Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

Montreal Canadiens capitalize on Toronto Maple Leafs’ coaching overhaul, bringing Derek Lalonde behind the bench to elevate their penalty kill. With Trevor Letowski stepping back to prioritize family, the Canadiens seize the opportunity created by the Leafs' sweeping staff changes, aiming to strengthen special teams and add critical NHL coaching experience. Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down h...

Montreal Canadiens fans are growing restless as the offseason stays eerily quiet—where are the impact moves that could launch this young core into true contention? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert scrutinize Kent Hughes’ patience in the current NHL trade landscape, dissecting why adding a top-six forward is harder than expected and whether Montreal can afford to wait for the perfect fit.
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Montreal Canadiens face pivotal contract crossroads as Kirby Dach files for salary arbitration while Arber Xhekaj opts out. Are ongoing negotiations setting the stage for a roster shakeup, or will stability win out for Kent Hughes’ squad? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down what Dach’s arbitration filing and Xhekaj’s decision mean for potential offer sheets, trade value, and salary cap strategy...

Montréal Canadiens Jakub Dobeš earns a three-year extension as the Habs solidify their goalie situation—does this move set the stage for Habs contending years to come? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert spotlight Dobeš journey, from stepping up in high-pressure games to becoming the emotional anchor of the roster. The show compares his style to Carey Price, analyzes the Canadiens’ calculated contract tim...

Montreal Canadiens lock in Ivan Demidov with a stunning eight-year, $9.15M AAV extension, solidifying a talented, hungry young core without a single $10M cap hit. Could this disciplined cap management set up the Canadiens to make a blockbuster move next season? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba highlight Demidov’s commitment, the team’s forward-thinking contract structure, and what it means for fellow s...

As the Montreal Canadiens gear up for free agency day, NHL teams face critical questions about no-trade clauses—should the NHL ban them or are GMs to blame for the chaos? We weigh the impact of trade protection on NHL power dynamics, explore why over 240 active no-trade clauses shape the league, and debate whether organizational self-discipline is the real fix. Could tying trade protections to con...

Montreal Canadiens part ways with heart-and-soul winger Brendan Gallagher, trading him to the Vancouver Canucks for future considerations and retaining 50% of his final contract year. Does this signal a shift in organizational culture, prioritizing player loyalty over short-term gains? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba examine what Gallagher’s departure means for the Habs’ future, the locker room dynami...

Montreal Canadiens load up on size at the NHL Draft, sending fans buzzing over Gleb Pugachyov’s arrival and a clear shift toward physicality. With RFAs on the clock and the qualifying offer deadline looming, Kirby Dach’s future is suddenly a hot topic, fueled by rumors of unexpected trade interest across the league.
 Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down the Canadiens’ draft approach, spotlightin...

With the 26th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Montreal Canadiens select winger Gleb Pugachyov of Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Montreal Canadiens find themselves at a crossroads as Michael Hage’s future hangs in the balance. Are the Habs pushing too hard to bring their top prospect to the NHL, or will Hage return to the University of Michigan as planned? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down Jeff Gorton’s cryptic comments, the strategic importance of elite centers, and what Hage’s decision could mean for Montreal’s rebui...

Montreal Canadiens eye bold draft strategies as NHL trade frenzy sweeps the league. Which prospects could the Habs target with their first-round pick, and will their Russian scouting edge pay off on draft night? Nick Bobrov’s connections may help Montreal tap into undervalued talent like Nikita Shcherbakov, while intriguing names such as Simas Ignatavicius and Marcus Nordmark offer both safe bets...

Montreal Canadiens face a pivotal NHL Draft as Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down the franchise’s high-stakes strategy. With the prospect pipeline brimming and the contending window opening, should Kent Hughes target high-upside centers or prioritize market inefficiencies on defense? The duo weighs the value of trading pick 28—debating whether to move up, stockpile assets, or package it for a...

Montreal Canadiens legend Carey Price secures his place among hockey’s elite as the Habs great is officially named to the Hockey Hall of Fame. Does his era-defining excellence—and lack of a Stanley Cup—warrant retiring his iconic #31? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down Price’s historic career, his standing among Canadiens goaltending greats (Dryden, Plante, Roy), and what modern Hall of Fame s...

Florida Panthers ignite an Atlantic Division arms race with a blockbuster trade for Brady Tkachuk, leaving the Montreal Canadiens facing mounting pressure to keep pace. Are the Canadiens ready to contend with these bold moves, or will they be left behind as rivals reload for another playoff push? Hosts Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down the high-stakes deal, weighing Ottawa Senators’ future af...

Montreal Canadiens fans await possible Brendan Gallagher trade looming as Vancouver Canucks negotiations heat up. In the Habs mailbag this week: which realistic moves should Kent Hughes prioritize this offseason, and which Habs trades from the past would you erase to rewrite the team’s present and future? The fallout from the infamous Patrick Roy and Ryan McDonagh trades sparks debate about missed...

Montreal Canadiens fans celebrate as Lane Hutson shatters expectations with a 78-point sophomore season while proving he’s more than just an offensive dynamo. Can Hutson’s rapid development and elite hockey IQ push the Habs closer to true NHL contender status? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down Hutson’s growth on both sides of the puck, his rising Norris Trophy potential, and where his defensi...

Montreal Canadiens fans relive the past decade’s greatest moments, from Artturi Lehkonen’s unforgettable goal that launched the Habs to the Stanley Cup Final, to the pivotal P.K. Subban–Shea Weber trade that changed the franchise’s future. Hosts Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba, joined by Scott Matla, debate who truly won the Subban-Weber deal, analyze the impact of building around Nick Suzuki and Cole...

Montreal Canadiens need help at 2C and we weigh a bold move: should the Habs pursue Claude Giroux as a short-term fix at center? With Giroux's veteran presence and faceoff dominance, we debate whether the 38-year-old Ottawa Senators forward could be the ideal mentor for rising stars Michael Hage and Ivan Demidov—or merely a sign of missed opportunities for the Habs’ long-term rebuild. The conversa...

NHL stars sound off—will the Montreal Canadiens cash in? Brendan Gallagher, Dylan Larkin, Darnell Nurse, and Connor Hellebuyck are all at the heart of dramatic trade chatter as player power reshapes the league. Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert debate whether the Canadiens can snag a top-6 center or scoring winger as rivals search for locker room solutions and cap space. From player autonomy to trade cl...

Montreal Canadiens locked up Mike Matheson with a contract extension this fall —magic or mistake? With Matheson’s evolving role as a defensive anchor, Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba assess his impact, the team-friendly $6 million price tag, and what this means for the blue line’s future. Can Matheson maintain his playoff form, and does his leadership accelerate the Canadiens’ rebuild? The hosts also...

Montreal Canadiens fans witness Kaiden Guhle’s fierce playoff emergence, but could his future with the team be in jeopardy? As trade rumors swirl and defensive depth creates tough decisions, Montreal’s management faces pivotal choices that could reshape the blue line—especially with Guhle’s physical edge and reliable first pass standing out in high-stakes postseason moments. Laura Saba and Ian Boi...

Montreal Canadiens’ goalie trio faces a turning point—has Jakob Dobeš locked down the starter’s net for good? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba issue their season report cards as Dobeš’s breakout, including elite playoff numbers and unwavering emotion, fuels optimism for Montreal’s future between the pipes. What does this mean for Sam Montembeault after a shocking drop-off in goals saved above expected,...

Montreal Canadiens’ Nick Suzuki captures the Selke Trophy in a decisive landslide while Cole Caufield surprisingly secures the Lady Byng. Can these award-winning performances fuel the Habs’ push toward true contender status? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down the Canadiens’ rising stars, the fallout from the failed Matthew Knies trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and mounting tensions between...

Montreal Canadiens fans are buzzing as trade rumors swirl around Brendan Gallagher, Dylan Larkin, and Elias Pettersson. Could blockbuster moves reshape the Habs’ roster before the NHL Draft? Speculation heats up around possible trades involving emerging talents like Arber Xhekaj and Matt Barzal, while salary cap flexibility positions Montreal for major acquisitions. The mailbag episode tackles que...

Montreal Canadiens face a pivotal offseason as Habs GM Kent Hughes weighs blockbuster trades and strategic contract extensions. With just four months until puck drop, the pressure is on to lock up Ivan Demidov long-term and maintain the team-friendly deals that have fueled Montreal’s momentum. Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, Lane Hutson, and Noah Dobson headline a core determined to...