Canadiens Connection

This Week’s Show | How the Montreal Canadiens Pivot from Promise to ContentionSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The details of the nixed deal at the NHL trade deadline are known.

⦁ Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield received special honors from the league this week.

⦁ Who is potentially available for the Habs this summer and who is not?

Segment 2 | Reading Between the Lines in the Montreal Canadiens Media Conferences

In all that was said in Habs' press availabilities this week, there were very clear messages as to where the Montreal Canadiens are pivoting forward.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What do you believe is the organization's biggest priority heading into next season?
• Listener's texts and emails.

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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | The Dream Ends: What Went Right and Wrong for the Montreal CanadiensSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ One Canadiens prospects has an opportunity to win the 2026 Memorial Cup.

⦁ The NHL has provided a lump sum to the Montreal Canadiens for reaching the third round.

⦁ Who will be the Canadiens three stars of the playoffs?

Segment 2 | The Montreal Canadiens Playoff Run Ends: 10 Things We Learned

We take our listeners through a series of ten observations about this Habs postseason appearance and try to make sense out of what went wrong, what went right, and what needs to happen for this team to take the next step forward.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What are the biggest things standing between the Canadiens and a Stanley Cup Final appearance?
• 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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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | Dare to Dream: Can the Montreal Canadiens Deliver an Upset?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Two Canadiens prospects participating in the 2026 Memorial Cup.

⦁ A mock draft suggests Montreal could add something different to their player pool.

⦁ Who will be the Canadiens three stars of the week?

Segment 2 | The Montreal Canadiens Face Their Biggest Test Yet

Is the Montreal Canadiens Cup contending window opening much earlier than expected and do they have an opportunity to deliver another stunning upset?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What’s the biggest reason to believe in this Canadiens team right now?
• 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.

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 Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | Championship Habits: Learning to CloseSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Beck, Xhekaj, Engstrom and Reinbacher were added to the Canadiens playoff roster.

⦁ A Montreal Canadiens prospect is heading to the CHL Memorial Cup.

⦁ Two Canadiens prospects are representing their countries at the IIHF World Championships.

Segment 2 | The Canadiens’ Hardest Lesson: Learning How to Close Out a Series

On this week's show, we explain the three biggest things the Montreal Canadiens still need to learn about closing out an NHL playoff series.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which player best represents the mentality the Canadiens need right now?
• Listener's texts and emails.

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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | Montreal Canadiens: 7 Keys to Winning the Series Against BuffaloSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal faces a whole new challenge in round 2 of the NHL playoffs.

⦁ Canadiens prospect wins two major awards in the WHL.

⦁ Laval Rocket on the brink in their Calder Cup playoff series.

Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens Must Do These Things to Win Their Second Round Series

The Buffalo Sabres pose a much different challenge in the second round NHL playoff series. What must the Montreal Canadiens do to advance?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What’s the biggest thing the Canadiens need to do to beat the Buffalo Sabres?
• 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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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | 10 Things We’ve Learned About the Montreal Canadiens in the PlayoffsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ The Canadiens unexpected difference-maker of the playoffs.

⦁ Which Montreal player is a finalist for a major NHL award?

⦁ Who have been key players for the Laval Rocket in their Calder Cup playoff series?

Segment 2 | What Have We Learned About the Montreal Canadiens? (And What Have They Learned About Themselves?)

The Montreal Canadiens continue to learn and evolve as they battle a favorite for this year's Stanley Cup, the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: How has your overall view of the Montreal Canadiens changed since the start of the playoffs?
• 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.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | What’s Working — and What Isn’t — for the Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay LightningSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Who was the Canadiens best player of the first three playoff games?

⦁ Which Habs prospects remain in the CHL playoffs?

⦁ Which player's Dad needed a wardrobe intervention by Youppi?

Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens’ Keys to the Series: What’s Working So Far?

What stands out as the biggest reason the Canadiens are leading their NHL playoff series so far and where do they need to make adjustments versus the Tampa Bay Lightning?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What’s been the biggest reason the Canadiens are leading this series right now? And what concerns you most?
• 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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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | Can the Montreal Canadiens Solve the Lightning? Breaking Down the Playoff SeriesSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ What is the timeline for the return of the Canadiens second best defenseman?

⦁ Who is the top drafted NHL goaltending prospect?

⦁ Why did Michael Hage decide to return to the NCAA next season?

Segment 2 | What It Will Take for the Montreal Canadiens to Beat the Tampa Bay Lightning?

What is the formula for the Montreal Canadiens to actually win this playoff series?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What is the biggest advantage the Canadiens have in this matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning?
• 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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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | Montreal Canadiens Playoff Path: How Far Can They Go?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ It's that time of year when nominees for NHL awards are announced. Who will represent the Canadiens?

⦁ When will Montreal's top prospect sign his entry-level contract? Will he join the Habs?

⦁ Two Canadiens named in a scout's list of top-5 prospects playing outside the NHL.

Segment 2 | Montreal Canadiens’ Playoff Ceiling: How Far Is Realistic?

Looking at the Montreal Canadiens right now and the road that’s potentially in front of them, how far can this team actually go in the NHL playoffs?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What would you consider a successful playoff run for the Montreal Canadiens this season?
• 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.

Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports Radio

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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

This Week’s Show | Montreal Canadiens Are Surging and Pursuing MilestonesSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal lost a defenseman for the rest of the regular season necessitating a recall from Laval.

⦁ Honors continue to pile up for Canadiens rookie goaltender who is fueling the Habs success.

⦁ Maple Leafs executive calls the Habs one of the stealthiest trains in the NHL.

Segment 2 | History in the Making? A Plethora of Milestones for the Montreal Canadiens

A number of Montreal Canadiens' players have exceeded expectations to reach individual milestones this season.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which player’s performance by a Canadien this season has surprised you the most?
• 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.

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 Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.