Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

• Montreal Canadiens Arber Xhekaj's season of growth, latest Habs roster rumblings, I Hated That Guy (Episode 1351)

  Arber Xhekaj's evolution tantalizes Canadiens fans. Is the young defenseman poised for a standout season?We break down Xhekaj's impressive growth, highlighting his improved decision-making and ability to draw penalties. We also analyze recent roster rumors, including the team's stance on Evgeny Kuznetsov and potential moves to bolster the center position. We also reveal our "all-time I hated that guy" lineups, featuring some potentially controversial picks. Who would make your lineup?Discover why those Canadiens players frustrated fans in the past and how their performances shaped the team's history. How will Xhekaj's development impact Montreal's defensive strategy next season?0:00 Intro: Arber Xhekaj season review and lineup discussion5:55 Arber Xhekaj's growth and patience this season11:55 Updated Habs roster rumors and rumblings18:30 Concerns about replacing Christian Dvorak's role23:18 All-time "I hated that guy" Habs lineup29:54 What held analytics back in Montreal34:40 Trivia question about college teammatesSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedNow, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to Indeed.com/LOCKEDON right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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• Are Habs Prospects Worried About Being Traded? | Slafkovsky Back with Dach?

  How were we wrong about the 2024-25 Canadiens? Should Juraj Slafkovsky and Kirby Dach play together again? Is more NHL expansion a bad idea?In our Friday mailbag, Ian and Laura answer your questions like what if the Habs had goal songs for each player? And what current trade rumours do we hope come true?0:00 Intro: Mailbag episode and admitting mistakes5:06 Playoff experience valuable for young Canadiens10:34 Prospects' mindset amid trade rumors15:06 Who should give Dobson/Bolduc Montreal tour?21:49 Potential Slafkovsky-Dach line next season26:06 Concerns about further NHL expansion29:19 Recasting classic Canadiens commercials31:52 Trivia question about Mark RecchiSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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• Montreal Canadiens' Patrik Laine set for resurgence | Habs 2C saga | Expansion draft speculation (Episode 1349)

  Who would the Montreal Canadiens protect in a hypothetical NHL expansion draft? Will the Habs lose a key player in the next 3-4 years?We dissect potential strategies to shield core talents like Suzuki, Caufield, and Slafkovsky. We also explore Patrik Laine's future in Montreal, analyzing his comeback from injuries and mental health challenges. We also tackle the contentious topic of converting wingers to centers, with skepticism about Ivan Demidov and Zachary Bolduc's rumored position changes. Kirby Dach's potential as a second-line center sparks debate, considering his injury history and the team's apparent faith in him.Tune in for expert analysis on the Canadiens' roster decisions and their impact on the team's future success.0:00 Intro: Looking ahead to hypothetical expansion draft5:34 Who to protect in potential expansion draft10:47 Sponsor: Take control with Monarch Money12:18 Patrik Laine's future with the Canadiens22:09 Concerns about converting wingers to centers27:14 Kirby Dach's potential as second-line center29:33 Trivia question and YouTube subscriber contestSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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• Montreal Canadiens NEED 2C, but have Other BIG Needs Too + How Will New CBA Change the NHL?

  The Montreal Canadiens need a 2C, but that should not stop them from improving their team in other ways. How can they accomplish that this summer? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down why acquiring a top-6 winger would be a good idea for the Canadiens even if they are not able to add a 2C. The NHL and NHLPA ratified their new CBA this week. Ian and Laura discuss the changes they like and the ones they don't. And finally, after reviewing the Atlantic division teams, the Metropolitan division gets its turn on Locked On Canadiens. 0:00 Intro: New CBA ratified, Canadiens' needs5:22 Salary retention limits and playoff cap changes10:11 Jordan Kyrou rumors and Canadiens' needs15:47 Addressing fan concerns about potential trades21:26 Metropolitan Division changes: Hurricanes and Blue Jackets27:27 Devils' identity crisis and Rangers' struggles32:02 Capitals resting on laurels, playoff predictions34:38 Trivia question on 2012 draft picksSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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• Are the Montreal Canadiens planning to trade Mike Matheson? Are they interested in Evgeny Kuznetsov? (Episode 1347)

  The Montreal Canadiens trade rumors heat up! Is Mike Matheson on the move? Is Evgeny Kuznetsov of interest to the Montreal?We analyze potential roster shakeups for the Habs and break down Matheson's trade value, Kuznetsov's fit in the lineup, and how these moves could impact the team's rebuild strategy. We then debate whether recent performances from Nick Suzuki and Lane Hutson are accelerating expectations for the Canadiens' future.Tune in for insights on the Canadiens' path forward and a chance to win signed player memorabilia!0:00 Mike Matheson trade rumors5:38 Evaluating Matheson's value and potential trade11:10 Rumor: Canadiens interested in Evgeny Kuznetsov17:47 Discussing Kuznetsov's past and potential redemption22:50 Contest announcement for signed player pictures26:50 Debating the rush to solve Canadiens' issues31:22 Trivia question on 2012 NHL draftSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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