Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

Montreal Canadiens snap their losing streak with a statement win over the Toronto Maple Leafs—are young stars like Juraj Slafkovsky and Lane Hutson signaling a new era? With the Canadiens undefeated when Florian Xhekaj takes the ice, Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down key moments, from standout second period play and Josh Anderson’s multi-goal performance to Mike Matheson’s milestone assists a...

After another blowout loss, faith in the Canadiens' goaltenders has never been shakier. What can the Habs do to dig themselves out of this hole? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down the Habs 8-4 loss to the Washington Capitals. What should have been a playoff rematch became a referendum on the Habs biggest current problem: goaltending. Who should be the starter? Should the Canadiens call up Jaco...

Montreal Canadiens fans face swirling trade rumors and uncertainty as roster injuries mount—will GM Kent Hughes make a move or hold steady? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert cut through conflicting insider reports, dissecting talk from Renaud Lavoie, Darren Dreger, and Dave Pagnotta about potential deals, including Samuel Montembeault’s rumored link to the Edmonton Oilers and options like Ryan O’Reilly...

The Habs are dealing with injuries and the Laval Rocket are looking for a division win. Which Rocket players are next up for call-ups to the NHL? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba are joined by Scott Matla of Habs Eyes on the Prize to talk all things Laval Rocket. The trio spitball call-up options, discuss the goals the Rocket have this season, and check in on the two top-prospects the Habs have in Lava...

Montreal Canadiens lose in overtime to Columbus, but the underlying numbers tell a winning-caliber story. Should fans celebrate a loss that showed dominant 5-on-5 play? We break down why the Canadiens' performance against the Blue Jackets represents real progress despite the final score. The analysis covers Juraj Slafkovsky's physical dominance after his line change, Lane Hutson's exceptional defe...

As the Montreal Canadiens get ready to face the Columbus Blue Jackets to try to right their ship, we were lucky enough to get to preview the game with the incomparable John Forslund, play-by-play analyst on Prime Monday Night Hockey. How different is this year's Habs team from that of last year? How can they get back on track? And which promising Montreal Canadiens player is John most excited abou...

Montreal Canadiens rocked by injuries as Alex Newhook, Kaiden Guhle, and Kirby Dach all go down—can Kent Hughes rescue the season with a much-needed trade? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down the Canadiens’ winless week, spotlighting the power play misfires, missed chances against the Boston Bruins, and the urgent need for more net-front presence from players like Josh Anderson and Juraj Slafko...

Montreal Canadiens suffer a crushing 7-0 home defeat to the Dallas Stars, exposing critical weaknesses in goaltending and defensive structure. Can the Habs learn from this reality check against legitimate Cup contenders? We break down the catastrophic second period collapse, Jakub Dobes's first career dud, and Samuel Montembeault's ongoing struggles between the pipes. The discussion shifts to Alex...

The Montreal Canadiens have reportedly called the Buffalo Sabres about Tage Thompson. Is Buffalo actually going to trade him? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down the latest trade rumour in Rumour Roundup. If the Buffalo Sabres make Thompson available, which other teams will the Habs have to contend with? Plus it really looks like team USA is going to snub elite goalscorer Cole Caufield and Nick...

Montreal Canadiens suffer a brutal 5-1 defeat to the LA Kings, ending their impressive three-week run without a regulation loss. What went wrong, and can the Habs bounce back against Dallas? We dissect the Canadiens' 18 giveaways, questionable coaching decisions by Marty St. Louis, and phantom penalties against Arber Xhekaj. We analyze why removing Juraj Slafkovsky from the five-on-three power pla...

The Montreal Canadiens start continue their home stand against the Los Angeles Kings. Can the Canadiens end their 6-year losing streak against the Kings? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba analyze the Habs week ahead in the Weekly Forecast, including a marquee match up against the Boston Bruins on Saturday night. How can the Habs win that rivalry game? Plus, we dip back into the mailbag to discuss 4th li...

Montreal Canadiens secure a crucial 6-2 victory over Utah, but can Sam Montembeault's bounce-back performance signal a true turning point for the struggling netminder? We break down the Habs' impressive week, earning four of six possible points while battling questionable officiating and building defensive momentum. The discussion highlights Kirby Dach's explosive four-goal surge, Oliver Kapanen's...

For the first time this season, Montreal has consecutive games. This time in New Jersey, their attention to detail let them down. Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down the Habs 4-3 overtime loss to the New Jersey Devils. What were the crucial moments that let them down and who were the players who kept the Habs in the game? Then we turn to our listeners for our weekly mailbag. Is the puck over th...

Montréal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle returns to the ice for the first time since his injury, but which Habs defenseman loses their roster spot when he's ready? We break down the Jayden Struble versus Arber Xhekaj competition as the Montreal Canadiens prepare to face the New Jersey Devils in their first real benchmark game of the season. We tackle the disproportionate fan criticism of Joe Val...

The Montreal Canadiens found a way to come back from a 3-0 deficit and blow a third period lead. Which of these most accurately describes their loss on Tuesday? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba have their instant analysis of the Habs 5-4 shootout loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday. In a game where Montreal did not have their A-game, what was to blame? Even though he was on the hook for four goa...

Montreal Canadiens sit at 9-3, but which players need to elevate their game to sustain this hot start? Arber Xhekaj faces mounting pressure as Jayden Struble emerges as a legitimate enforcer with strong defensive play, threatening Xhekaj's roster spot once Kaiden Guhle returns healthy. Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down the week ahead against Philadelphia Flyers, New Jersey Devils, and Utah Ma...

They don't ask "how," they ask "how many?" But for the Montreal Canadiens, the "how" is starting to become a concern with their wins. Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba breakdown the Habs 4-3 overtime win over the Ottawa Senators over the weekend. The Habs are dominating overtime, but after blowing leads late, can the Canadiens solve their problems with defending the lead? And after a light week for the...

Montreal Canadiens' surprising hot start raises a critical question: Does Oliver Kapanen's breakout performance eliminate the need for a second-line center, or is it masking a deeper roster gap? We tackle listener questions about the Habs' strong season opening, examining trade scenarios involving Sidney Crosby, Tage Thompson, and Steven Stamkos. We debate which top prospects—Michael Hage, David R...

Nick Suzuki is on pace to score 119 points. How close will he get to that feat? And Will Cole Caufield FINALLY score 40 goals? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba investigate the hot starts the Habs are off to. Which predictions are accurate and which are going to fall short? Taking a look at the Atlantic Division, there are many surprises. Do the Habs have what it takes to stay among the Atlantic's best?...

The Montreal Canadiens have played some scary third periods lately. Are these a worrying trend or part of their development into contenders? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down the Habs final game of their Western road trip; a 4-3 overtime win over the Seattle Kraken. Jakub Dobes had some trouble in the third period - is this cause for concern? Alex Newhook has carved out a nice role as a secon...

Are the Montreal Canadiens in talks to re-sign Mike Matheson? Will a potential contract extension reshape the Habs' future plans? We break down the latest rumors surrounding Mike Matheson's contract talks, analyzing his impressive ice time and impact on the team. We also preview crucial matchups against the Seattle Kraken and Ottawa Senators, discussing strategies to contain key opponents. Plus, w...

Montreal Canadiens stun Vancouver Canucks with a comeback win to finish the week with 6 out of 8 points. Can the Habs build on this going forward? Laura and Ian break down the Habs' impressive victory, highlighting Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki's game-changing plays. The discussion covers Jakub Dobes's stellar performance, Patrick Laine's devastating injury, and how Martin St. Louis' power play ta...

The Canadiens are not pleased with the officiating they got on Thursday in Edmonton. Do they have a case and is this part of a concerning trend? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba vent about the officiating being the turning point of yet another game. Why have the Habs struggled to get powerplays and will their comments after the game make things worse? After decompressing, the hosts head into the mailba...

Montreal Canadiens stun Flames in OT thriller. Can the Habs carry this momentum into crucial Oilers matchup? Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down Montreal's rollercoaster victory, highlighting Mike Matheson's game-winner and Jakub Dobes stellar goaltending. The duo analyzes the Habs' inconsistent play, defensive pairings, and the brewing goalie controversy. Key topics include Montreal's scoring...

The Montreal Canadiens expected to have one impact rookie this season in Ivan Demidov. How have Oliver Kapanen and Jakub Dobes made their mark this season? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba analyze Demidov's game and wonder if he is following the Lane Hutson plan en route to an electric rookie season. His centre, Oliver Kapanen, is making a name for himself by putting himself in the right place at the r...