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Canadiens Connection is a connection between our team of credentialed journalists with players, coaches and management around the NHL to bring you an inside look at the Montreal Canadiens.

Canadiens Connection brings listeners smart, penetrating insight about the Montreal Canadiens in a fun, interactive, inclusive format. The engaging podcast features the latest Habs news, debates, analysis from experts around the league and comments from passionate Habs fans.

Canadiens Connection is brought to you by the talented team that publishes All Habs Hockey Magazine. For more than a decade All Habs has been a trusted source for everything about the Montreal Canadiens.

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Canadiens Connection is a connection between our team of credentialed journalists with players, coaches and management around the NHL to bring you an inside look at the Montreal Canadiens.

Canadiens Connection brings listeners smart, penetrating insight about the Montreal Canadiens in a fun, interactive, inclusive format. The engaging podcast features the latest Habs news, debates, analysis from experts around the league and comments from passionate Habs fans.

Canadiens Connection is brought to you by the talented team that publishes All Habs Hockey Magazine. For more than a decade All Habs has been a trusted source for everything about the Montreal Canadiens.

    Fans Demand Answers | Canadiens Connection ep 236

    Fans Demand Answers | Canadiens Connection ep 236

    This Week’s Show: Habs Fans Demand AnswersSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsCheck out news Headlines posts at AllHabs.net. 
    Injury news regarding Kaiden Guhle and Josh Anderson. Kirby Dach, Brendan Gallagher, Jordan Harris and Jake Evans returned to the lineup.
    The Canadiens assigned forward Emil Heineman to the Laval Rocket.
    Sean Farrell signing watch is on as his NCAA season is over. Jayden Struble made his pro debut for Laval.
    Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
    NHLPA released their annual player survey. NHL Department of Player Safety suspended  A.J. Greer; Mike Hoffman responded.
    Segment 2: BIG Topic - Rocket Sports Mailbag: Dach, Drouin, Dubois + moreIt's the Spring edition of the Rocket Sports mailbag! We are always happy to hear from our Canadiens Connection listeners. The Habs may have less than 10 games remaining in the season but our listeners a lot on your minds this month.
    We respond to questions on Kirby Dach, Kent Hughes, Jonathan Drouin, Pierre-Luc Dubois, Sean Monahan, Lane Hutson and more!
    Segment 3: Have Your SayCanadiens upcoming events.Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.Listener's texts and emails.
    Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports RadioCanadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.
    Canadiens Connection is a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.
    Get the Canadiens Connection!Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
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    • 1 hr 43 min
    Who Stays? Who Goes? | Canadiens Connection ep 235

    Who Stays? Who Goes? | Canadiens Connection ep 235

    This Week’s Show: Who Stays? Who Goes?Segment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsInjury news regarding Christian Dvorak. Justin Barron returned to the lineup.
    Canadiens signed defenseman Jayden Struble to an entry-level contract.
    Sean Farrell is the ECAC Hockey Player of the Year and top-10 finalist for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award.
    Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
    Quotes of the week from Jayden Struble.
    NHL GM meetings wrapped up after three days in Florida this week. Marty St-Louis and Vinny Lecavalier were inducted into the Tampa Bay Lightning Hall of Fame.
    Segment 2: BIG Topic - Kent Hughes Has Decisions to MakeCanadiens GM Kent Hughes spoke this week about injuries, development and the success of the season.
    Kent Hughes and the entire Hockey Operations team have started to formulate their plans for next season including departures and potential acquisitions. Who should be part of the Montreal Canadiens depth chart for next season?
    Segment 3: Have Your SayCanadiens upcoming events.Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.Listener's texts and emails.
    Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports RadioCanadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.
    Canadiens Connection is a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.
    Get the Canadiens Connection!Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
    Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! Use our single link below on any device to locate subscription links to major podcast apps.
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    • 1 hr 31 min
    Top Priorities for Habs Hockey Ops | Canadiens Connection ep 234

    Top Priorities for Habs Hockey Ops | Canadiens Connection ep 234

    This Week’s Show: Top Priorities for Habs Hockey OpsSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsInjury news regarding Brendan Gallagher, Kirby Dach and Arber Xhekaj. Kaiden Guhle returned to the lineup. Jake Allen and Mike Matheson earned Molson Cup honors.
    Historic regular season in the books for Canadiens prospect Lane Hutson.
    Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
    Canadiens nicknames and anniversary of the closing of the Montreal Forum.
    Segment 2: BIG Topic - Hockey Ops Top PrioritiesWe are just one month away from the close of the 2022-23 NHL regular season. With the Canadiens missing post-season play, Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes have limited time to evaluate their players ahead of important off-season decisions. But there are other priorities on their to-do lists!
    There are also a few under-the-radar tasks that Canadiens management likely has eyes on.
    Segment 3: Have Your SayCanadiens upcoming events.Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.Listener's texts and emails.
    Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports RadioCanadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.
    Canadiens Connection is a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.
    Get the Canadiens Connection!Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
    Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! Use our single link below on any device to locate subscription links to major podcast apps.
    Subscribe to Canadiens Connection
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    Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800- GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1- 800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888- 532-3500 (VA).
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    • 1 hr 41 min
    Trade Deadline Fizzle | Canadiens Connection ep 233

    Trade Deadline Fizzle | Canadiens Connection ep 233

    This Week’s Show: Trade Deadline FizzleSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsCheck out news Headlines posts at AllHabs.net. 
    Injury news regarding Joel Armia, Kirby Dach and Arber Xhekaj. Joel Edmundson and  Kaiden Guhle returned to the lineup. 
    Canadiens acquired forward Denis Gurianov from the Dallas Stars in exchange for forward Evgenii Dadonov. 
    Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
    Trade deadline coverage from TSN, Sportsnet and ESPN.
    Segment 2: BIG Topic - Canadiens Trade Deadline GradeWinners & Losers of the NHL Trade Deadline
    We assess the Canadiens trade deadline move and evaluate Kent Hughes' level of success towards adding assets, clearing cap space and removing obstacles for prospects.
    Segment 3: Have Your SayCanadiens upcoming events.Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.Listener's texts and emails.
    Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports RadioCanadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.
    Canadiens Connection is a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.
    Get the Canadiens Connection!Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
    Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! Use our single link below on any device to locate subscription links to major podcast apps.
    Subscribe to Canadiens Connection
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    • 1 hr 38 min
    Trade Deadline Dilemma | Canadiens Connection ep 232

    Trade Deadline Dilemma | Canadiens Connection ep 232

    This Week’s Show: Trade Deadline DilemmaSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsCheck out news Headlines posts at AllHabs.net. 
    Injury news regarding Chris Wideman, Kirby Dach, Joel Edmundson, Sean Monahan, Joel Armia, Kaiden Guhle. Chris Tierney was claimed off waivers from the Florida Panthers. 
    Joshua Roy was named QMJHL player of the week. 
    Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
    Quotes of the week from Jake Allen.
    Boston Bruins acquired defenceman Dmitry Orlov and forward Garnet Hathaway from Washington Capitals.
    Segment 2: BIG Topic - Down to the Wire for the Trade DeadlineNew entry on the NHL Trade Board.
    We discuss the Canadiens trade assets and likely opportunities with respect to Sean Monahan, Joel Edmundson, Josh Anderson, David Savard, Evgenii Dadonov and Mike Hoffman. What's the expectation that the Habs will also act as third party cap brokers?
    Segment 3: Have Your SayCanadiens upcoming events.Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.Listener's texts and emails.
    Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports RadioCanadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.
    Canadiens Connection is a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.
    Get the Canadiens Connection!Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
    Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! Use our single link below on any device to locate subscription links to major podcast apps.
    Subscribe to Canadiens Connection
    Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!
    Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800- GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1- 800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888- 532-3500 (VA).
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    • 1 hr 29 min
    Tortorella's Impact on St. Louis | Canadiens Connection ep 231

    Tortorella's Impact on St. Louis | Canadiens Connection ep 231

    This Week’s Show: John Tortorella's Impact on Marty St. LouisSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsCheck out news Headlines posts at AllHabs.net. 
    Sean Monahan practiced with teammates in a non-contact jersey. Arber Xhekaj and Justin Barron were injured this past week.
    Sean Farrell was named the ECAC Forward of the Week.
    Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.
    Quotes of the week from John Tortorella.
    Toronto Maple Leafs acquire Ryan O'Reilly in a blockbuster deal.
    Segment 2: BIG Topic - Managing Trade Deadline Expectations + Rebuilding Habs vs Flyers under Marty St. Louis and John Tortorella NHL Trade Board update.
    The Canadiens and Flyers are just a few points apart in the standings and there are close connections between head coaches Marty St. Louis and John Tortorella.
    How are these teams similar and what are the differences in the rebuilding paths that they have taken? What can we expect as the Canadiens meet the Flyers for the second time this season later this week?
    FEATURE INTERVIEW: Bill Meltzer, contributor to Flyers.com and content manager for the Flyers Alumni Association joins us.
    Segment 3: Have Your SayCanadiens upcoming events.Canadiens Connection Question of the Week.Listener's texts and emails.
    Canadiens Connection on Rocket Sports RadioCanadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.
    Canadiens Connection is a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.
    Get the Canadiens Connection!Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
    Search for "Canadiens Connection" from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! Use our single link below on any device to locate subscription links to major podcast apps.
    Subscribe to Canadiens Connection
    Share the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!
    Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800- GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1- 800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888- 532-3500 (VA).
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    • 1 hr 52 min

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