Canadiens Connection

This Week’s Show: Habs Draft Countdown - Top Scouts Reveal PicksSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Russ Cohen, American Scout for Elite Prospects, ranks draft options for the Montreal Canadiens.

⦁ Juraj Slafkovsky is named to Team Slovakia for Winter Olympics.

⦁ Prospect Vinzenz Rohrer signs three-year entry contract with Montreal.

Segment 2 | Sportsnet Draft Expert Sam Cosentino Details Options for Habs

Sportsnet's NHL analyst and draft expert provides an insider's view into the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft and what it means for the Montreal Canadiens.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What are you willing to give up to get into the 7-12 range in the first round and who is your draft target? OR, Which two players do you want the Canadiens to draft at 16 and 17 — and why?
• 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: Habs Draft Preview - Who Should the Canadiens Target in the First Round?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Michael Augello provides an insider's view of the NHL Scouting Combine with possible Habs scenarios.

⦁ Lane Hutson is the NHL's Rookie of the Year.

⦁ Logan Mailloux has been named an AHL Top Prospect.

Segment 2 | Scout Evaluates First Round Draft Targets for the Montreal Canadiens

Jerome Berube, Director of Scouting for Hockey Prospect, breaks down the ideal targets for the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What kind of player do you think the Canadiens are missing the most—and will that player be available at pick 16 in this year’s draft?
• 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: Laval’s Rise and What It Means for the Habs’ FutureSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Why was Mike Matheson in Buffalo this week?

⦁ Return to sender? Which KHL team is looking for a loan?

⦁ NHL Mock Drafts offer interesting choices for the Canadiens.

Segment 2 | The Laval Effect: Fueling Montreal’s Next Big Step

Laval Rocket's players and coaches evaluate the season that just ended and next steps to continue to build the Montreal Canadiens future roster designed to be a perennial contender.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which Habs prospects are you looking forward to seeing at training camp? Who is ready to make the jump to the Canadiens?
• 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: Inside Laval’s Playoff Run - Who’s the Habs’ Most Impressive Prospect?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Ivan Demidov makes himself at home in Montreal.

⦁ NHL Insiders float possible summer acquisitions by the Canadiens.

⦁ Does Carey Price have a place in the Hockey Hall of Fame?

Segment 2 | AHL Insider: Which Habs Prospect Is the One to Watch in Laval This Postseason?

AHL Insider Patrick Williams breaks down the Eastern Conference Final between the Laval Rocket and Charlotte Checkers.

Which Rocket players have caught Patrick’s eye during the playoffs and what does he think the chances are of seeing Pascal Vincent in the NHL next season?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which Canadiens prospect in Laval has impressed the most this postseason—and why?
• 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: Habs Mailbag - Grit, Goaltending & Big Offseason MovesSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ IIHF World Hockey Championships wraps up for three Canadiens.

⦁ Canadiens affiliates on the playoff ropes.

⦁ Major shifts in NHL team landscape with firings and hirings.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Mailbag: Dach, Laine, Grit and Goaltending

Opening the Rocket Sports mailbag to answer listener questions on a big summer acquisition as well as Kirby Dach, Patrik Laine, team toughness, and the Canadiens goaltending situation.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: What’s your take on Kirby Dach? Is he capable of reaching his potential or do the Habs need to look at other options for a top six forward?
• 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: Crosby in Montreal? What Makes Sense—and What Doesn’t—for the Habs' OffseasonSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Which Canadien is turning heads at the World Hockey Championships?

⦁ One Canadien was named to the NHL's Quarter-Century team. Who is it?

⦁ Prospect update from the AHL and ECHL playoffs.

Segment 2 | Are Canadiens' Roster Fixes Hiding in Plain Sight?

Which Canadiens' prospects in Laval are imminently ready for the NHL? Which ones are longer term projects to help the Habs' roster?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Checking in on our 2024-'25 Preseason Predictions.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: Would you rather see the Habs sign a veteran in free agency, or promote a deserving young player from Laval? Which Rocket prospect is most ready to make the jump?
• 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: Key Priorities - What the Habs Must Accomplish this SummerSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Montreal Canadiens are being represented by thee members of the organization at the World Hockey Championships.

⦁ There is more good news about Canadiens goaltending prospects.

⦁ The Canadiens will have two picks in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft. What are the mocks saying?

Segment 2 | Gorton, Discuss Key Priorities for the Summer Ahead and Beyond Hughes

Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes spoke to the media this week to reflect on the 2024-25 season and to share their thoughts on the challenges that remain for them to solve beginning this summer.

What can fans expect this summer?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: In terms of the Montreal Canadiens, what does progress look like to you next 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

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: Pass the Torch - Montreal’s Young Core is Ready to Rise Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Canadiens speak positively about their playoff experience and next season.

⦁ Habs post-playoff injury list is lengthy but comes with good news.

⦁ Prospects lead the way as Laval Rocket and Trois-Rivières Lions advance in the playoffs.

Segment 2 | Canadiens Must Move From Placeholders to Playmakers Starting This Summer

Montreal Canadiens enter a crucial period in the rebuild this summer as they should continue to add high-end talent capable of delivering sustainable success.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: a) How do you feel about the team’s identity after watching them battle a top-tier opponent? b) What was the biggest lesson the Canadiens should take from this playoff series?
• 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: Canadiens Display Playoff Grit, Heart, Resilience Against Capitals Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Injury issues for Patrik Laine, Sam Montembeault and Logan Thompson.

⦁ Canadiens prospect sets VHL playoff record.

⦁ Laval Rocket and Trois-Rivières Lions await next playoff opponent.

Segment 2 | How the Canadiens Are Earning Respect This Playoff Series

Things are not how you might think. Here are the real reasons that the Montreal Canadiens are earning the respect of the Washington Capitals in their first round playoff series.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which player has shown the most heart and character during this series in your eyes?
• 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: Habs vs Caps: Is Demidov the X-Factor Montreal Needs?Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

⦁ Nick Suzuki and Josh Anderson named in awards announcements.

⦁ David Savard intends to retire at the end of this NHL season.

⦁ Laval Rocket are champs of the AHL's regular season.

Segment 2 | Can the Tale of the Tape Predict the Outcome of the Canadiens – Capitals Series?

In such an unpredictable campaign for the Montreal Canadiens, can a regular season comparison forecast the outcome of their playoff series with the Washington Capitals?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

• Canadiens upcoming events.
• Canadiens Connection question of the week: Are the Canadiens truly underdogs in their first-round playoff series against the Washington Capitals?
• Listener's texts and emails.

Get the Canadiens Connection!

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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.