habs News, Weber, Armia, Primeau, Poehling, ECHL | Canadiens Connection ep. 62

By Joseph Whalen — 5 years ago

Canadiens Connection Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio ep. 62 | Habs News, Carey Price, Keith Kinkaid, Charlie Lindgren, Cayden Primeau, Shea Weber, Joel Armia, Tomas Tatar, Nate Thompson, Ryan Poehling, ECHL Affiliate for Montreal

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On Air

Listen LIVE in the player below on Saturday, December 14th at 1 pm. ET or anytime on demand.

Next week’s episode will air LIVE on Saturday, December 21th 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 Montreal Canadiens are seemingly back on the right track. They have put together a three-game win streak, that included wins on back-to-back nights against Pittsburgh and Ottawa. Rick and Joe discuss the progression the Habs have made since their eight game losing streak.
News from Laval surrounding Charlie Lindgren has drawn the goaltending situation into question. Following Cayden Primeau’s first NHL win, the guys discuss what the best course of action might be for the organization.
Carey Price and Shea Weber had some praise for Primeau this week. The former even going out of his way to collect the puck for the young netminders first win from the fiery Brady Tkachuk.
Renaud Lavoie reported that the Canadiens have denied a strange report that suggested some Canadiens players were being spied on through their mobile devices.
Habs prospects, Cole Caufield and Jordan Harris have been named to USA’s preliminary roster for the World Junior Hockey Championship.
The Canadiens injury list is growing which has necessitated the need to recall players from Laval.
With all of the recalls from Laval, the Rocket have needed to bring in players from the ECHL. What is the latest on the Canadiens ECHL affiliate situation? The guys provide an update.

Segment 2: The Big Topic

Winners & Losers is back!
Highlighting this segment, Rick and Joe take a look at Shea Weber, Joel Armia, Tomas Tatar and Nate Thompson and how they have performed in the last week as well as the first quarter of this NHL season.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

Reading your responses to the Canadiens Connection question of the week: At the quarter mark of the season, are the Canadiens a playoff-bound team or not?
Listener’s calls and texts
Bad tweet of the week

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Poehling, Habs Defence, Most Surprising Player | Hab A Listen ep. 87

By Rocket — 5 years ago

Hab A Listen Podcast on Rocket Sports Radio | Ryan Poehling Call Up, Habs Defence, Most Surprising Player on Montreal Canadiens So Far This Season, Joel Armia

Gustav Olofsson (Photo by Martin Chevalier / Le Journal de Montreal)

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Hab A Listen is hosted by Lewis (@HabAListen) & Gibby (@TheRealGibby05) two high-energy, amusing podcasters.

On Air

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

This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: News

Sports Stories of the Week
Current Habs news

Segment 2: Habs Talk with Lewis & Gibby

Ryan Poehling was recalled then returned to Laval – Thoughts on his most recent play? What he has to do to remain with the Habs?
Habs Defence – Thoughts on their most recent style of defence? Is this style of play sustainable?

Segment 3: Last takes

Gibby’s Pole Dancing, Poll of The Week- Most Surprising Habs Player so far this year.
Hab A Listen Fantasy Hockey Update
Weekly Sports Picks

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Kinkaid, Poehling, WJC Camps | From The Press Box ep. 104

By Amy Johnson — 5 years ago

From The Press Box Podcast | Laval Rocket & Lehigh Valley Phantoms Game Reviews, AHL, AHL News, Keith Kinkaid, Cayden Primeau, Riley Barber, American Hockey League, Rocket Sports Media

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This Week’s Topics

Segment 1: Laval Rocket & Lehigh Valley Phantoms

Laval Rocket: Weekly review, Kinkaid debut
Lehigh Valley Phantoms: Hershey showdown

Segment 2: Around the AHL

AHL Player of the Week
Coaching moves
League standings

Segment 3: Beyond the AHL

WJC roster previews for Canada and USA
Weekly coverage preview

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