Habsworld Podcast

The playoffs may be over for the Habs, but talking about Les Canadiens for the Habsworld podcast crew continues. Host Norm Szcyrek, with cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo had a lot to say about the Habs, discuss other hockey news, and have some laughs. This podcast was recorded on May 5 2025. Our roster of tpics includes: - Introductions, Habs trivia - Discussing the positive thoughts about the Montreal first round playoff loss, with a focus on Lane Hutson, Sam Montembeault, Alex Carrier, and Josh Anderson - What more can the Habs do to improve next season and beyond - The end of season press conference with Kent Hughes & Jeff Gorton was discussed - Expectations for Ivan Demidov next season - Rumour about Jeff Gorton leaving Montreal for the New York Islanders GM position - Should Montreal resign Armia, Dvorak, both or neither? - Norm suggested a veteran Russian center free agent that is available, that could play with Demidov. - Other possible centers who may be available via trade were also discussed - Jonathan and Sean shared their experiences attending game 3 at home against Washington - Second round playoff predictions

The Habs made it into the 2025 playoffs after winning their last regular season game! The Habsworld podcast crew had a good time on Good Friday talking about Les Canadiens. Host Norm Szcyrek, with cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo had a lot to say about the Habs, discuss other hockey news, and have some laughs. This podcast was recorded on April 18, 2025. Our roster of topics includes: Introductions and Habs trivia. Debating the Canadiens chances against their first round opponent, the Washington Capitals Should Coach Marty keep the Evans-Armia-Heineman line intact for game one? Will the Newhook-Laine-Demidov line be trusted in key moments of this series David Savard telling reporters today that he will retire after this postseason is done Could Arber Xhekaj get into the lineup in this playoff round? Patrick Laine struggled to end the regular season. Can he bounce back against Washington? What can Juraj Slavkovsky do to improve his game? Ivan Demidov's first two games and his impact on the team were discussed Lane Hutson tied the NHL record held by defenceman Larry Murphy for rookie assists Goaltender Jacob Fowler signed his first pro contract, and has got two starts for the Laval Rockets Could Nick Suzuki become a hundred point player next season? Playoff predictions for the other NHL first round series Brendan Gallagher exchanges a special Hockey Fights Cancer jersey back from a classy Habs fan.

With the Canadiens nearly in the playoffs as a wild card team, the Habsworld podcast team returned to talk about Les Canadiens. Host Norm Szcyrek, with cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo had a lot to say about the Habs, discuss other hockey news, and have some laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening April 9 2025. Our roster of topics includes: Introductions and Habs trivia Lane Hutson's near breaking a Montreal record. Discussing the recent game against the Detroit Red Wings. Should Martin St. Louis be in the running for coach of the year? Ivan Demidov is officially signed by Montreal. How soon could he appear in the team's lineup and which line will he be placed? With the playoffs nearly clinched by Montreal, postseason discussions have begun. TSN interview with Kent Hughes, revealed an important mid-season meeting with Nick Suzuki. Suzuki breaks into the 80 points area for the first time in the last 17 seasons. Could he be in the running for the Lady Byng trophy? Josh Anderson nominated for the Masterson trophy. His strong play helped his linemates a great deal this season. Could Christian Dvorak be extended in the off season? Should Kent Hughes start negotiations to extend Lane Hutson this off season? Kaiden's Guhle's return from injury is playing a big role in their current success Debating the recent play of Mike Matheson Is the Gallagher-Anderson-Dvorak trio the team's new second line? Oliver Kapanen returns to Montreal after his European team ended their playoff run. How has he fit back into the Canadiens lineup? Gallagher breaks the 20 goal mark against Philadelphia, after personal life events recently. Around the NHL news: Alex Ovechkin breaks the NHL goals record previously held by Wayne Gretzky. If Montreal makes the playoffs and face Washington, what will it look like for Demidov to faceoff against Ovechkin? Demidov's contract bonuses were also discussed.

With the Habs strong play since the Four Nations break, the Habsworld podcast crew returned to talk about Les Canadiens. Host Norm Szcyrek, with cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo had a lot to say about the Habs, discuss other hockey news, and have some laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of March 19, 2025. Our roster of topics includes: - Introductions and Habs trivia - Habs winning streak since the Four Nations tournament, have propelled them into a playoff position. Key contributors discussed include Nick Suzuki, Jaroslav Slavkovsky, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson and Josh Anderson - Which teams might the Habs face if they hold on to make the playoffs? - Debating Hutson for the Calder trophy - Jayden Struble's improved play while paired with Hutson - Anderson avoided a major injury with Kevlar socks. Discussions of enforced hockey socks and neck guards; should they become mandatory? - How many points can Hutson score by the end of this season? - Analysis of the March 18 win against Ottawa - Ivan Demidov, the leading scorer for his KHL team, was a healthy scratch again - Joshua Roy struggline on he second line. Should someone else from Laval be called up to replace him? - Debating the lack of moves at the NHL trade deadline - Florian Xhekaj sets a Laval record - Kent Hughes interviewed recently, where he mentions Montreal won't look for a big free agent signing this summer, but will look to move other assets to improve the team. We speculated on players to trade for and what they might cost. - Jake Evans contract extension was discussed - How soon could a contract extension for Lane Hutson begin? - With the team's current success, could Montreal resign their other pending unrestricted free agents? - Oliver Kapanen will return to Canada after his Finnish team's season is over. He is expected to join Laval for their playoff run. - Upcoming game against the Islanders was discussed and which goaltender will get the start - Was the Four Nations break a big benefit for most of the Habs players to give them a needed break to help them with their playoff position push? - Will Alex Ovechkin break the NHL goal scoring record before the end of this season? - A TSN690 host trade proposal of Sidney Crosby for Michael Hage was strongly debated

The HabsWorld podcast team were back to talk about the Montreal Canadiens with episode 118. Host Norm Szcyrek, with cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette and Jonathan Rebelo had a lot to say about the Habs, discuss other hockey news and have some laughs. This podcast was recorded the evening of February 13 2025. Our roster of topics include: - The Four Nations tournament game 1 was discussed - Could Montreal package Jake Evans and Joel Armia together in a trade? - With the team's recent slump, it looks like the Habs are no longer "In The Mix" - Minnesota and New Jersey are teams that may be interested in a trade with the Habs; who might Montreal target for a return? - Patrik Laine's struggles were talked about and what can be done to help - Trade rumours debated include Dylan Couzens and Casey Middlestedt - Would Montreal enter this summer's free agency to sign a big money player? - Owen's Beck improved play - Will Montreal's abundant 2025 draft picks give the GM an opportunity to make an offer sheet against an RFA? - Discussions on the strong play of the Laval Rocket, and possible call ups in Florian Xhekaj and Jared Davidson - With the hot play of Cayden Primeau, should he be called up to replace Jacob Dobes? - Could Laval coach Pascal Vincent get a promotion to work behind Montreal's bench with Martin St. Louis - Coach Marty appeared to leave the last post game press conference at top speed - Talking about if Nick Suzuki is playing hurt - Debating the "In The Mix" status - Should Montreal retain or trade David Savard? - Prospect Michael Hage expects to play next season in college - Prospect Ivan Demidov breaks a KHL record - Classy move by the Canadiens players to form a handshake line to honour Wild goalie Marc-Andre Fleury - Jonathan fantasizes about Sidney Crosby considers playing for the Habs, the team he grew up as a fan - Predictions on who will play in the Four Nations final, and who will win - Debating signing Brad Marchant if he enters free agency this summer - Discussions of the NHL adopting rule adjustments like a seven minute overtime, an extra point for regulation wins, adding two more teams, adjusting to an balanced schedule, - The NHL announces they will be reducing the intermission time, and adding a World Cup tournament in 2028