Get PuckD Podcast: A Montreal Canadiens Podcast

In this episode, we discuss... The Montreal Canadiens have signed 26-year-old winger Alexandre Texier. Texier and the St Louis Blues agreed on mutual contract termination. With all of the Habs injuries, it made sense for them to sign him. Our thoughts on Texier and where he might fit in the lineup At the same time, the Habs call up Adam Engstrom. The timing of this call up is interesting. Lots of...

In this episode, we discuss... The injury bug has hit the Habs. Can they weather the storm? or should Kent Hughes try and make a trade as soon as possible? The Habs powerplay struggling again and Bolduc takes Demidov's place on the PP. MSL shuffles his lines. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @GETPUCKDPodcast ⁩ (It's Free) #gohabsgo #Habs #canadiens #montrealcanadiens #canadiensmtl #NHL #ne...

In this episode, we discuss... There's been a lot of negative press around Matvei Michkov lately. Specifically, about his character, work ethic, and how he plays the game. His own captain, Sean Couturier publicly called him out during a post-game interview. With everything out there, and with people posting what scouts said about Michkov during his draft year, did the Habs know something? Is h...

In this episode, we discuss... Should we be a little concerned about all the 1 goal and OT wins? Recently, in the rumor mill, Kadri and Samkos' names have been linked to MTL, any interest at all even if they trade for peanuts? What would YOU personally give up to guarantee a Habs Cup in the next 3 years???? Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⁨ @GETPUCKDPodcast⁩ #gohabsgo #Habs #canadiens #montre...

In this episode, we discuss... Patrik Laine's injury has him out for the next 3-4 months. What does his future with the Montreal Canadiens look like? Is his time with Montreal over? David Reinbacher, are we concerned yet about his development? Could and should he be traded? In 3 years from now, who will be the best player on the Habs? Who will be the face of the franchise? Subscribe to our cha...

In this episode, we discuss... Is there a goalie controversy in Montreal? Jakub Dobes' start to the season has been sensational thus far. Montembeault has been struggling and is playing well below .900 SV%. Is it too early to claim that Monty is losing his spot as the Habs number 1 goalie. The Habs and Mike Matheson are talking extension. If they come to terms, what is the max the Habs should...

In this episode, we discuss... The Montreal Canadiens announced that they have extended star defenseman Lane Hutson to 8 years at $8.85 million AAV. The contract terms, Kent Hughes and Lane Hutson's comments, what does this do for the Habs going forward, etc. What and who is the biggest surprise of first week of the season? The way too early biggest concern(s) after 3 games in? Subscribe to ou...

In this episode, we discuss... Noah Dobson's pre-season showing The Montreal Canadiens announced their opening night roster. Kapanen and Joe Veleno made the team. The Habs sent down Owen Beck, Florian Xhekaj, and Adam Engstrom. Additionally, Kahkonen and Blais were placed on Waivers. Kahkonen cleared, but Sammy Blais was claimed off Waivers by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Did the Canadiens make a...

In this episode, we discuss... Reinbacher injured.... again! Is David Reinbacher injury prone? Do you still believe he can be the top 4 RD that the Canadiens drafted him for? Is he an Untouchable? There's a couple of pre-season games left. Joe Veleno, Florian Xhekaj, Sammy Blais, Oliver Kapanen, and Owen Beck are still with the team. Who makes the opening night roster? Who has made a good impr...

In this episode, we discuss... Which Habs player(s) can be the X-Factor this year? According to Jimmy Murphy, the Montreal Canadiens were among some teams that reached out to the Pittsburgh Penguins and checked in on Malkin's availability. At the age he is at (39), is Malkin still a viable option for the Montreal Canadiens. Obviously, he is not a long-term fixture, but could he be an option fo...

In this episode, we discuss... Ivan Demidov was a standout at the Rookie Showcase. You could say that there was Ivan Demidov, and then, there was everybody else. Barring injury, can he be a point per game player in his rookie year? Kent Hughes mentioned that this is the most talented roster the Canadiens have had since he took over (It's hard not to agree with him). Does that make them a lock...

In this episode, we discuss... Ken Dryden, gone too soon. What he meant for the Canadiens and the community. Carey Price's contract along with a 2026 5th round pick traded to the San Jose Sharks for defenseman Gannon Laroque With Carey Price's contract off the books, does it pave the way for the Habs to trade for a 2nd line center? Mason McTavish would be the perfect fit, but way too costl...

In this episode, we discuss... The Atlantic Division and we share our predictions for where each team will finish in the standings, along with their total points for the upcoming season. Jared McCann is the latest player to be linked to the Montreal Canadiens. Is there a fit? Should the Habs trade for Jared McCann? Per NHL Network, Nick Suzuki is the 10th best center in the NHL right now Subscribe...

In this episode, we discuss... Evgeny Kuznetsov has made it known that he would like to play for the Montreal Canadiens. However, it appears the feeling is not mutual. It's been reported that the Montreal Canadiens are NOT interested in signing Kuznetsov. Considering the question marks around the 2C, is this the right decision? With the additions that Habs have made during the offseason, the A...

In this episode, we discuss... The Montreal Canadiens did not get Jordan Kyrou, but they did acquire winger Zachary Bolduc from the St Louis Blues, in exchange for right-hand defenseman Logan Mailloux Bolduc and Mailloux were both drafted in the 1st round of the 2021 NHL draft. Bolduc was selected 17th by the St Louis Blues, and Mailloux 31st by the Habs. Was this a good trade for the Canadiens? C...

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED DURING THE 1st ROUND OF THE 2025 NHL DRAFT In this episode, we discuss... The Montreal Canadiens acquired 25-year-old right-hand defenseman Noah Dobson in exchange for Emil Heineman, and two 1st round picks (16 & 17) in the 2025 NHL Draft In addition, the Habs have signed Dobson to 8-years $9.5 million dollars, making him the highest paid Hab since Carey...

In this episode, we discuss... Could Lane Hutson sign the first 10+ million-dollar contract since Carey Price? Should they extend him as soon as possible or wait it out? In recent memory, who is the one former Habs player (in our mind) that would've changed things for the Habs? A player that we wished we could have seen more from, OR did NOT get hurt, OR if they had just lived up to their pote...

In this episode, we discuss... While the Stanley Cup finals is going, the Habs are in offseason mode, and we all know how crazy the offseason rumor mill can be. So, it's only natural for us to talk about the latest NHL Trade Rumors. Especially, the ones that are linked to the Montreal Canadiens Nicolas Hague to the Canadiens? But why? Where's the fit? Could William Karlsson be a good 2C op...

In this episode, we discuss... Does Kirby Dach still have a spot on the Montreal Canadiens? If so, where? What if the Habs traded him or included him in a bigger package to address a need? Is Sam Bennett the ideal 2C for the Montreal Canadiens? Are the New York Islanders and the Montreal Canadiens perfect trade partners. The NYI won the lottery draft and are getting the 1st overall pick in the upc...

In this episode, we discuss... The Canadiens’ 2024–25 season came to a close with a Game 5 playoff loss to the Washington Capitals. Now that the dust has settled, we’re looking back at the moments that defined the Habs’ rollercoaster season — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. What could be next and what we hope to see the management do this offseason. Sum up the Habs' season Top...

In this episode, we discuss... Regular season Josh Anderson VS Playoff Josh Anderson When was the last time both teams in the same game, of the same playoff series, lost their number 1 goalies?! Samuel Montembeault and Logan Thompson were both hurt in game 3 and left the game. Currently, there is not update on their status for game 4. We might be seeing a Dobes VS Lindgren battle. Which of the two...

In this episode, we discuss... 1. What was THE story of this past regular season, one storyline each. 2. Habs are going to the playoffs and facing the Washington Capitals in the first round, how do they match up versus the Capitals? 3. What's the biggest concern about the Habs heading into the playoffs? 4. Hutson has the Calder locked, should Martin St. Louis get Jack Adams consideration? 5. F...

In this episode, we welcome special guest Marco D'Amico Marco was the first one to break the news that Ivan Demidov signed his entry-level contract and was coming over to the Montreal Canadiens. We ask him how he found out, how it all went down, and where does he fit in the lineup? How will he adjust to Martin St. Louis' coaching style and how much of an impact will he have right out the g...

In this episode, we discuss... Arber Xhekaj has been a healthy scratch for the last few games. Is it deserved? Has MSL lost trust in him? Is he still in the mid to long term plans? OR is MSL simply "riding the hot hand"? Samuel Montembeault is the uncontested number 1 goalie for the Montreal Canadiens. He is playing well enough, but you can see the fatigue setting in. The tough call is s...

WELCOME LUCA TO THE TEAM!!! In this episode, we discuss... At the time of this recording, the Habs playoff hopes are still alive. The Habs have lost the last couple of games, but the teams behind them have not seized the opportunity to overtake the Habs for the last wildcard spot. With that being said, the Habs have to turn it around quickly or their playoff hopes will dwindle down. Betting sites...