The Press Zone

THIS WEEK: The Montreal Canadiens and Laval Rocket have recently announced four different contract signings at the NHL and AHL level, so let's learn more about them! The 2024 offseason has been pretty quiet so far for the Montreal Canadiens and the Laval Rocket, until the past week or so! The organizations have collectively announced four contract signings recently and Amy shares her thoughts on e...

THIS WEEK: Laval Rocket head coach Jean-Francois Houle and his assistants are due for contract renewals this summer; it's not yet known who will stay and who will go, but there's already been one announcement of a coach who is NOT returning! Amy reviews the latest news out of the Laval in regards to an announcement that one of the members of the coaching staff has accepted a new position elsewhere...

This Week’s Show: Elite Prospects Scout Ranks Montreal Canadiens' Draft Options Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News ⦁ Carey Price to receive an honorary degree from the University of Northern British Columbia. ⦁ Columbus Blue Jackets have been denied permission to talk to Jeff Gorton. ⦁ Quote of the week from Cole Caufield. Segment 2 | Elite Prospects Scout Ranks Canadiens' Draft Op...

THIS WEEK: With the recent firing of Sheldon Keefe, and the ever-growing list of NHL head coaching vacancies, could any of the coaching talent in the AHL be tapped for a promotion to the National Hockey League? Three current topics for fans of hockey and the AHL! First, Amy Johnson and Patrick Williams discuss the North Division semifinal matchups in the AHL's Calder Cup playoffs, then they take a...

THIS WEEK: The Laval Rocket might not have qualified for the AHL's Calder Cup playoffs, but that doesn't mean the season is a write-off; let's review all the POSITIVES from this year! Amy provides a recap of last week's final two Laval Rocket games of the season, sets up the AHL's North Division bracket in the Calder Cup playoffs, reviews all of the positive steps taken by Montreal Canadiens prosp...

THIS WEEK: Everything you need to know about what's at stake for the Laval Rocket in their final push to qualify for the AHL's Calder Cup Playoffs, PLUS discussion on Florian Xhekaj, Lane Hutson, and Logan Mailloux! Amy provides a recap of last week's Laval Rocket games vs the Cleveland Monsters, gives an update on the AHL North Division standings and the close playoff race, dishes out some excite...

THIS WEEK: Rookie AHL goaltender Jakub Dobes has become the go-to guy to protect the crease for the Laval Rocket; can he help backstop the Montreal Canadiens' affiliate to another postseason appearance? Amy Johnson reviews both of the Laval Rocket's games from last week, one against the Syracuse Crunch and one against the Springfield Thunderbirds. She also highlights the play of Justin Barron and...

THIS WEEK: Let's review the Laval Rocket's three games played last week against the Utica Comets and Belleville Senators, then examine what it will take for the Montreal Canadiens' AHL affiliate to secure their seat in the playoffs! Amy Johnson reviews the three divisional matchups played by the Laval Rocket last week, detailing the highs and lows of each performance, and laying out what the resul...

THIS WEEK: Amy talks to AHL expert Patrick Williams about the Laval Rocket's surge to a playoff position and Montreal Canadiens prospect David Reinbacher's SIZZLING start! Amy Johnson is joined by guest Patrick Williams, writer for NHL.com and TheAHL.com, to discuss the Laval Rocket's wild three-win weekend, and discuss the performance of newcomer David Reinbacher's first few games in North Americ...

THIS WEEK: Amy provides full details on Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Reinbacher's arrival to the AHL and upcoming debut with the Laval Rocket! Drafted fifth-overall in the 2023 NHL Draft, defenseman David Reinbacher has finished his season in the Swiss National League and arrived in Montreal this week to play for the Habs' AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket. Hear from the player himself as we...

THIS WEEK: Kent Hughes acquired Montreal native Jacob Perreault before the NHL Trade Deadline to help bolster the Laval Rocket lineup, but he also made another AHL trade this week to add a second new forward! Plus, the Rocket are now in a position to make a push for a playoff spot, and they managed to take down another one of the league's top teams last week! Check out a new episode of The Press Z...

THIS WEEK: Laval Rocket goaltender Kasimir Kaskisuo has been ruled out with an injury, and a forward isn't traveling on this week's road trip, so what can the AHL affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens do to ensure a successful week? Check out a new episode of The Press Zone, with podcast host Amy Johnson ( @FlyersRule ), every Tuesday for discussion about Montreal Canadiens prospects in the AHL. Plu...

THIS WEEK: The Montreal Canadiens might have a star in the making in young defenseman Logan Mailloux. He's currently LEADING the AHL in a couple of categories! Plus, there's some pretty exciting news about goaltender Kasimir Kaskisuo and his future with the Laval Rocket. And which Habs prospects stood out in Laval's three games last week? Let's talk about it! Check out a new episode of The Press Z...

THIS WEEK: New Laval Rocket goaltender Kasimir Kaskisuo finally suited up against his former team, the Toronto Marlies, last week. And what a performance he put on! But the two games he and the Rocket played against the Marlies last week were like night and day, and in this video we'll give you ALL the details! Check out a new episode of The Press Zone, with podcast host Amy Johnson ( @FlyersRule...

THIS WEEK: It's official, the games begin to COUNT this week! The Laval Rocket have completed both of their preseason games against Toronto and Belleville, and now the final roster decisions need to be made ahead of the season opener later this week. On this week's episode, we'll give you the ins and outs of the Rocket's preseason, plus hear from Rick Stephens and Patrick Williams regarding the to...

THIS WEEK: It's the final week of preseason action for the NHL, and that means that AHL training camps are now underway! Today Amy breaks down the roster for the Laval Rocket's camp, provides details on their schedule this week, and then takes a look at who else could be joining the team once Montreal makes their final NHL cuts this week. It's an exciting time for hockey fans! Check out a new epis...

THIS WEEK: Welcome to the preseason! The Montreal Canadiens kicked off their exhibition schedule on Monday night, and we've got our first game analysis of the season. How did the prospects look? Who stood out? Who struggled? PLUS, Patrick Williams joins the show to take a closer look at the AHL's newest team owner, Michael Andlauer. What can fans expect now that he's purchased the Belleville Senat...

THIS WEEK: Rookie camp is in the books! Amy reviews the ins and outs of this year's prospect tournament and post-camp press conferences, providing insight and information on how the next generation of Canadiens players performed. PLUS, with training camp set to start this week, she previews what's up first on the schedule and gives some thoughts on the expected competition level throughout the NHL...

THIS WEEK: Rookie camp is about to begin! We break down the schedule for the week, including three games of the Prospects Challenge in Buffalo, plus discuss the makeup of the camp roster. Then, Patrick Williams (AHL writer, NHL.com), joins the show this week to discuss rumors swirling around Seattle Kraken prospect Shane Wright and a potential exception for him with the CHL this season. Could the...

THIS WEEK: We take a close look at the importance of balancing development and winning in the AHL. What's the right strategy? Well, that answer depends on who you ask! Rick Stephens (Editor, The Hockey News-Montreal ) and Patrick Williams (AHL writer, NHL.com) join the show this week to analyze all angles of this hot topic surrounding the NHL's development league. Check out a new episode of The Pr...

THIS WEEK: The slow hockey offseason is coming to its final days as players, staff, and media members all begin to wind down their August holidays. But the Rocket Sports crew has been busier than ever! Hear about the latest content you might have missed, and find out what special promo nights the Laval Rocket has in store for fans who visit Place Bell this season! Check out a new episode of The Pr...

THIS WEEK: We examine the Laval component of Kent Hughes' big trade with Pittsburgh and San Jose. Part of the deal included forward Nathan Legare coming to Montreal, but who is he? What can fans expect of him? Where was he playing in the Penguins' organization? Our podcast host, Amy Johnson ( @FlyersRule ), is joined by Patrick Williams for the AHL Hot Stove to learn more about Legare, while also...

THIS WEEK: Our podcast host Amy Johnson ( @FlyersRule ) analyzes the contract extension announced this week by the Montreal Canadiens for forward Jesse Ylonen. Is the price right? What about the term? And what about the two-way part of the deal? Amy gives her complete thoughts on the contract and what it could mean for Ylonen and the Habs this season! Check out a new episode of The Press Zone...

THIS WEEK: Our podcast host Amy Johnson ( @FlyersRule ) discusses some exciting new events on the hockey calendar for fans of the Montreal Canadiens and Laval Rocket. Rookie camp, a tournament, and a schedule release? Yes, please! PLUS, find out which Rocket executive was honored at this week's AHL Board of Governors meeting, and listen as Patrick Williams joins the show to talk about changes...

THIS WEEK: Our podcast host Amy Johnson ( @FlyersRule ) gives her thoughts on the development landscape in Laval for the upcoming season. There promises to be an enormous amount of Montreal Canadiens prospects and talent in the AHL this season, and the year could be a key kickoff for the Habs' development of their future stars. How will this year compare to last year for the Rocket? Just how...