The Starr & D'Amico Show

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER Join Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico for a recap of the Montreal Canadiens, 4-3 OT road loss in New Jersey. The key talking points on today's show: Dach's resurgence Too many penalties  Defending leads Dobes gets emotional  LIVE Q&A Support the show Thanks for listening! You can always SEE what you just listened to here  https://youtube.com/@shaunstarr?si=aSp3vB...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER In today’s audio drop, we take a deep dive into Montreal Canadiens Ivan Demidov — one of the most skilled young players in the NHL. We break down his realistic ceiling this season, where his prime projection could land, and whether comparisons to elite NHL wingers like Nikita Kucherov of the Tampa Bay Lightning or Kirill Kaprizov of the Minnesota Wild are fair. Support the show...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens begin a stretch of playing 5 of their next 6 games on home ice and it started Tuesday night at the Bell Centre against the Philadelphia Flyers! Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico present a LIVE version of The Starr & D'Amico Show at 12P (ET) to break down all of the NHL action.  -Ivan Demidov v Matvei Michkov -Can the Habs win 4 straight -Canadien...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens are off to a shocking 9-3 start to the NHL season — but are the results too good to be true? The Habs have played 9 one-goal games, going 7-2 in those tight matchups and a perfect 5-0 in overtime. In this episode of the Starr & D'Amico Show, we break down how the Canadiens keep finding ways to win, why they keep blowing multi-goal leads, and wheth...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER David Reinbacher is finally back! The Montreal Canadiens’ top prospect made his season debut with the Laval Rocket after returning from injury — and fans are eager to see how he looks. We break down Reinbacher’s performance, what it means for his development, and how soon Habs fans might see him in Montreal. Plus — Jared Davidson is on fire! With 7 goals to start the AHL season,...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER Join The Starr & D'Amico Show LIVE  as Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico dive deep into all the key moments — goals, breakdowns, standout performances, and what this game means for the Canadiens’ season outlook. We’ll analyze Martin St-Louis’ coaching decisions, player performances like Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, Juraj Slafkovsky, and discuss the Sens’ push to climb t...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER Patrik Laine’s injury has major cap implications — but the Montreal Canadiens won’t be using LTIR, and we break down exactly why. In this episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, Shaun Starr and Marco D’Amico explain how Laine’s situation impacts the NHL cap landscape, what it means for Montreal’s flexibility, and why Kent Hughes is staying away from LTIR space this season....

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens are in the market for a true second-line center — and the trade market is starting to take shape. Could Nazem Kadri be the answer? What about Ryan O’Reilly or Bo Horvat? We break down Pierre LeBrun’s comments, potential trade fits, and which direction Kent Hughes might take as the season unfolds. Join Shaun Starr and Marco D’Amico on The Starr & D&apos...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER Cole Caufield set a Montreal franchise record with his 11th career overtime goal, leading the Canadiens to a 4-3 win over the Seattle Kraken last night after Montreal blew a 3-0 lead midway through the third period. Caufield, who had two goals and an assist, moved into a tie for the NHL lead with his ninth goal of the season. The Habs lead the NHL's Atlantic division with 1...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER We dive into a big question for the Montreal Canadiens — should they sign Mike Matheson to a contract extension? Fans and analysts alike are asking: what kind of role does Matheson play in Montreal’s future, how does he impact the younger defense corps, and is he worth the long-term investment? In this episode of the show, your hosts Shaun Starr & Marco D’Amico break it all...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The race for the NHL Rookie of the Year is already heating up — and the Montreal Canadiens could be in the mix again. Could Ivan Demidov make it back-to-back Calder Trophy winners for the Habs? We break down Demidov’s incredible start, his odds to win the Calder, and how he stacks up against the rest of the NHL’s rookie class. We also take a closer look at the young phenom on th...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens will be looking to rebound after a rather frustrating loss at Edmonton on Thursday night. Join Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico LIVE for a full game recap and they'll also be taking all of your questions and comments LIVE on the show.  ✅ Demidov's brilliance ✅ PP 1 impresses ✅ Matheson's play/extension? ✅ Fan Q&A So join in and be...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers played a back and forth game where the Habs took a 5-3 lead in the 3rd period, bad penalties, bad refs, and a blown 5-3 lead turns into a 6-5 loss in Edmonton! Join Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico LIVE at 10:30AM (ET) on Friday for a full game recap! They'll take your comments and questions LIVE on the show and provide all the b...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER Deep dive into the Montreal Canadiens’ thrilling 2–1 overtime victory over the Calgary Flames from October 22, 2025! What we’re breaking down How Mike Matheson buried the OT winner just 1:00 into overtime after a perfect setup by rookie Ivan Demidov.  The gritty work of the top-line trio Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield and Lane Hutson that forced the Flames into a bad change and gave...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens need a true 2nd line center — and they can’t afford to wait any longer. After years of rebuilding, the Habs are still searching for that perfect piece down the middle to support Nick Suzuki and take this team to the next level. Shaun Starr and Marco D’Amico break down what the Canadiens’ options really are — could the answer come from within the organizati...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens beat the Buffalo Sabres 4–2, and Jakub Dobes was the story of the night! Making a surprise start over Sam Montembeault, the rookie goaltender stopped 30 shots and helped the Habs pick up another big win. Join Shaun Starr and Marco D’Amico LIVE at 11:30 as they break down all the key moments, Dobes’ performance, Martin St. Louis’ decisions, and what this wi...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER Ivan Demidov is showing flashes of brilliance early in his rookie season — but has he earned more ice time? After six games, the Montreal Canadiens’ talented winger continues to impress with his skill, speed, and hockey IQ. Shaun Starr and Marco D’Amico break down Demidov’s performance so far, what Martin St. Louis might be thinking, and whether Demidov deserves a bigger role in...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER LIVE Sunday at 10AM — Montreal Canadiens vs New York Rangers The Montreal Canadiens are on fire — can they make it five straight wins? The Habs take on the struggling New York Rangers, who’ve dropped three in a row, in what promises to be a high-intensity matchup. Join Shaun Starr & Marco D’Amico live as we break down: 🔥 How the Canadiens have managed their hot start 🔥 Tim...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens are rolling! The Habs are looking to make it four straight wins when they face off against the Nashville Predators on Thursday night. Can Martin St. Louis’ squad keep the momentum going? We’ll break down the key storylines, lineup changes, and what’s driving this early-season surge. Join Shaun Starr & Marco D’Amico LIVE Friday at 10:30AM as we react to...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens might have a future star in Michael Hage . After just three games with the Michigan Wolverines , Hage already has 9 points and 4 goals , catching the attention of Habs fans and NHL scouts alike . Shaun Starr & Marco D’Amico break down Hage’s playing style , his offensive upside , and whether he could develop into the Montreal Canadiens’ 2nd line center...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens played their home opener against the Seattle Kraken — and we’re breaking it all down LIVE! From Cole Caufield’s performance to Ivan Demidov’s impact, the Habs’ power play, and everything in between — we’ve got you covered. Join Shaun Starr and Marco D’Amico as they react to the full game, give instant analysis, and discuss what this means for Martin St. Lo...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens have some cap space to work with , and Shaun Starr & Marco D’Amico break down what that could mean for the Habs in the NHL trade market . Could Montreal be one of the early trendsetters in trades this season? From potential roster moves to smart cap management , we dive into what the Canadiens might do to improve their lineup, add impact players , and...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER Lane Hutson recently signed a contract in Montreal — not for as much as he could’ve gotten, but for less. Why make that choice? In this video, we dig into: What offers Hutson turned down How his decision gives the Canadiens more cap flexibility The message this sends to teammates and the organization What it could mean for upcoming contract negotiations (e.g. Bolduc, Demidov) Th...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens have wrapped up their three-game road trip, and Shaun Starr & Marco D’Amico break down all the key takeaways from the first week of the season. From the Habs’ power play struggles to early impressions of Zach Bolduc and Ivan Demidov, they dive into what’s working, what’s not, and where this team’s depth is showing early signs of improvement. Are the Ca...

TEXT ME! WE ANSWER The Montreal Canadiens are looking to make it two wins in a row as they take on Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks! Join Shaun Starr and Marco D’Amico as they break down everything you need to know — key storylines, live reactions, and fan takes from around the league. Will Ivan Demidov shine? Can the Habs carry their momentum from their last win into Chicago? We’ll dive i...