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Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

Scott Matla, Locked On Podcast Network, Laura Saba
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  • Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

    STUNNER: Montreal Canadiens rebuild ACCELERATES as Brendan Gallagher signals EXIT | presser review

    2026-06-02 | 36 mins.
    Montreal Canadiens rocked by Brendan Gallagher’s shocking exit announcement at the end-of-season press conference. What does a future without the team’s heart-and-soul veteran mean for leadership and chemistry in the locker room?

    Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down the ripple effects of Gallagher’s departure, explore who might step up as the Canadiens’ new emotional leader, and dissect front office comments from Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes on roster decisions, including Kirby Dach’s contract, the center depth question, and the outlook for David Reinbacher. Insightful analysis covers injury updates, playoff lessons learned after the loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, and whether Montreal will prioritize youth development or accelerate their Stanley Cup timeline.

    Fans won’t want to miss this essential update on the Canadiens’ bold new direction.

    00:00 End of season surprises

    06:16 Discussing team player turnover

    08:49 Discussing Montreal hockey decisions

    13:56 Joining the Everydayer Club

    19:59 Reflecting on team performance

    26:13 Balancing veteran and rookie players

    30:04 Leafs management and performance discussion

    33:28 Discussing a player's contract situation

    35:10 Discussing Brendan Gallagher and feedback

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    #NHLHockey #MontrealCanadiens #Habs #nhl #nationalhockeyleague #canadiensmtl #canadiens

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  • Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

    DISAPPOINTING END: Habs Bow Out in Conference Finals | What Went Wrong + Will This Linger?

    2026-06-01 | 36 mins.
    After an exciting run to the Conference Finals, the Canadiens predictably fell to the Carolina Hurricanes. Is the best yet to come, or could this disappointment linger?

    Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba breakdown the end of the Habs season, how they could not overcome the Hurricanes' elite play, and what may come next for the young Canadiens roster.

    00:00 Montreal's team development journey

    06:29 Discussing Montreal's struggles against Carolina

    09:09 Carolina's playoff journey and challenges

    12:50 Montreal's missed shot opportunities

    16:34 Carolina's intense defensive strategy

    18:46 Lane Hutson's costly mistake under pressure

    23:15 Analyzing Carolina's forecheck strategy

    25:36 Discussing playoff expectations

    29:22 Discussing Canadiens' future strategy

    32:06 Hurricanes defeat the Canadiens

    34:19 End of the regular season

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  • Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

    UNFORGETTABLE LOSS: Montreal Canadiens fans and NHL community mourn Claude Lemieux, hockey icon

    2026-05-29 | 41 mins.
    Montreal Canadiens fans and hockey fans everywhere mourn the loss of NHL legend Claude Lemieux, whose contribution to the Habs, fierce rivalry with the Detroit Red Wings, and unforgettable legacy continue to resonate across generations of fans. Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert reflect on Lemieux’s legacy as a playoff agitator and big-game performer, exploring his lasting impact on both the Canadiens and the league. Can any current NHL star truly fill the rugged, clutch archetype Lemieux embodied?

    The conversation shifts to the Canadiens’ playoff battle against the Carolina Hurricanes, with insights on Montreal’s youth progression, fan-favorite performances like those of Jaroslav Halak, and what it takes to build a Cup contender in today’s NHL. Key topics include the value of two-way centers, trade speculation involving Nico Hischier, and the ongoing search for players who balance physicality and skill. Will the Habs’ emerging core be ready for the next step, or is patience still required for a true return to glory?

    00:00 Mourning Claude Lemieux

    05:25 Hockey's heel and physicality

    07:49 Talking about hockey legends

    10:14 Previewing Canadiens vs. Hurricanes game

    14:08 Celebrating past team performances

    18:52 Comparing current and past team strategies

    23:33 Discussing fan reactions and eliminations

    27:28 Favourite sports seasons remembered

    29:42 Finding joy in sports again

    33:27 Discussing Canadiens' future lineup options

    37:18 Discussing player's recovery and potential

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    #NHLHockey #MontrealCanadiens #Habs #nhl #nationalhockeyleague #canadiensmtl #canadiens

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  • Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

    HARSH REALITY: Carolina Hurricanes EXPOSE Montreal Canadiens Inexperience in Game 4

    2026-05-28 | 35 mins.
    Montreal Canadiens fall to the Carolina Hurricanes in a stinging 4-0 shutout, putting their Stanley Cup dreams on the brink. Can this young Canadiens squad seize their moment, or is Carolina’s relentless, disciplined style simply too much? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba spotlight the harsh lessons from Game 4, debate the controversial Bronx cheer at the Bell Centre, and question Marty St. Louis’ next tactical moves as the Canadiens’ playoff hopes hang by a thread.

    00:00 Montreal's disappointing playoff game

    03:29 Carolina's playoff journey expectations

    07:07 Analyzing the team's performance

    14:49 Discussing Marty's coaching decisions

    16:12 Discussing Habs forward options

    25:40 Adjusting to Marty's coaching style

    26:32 Hurricanes learned from Panthers

    31:19 Montreal Canadiens' unexpected success

    33:03 Coaching strategies and team challenges

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  • Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

    NOT DONE: Montreal Canadiens need to FIGHT BACK—Will Habs be able to DELIVER Game 4 SPARK vs Canes?

    2026-05-27 | 32 mins.
    Montreal Canadiens refuse to go quietly as playoff hopes hang in the balance. Can Nick Suzuki, Lane Hutson, and the Habs reignite their offense and outmuscle the Carolina Hurricanes at the Bell Centre?

    Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down Montreal’s 2-1 series deficit, highlighting Lane Hutson’s resilience after a crucial OT mistake and the team’s need for disciplined forechecking. The conversation tackles defensive pairings, the pressure on the top line, and why panic lineup changes—like calls for Brendan Gallagher or David Reinbacher—aren’t the answer. Key points include Carolina’s aggressive defensive schemes, Montreal’s physicality deficit, and what Martin St. Louis must do to engineer a comeback. Will the Canadiens find their edge before time runs out, or is the fan base writing this team off too soon?

    00:00 Previewing Canadiens vs. Hurricanes game

    04:22 Aggressive defensive strategies

    06:59 Targeting specific defenders

    14:50 Team culture and accountability

    18:58 Aggressive hockey playing strategy

    24:35 Looking forward to next season

    27:10 Debating Brendan Gallagher's role

    30:01 Team's top performers under pressure

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    #NHLHockey #MontrealCanadiens #Habs #nhl #nationalhockeyleague #canadiensmtl #canadiens

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About Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens
Locked 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 Ian Boisvert 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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