Canadiens Connection

This Week’s Show: Ten Burning Questions About the Montreal Canadiens Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Review of training camp and Habs preseason action.

⦁ Jeff Gorton shares his insight on state of the Canadiens.

⦁ Habs prospect spotlight on forward Alexander Gordin.

⦁ Quotes of the week come from Logan Mailloux, Cayden Primeau and John-Parker Jones.

⦁ Chris Nilan has joined a Boston University study on CTE.

Segment 2 | Ten Burning Questions About the Montreal Canadiens for the 2023-24 Season

As training camp is underway, there are a number of key issues that remain unanswered. In this segment, we present our first look at the unresolved issues about the Canadiens new season and the next step of the rebuild.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
• Listener's texts and emails.

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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show: Full Camp, Few Chairs, Big DecisionsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ 72 players are participating at Canadiens training camp. Standouts so far have included Jared Davidson, Logan Mailloux, Josh Anderson, Emil Heineman, and Mike Matheson.

⦁ Jake Allen is looking for an increased workload this season.

⦁ Paul Byron has retired as an NHL player and was named a player development consultant by the Canadiens.

⦁ Jeff Gorton announced major changes to their medical staff including the retirement of Dr. David Mulder.

⦁ Canadiens acquired forward Tanner Pearson and a third round draft pick in 2025 from the Vancouver Canucks for goaltender Casey DeSmith.

⦁ Quote of the week comes from Habs head coach Marty St. Louis.

Segment 2 | Special Guest Jeff Paterson Breaks Down the Tanner Pearson Trade

To provide a scouting report on Tanner Pearson and to give us a comprehensive description of his time in Vancouver, Canucks reporter Jeff Paterson joined the show.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
• Listener's texts and emails.

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A new episode of the Canadiens Connection podcast is available weekly on Saturday afternoon. Missed an episode? You can download every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show:Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens rookies are taking part in the 2023 Prospects Challenge in Buffalo.

⦁ Mike Matheson was announced as an alternate captain.

⦁ A mentoring program for Habs young prospects.

⦁ Quote of the week from Carey Price.

⦁ Will the Colorado Avalanche be in the market for a goaltender?

Segment 2 | Your Guide to Evaluating Montreal Canadiens Preseason Hockey

As the Montreal Canadiens rookie training camp begins, we will focus on the team's goals for this season and how the Canadiens plan to get there. What are the common messages and buzzwords this season? What is the blueprint?

This is your guide to what to look for during the preseason and to help you set your expectations for the coming season.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
• Listener's texts and emails.

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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show: Rating the Summer of HughesSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Ice has been installed at the Bell Centre. On-ice activity has increased at Brossard.

⦁ Canadiens have announced the 2023 Rookie Camp roster.

⦁ Montreal Canadiens annual golf tournament takes place on Monday.

⦁ Alex Kovalev reflects on his time in Montreal.

Segment 2 | Evaluating the Canadiens Off-season Moves Made by Kent Hughes

As the players return to Montreal, it's time to review the progress made by Jeff Gorton, Kent Hughes and the hockey operations staff during the Habs off-season.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

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• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | Sparks Fly: Skill or Stats?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Report: Jake Allen has been told that he won't be traded.

⦁ Lane Hutson and Justin Barron at Biosteel NHL camp. Owen Beck, Sean Farrell, and Filip Mesar will participate in NHLPA Rookie Showcase.

⦁ Dream of Quebec Nordiques returning to the NHL is over?

⦁ Athletic | 2023 NHL front-office confidence rankings.

Segment 2 | Prospect Evaluation: Winning vs Raw Talent

This week the Montreal Canadiens released a 'behind-the-scenes' video from the 2023 NHL Draft.

What did it reveal about the Canadiens draft strategy?

Why did sparks fly when scouts debated prospects?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show: Reigniting the Habs - Leafs RivalrySegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ According to reports, Canadiens prospect Logan Mailloux has been cleared to play in the NHL.

⦁ Mattias Norlinder's player agent crushed rumors that his client will not be returning to the Canadiens.

⦁ Canadiens prospects rank sixth on the Athletic's 2023 NHL Pipeline Rankings.

⦁ Quotes of the week from Kirby Dach and Paul Byron.

Segment 2 | Canadiens - Maple Leafs rivalry with NHL columnist Michael Traikos

Amy Johnson and Rick Stephens welcomed the managing editor of The Hockey News' team sites, Michael Traikos to talk about the history of the rivalry between the Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Maple Leafs and how the Habs rebuild could reignite this historic and fiery matchup.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show: What Does A Younger Habs Roster Mean for 2023-24?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The Canadiens traded defenseman Jeff Petry to the Detroit Red Wings for Gustav Lindstrom and a conditional fourth-round pick. Montreal retains 50 per cent of Petry's remaining salary.

⦁ In his media availability this week, Kent Hughes revealed that Paul Byron's playing days are over and that the team has not received any news on Logan Mailloux.

⦁ Scott Wheeler cites Canadiens prospect Jan Mysak in his article "NHL prospects that I was wrong about."

Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens Will Be Younger in 2023-24: What Are Realistic Expectations?

Are the Montreal Canadiens are getting close to the 23-man roster that will start the season? Amy Johnson and Rick Stephens took an early look at the additions, cap space, division rivals and a roster projection for 2023-24.

They also presented lines and defense pairings that may be featured on opening night.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show: Is Fighting Still A Necessary Part of the Game?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The Canadiens traded forwards Mike Hoffman and Rem Pitlick in a three-team trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins and San Jose Sharks. Montreal received Jeff Petry, Casey DeSmith, Nathan Legare and Pittsburgh's 2025 second-round draft pick.

⦁ QMJHL will officially ban fighting in 2023-24.

Segment 2 | A Comprehensive Look at the Role That Fighting Plays in the NHL

It was Enforcers Week at The Hockey News with a focus on the best fighters of each of the 32 franchises in the NHL. At the same time, the QMJHL was issuing their new rules to ban fighting in the league.

So what is the state of fighting in our game?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

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• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show: Five Questions With NHL Goaltender Charlie LindgrenSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Alex Newhook made his first visit to the Bell Centre as a Canadien.

⦁ Canadiens sign forward Jesse Ylönen to a a one-year contract.

⦁ David Reinbacher was named the "Youngster of the Year" by the Swiss National League.

⦁ Laval Rocket signed forward Nolan Yaremko to a one-year AHL contract.

Segment 2 | All About Life as an NHL Goaltender with Special Guest Charlie Lindgren

Charlie Lindgren, of the Washington Capitals, joined the podcast for his annual off-season visit in part III of our focus on goaltenders.

Amy and Rick chatted with Charlie about his strong season in the NHL. The trio played a round of five questions where Lindgren revealed his closest friend on the Canadiens and named the one NHL rule that he would change. And much more!

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show: Goaltending Scout Evaluates Habs ProspectsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Juraj Slafkovsky will return to Montreal this week.

⦁ Nick Suzuki participated in a question and answer session.

⦁ Patrice Bergeron announced his retirement from the NHL. Kent Hughes had kind words.

⦁ Former Canadiens forward Tomas Plekanec will continue his hockey career.

Segment 2 | Evaluating Canadiens Goaltending Prospects With Shaun Richardson

Shaun Richardson, head goaltending scout for FC Hockey, joins Amy and Rick to evaluate each prospect in the Canadiens goaltending pipeline including Jacob Fowler, Quentin Miller, Yegeni Volokhin, Emmett Croteau, Jakub Dobes and Cayden Primeau.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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A new episode of the Canadiens Connection podcast is available weekly on Saturday afternoon. Missed an episode? You can download every episode of the Canadiens Connection HERE.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Thank you for listening to the Canadiens Connection. This engaging podcast connects Habs fans with their beloved team from a plugged-in source they know and trust.

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.