Eyes On The Prize: A Montreal Canadiens podcast
795 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFor fans of the Montreal Canadiens.
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The Dispatch: World Junior Championship Build up - Montreal prospect Jacob Olofsson and Swedish coach Tomas Montén
December 07, 2019 09:50 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBThe Dispatch speaks to a red hot Jacob Olofsson who has broken out offensively with Skellefteå and who will play an important role on Team Sweden during the WJC. This is followed up with Sweden's coach Tomas Montén who gives some insight on his team selection that includes another Montreal Canadien prospect - Mattias Norlinder.
The Dispatch: World Junior Championship Build up - Montreal prospect Jacob Olofsson and Swedish coach Tomas Montén
December 07, 2019 09:50 - 20 minutesThe Dispatch speaks to a red hot Jacob Olofsson who has broken out offensively with Skellefteå and who will play an important role on Team Sweden during the WJC. This is followed up with Sweden's coach Tomas Montén who gives some insight on his team selection that includes another Montreal Canadien prospect - Mattias Norlinder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Habsent Minded 2.27: Organizational players of the month [November 2019]
December 01, 2019 18:24 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJared Book and Patrik Bexell discuss the four players of the month in the Canadiens organization: Shea Weber (NHL), Jacob Olofsson (European Prospect), Lukas Vejdemo (AHL), and Cam Hillis (North American Prospect). They also look ahead a bit to what is to come in December.
Habsent Minded 2.26: Its a season defining moment coming up against Boston
November 25, 2019 17:39 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBAndrew Zadarnowski and Patrik Bexell speaks about a week that was worse than expected. What was the reason for the weak performance and how can the Canadiens bounce back, but also the importance of the game against Boston that can influence the whole season.
The Dispatch: Frederik Dichow through the eyes of Denmark coach Olaf Eller
November 22, 2019 06:33 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBOlaf Eller discusses his goalie, and Montreal Canadiens prospect Frederik Dichow and how important it is for Denmark to get back to the top division inthe world juniors.
The Dispatch: Frederik Dichow through the eyes of Denmark coach Olaf Eller
November 22, 2019 06:33 - 11 minutesOlaf Eller discusses his goalie, and Montreal Canadiens prospect Frederik Dichow and how important it is for Denmark to get back to the top division inthe world juniors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Habsent Minded 2.25: At the quarter pole
November 20, 2019 10:54 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBJared Book, Patrik Bexell, and Namiko Hitotsubashi discuss the first 20 games, plus an update on Canadiens prospects in Laval and Europe. This podcast was recorded before Monday's news regarding Paul Byron and Jonathan Drouin's surgery and Tuesday's game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Habsent Minded Extra: The injury bug hits
November 18, 2019 16:54 - 10 minutes - 9.83 MBPatrik Bexell and Andrew Zadarnowski discuss the news that Jonathan Drouin and Paul Byron will require surgery.
Habsent Minded 2.24: Norlinder and Romanov at the 4-Nations
November 15, 2019 12:58 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBAnton Rasegård joins Patrik Bexell to evaluate the 4 Nations tournament from a Montreal Canadiens and World Junior Championship point of view.
Habsent Minded 2.23: Rocket-ing up the standings
November 12, 2019 03:56 - 23 minutes - 22 MBA solo episode for Jared Book as he looks at the success of the Laval Rocket and the trickle down effect that is having on some players in the ECHL, especially Michael McNiven who is a victim of the number's game. He then discusses the past week for the Montreal Canadiens where they picked up five of six points despite not playing their best hockey which is a good sign going forward. They were led by improved performances from Carey Price and Shea Weber. Finally, Jared ends off by briefly ...
Habsent Minded 2.22: Desert road trip and Ryan Poehling call up
November 04, 2019 19:04 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBAndrew Zadarnowski joins the show to give his impression on the EOTP players of the month, the desert road trip, Byron, Lehkonen and the Ryan Poehling call up. There might be some talk about watching the Habs from Europe and a certain comeback against the New York Rangers.
Habsent Minded 2.21: Organizational players of the month [October 2019]
November 01, 2019 12:20 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBScott Matla and Patrik Bexell discuss the reasoning behind this the organizational player of the months selection this month (October 2019). The pair discusses the pros and cons of the selectees and what it means for players, in the log run, that wasn't selected. Producer: Patrik Bexell
Habsent Minded 2:21: Organizational players of the month [October 2019]
November 01, 2019 12:20 - 16 minutesScott Matla and Patrik Bexell discuss the reasoning behind this the organizational player of the months selection this month (October 2019). The pair discusses the pros and cons of the selectees and what it means for players, in the log run, that wasn't selected. Producer: Patrik Bexell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Habsent Minded 2.20: A perfect Saturday night
October 29, 2019 11:35 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBJared Book and Patrik Bexell discuss the win against the Toronto Maple Leafs and how the fight they showed in the win shows a resilience that they haven't shown much before. They also discuss how the Canadiens' depth sets them up for success and how the strong start of Jonathan Drouin changes the outlook of the team.
The Dispatch: Sweden's WJC coach Tomas Montén discusses Habs prospects, World Junior tournament.
October 24, 2019 14:05 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBSweden's World Junior Championship coach Tomas Montén gives the listeners an idea what he sees in the Montreal Canadiens prospects that he picked for the upcoming 4-Nations tournament in Helsinki, Finland - Jacob Olofsson and Mattias Norlinder. He speaks about Olofsson's versatility as a player, and about Norlinder's overall game and how happy he is to coach the young defender for the first time.
Habsent Minded 2:19: Where will Norlinder play next season?
October 18, 2019 15:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBAnton Rasegård joins Patrik Bexell from Rome to discuss the news that the SHL team Brynäs has asked around for Mattias Norlinder in regards to next season. As Norlinder sits on an expiring contract he can choose his next team freely, which SHL would suit Norlinder, and should he go over to Montreal/Laval .after this season? The discussion then moves on to some of the other European prospects, some who were playing while the pod was being recorded.
Habsent Minded 2.18: How you Drouin?
October 16, 2019 04:46 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBJared Book, Patrik Bexell, and Julian McKenzie discuss the three games last week against the Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, and St. Louis Blues. They also discuss the start of the season for the team in general but focus on Jonathan Drouin and his contributions. Unfortunately we encountered some technical difficulties when this was recorded on Monday afternoon and because it took some time for it to be uploaded, Jared has a bonus section discussing Tuesday's game against the Tampa Bay ...
The Dispatch: Mattias Norlinder through the eyes and experience of former NHLer Tobias Enström
October 12, 2019 14:48 - 5 minutes - 5.39 MBTobias Enström has 700+ NHL games under his belt, and he plays together on the first pairing in Modo with Montreal Canadiens prospect Mattias Norliner. The Dispatch asked Enström what he thought about Norlinders NHL chances and development (spoiler alert, its really really good).
Habsent Minded 2.17: The Comeback Canadiens
October 09, 2019 02:22 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBJared Book and Patrik Bexell discuss the two comebacks by the Canadiens, and the week ahead. They also discuss the changing American Hockey League, and more...
The Dispatch: Frederik Dichow has his eyes on the Price
October 06, 2019 10:58 - 11 minutesWe speak to Frederik Dichow's coach Anton Blomqvist to get an idea about the latest Montreal Canadien goalie prospect before speaking to the great Dane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Dispatch: Frederik Dichow has his eyes on the Price
October 06, 2019 10:58 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBWe speak to Frederik Dichow's coach Anton Blomqvist to get an idea about the latest Montreal Canadien goalie prospect before speaking to the great Dane.
Habsent Minded 2.16: 2019-20 Season Preview
October 03, 2019 01:53 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBJared Book, Namiko Hitotsubashi, and Scott Matla join together to talk about the upcoming season for the Montreal Canadiens. What is their hottest take? Their biggest surprise? Their biggest disappointment? And most importantly... Is this team going to make the playoffs? Enjoy the season.
The Dispatch: A closer look at Jacob Olofsson's development
October 01, 2019 14:02 - 10 minutes - 10.2 MBSkellefteå AIK beat writer Adam Savonen, Skellefteå AIK coach Tommy Samuelsson and of course Jacob Olofsson speaks about the development and expectations on the Montreal Canadiens prospect playing in SHL.
Habsent Minded 2.15: The Canadiens Youth Movement
September 28, 2019 16:46 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBJared Book and Patrik Bexell discuss the youth in the Canadiens organization. They start with Europe with a quick look at prospects overseas before moving on to Cale Fleury, Ryan Poehling, and Nick Suzuki. They were supposed to part of the future. They also may part of the present. Then they discuss the depth of the organization and the trickle down effect it will have in Laval.
Habsent Minded 2.14: Forgot about Cay (Hockey is back)
September 19, 2019 13:31 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBJared Book, Namiko Hitotsubashi, and Julian McKenzie discuss early impressions from the Canadiens pre-season, the injuries to Noah Juulsen, and Michael McCarron, and the goaltending situation. They also forget briefly about Cayden Primeau and all realize it at the same time. (Note that this was recorded before Wednesday's game vs. Florida) LINKS (as discussed in the podcast): EOTP Meet up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/habs-eyes-on-the-prize-watch-party-tickets-71316111409 PWHPA Toronto:...
The Dispatch: Lahti Pelicans coach Ville Nieminen on Jesse Ylönen
September 18, 2019 02:15 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBPatrik discusses Canadiens prospect Jesse Ylönen and his development with his coach and former NHLer Ville Nieminen.
Habsent Minded 2.13: Fairbrother, Where Art Thou?
September 12, 2019 02:13 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBJared Book, Scott Matla, and Julian McKenzie discuss the team's rookie camp and look ahead to the team's training camp, the expectations on the team, and impressions from the team's golf tournament.
Habsent Minded 2.12: European Prospect Season Preview
September 03, 2019 16:17 - 38 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Habsent Minded 2.11: What's in a retired number, anyway?
August 23, 2019 13:25 - 37 minutesJared Book, Scott Matla, and Namiko Hitotsubashi discuss Andrei Markov and Tomas Plekanec and whether their numbers should hang from the rafters of the Bell Centre. The discussion moves to Saku Koivu, Carey Price, and even Brendan Gallagher. The trio then discuss the Top 25 Under 25 and what it means for the organization going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PuckDrop Europe: Coach's Challenge - Frölunda HC's Coach Roger Rönnberg
August 16, 2019 03:55 - 35 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Habsent Minded 2.10: Lukas Vejdemo - "My dream, my goal is to the play with the Canadiens"
August 13, 2019 03:30 - 31 minutesLukas Vejdemo joins the pod to speak about his time in the AHL and the big year comming up for him now. The difference between AHL and SHL, Joël Brouchard's coaching and of course his former roommate at training camp - Jesperi Kotkaniemi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Dispatch: Jesse Ylönen “My focus is here [this season] and then training camp next season”
August 08, 2019 08:17 - 9 minutesJesse Ylönen speaks about his offseason, development camp and first preseason tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2.9: Goal Caufield
August 05, 2019 02:50 - 43 minutesNamiko Hitotsubashi, Julian McKenzie, and Patrik Bexell join Jared Book to discuss Cole Caufield's performance at the World Junior Summer Showcase, Jesse Ylönen's pre-season debut, and Joni Ikonen's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Dispatch: Joni Ikonen: "I got an extra boost from my summer training [in Montreal]".
August 02, 2019 03:00 - 9 minutesKalPa player and Montreal prospect Joni Ikonen speaks about his offseason in Montreal, his role change in the team and why his shot got so much better during his injury break. The Dispatch is the feature with short interviews on the channel, it will feature interviews with Montreal players, prospects, their coach/coaches or people with insights of the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2.8: Big Mac's Last Stand and Top 25 Under 25 Snubs
July 29, 2019 20:02 - 36 minutesJared Book, Patrik Bexell, and Namiko Hitotsubashi discuss Michael McCarron's new contract, his future with the team and the start of the Top 25 Under 25. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2.7: The Summer Showcase
July 21, 2019 22:19 - 40 minutesCharles Hudon contract, Molson spending to the cap and the Montreal Canadiens players that will be present at the World Junior Summer Showcase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2.6: Is Marc Bergevin Finnished?
July 16, 2019 01:59 - 38 minutesJared Book, Namiko Hitotsubashi, Julian McKenzie, and Patrik Bexell get together to discuss the new contracts signed by Artturi Lehkonen and Joel Armia. Then they talk about whether Marc Bergevin is done for the summer, and if he isn't whether this team can make the playoffs. Then discussion turns to the prospect pool and the Top 25 Under 25 where voting is currently underway. If you are interested in voting head to habseyesontheprize.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Episode 2.5: Walk the Laine
July 09, 2019 03:44 - 38 minutesPatrik Bexell and Scott Matla discuss the busy week for the Montreal Canadiens, starting with the result of the Sebastian Aho offer sheet. They then discuss the new additions of Ben Chiarot and Nick Cousins before talking about another potential Finnish addition to the lineup: Patrik Laine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2.4: Aho lot to talk about
July 02, 2019 03:28 - 48 minutesJared Book, Scott Matla and Namiko Hitotsubashi discuss the moves that Marc Bergevin made over the last few days including the Sebastian Aho offer sheet. They also talk about the Keith Kinkaid signing and the trade of Andrew Shaw. Follow us on Twitter: Podcast: www.twitter.com/Habsent_Minded Website: www.twitter.com/HabsEOTP Jared: www.twitter.com/jaredbook Scott: www.twitter.com/scottmatla Namiko: www.twitter.com/Freawaru2020 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2.3: Cole Mining
June 26, 2019 05:33 - 45 minutesJared Book, Scott Matla, and Patrik Bexell look back at the Montreal Canadiens draft, including first-round pick Cole Caufield and the events leading up to the selection and the rest of the draft class, and then look forward to development camp. Follow us on Twitter: Podcast: www.twitter.com/Habsent_Minded Website: www.twitter.com/HabsEOTP Patrik: www.twitter.com/Zeb_Habs Jared: www.twitter.com/jaredbook Scott: www.twitter.com/scottmatla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
Episode 2.2: Feeling a Draft
June 19, 2019 11:31 - 31 minutesPatrik Bexell and Jared Book discuss the 2019 NHL Draft. First, they look back at the Canadiens 2018 draft before looking ahead at what will happen on June 21. Follow us on Twitter: Podcast: www.twitter.com/Habsent_Minded Website: www.twitter.com/HabsEOTP Patrik: www.twitter.com/Zeb_Habs Jared: www.twitter.com/jaredbook Bonus Draft Follow: David St. Louis www.twitter.com/RinksideView Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 2.1: Draft, Karlsson, and Duchene, oh my!
June 08, 2019 15:39 - 47 minutesJared Book, Scott Matla, and Patrik Bexell kick off our second season of Habsent Minded with a look at the draft. There are several options for Montreal to take with their 15th overall pick. Then they talk about a couple of high profile free agent rumours linking the Canadiens. Follow us on Twitter: Podcast: www.twitter.com/Habsent_Minded Website: www.twitter.com/HabsEOTP Patrik: www.twitter.com/Zeb_Habs Scott: www.twitter.com/scottmatla Jared: www.twitter.com/jaredbook Learn more about your...
Special Episode: Christian Folin interview
June 07, 2019 06:38 - 33 minutesPatrik Bexell sits down for a candid talk with Montreal Canadiens defenceman Christian Folin. The two discuss his trade to Montreal, how he feels about the team and the city, and much more. Follow Patrik on Twitter: www.twitter.com/Zeb_Habs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 1.30: Exceeding expectations
April 09, 2019 13:42 - 57 minutesJared Book, Patrik Bexell, and Namiko Hitotsubashi come together to talk about Ryan Poehling's crazy NHL debut. They also talk about the Canadiens season and how it exceeded expectations, and they even dig out their pre-season predictions to compare. Then they discuss the CWHL folding, and how women's hockey is at a critical point and how it may be unfairly judged based on history. This will be our last "regular" episode and throughout the summer we will bring you episodes as news necessit...
Episode 1.29: Five games to go
March 28, 2019 04:15 - 46 minutesJared Book and Scott Matla discuss the Montreal Canadiens picking up nine of a possible 10 points and then move on to the big game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday. They also discuss the Laval Rocket and the future of the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PuckDrop Europe: Coach's Challenge - Djurgården's Robert Ohlsson
March 23, 2019 00:00 - 55 minutesDjurgården has moved into the SHL playoffs, and a few weeks ago I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lukas Vejdemo’s old mentor, Robert Ohlsson, for a discussion about coaching, hockey IQ, and Swedish coaches in the NHL. The interview is part of an ongoing series where we get a chance to listen to the thought process of up-and-coming coaches in Europe to understand their way of thinking, building and developing a team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 1.28: There's something about Carey
March 15, 2019 03:18 - 42 minutesScott Matla, Jared Book, and Namiko Hitotsubashi discuss Carey Price's record-setting 315th win, and what it means for his legacy. They also get heated when it comes time to discuss whether Price's #31 should be retired. They also discuss Les Canadiennes' third trip to the Clarkson Cup in four years after a semi-final win last week. Follow us on Twitter: Podcast: www.twitter.com/Habsent_Minded Website: www.twitter.com/HabsEOTP Namiko: www.twitter.com/Freawaru2020 Scott: www.twitter.com/scot...
Episode 1.27: What's at stake for the Canadiens in playoff push?
March 05, 2019 03:34 - 38 minutesJared Book and Scott Matla discuss the upcoming week for the Montreal Canadiens organization. They look at whether this season would be a failure without a playoff appearance, why there's optimism surrounding the Laval Rocket, and preview the Canadiennes upcoming playoff series. Follow us on Twitter: Podcast: www.twitter.com/Habsent_Minded Website: www.twitter.com/HabsEOTP Jared: www.twitter.com/jaredbook Scott: www.twitter.com/scottmatla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
Episode 1.26: The playoff push continues
February 28, 2019 04:02 - 37 minutesJared Book and Scott Matla discuss the last week with a look at the Montreal Canadiens' games against the New Jersey Devils and Detroit Red Wings. They also look at the acquisition of Jordan Weal at the trade deadline and the effects it could have on the Habs and the Laval Rocket. They also discuss Les Canadiennes and their upcoming playoff series with the Markham Thunder. Follow us on Twitter: Podcast: www.twitter.com/Habsent_Minded Website: www.twitter.com/HabsEOTP Jared: www.twitter.com...
PuckDrop Europe: Hockey Hall of Fame - Nicklas Lidström
February 27, 2019 00:00 - 39 minutesLidström speaks about being a hockey parent, following his sons games when it used to be the other way around, and how it is to be a janitor or run the penalty box. We speak about the Russian Five which; means one thing in Europe, and another in Detroit and the differences and similarities the two different lines actually had. The fact that he got to play both with and against them is fascinating and unreal as when Lidström faced them with Sweden the Berlin Wall stood tall, and at the time no...