Demidov Signs! Are the Habs the NHL's New Gold Standard?

Demidov Signs! Are the Habs the NHL's New Gold Standard?

The Montreal Canadiens have officially signed Ivan Demidov to an 8-year contract, and it's another massive statement from Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton as they continue building the franchise for long-term success. In today's episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico break down every aspect of Demidov's new contract, why the structure makes so much sense for both player and team, and how this deal fits into Montreal's long-term salary cap strategy. Has Montreal quietly become the envy of the NHL? With Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, Kaiden Guhle, and now Ivan Demidov all signed to long-term deals, have the Canadiens built one of the strongest young cores in hockey? We also discuss: Why Demidov's contract could age incredibly well How Kent Hughes continues to maximize value Whether fans should be disappointed the Canadiens didn't land a big-name free agent Why patience may ultimately pay off for Montreal What's next for the Canadiens this offseason Join us live and let us know your thoughts in the chat! 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 🔔 Subscribe for daily Montreal Canadiens coverage, breaking news, trade rumors, prospect analysis, and live postgame shows. 💬 Do you think the Canadiens have the best young core in the NHL? Is Demidov's contract another home run? #montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Habs Qualify RFA Players! | What's Next?!

The Montreal Canadiens have officially made their qualifying offer decisions, and there are plenty of storylines to break down. In today's episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, we discuss the Canadiens issuing qualifying offers to Kirby Dach, Zach Bolduc, and Arber Xhekaj, what those decisions mean for each player's future in Montreal, and what their next contracts could look like. We also examine the Canadiens' decision not to qualify Joe Veleno, making him an unrestricted free agent. Does this signal increased confidence in Owen Beck or Florian Xhekaj earning full-time NHL opportunities next season? Could the organization be clearing a path for its younger prospects? Join Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico as they analyze Montreal's roster decisions, player development, contract situations, and what these moves tell us about Kent Hughes' long-term plan for the Canadiens. 💬 Do you agree with the Canadiens' qualifying offer decisions? Should Kirby Dach still be part of Montreal's long-term core? Is Arber Xhekaj an everyday NHL defenseman? Is Owen Beck ready for a full-time role? 👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Don't forget to: 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe for daily Montreal Canadiens coverage 📢 Share this video with fellow Habs fans #montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

BREAKING! Habs TRADE Brendan Gallagher!

The Montreal Canadiens have officially traded longtime fan favourite Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for future considerations while retaining 50% of his remaining salary. On today's episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico break down one of the biggest emotional moves of the Canadiens' offseason. Was this the right decision for Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton? How much salary cap flexibility does this create for Montreal moving forward? Does retaining salary make sense, and what could the Canadiens now pursue with the additional cap space? We also take a look back at Gallagher's incredible career in Montreal. From his relentless style of play and leadership to becoming one of the organization's most beloved players, Gallagher leaves behind a lasting legacy after years of giving everything he had to the Canadiens. Finally, we discuss whether Gallagher still has enough left in the tank to make an impact with the Vancouver Canucks. Can he reinvent his game in a new environment and help Vancouver contend? Join the discussion and let us know your thoughts in the comments: Did the Canadiens make the right move? Will Brendan Gallagher succeed in Vancouver? What should Kent Hughes do next? 👍 Like this video, subscribe to the channel, and turn on notifications for daily Montreal Canadiens news, trade analysis, NHL rumors, prospect updates, and live discussions. #montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Boom! Did the Habs Draft a Future Top-Six Power Forward?

On this episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico break down everything you need to know about Gleb Pugachyov—the towering winger many scouts considered one of the premier power forwards available in the draft. Who is he? What makes him such an exciting prospect? Does he have legitimate top-six NHL upside, and how long could it take before Canadiens fans see him in Montreal? We discuss: 🏒 Who Gleb Pugachyov is and why the Canadiens targeted him 🏒 Why he was viewed as one of the best power forwards in the 2026 NHL Draft 🏒 His offensive ceiling and whether he projects as a top-six NHL forward 🏒 His development timeline and what fans should realistically expect 🏒 Updates from Canadiens Development Camp 🏒 Michael Hage's performance, progression, and why he continues to generate excitement Could Pugachyov become another draft-day steal for Kent Hughes and the Canadiens? Let us know what you think in the comments! 👍 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and hit the notification bell for daily Montreal Canadiens coverage from The Starr & D'Amico Show. #montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Habs Aren't Finished Yet - Here's Why!

The 2026 NHL Draft has come and gone, but the Montreal Canadiens weren't about to make a move just for the headlines. On this episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico break down Montreal's approach to draft weekend and why Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton refused to force a trade that didn't fit the long-term plan. Was there a missed opportunity? Were the Canadiens close to landing a top-six forward or top-four defenseman? Or was standing pat the smartest decision available? We discuss: 🏒 Why the Canadiens stayed patient during draft weekend 🏒 The trade market and why prices may have been too high 🏒 The type of player Montreal is still targeting 🏒 Why Hughes won't sacrifice assets just to "win" the offseason 🏒 What's next for the Canadiens this summer Should the Habs have made a splash, or was patience the right play? 👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss another episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show. #montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.