Eyes On The Prize: A Montreal Canadiens podcast
814 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsFor fans of the Montreal Canadiens.
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Episodes
Bottom Six Minutes 24 - Habs vs. Red Wings - Comeback-esque
December 03, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBMatt Drake discusses the Canadiens mounting an impressive comeback in regulation against the Red Wings.
Habsent Minded 6.41: Montembeault signs extension and November players of the month
December 01, 2023 18:06 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBJared Book and Matt Drake get together to discuss the Samuel Montembeault contract extension and the Montreal Canadiens organizational players of the month for November.
Bottom Six Minutes 23 - Habs vs. Panthers - Blind, Deaf, Ref.
December 01, 2023 03:34 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBMatt Drake discusses the shockingly bad officiating, among other things, in the Habs game against the Panthers.
Bottom Six Minutes 22 - Habs @ Blue Jackets - Road Warriors
November 30, 2023 03:05 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBMatt Drake discusses the Habs ending their road trip on a high note in Columbus
Bottom Six Minutes 20 & 21 - Habs, California Dreaming
November 26, 2023 00:18 - 20 minutes - 19 MBMatt Drake discusses the Habs two most recent performances against San Jose and Los Angeles, respectively.
Bottom Six Minutes 19 - Habs @ Ducks - aLex newhook
November 23, 2023 07:28 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBMatt Drake discusses the Habs potentially ending their California curse with a win in Anaheim.
Habsent Minded 6.40: It's not time to worry about the Canadiens
November 20, 2023 15:02 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBJared Book is joined by Patrik Bexell to discuss David Reinbacher's Swiss team Kloten firing their head coach, and then is joined by Matt Drake to discuss the Canadiens and why their recent run of form is not worrisome to them.
Bottom Six Minutes 18 - Habs @ Bruins - Poke the bear
November 19, 2023 03:48 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBMatt Drake discusses his beef with PJ Stock, and the Bruins running over the Canadiens at TD Garden.
Habsent Minded 6.39: European Prospect Quarterly Review
November 17, 2023 17:28 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBDmitri Kostenko, Alexander Gordin and Petteri Nurmi Filip Eriksson, Yevgeni Volokhin, Bogdan Konyushkov and Oliver Kapanen Vinzenz Rohrer, Adam Engström and David Reinbacher
Bottom Six Minutes 17 - Habs vs. Golden Knights - PROMOTE YLONEN
November 17, 2023 03:37 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBMatt Drake demands a promotion for Jesse Ylonen after his performance against Vegas.
Bottom Six Minutes 16 - Habs vs. Flames - Burnt out
November 15, 2023 03:16 - 20 minutes - 19 MBMatt Drake discusses an incredibly frustrating game between the Habs and Flames
Bottom Six Minutes 15 - Habs vs. Canucks - Canuckleheads
November 13, 2023 03:12 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBMatt Drake recaps the Canadiens first meeting with one of the hottest teams in the West in the Vancouver Canucks
Bottom Six Minutes 14 - Habs vs. Bruins - Perfection
November 12, 2023 03:34 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBMatt Drake recaps a truly amazing effort from the Habs against the Eastern Conference leading Boston Bruins
Bottom Six Minutes 13 - Habs @ Red Wings - FULL 60+
November 10, 2023 03:29 - 21 minutes - 20 MBMatt Drake recaps the best game the Habs have played in a while
Bottom Six Minutes 12 - Habs vs. Bolts - Shocking
November 08, 2023 03:27 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBMatt Drake rants about a terrible start costing the Montreal Canadiens at home against the Tampa Bay Lightning
Habsent Minded 6.38: Juraj Slafkovský's development could answer another question
November 06, 2023 19:22 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBJared Book, Matt Drake, and Anton Rasegård get together to discuss the last week of Montreal Canadiens action including Juraj Slafkovský's development, Mike Matheson's struggles, and an update on a player making a big return to the OHL.
Bottom Six Minutes 11 - Habs @ Blues- Misery, Missouri
November 05, 2023 02:19 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBMatt Drake discusses Juraj Slafkovsky getting promoted to the top line in a tough game against the Blues.
Prospect Minded; Adam Engström's defensive development with Max Bohlin (assistant coach of Rögle).
November 04, 2023 08:43 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBPatrik Bexell discuss Adam Engström's start of the season, and brings on Rögle's assistant coach Max Bohlin for a deper insight into Adam Engström's development.
Bottom Six Minutes 10 - Habs @ Yotes - Fake Team
November 03, 2023 05:06 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBMatt Drake rants about the amateur hour that is Mullet Arena, and Sean Monahan's torrid pace to start the season.
Habsent Minded 6.36: Organizational Players of the Month - October
November 01, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBWe discuss: -The Canadiens -The Rocket -Europe -North America -The new women's team active players (in Europe).
Bottom Six Minutes 9 - Habs @ VGK - Knighted
October 31, 2023 06:19 - 18 minutes - 17 MBMatt Drake discusses a surprisingly strong effort for the Habs against the league-leading Golden Knights.
Bottom Six Minutes 8 - Habs vs. Jets - Comeback Kids
October 29, 2023 02:49 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBMatt Drake discusses yet another comeback by the Montreal Canadiens, and Kaiden Guhle's excellent return from injury.
Bottom Six Minutes 7 - Habs vs. Blue Jackets - Goalfield
October 27, 2023 02:25 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBMatt Drake discusses some run and gun hockey, and Cole Caufield's brilliance in the Habs game against the Blue Jackets.
Bottom Six Minutes 6 - Habs vs. Devils - Devillish
October 25, 2023 02:50 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBMatt Drake discusses Cayden Primeau's first taste of action in the second half of a back-to-back against the Devils
Bottom Six Minutes 5 - Habs @ Sabres - Vintage Gallagher
October 24, 2023 02:12 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBMatt Drake discusses the resurgent Brendan Gallagher, and Jake Allen's second strong game in a row against the Sabres.
Atlantic Division Preview: Detroit Red Wings, with Brian Fisher of Locked On Red Wings
October 23, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBJared Book is joined by Brian Fisher as they discuss the Detroit Red Wings. What are the expectations for the season? How much pressure is there on the Yzerplan to show some results? What about that defence that includes old friends Ben Chiarot and Jeff Petry? (Editor's Note: This was recorded prior to the season starting)
Bottom Six Minutes 4 - Habs vs. Caps - American Sniper
October 22, 2023 02:31 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMatt Drake recaps Cole Caufield's brilliance in a tight game for the Habs against the Washington Capitals
Atlantic Division Preview: Boston Bruins, with Jake Reiser of Stanley Cup of Chowder
October 21, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBJared Book is joined by Jake Reiser of Stanley Cup of Chowder to discuss the Boston Bruins and their upcoming season. How do they deal with the loss of Patrice Bergeron? How much pressure is there on management for some playoff success? (Editor's note: Please note that this was recorded before the start of the season)
Prospect Minded; Vinzenz Rohrer and the National League (with Thomas Roost)
October 20, 2023 07:14 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBWhat about Vinzenz Rohrer playing with the Zürich Lions, and what about the (Swiss) National League as a development league and their new status among the European Hockey Leagues?
Habsent Minded EXTRA: Kaiden Guhle out, but it's only day-to-day
October 19, 2023 18:34 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBThe bad news is Kaiden Guhle is injured, the good news is, the team has confirmed it won't be long-term.
The Launch Pad: A look at the Laval Rocket
October 18, 2023 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBJared Book takes a look at the Laval Rocket's first two games and what it could mean going forward in the first bi-weekly podcast episode devoted to the Montreal Canadiens' AHL affiliate. Topics include Joel Armia, Joshua Roy, Mattias Norlinder, Logan Mailloux, and more. Plus, how head coach Jean-François Houle intends to build the team's identity.
Bottom Six Minutes 3 - Habs vs. Wild - Power Killed
October 18, 2023 02:22 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBMatt Drake recaps a rough night for the Habs and their power play against the Minnesota Wild.
Atlantic Division Preview: Ottawa Senators, with Beata Elliot from Silver Seven Sens
October 17, 2023 14:26 - 32 minutes - 30 MBJared Book is joined by Beata Elliott of Silver Seven Sens to discuss the Ottawa Senators. How much pressure is there on the team to make the playoffs? Who is on the hot seat? Who can step up this season? Silver Seven Sens was a sister site of Eyes on the Prize at SB Nation and have also gone independent. You can visit them at www.silversevensens.com.
Habsent Minded 6.35: Kirby Dach out with significant injury, recapping the first two games
October 16, 2023 17:29 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBJared Book and Matt Drake discuss the breaking news that Kirby Dach is expected to be out long-term with a "significant" injury, plus they look back at the first two games of the season.
Bottom Six Minutes 2 - Habs vs. Blackhawks - Bedard? More like Boo-dard
October 15, 2023 02:42 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBMatt Drake discusses an excellent team performance from the Canadiens in their first meeting with Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks
Atlantic Division Preview: Buffalo Sabres, with Anthony from Expected Buffalo
October 14, 2023 14:24 - 30 minutes - 28 MBJared Book is joined by Anthony from ExpectedBuffalo.com where they discuss the Buffalo Sabres. How optimistic are Sabres fans entering the season? How patient are they? How much is riding on Devon Levi, and how close are the Sabres to the playoffs?
Atlantic Division Preview: Florida Panthers with Armando Velez of Locked on Panthers
October 13, 2023 13:55 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBArmando Velez of Locked on Panthers joins the podcast to discuss the division rivals Florida Panthers squad and projection for the upcoming season.
Bottom Six Minutes 1 - Habs @ Leafs - Hootenanny
October 12, 2023 03:01 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBMatt Drake discusses a very fun opener against the Leafs, including Arber Xhekaj cementing his role as the Sheriff, and some other encouraging signs of life from the Habs.
Atlantic Division Preview: Toronto Maple Leafs, with Steve Dangle
October 11, 2023 18:48 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBJared Book is joined by Steve Dangle to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs. What are the expectations? What would make a successful season, and what is the future of the core?
Atlantic Division Preview: Tampa Bay Lightning, with Justin Godfrey of Raw Charge
October 10, 2023 13:30 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBJared Book is joined by the Managing Editor of Raw Charge Justin Godfrey as they discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning ahead of their season opener. They discuss how the Lightning expect to get through the surprise injury to Andrei Vasilevskiy, the Steven Stamkos contract, and just how long the window can expect to stay open. Raw Charge is part of the For Hockey Fans network and has been a sister site of Habs Eyes on the Prize since they were at SB Nation.
Habsent Minded 6.34: Joel Armia on waivers, final cuts made
October 09, 2023 16:22 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBJared Book, Matt Drake, and Anton Rasegård discuss the Montreal Canadiens final cuts, including Joel Armia and Gustav Lindström on waivers, and Mattias Norlinder and Emil Heineman sent to the Laval Rocket.
Bottom Six Minutes: IT WAS 3-1
October 03, 2023 02:14 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBMatt Drake discusses some intriguing performances from Logan Mailloux and Mattias Norlinder in a big comeback against the Leafs
Habsent Minded 6.33: Cuts Cuts Cuts.
October 01, 2023 15:45 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThe full crew met up in near Earth orbit to talk about last nights cuts from camp, and the implications of some of them. With no cuts of the podcast, there is an explicit warning on the recording...
Bottom Six Minutes: Guhle Gang
October 01, 2023 01:56 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBMatt Drake discusses Kaiden Guhle looking show ready in another pre-season loss for the Habs
Bottom Six Minutes: Pre-season Power Kill
September 30, 2023 02:01 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBMatt Drake discusses the Habs inept power play costing them in their pre-season meeting with the Leafs
Bottom Six Minutes: Slafkovsky Special
September 28, 2023 03:13 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBMatt Drake discusses Juraj Slafkovsky's best camp performance to date in a pre-season win over the Senators
Bottom Six Minutes: Joshua Roy, NHL player?
September 26, 2023 02:33 - 19 minutes - 18 MBMatt Drake discusses the Habs pre-season loss to the Devils, and how Joshua Roy looked like a true NHLer in it.
Bottom Six Minutes: Rouge et Blanc
September 24, 2023 19:36 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBMatt Drake gives his impressions from the annual Red vs. White scrimmage at the Bell Centre.
Bottom Six Minutes: Le Roy du Scrimmage
September 23, 2023 21:28 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBMatt Drake discusses the scrimmage performances of Joshua Roy, Owen Beck, and more
Bottom Six Minutes: Scrimmage Heroes
September 22, 2023 01:36 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBMatt Drake discusses standout performances in the first day of scrimmages at Habs training camp