Canadiens Connection

Five Tough Questions Facing the Montreal Canadiens | Canadiens Connection ep 384

THIS WEEK’S SHOW | FIVE TOUGH QUESTIONS FACING THE MONTREAL CANADIENS SEGMENT 1 | WEEK IN REVIEW, HABS NEWS, LEAGUE NEWS ⦁ How has Kirby Dach fit in after his long absence from the lineup? ⦁ Canadiens 2025 draft selections are making an impact. ⦁ Outside the crease: from goalie goals to goalie fights. SEGMENT 2 | TACKLING 5 ISSUES BEING DEBATED BY HABS FANS RIGHT NOW From Sam Montembeault and the state of the defense, to player usage, David Reinbacher's development in Laval and some looming decisions for Kent Hughes -- Patrik Laine -- these are the issues that feel unresolved — and impossible to ignore. SEGMENT 3 | HAVE YOUR SAY 1. Canadiens upcoming events. 2. Canadiens Connection question of the week: Has Sam Montembeault done enough to convince you his goaltending struggles are behind him? 3. Listener's texts and emails. GET THE CANADIENS CONNECTION! Use our single link here [https://canadiensconnection.fm/listen] to subscribe to the Canadiens Connection your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter [https://twitter.com/HabsConnection], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/habsconnection/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/habsconnection/] 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 [https://www.canadiensconnection.fm/]. 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 [https://twitter.com/RocketSports]) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule [https://twitter.com/flyersrule]). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

Roster Pressure: The Canadiens Toughest Lineup Decisions | Canadiens Connection ep 383

THIS WEEK’S SHOW | ROSTER PRESSURE: THE CANADIENS TOUGHEST LINEUP DECISIONS SEGMENT 1 | WEEK IN REVIEW, HABS NEWS, LEAGUE NEWS ⦁ Montreal Canadiens put an end to their three-goalie carousel. ⦁ A waiver claim signs a contract extension. Is this Paul Byron all over again? ⦁ Three Canadiens prospects have been named to the AHL All-Star roster. SEGMENT 2 | THE RETURN OF INJURED PLAYERS FORCES DIFFICULT ROSTER DECISIONS FOR THE HABS With the return of Montreal Canadiens injured players, roster spots are tightening and lineup decisions are being debated. Who actually deserves to play? SEGMENT 3 | HAVE YOUR SAY 1. Canadiens upcoming events. 2. Canadiens Connection question of the week: Who risks losing their spot in the lineup once the roster is fully healthy? 3. Listener's texts and emails. GET THE CANADIENS CONNECTION! Use our single link here [https://canadiensconnection.fm/listen] to subscribe to the Canadiens Connection your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter [https://twitter.com/HabsConnection], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/habsconnection/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/habsconnection/] 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 [https://www.canadiensconnection.fm/]. 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 [https://twitter.com/RocketSports]) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule [https://twitter.com/flyersrule]). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

What’s Next for the Canadiens? Interpreting Kent Hughes’ Vision | Canadiens Connection ep 382

THIS WEEK’S SHOW | WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE CANADIENS? INTERPRETING KENT HUGHES’ MESSAGE SEGMENT 1 | WEEK IN REVIEW, HABS NEWS, LEAGUE NEWS ⦁ Montreal Canadiens second line is driving success and receiving praise. ⦁ Which Canadiens prospect turned heads again with another incredible performance? ⦁ A special honor is announced for a coach in the Canadiens organization. SEGMENT 2 | KENT HUGHES’ VISION FOR THE CANADIENS’ SECOND HALF AND BEYOND Where are the Montreal Canadiens in their rebuild and where are they going next? We're breaking down the general manager's press conference comments. SEGMENT 3 | HAVE YOUR SAY 1. Canadiens upcoming events. 2. Canadiens Connection question of the week: Based on Kent Hughes’ comments, which player could be a possible trade target that would fit the GM’s vision? 3. Listener's texts and emails. GET THE CANADIENS CONNECTION! Use our single link here [https://canadiensconnection.fm/listen] to subscribe to the Canadiens Connection your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter [https://twitter.com/HabsConnection], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/habsconnection/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/habsconnection/] 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 [https://www.canadiensconnection.fm/]. 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 [https://twitter.com/RocketSports]) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule [https://twitter.com/flyersrule]). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

Halfway There: Evaluating the Montreal Canadiens at Midseason | Canadiens Connection ep 381

THIS WEEK’S SHOW | HALFWAY THERE: EVALUATING THE MONTREAL CANADIENS AT MIDSEASON SEGMENT 1 | WEEK IN REVIEW, HABS NEWS, LEAGUE NEWS ⦁ Juraj Slafkovsky earns NHL Star of the Week honors. ⦁ Which Canadiens players will play at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games? Who was snubbed? ⦁ Do the Habs have the best prospect at the 2026 World Junior Championship? SEGMENT 2 | WHERE THE HABS STAND AT MIDSEASON — PROGRESS, PROBLEMS, PERSPECTIVE We’re taking a moment to objectively assess where the Canadiens actually are right now — not where we hoped they’d be in October, and not where we fear they might end up in April, but what this team has shown us through half a season. SEGMENT 3 | HAVE YOUR SAY 1. Canadiens upcoming events. 2. Canadiens Connection question of the week: Which part of the Canadiens’ game do you feel best about at midseason — and which area concerns you most for the second half? 3. Listener's texts and emails. GET THE CANADIENS CONNECTION! Use our single link here [https://canadiensconnection.fm/listen] to subscribe to the Canadiens Connection your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter [https://twitter.com/HabsConnection], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/habsconnection/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/habsconnection/] 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 [https://www.canadiensconnection.fm/]. 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 [https://twitter.com/RocketSports]) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule [https://twitter.com/flyersrule]). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

Pulse Check: Three Holiday Headlines Hint at Habs Fans Mood | Canadiens Connection ep 380

THIS WEEK’S SHOW | PULSE CHECK: THREE HOLIDAY HEADLINES HINT AT HABS FANS MOOD SEGMENT 1 | WEEK IN REVIEW, HABS NEWS, LEAGUE NEWS ⦁ Canadiens rookies solidify the team's goaltending. ⦁ Who is the latest player to be added to the injury list? ⦁ Five prospects represent their countries and the Habs at World Junior Championship. SEGMENT 2 | THREE HOLIDAY HEADLINES REVEAL MOOD OF HABS FANS Three very different headlines captured the attention of Habs fans this week and ended up telling us a lot about the mood around this team right now. SEGMENT 3 | HAVE YOUR SAY 1. Canadiens upcoming events. 2. Canadiens Connection question of the week: Has Jacob Fowler’s early success changed how you feel about the Canadiens’ goaltending plan this season? 3. Listener's texts and emails. GET THE CANADIENS CONNECTION! Use our single link here [https://canadiensconnection.fm/listen] to subscribe to the Canadiens Connection your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter [https://twitter.com/HabsConnection], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/habsconnection/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/habsconnection/] 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 [https://www.canadiensconnection.fm/]. 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 [https://twitter.com/RocketSports]) with Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule [https://twitter.com/flyersrule]). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.