Canadiens Connection

This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Brendan Gallagher and Sami Niku are one week into the COVID protocol. Ducharme said that they will not play on Tuesday in Pittsburgh. The will need time for conditioning. Ducharme: Among injured players, Joel Armia and Jeff Petry are closest to returning. Carey Price skated on his own in full gear this week. Forward Laurent Dauphin and defenseman Kale Clague made their Canadiens debuts against Tampa. Defenceman Mattias Norlinder was loaned to the Laval Rocket and defenceman Corey Schueneman was recalled from the Laval Rocket. Canadiens recalled Jesse Ylonen from the Laval Rocket; he played his first NHL game of the season on Thursday.
• Habs prospect report - Updates on the Laval Rocket. Montreal Canadiens and forward Arsen Khisamutdinov have mutually agreed to terminate his contract. The 23-year-old was placed on waivers. Khisamutdinov was a sixth-round pick (170th overall) in 2019. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• Quotes of the week - Dominique Ducharme, Jake Evans.
• Hockey news and notes - Jim Rutherford was hired as the president of hockey operations and interim GM of the Vancouver Canucks. Bruce Boudreau picked up first three wins. Flyers fire Alain Vigneault and Michel Therrien. Mike Yeo takes over for the interim. Arizona Coyotes pay deliquent tax bills of $1.3M after city threatened lockout. Gary Bettman says that there are no issues and that the Coyotes are not leaving Arizona. Bettman: no franchises considering relocation and no new expansion plans. Bettman: NHL participation in 2022 Winter Olympics will be a players decision. NHL team values jump 32 percent in recent Forbes ranking. 

Segment 2: BIG Topic - Cleaning House II

• The Canadiens new Executive Vice-President Jeff Gorton has a lot on his plate. Much of the conversation on social media has zeroed in on the selection of a new General Manager. But Gorton will also be involved in evaluating the coaching staff, improving player development, building out the analytics department and addressing issues with roster construction. The latter will be the focus of the discussion today with Michael Spinella. We each will present our top five list of players to make available at the trade deadline.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

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This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Brett Kulak, Mathieu Perreault and Chris Wideman returned to the lineup after recovering from injuries. Joel Edmundson met with doctors and will be evaluated further in coming days. Mike Hoffman has returned to practice with the team. Carey Price skated on his own without equipment this week. Brendan Gallagher and Sami Niku tested positive for COVID-19 and are quarantining for 10 days (missing five games). Josh Anderson suffered an upper-body injury and will be out for two to four weeks. Jeff Petry did not travel to Nashville due to an upper-body injury. Alexander Romanov broke his nose in Thursday's game against the Avalanche. Canadiens have recalled Laurent Dauphin and Corey Schueneman (0 GP-NHL) from the Laval Rocket.
• Habs prospect report - Updates on the Laval Rocket. Habs prospects Kaiden Guhle and Joshua Roy were invited to Team Canada's World Junior Selection Camp. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• Molson cleans house - Geoff Molson fired EVP & GM Marc Bergevin, Assistant GM Trevor Timmins and Senior VP Communications & Public Affairs, Paul Wilson. Assistant GM Scott Mellanby resigned after Molson reneged on a promised promotion. 
• Hockey news and notes - A Canadiens fan registered his frustration with the Canadiens by tossing a jersey and a hat on the ice during the game against the Avalanche. It sent shockwaves through the players and fanbase.

Segment 2: BIG Topic -

• The Canadiens new Executive Vice-President is Jeff Gorton. He will help advise Geoff Molson on the selection of a new General Manager. The new GM will have full authority and will report to Molson.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Rocket Sports Movember campaign final update with Michael Spinella and Ben Dankiw.
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

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Welcome to The Press Zone for hockey prospects on Rocket Sports Radio! This premier podcast is featured on The AHL Report, and provides hockey fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Montreal Canadiens, Laval Rocket, and teams all around the AHL.

The Press Zone on Rocket Sports Radio

Our podcast 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!

Segment 1: Montreal Canadiens

Geoff Molson cleans house: reaction, latest updates, analysis

A new general manager is next on the list...who will it be?

Segment 2: Featured Interview

Special Guest: Martin Biron, Buffalo Sabres Studio Analyst / Former NHL Goaltender, joins the show to discuss goaltending development. Is 20 years old too soon to make the jump from the CHL to professional hockey?

Also discussed: Carter Hart, Cayden Primeau, and Biron's reaction to the appointment of Jeff Gorton to the Canadiens' front office.

Segment 3: AHL & Beyond

AHL Hot Stove featuring Patrick Williams

Rocket Sports Movember fundraising initiative

Upcoming features on AHL Report

Join Our Team!

Check out a new episode of The Press Zone for hockey prospects every Tuesday, where Amy and Rick talk about prospects in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, OHL, and European leagues. They also take a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. Audio editing assistance provided by Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella).

Plus, don’t miss our daily game recaps, player profiles and league news on AHL Report.

Follow all the action on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Canadiens welcomed back Jake Allen, Cedric Paquette and Joel Edmundson after recovering from injuries. Allen and Paquette returned to the lineup. Edmundson has been practicing with the team but not yet ready for game action. Guy Lafleur: Canadiens should name a captain and it should be Brendan Gallagher
• Habs prospect report - Updates on the Laval Rocket. Is Jordan Harris the "best defenceman in the country?" Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• Quotes of the Week
• Hockey news and notes - Elliotte Friedman: Claude Julien may be a candidate to coach Canucks. Friedman: "NHL did have a phone conversation with Quebec City, but it’s not seriously on the radar." Artemi Panarin vs Brad Marchand.

Segment 2: BIG Topic - Holding Pattern

• The Canadiens season is in a death spiral and the management is in paralysis. While the Habs continue to set records of futility, when will change finally come for the suffering players and fans?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:
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This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Roster news - Mathieu Perreault had a second surgery to his eye which will push back his return. Adam Brooks was placed on waivers on Tuesday and claimed by the Golden Knights the following day. Cole Caufield was recalled from Laval on Thursday. Alex Belzile was assigned to the Rocket. Cayden Primeau received his first two starts of the season. Mattias Norlinder made his NHL debut against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Carey Price skated alone at Bell Sports Complex this week. Joel Edmundson will participate in morning skate on Saturday but will not play. On Friday, the Canadiens announced that GM Marc Bergevin had tested positive for COVID-19.
• Habs prospect report - Updates on the Laval Rocket. Trois Rivieres Lions (ECHL) update.. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• Quotes of the Week
• Hockey news and notes - Premier Francois Legault announced a committee to study increasing the number of young people playing hockey.

Segment 2: BIG Topic - View From the Top

• Pierre LeBrun interviewed Marc Bergevin on Friday to discuss the struggles of the Canadiens and on his future.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• New voices: Interview with Rocket Sports contributor Michael Spinella
• Rocket Sports Movember campaign update.
• https://movember.com/t/allhabs
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:
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This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Jake Allen was injured during Saturday's game against the Red Wings. Mike Hoffman missed Sunday's game as did Drouin and Paquette. Ryan Poehling was recalled from Laval on Wednesday night. Mattias Norlinder's loan to Laval ended Wednesday after he completed his conditioning stint. Cayden Primeau was recalled from Laval on Saturday night. Carey Price update.
• Habs prospect report - Updates on the Laval Rocket. QMJHL scoring update: Three Habs  prospects in top 10 including Joshua Roy, Xavier Simoneau, Riley Kidney. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• BIG TOPIC: The Fragile Depth of the Canadiens

Segment 2: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.
• Rocket Sports Movember campaign update.
• https://movember.com/t/allhabs
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:
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This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Mattias Norlinder will be recalled from Laval after on Wednesday night after his conditioning stint. Carey Price returned to the Canadiens on Monday. Price issued a statement on social media on Tuesday. 
• Habs prospect report - Updates on the Laval Rocket. Cole Caufield chirped by Utica Comets. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• Montreal Canadiens attendance. Season ticket holder given an ultimatum.
• BIG TOPIC: What is 'The Ducharme System'?

Segment 2: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:
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This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Cole Caufield was assigned to the Laval Rocket. Forwards Michael Pezzetta and Alex Belzile were recalled from Laval. Mattias Norlinder has been assigned to Laval for a conditioning stint after recovering from a training camp injury. Cedric Paquette is available to return to the lineup after serving a two-game suspension for boarding Anaheim Ducks forward Trevor Zegras. Joel Edmundson will skate on his own on Saturday for evaluation. Carey Price will join the Canadiens on Monday after completing a voluntary stay with the Player Assistance Program.
• Habs prospect report - Updates on the Canadiens affiliates in the AHL and ECHL. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• Montreal Canadiens demographics vs NHL.
• Quotes of the Week: Barry Trotz, Dom Ducharme, Alexander Romanov.

Segment 2: BIG Topic - What's the Plan?

• With just three wins in 12 games, the Montreal Canadiens have just a single digit chance of making the playoffs. So how can the team use this season to maximize the development of their top prospects as they take the next step to become the new core of the team?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.
• Rocket Sports Movember campaign update.
• https://movember.com/t/allhabs
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:
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Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!

This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Joel Edmundson has returned from Manitoba and is rehabbing in Montreal. Shea Weber visited with his teammates in Seattle. Jonathan Drouin caused a stir by being careless with his words. Montreal Canadiens issued a statement.
• Habs prospect report - Update on Ryan Poehling. Three habs prospects in top-10 scorers in the QMJHL.
• Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• Montreal Canadiens identity: Goaltending.
• Hockey news and notes - On Thursday, Guy Lafleur was honored by the QMJHL who retired his No. 4 from the league.

Segment 2: BIG Topic - Where Are They Hiding?

• With a 2-6-0 record, there is a lengthy list of issues with this year's edition of the Montreal Canadiens, but let's look at three key assets that have been underperforming to start the season.

Segment 3: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.
• Launch of Movember campaign. 
• https://movember.com/t/allhabs
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:
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This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League News

• Check out news Headlines posts every week day at AllHabs.net. 
• Roster news - Joel Edmundson has left the team to be with his father who is battling lung cancer. After clearing waivers, the Canadiens sent forward Alex Belzile to the Laval Rocket. Mike Hoffman and Adam Brooks made their Canadiens debuts. Dominique Ducharme shuffled lines and defence pairs through the week.
• Habs prospect report - Two games this weekend for Laval in Providence and Bridgeport.
• ⦁ Update on Ryan Poehling. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
• New rivalry: Carolina Hurricanes vs Montreal Canadiens.
• NHL news and notes - Team Canada Olympic roster: Carey Price named to the 55-man "long list." Kraken home opener vs Vancouver. Reviews positive for new US broadcasts on ESPN+ and TNT.

Segment 2: BIG Topic - Who's Guiding the Ship?

• With a historically bad start, there's no debating the fact that the Canadiens are missing the two leaders of the team who have provided stability and direction. Who is charting their course and instilling confidence now?

Segment 3: Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Neil Villapiano - author of Maple Leafs to Maple Laughs: The Torture and Heartbreak of Being a Leafs Fan.
• Listener's texts and emails.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). 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.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

• Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:
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