Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens
1,221 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsLocked On Canadiens podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Montreal Canadiens and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Scott Matla and Laura Saba, the Locked On Canadiens podcast provides your daily Canadiens fix with expert opinions, local analysis, trivia, and coverage of all aspects of the Habs franchise. Locked On Canadiens takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Canadiens locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Canadiens podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Episode 859 - Montreal Canadiens Cole Caufield contract extension rumours, Michael Pezzetta extension, NHL salary cap update
June 05, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBAre the Montreal Canadiens and Cole Caufield closing in on a contract extension? A report from Tony Marinaro prior to the weekend certainly seems encouraging. Michel Pezzetta has been signed to a 2-year contract extension with the Habs and we have a lot of feelings about what this means for the player and the team. Finally, the NHL salary cap is set to remain stagnant for this year but is expected to rise quite a bit next year. We talk about how this affects the future of Kent Hughes' rebuil...
Episode 858 - Is David Reinbacher the best option for the Montreal Canadiens at the NHL Draft?
June 02, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens It's a massive Friday Mailbag episode with a mountain of topics to cover! With the Athletic again having defender David Reinbacher mocked to the Canadiens, and then another defenceman later on in the first round, is it worth missing out on star potential forwards to replenish some of the defensive pool? Which soon to be former Canadien will the hosts miss the most? What the heck is up with Josh Anderson's shoes from his engagement and which Habs should MC...
Episode 857 - Montreal Canadiens NHL draft strategy ideas, which NHL teams are good at development, NHL Ted Lasso
June 01, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBA soundbite from new Nashville Predators General Manager Barry Trotz has us thinking what we would like the Montreal Canadiens NHL Entry Draft strategy to be in the short and long term. We also would like to start a conversation with our listeners about which NHL teams are good at developing their talent and which ones have squandered good drafting. Plus: if there was a Ted Lasso style situation in the NHL, who would be who (rest assured that there are no Season 3 plot spoilers in this episo...
Episode 856 - Should the Montreal Canadiens trade their first round pick in the NHL Draft?
May 31, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Montreal Canadiens announced today that they will not offer prospect Frederik Dichow a contract, and that the goalie will become a free agent on June 1st. However, the Canadiens are not without potential options in the minor leagues next season as a loophole has allowed Joe Vrbetic to escape needing an NHL deal for another two years. So where does this leave the Canadiens in terms of goalies now? With the Stanley Cup Final just days away from starting...
Episode 855 - Montreal Canadiens deadline to sign goalies Vrbetic and Dichow looms, predicting 23-24 Habs roster
May 30, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBThe Montreal Canadiens will need to sign Frederik Dichow and Joe Vrbetic by June 1 in order to retain their rights, and we talk about both players' future with the Habs. Later on in today's episode, we have some listener topic suggestions, in which we predict the opening night roster for next season, and compare the 2023 Florida Panthers Stanley Cup run to the 2021 Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup run. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouT...
Episode 854 - Montreal Canadiens offseason miscellany: Josh Anderson trade destinations, NHL draft targets, & more with Jay Forster of Locked On Blue Jackets
May 29, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 32.5 MBOn today's episode, Jay Forster of Locked On Blue Jackets joins us to talk some Montreal Canadiens offseason miscellany. First, we talk about where we think Josh Anderson might be traded to if it came to it. We then talk about the NHL Entry draft and who we would each target if we were give the choice on behalf of our teams. How good is Matvei Michkov and what would he mean to a team that would take a chance on him. We then move on the Pierre-Luc Dubois chatter and address the perception tha...
Episode 853 - Montreal Canadiens mailbag: who should be the Habs' trade targets and potential NHL Draft picks?
May 26, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIt's the Friday Montreal Canadiens mailbag! We start the episode by talking about the IIHF World Championships before moving on to our mailbag. Questions this week include: should the Habs trade for Arizona Coyotes forward Clayton Keller? Which prospect will be available when the Habs draft with their Florida Panthers pick at 31st or 32nd? What other sports would we want to see the Habs play? And more. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=Yo...
Episode 852 - Dissecting Cole Caufield contract comparables, Lane Hutson's World Championship performance
May 25, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens Former fan favourite Andrew Shaw was on a podcast that dropped this week, and his appearance has drawn immediate criticism for a number of reason. Scott discusses the biggest points and why it's disappointing to see a former Hockey is for Everyone representative from the Habs say what Shaw did. Pivoting from there, Cole Caufield still remains without a new contract, but fans shouldn't worry too much as Caufield has plenty of time and comparables for his n...
Episode 851 - Winnipeg Jets wanted Nick Suzuki from Montreal Canadiens for Pierre-Luc Dubois, more mock draft fun
May 24, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBThe Montreal Canadiens and Pierre-Luc Dubois remain interested in each other, and we react to a report by Murat Ates of the Athletic that the Winnipeg Jets asked for Nick Suzuki in return for Dubois. We also react to the Athletic's mock draft as they mention a name we have not discussed here yet in Ryan Leonard. Plus: the importance of building a perennial contender as opposed to a one-and-done juggernaut. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?si...
Episode 850 - Should the Canadiens worry about a Cole Caufield offer sheet?
May 23, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The NHL and NHLPA appear to be exploring a path towards an 84 game season, adding on two more games for teams in what already feels like a season that lasts too long. The host discuss their feelings around why an 84 game season is heading in the wrong direction for the NHL, and why shortening the season might lead to a better quality of hockey. Marc Bergevin's name has popped up a lot in recent interviews for NHL general manager positions, with the Pengui...
Episode 849 - European Football traditions we would love to see the in the NHL, Toronto Maple Leafs GM drama
May 22, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWhile the Montreal Canadiens have been quiet lately, the Toronto Maple Leafs have been the opposite. We discuss Brendan Shanahan's decision to part ways with Kyle Dubas, how he handled the press conference announcing the change, and what this means for the Montreal Canadiens. We then turn our attention to an intriguing Habs mailbag question we received last week: what English Premier League or European Football traditions, rules, or procedures would we have the NHL adopt if we could? The tra...
Episode 848 - Grading wild Montreal Canadiens trade proposals
May 19, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens Kicking off a fun Friday show, the hosts discuss the fact that all 32 NHL GMs operate inside a WhatsApp group when discussing players available for trades and other situations. Scott and Laura want to know which GM is the most annoying member of the chat, who posts memes, and who just doesn't answer their texts at all? Then, it is on to the Friday Mailbag and there are plenty of trade proposals for the hosts to discuss. What would the Canadiens want in re...
Episode 847 - Montreal Canadiens prospect Lane Hutson shines, Arizona Coyotes future in doubt, Habs hire wishlist
May 18, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBMontreal Canadiens prospect Lane Hutson has come a long way in his first year after being drafted by the Habs, firing on all cylinders and impressing on the world stage. We take the time to discuss his progress and his effort. We then talk about our wishlist for the Canadiens front office as well as the coaching staff. Finally, we discuss the news out of Tempe and the future, or lack thereof, of the Arizona Coyotes. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCa...
Episode 846 - NHL Conference Final predictions and what the Canadiens can learn from the final four
May 17, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The NHL Conference Finals are upon us all, and the Locked on Canadiens hosts are here to take a look at the four remaining teams and make some predictions as we inch closer to the Stanley Cup Final. Will the Florida Panthers continue to defy the odds and worsen the Canadiens draft pick? Or will the Carolina Hurricanes keep their impressive march going? Out west it looks like the Vegas Golden Knights are nearing a second Cup final appearance, but in their ...
Episode 845 - Montreal Canadiens player reviews for Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, Justin Barron, and Rem Pitlick
May 16, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBWe cap off our Montreal Canadiens player reviews for this season with Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, Justin Barron, and Rem Pitlick. How much should Cole Caufield's next contract with the Habs be for? Will Rem Pitlick play in Montreal this year? What are Justin Barron and Nick Suzuki's ceilings? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Also m...
Episode 844 - Can the Montreal Canadiens learn anything from the Toronto Maple Leafs playoff loss?
May 15, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens Another year, another disappointing playoff exit for the Toronto Maple Leafs, this time at the hands of the Florida Panthers in five games. With the Canadiens embarking on a rebuild, centered around their young talent, are there lessons to be learned by Kent Hughes and the Habs following Toronto's loss? Scott and Laura discuss building a lineup that is balanced, and trying to keep both young talent under contract, but not overpaying so badly that you're ha...
Episode 843 - A Montreal Canadiens Mock Draft Special 2.0
May 12, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens Scott welcomes Ian Boisvert of The Build podcast to the show! To start the show, there's some new talk surrounding Cole Caufield's contract extension and it relates to the Ottawa Senators of all teams. Is Tim Stutzle's new contract extension the perfect framework for Caufield, or is there someone else that Kent Hughes should look at to model his deal after? Scott and Ian discuss that, and how the lack of a new deal is causing a bit of panic around the Hab...
Episode 842 - Montreal Canadiens defensive corps future, a spicy trade proposal, Carey Price moving back home?
May 11, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBLongtime Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price and his family have put their Montreal-area home on the market, capping off an entire Habs era. A listener submitted a trade proposal involving Cole Caufield and Logan Mailloux and we could not wait until the mailbag episode to discuss it. Finally, speaking of Logan Mailloux, we try to figure out a little bit of the future defensive corps in Montreal, focusing on the development and potential of Mattias Norlinder. Follow & Subscribe on all ...
Episode 841 - Judging the Montreal Canadiens options at the NHL Draft, will Kent Hughes choose Michkov?
May 10, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Montreal Canadiens are confirmed to be picking fifth overall, and Kent Hughes addressed the media after the Draft Lottery on Monday night. Habs fans feel slightly uneasy afterwards with Hughes mentioning work ethic and character repeatedly. Scott takes a peek into Hughes' quotes, and why fans should give the Habs' front office time to cook heading into draft season. Speaking of the characteristics Hughes mentioned, which prospects would fit them at fi...
Episode 840 - Montreal Canadiens picking 5th overall in 2023 NHL Entry Draft: instant reaction live show
May 09, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBThe Montreal Canadiens are officially picking 5th overall in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft and we recorded our instant reaction to it live. In the first segment we talk about what 5th overall means for the Habs. In the second segment, we look at some players that may be available to Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton at that spot. In our final segment, we talk about what it would take to move up or down in the draft as well as our feelings about Chicago winning the Connor Bedard sweepstakes. Follow & S...
Episode 839 - Montreal Canadiens mailbag: revisiting the 2019 NHL draft and where Cole Caufield would rank now
May 08, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThe second part of our Montreal Canadiens mailbag continues today with an intriguing question: if we could go back in time and re-do the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, who would we pick 2nd after Jack Hughes? We also have questions about how the NHL lottery odds work, which Habs prospects we should not get too attached to in Montreal, which ones are most likely to be NHL regulars next year, and more. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouTube Lock...
Episode 838 - Lane Hutson and Sean Farrell to suit up for Team USA at the World Championships
May 05, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Montreal Canadiens are sending three of their top young players to the World Championships for Team USA this month! Sean Farrell, Luke Tuch and Lane Hutson will suit up for the Americans at the tournament and it's a big deal for a number of reasons. First, it's another international showing for Sean Farrell and based on his age and number of appearances at this level it's clear he's well liked by the management team. As for Tuch and Hutson, it's a mass...
Episode 837 - Montreal Canadiens NHL Draft needs, what does next season hold for Mike Matheson and Rafaël Harvey-Pinard?
May 04, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens With the NHL Draft Lottery looming on Monday night, what exactly do the Montreal Canadiens need in terms of prospect depth? Scott uses EliteProspects rankings and the Habs current prospect depth to try and discover an answer. Could it be Matevi Michkov, or will the outstanding U18 performances from Will Smith and Gabriel Perrault propel them further up the draft board? Up after that, Mike Matheson came into the year with lofty expectations from fans after...
Episode 836 - Montreal Canadiens player reviews: Juraj Slafkovsky, Mike Hoffman, Jordan Harris
May 03, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBOur Montreal Canadiens player review series continues with three intriguing cases. Juraj Slafkovsky had a really strange rookie year in the NHL, full of ups and downs. Mike Hoffman's performance has been somewhat disadvantaged by the fact that this team is not a great fit for him, but the effort seemed to be there this season. Jordan Harris is extremely great at what he does, as long as our expectations of him are accurately matched with his strengths and his true potential. Follow & Subscr...
Episode 835 - NHL Roundup - Flames fire Sutter, Jets make poor decisions, Bruins choke away 3-1 series lead
May 02, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWith the Montreal Canadiens quiet lately, we decide to take a quick look around the rest of the NHL. The Calgary Flames have fired head coach Darryl Sutter and we discuss some of the chatter surrounding that move. The Winnipeg Jets appear to be daring their fans to abandon them and we share our thoughts on that. And finally, the Boston Bruins, winners of the President's Trophy, have choked away a 3-1 series lead. We take a moment to discuss, as Habs fans. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast p...
Episode 834 - Two Habs fans react to the Maple Leafs first round win, is next year going to be better for Joel Edmundson?
May 01, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Toronto Maple Leafs finally slayed their first round demons, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning in six games to snap a 19-year drought of ineptitude. The hosts take a moment to give their thoughts on the Habs' forever rival finally overcoming the first round, and whether or not either of them are happy about it. Then, it's on to the reviews once again! First up is Christian Dvorak, the centre who seems to not really fit any sort of mold in Montreal and...
Episode 833 - Montreal Canadiens Draft talk: Matthew Wood, Will Smith, Gabriel Perreault, Trey Augustine, and more
April 28, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 27.2 MBFor our Montreal Canadiens mailbag this week, we welcome Sebastian High, Head Scout for Dobber Prospects, to answer listener questions about the upcoming 2023 NHL Entry Draft. Players covered today: Matthew Wood Will Smith Gabriel Perreault Trey Augustine Ewan Huet Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Also make sure to follow Loc...
Episode 832 - Montreal Canadiens player reviews: Kirby Dach, Jonathan Drouin, David Savard
April 27, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBThe Montreal Canadiens player reviews continue for the show and the hosts are taking a peek at two of the most criticized players in the organization, and one of the newest members of the club as well! Right off the bat, the hosts take a look at David Savard, who again was asked to play far above his expected level for most of the season and had his fair share of struggles once again. With two years left on his contract is there as way for Kent Hughes to make Savard a viable trade asset, or...
Episode 831 - Montreal Canadiens player reviews: grades for Kaiden Guhle, Chris Wideman, Michael Pezzetta
April 26, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBOur Montreal Canadiens player review series continues with rookie defenseman Kaiden Guhle, veteran defenseman Chris Wideman, and sophomore forward Michael Pezzetta. Guhle was a bright spot in an abysmal Habs season during all the games he was able to play until his injury. Chris Wideman unfortunately did not endear himself as he previously had to the fanbase or the coaching staff. Michael Pezzetta struggled in the early going, even becoming a healthy scratch for a stretch of time, but was ab...
Episode 830 - An NHL playoff look in, reviewing the surprising seasons of Josh Anderson and Arber Xhekaj for the Montreal Canadiens
April 25, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens An insanely entertaining first round of the playoffs is still underway, but with so many storylines and narratives already forming the hosts try their best to fit it all into the opening segment. Are the Leafs going to finally win a round after stealing game against Tampa? Are the Oilers about to be upset victims despite being tied in their series? What series has surprised the hosts the most? Then, it's onto player reviews for this past year! Starting t...
Episode 830 - An NHL playoff look in, reviewing the surprising seasons of Josh Anderson and Arber Xhekaj for the Montreal Canadiens
April 25, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutesInside today's Locked on Canadiens An insanely entertaining first round of the playoffs is still underway, but with so many storylines and narratives already forming the hosts try their best to fit it all into the opening segment. Are the Leafs going to finally win a round after stealing game against Tampa? Are the Oilers about to be upset victims despite being tied in their series? What series has surprised the hosts the most? Then, it's onto player reviews for this past year! Starting th...
Episode 829 - Montreal Canadiens player grades for Jake Allen and Samuel Montembeault, Laval Rocket season over
April 24, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBWe begin our Montreal Canadiens player reviews with the goaltenders: Jake Allen and Samuel Montembeault. We first discuss the Laval Rocket and the end of their season after a loss to the Utica Comets in the AHL playoffs, and whether Cayden Primeau will start the season in Montreal. We then talk about Jake Allen, the season he's had, and whether the Habs will say goodbye to him in the upcoming offseason. Finally, we discuss Samuel Montembeault, who has emerged as a decent option in goal after...
Episode 828 - Montreal Canadiens mailbag: Laval Rocket, NHL Stanley Cup playoffs, and more
April 21, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutesOn today's Montreal Canadiens mailbag, we discuss the Laval Rocket's first game in their AHL playoff series against the Utica Comets. We then discuss thoughts on the NHL playoff series to date, and finally move on to the mailbag questions, in which we discuss NHL expansion/relocation, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson, Josh Anderson, and more. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & Mo...
Episode 828 - Montreal Canadiens mailbag: Laval Rocket, NHL Stanley Cup playoffs, and more
April 21, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBOn today's Montreal Canadiens mailbag, we discuss the Laval Rocket's first game in their AHL playoff series against the Utica Comets. We then discuss thoughts on the NHL playoff series to date, and finally move on to the mailbag questions, in which we discuss NHL expansion/relocation, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson, Josh Anderson, and more. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOCanadiens?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & ...
Episode 827 - Montreal Canadiens NHL Draft talk with Tony Ferrari: Andrew Cristall, Colby Barlow, David Reinbacher
April 20, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 24.1 MBWhat players might be available to the Montreal Canadiens in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft when it's time to use the as-yet-undetermined first round pick they acquired from the Florida Panthers? In today's episode, we ask Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News to tell us about a few of the prospects. In the first segment we discuss Andrew Cristall, in the second segment we talk about Colby Barlow, and in the final segment, David Reinbacher is on deck. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 htt...
Episode 826 - Montreal Canadiens 2023 NHL Draft preview with Tony Ferrari: Will Smith, Zach Benson, Oliver Moore
April 19, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThe Montreal Canadiens have the 5th-best odds in the upcoming 2023 NHL Entry Draft Lottery, so we asked Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News to share his insight on a few of the players that may be available to the Habs at that spot. In the first segment we discuss Will Smith, in the second segment we move on to Zach Benson, and in the third segment we focus on Oliver Moore. What do these players bring to the game? What are their weaknesses? And how should the Habs develop these players if they p...
Episode 825 - Montreal Canadiens fan NHL Playoff Haters' Ball and Laval Rocket AHL playoff preview
April 18, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBThe Montreal Canadiens are done for the season, but the Laval Rocket aren't, and neither are the NHL playoffs. Scott and Laura kick things off by taking a look at the upcoming three-game series for the Laval Rocket as they qualified for the Calder Cup playoffs in their final games of the season. What can we expect from the Rocket's biggest players, and can we expect any of the top prospects to be joining soon? Then, for the final two segments it's time for the Locked on Canadiens NHL Playof...
Episode 824 - Montreal Canadiens season-ending highlights and lowlights, Laval Rocket clinch AHL playoff spot
April 17, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBThe Montreal Canadiens season did not really go as hoped - the Habs did not make much progress, nor did they secure a top 3 pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, but we do have some positive notes for the season as well as a few key areas we think they failed. In the first segment, we discuss the Laval Rocket clinching a spot in the AHL playoffs before discussing some key quotes from the Canadiens locker clean out day. We follow that up with the season 3 Down, before getting into the season 3 Up...
Episode 823 - Montreal Canadiens end season with wild game against Boston Bruins, Friday Habs Mailbag
April 14, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBThe Montreal Canadiens played a wild game against the Boston Bruins to close out their season at home. Lucas Condotta scored his first NHL goal on his first NHL shift, Nick Suzuki was able to tie Cole Caufield with 26 goals on the season, Rem Pitlick pulled off a ridiculous move to feed Michael Pezzetta, and more. We also have our weekly Friday Habs mailbag, in which we discuss who the Canadiens could draft at the 5th overall spot in the upcoming 2023 NHL Entry Draft, which of them would win...
Episode 822 - Montreal Canadiens Nick Suzuki's first season as Habs captain, Laval Rocket still in the hunt
April 13, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThe Montreal Canadiens organization still has some playoff hopes in the form of the Laval Rocket, who continue to stay alive in the AHL playoff push and continue to do it in style. The Habs lost to the Islanders but Nick Suzuki continues to perform even through some nagging injuries so we talk about his first season as a leader of this team. Finally, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been eliminated from the playoff race for the first time in a decade and a half - we take the opportunity to discu...
Episode 822 - Montreal Canadiens Nick Suzuki's first season as Habs captain, Laval Rocket still in the hunt
April 13, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutesThe Montreal Canadiens organization still has some playoff hopes in the form of the Laval Rocket, who continue to stay alive in the AHL playoff push and continue to do it in style. The Habs lost to the Islanders but Nick Suzuki continues to perform even through some nagging injuries so we talk about his first season as a leader of this team. Finally, the Pittsburgh Penguins have been eliminated from the playoff race for the first time in a decade and a half - we take the opportunity to discus...
Episode 821 - Joël Teasdale finally gets his NHL call up, did the Habs do the right thing with Juraj Slafkovsky?
April 12, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Montreal Canadiens made some roster moves ahead of Wednesday's game against the New York Islanders! While Frederic Allard wasn't a total surprise, the Canadiens rewarded forward Joël Teasdale with his first NHL call-up and his first game against the Islanders. Scott breaks down Teasdale's path to his NHL debut, and why it's a perfect ending point for the Habs this year, and a huge benefit for the Laval Rocket as well. First overall pick Juraj Slafkovs...
Episode 820 - Alex Belzile nominated for the Masterton, Cayden Primeau keeps the playoff dream alive
April 11, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Laval Rocket refuse to go quietly into the good night as they collected a massive 4-0 shutout win over the Penguins on Monday night. Cayden Primeau stole the show while both Jesse Ylönen and Rafaël Harvey-Pinard scored huge goals to secure the win. What does the path to the playoffs look like for the Rocket? Scott has the lowdown for you! Alex Belzile is the Canadiens nominee for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, Scott takes a look at why Belzile is...
Episode 819 - The Montreal Canadiens and Chris Wideman embarrass themselves in a loss to Toronto
April 10, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens Montreal, fresh off a big win against Washington on Thursday rolled into Toronto and...Promptly got blown out 7-1. The only player who even look like they showed up to play was Samuel Montembeault as the rest of the team was nowhere to be found. After the game Chris Wideman had some comments to the media that did nothing but make the loss sting even worse, Scott will have your recap and reaction. Then it's time for Three Up, Three Down! It's been a reall...
Episode 818 - Lane Hutson bows out of the Frozen Four, Joel Armia's hat trick topples the Capitals
April 07, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Montreal Canadiens took on the Washington Capitals on Thursday night, despite falling behind early the Habs ended up blowing out the Capitals without much issue. Thanks to Nick Suzuki's stunning shorthanded goal, and a hat trick from Joel Armia the Habs made Pride Night at the Bell Centre one to remember! Scott has your prospect update for the week, with plenty of good and bad overall! Lane Hutson and Luke Tuch unfortunately saw their bid for an NCAA ...
Episode 818 - Lane Hutson bows out of the Frozen Four, Joel Armia's hat trick topples the Capitals
April 07, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutesInside today's Locked on Canadiens The Montreal Canadiens took on the Washington Capitals on Thursday night, despite falling behind early the Habs ended up blowing out the Capitals without much issue. Thanks to Nick Suzuki's stunning shorthanded goal, and a hat trick from Joel Armia the Habs made Pride Night at the Bell Centre one to remember! Scott has your prospect update for the week, with plenty of good and bad overall! Lane Hutson and Luke Tuch unfortunately saw their bid for an NCAA t...
Episode 817 - The Montreal Canadiens NHL Draft Checklist
April 06, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens With just four games left on the schedule for the Montreal Canadiens, Scott takes a look at what many players on the team are playing for heading into another busy off-season for the Habs. Who will survive a busy summer, and what Kent Hughes should be placing high on his to-do list. Speaking of that to-do list, allegedly the Canadiens are interested in adding a third first-round pick in the upcoming NHL Draft. Based on previous rumours, who could the Cana...
Episode 816 - Montreal Canadiens Cole Caufield seen skating, Habs injury updates, belated mailbag on team's future
April 04, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBThe Montreal Canadiens injuries continue to pile up with the news that Alex Belzile's season is over thanks to a leg fracture and that Sean Monahan has undergone groin surgery. However, in some good news, Cole Caufield was spotted skating before practice. Plus: we have our makeup mailbag carried over from Friday, in which we discuss the Hobey Baker award voting, which awards we would like to see the Habs win, what the Habs will look like in 2026, how Jan Mysak is doing, and more. Follow & S...
Episode 815 - Montreal Canadiens sign goaltender Jakub Dobes, Habs weekly recap, Laval Rocket standouts
April 03, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBThe Montreal Canadiens have signed goaltender Jakub Dobes to a two-year entry level deal as well as to an AHL contract to play for the Laval Rocket for this season, and we have some thoughts on his potential. Then we move on to our weekly 3 Up, 3 Down, in which we are not happy with the sheer number of shots the Canadiens have allowed this week. However, we have plenty of praise for Samuel Montembeault, Rafael Harvey-Pinard, Emil Heineman, Pierrick Dubé, and Sean Farrell. Follow & Subscribe...
Locked on Canadiens Extra - Axel Sandin Pellikka, Leo Carlsson lead the way outside the Bedard sweepstakes for the Habs
April 01, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBInside today's Locked on Canadiens Patrik Bexell rejoins the show to preview some of the biggest names from Europe in the upcoming NHL Draft who could fall into the lap of the Montreal Canadiens. Who is Leo Carlsson, and why is he so much more than a consolation prize for a team who missed out on Conor Bedard or Adam Fantilli? Patrik breaks down the centre's performance with Orebro in the SHL, in addition to a strong showing in all U20 tournaments for Sweden. Keeping with Swedish players,...