Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

With their two game sweep of the Oilers in the rearview mirror, the Canadiens now turn their attention to Vancouver, with a three game set against the Canucks looming this week. Before diving into the Canucks preview though, Scott and Laura have some parting thoughts from the Edmonton games including: -The NHL Arrival of Jake Evans and the strength of the Kotkaniemi line in Montreal -How Jake Allen showed his veteran poise in his debut, and what that means for Carey Price -Canucks series...

In today's episode, we recap the Montreal Canadiens 3-1 win against the Edmonton Oilers. We discuss the much-improved power play and penalty kill, Jake Allen's first win in a Canadiens uniform, Alexander Romanov's first goal, Joel Edmundson's first good game, Jake Evans' quiet dominance, and so much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use...

It's a new week and the Montreal Canadiens are back in the win column with a 5-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers! In today's episode: -Scott and Laura recap the game and what made Montreal so effective -How can the Habs keep that momentum going into Monday night's rematch? -Why the heck does Brendan Gallagher want to listen to Nickelback in the locker room? -Breaking down Jakub Voracek's expletive filled rant towards a reporter from Friday night. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!...

We preview the Canadiens' upcoming two games against the Oilers and answer all kinds of mailbag questions, particularly about lineup changes we think the Habs might make and how to optimize the team's best players. Should Victor Mete draw into the lineup soon? And who should he play with? Are the Habs playing the right people in overtime? And how does Claude Julien bring out the best in Jonathan Drouin? Plus, what would it take to get Pierre-Luc Dubois on the Habs? Support Us By Supporting...

The Montreal Canadiens season is finally underway and they played a barnburner in Toronto to open up the season losing 5-4 in overtime Scott and Laura recap the game, and share some of their thoughts on what they didn't like, and what they did like from the Habs on Wednesday night, including: -Is Jeff Petry and Joel Edmundson a pairing built to last? -Can the power play tighten up before the Oilers game? -Nick Suzuki, the next NHL superstar? -Alexander Romanov announces his arrival in a big,...

It's finally here! The puck drops on the NHL season tonight and we have your game preview for the Montreal Canadiens at Toronto Maple Leafs. We discuss the waiver wire and the Habs taxi squad. For example, while we are sad to see Noah Juulsen go, having Victor Mete get claimed by a team like Toronto would have been infinitely worse. Plus, how do we feel about the opening night roster and who ended up on the taxi squad? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place...

We are one day closer to the NHL season beginning, which means there are roster moves happening everywhere, for better and for worse. -The Habs lost Noah Juulsen to the Florida Panthers on waivers, Scott and Laura breakdown his departure, and why at the end of the day it's likely best for Juulsen. -Corey Perry and Michael Frolik were placed on waivers on Monday afternoon, what do the Habs do if they lose either player? -Thanks to the folks at BetOnline, the hosts have some fun odds and bets...

We discuss what we learned from the Habs scrimmage on Sunday night, as well as who the Montreal Canadiens chose to put on the waiver wire. Players discussed in this episode: Josh Anderson, Paul Byron, Noah Juulsen, Lukas Vejdemo, Ryan Poehling, Jordan Weal, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50%...

It's the end of the week and that means one thing, it's time for the Friday Mailbag! First though, the hosts debate the nonsense around Team USA and Trashcan-gate after the World Juniors, plus laughing at insane Edmonton jersey takes. Then, the hosts get into listener questions for the Friday Mailbag! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that...

In today's episode, we talk a little bit more about Habs training camp, the Montreal Canadiens power play formation, Josh Anderson, and Alexander Romanov. We discuss the overreaction to ads on helmets and sponsored NHL division names. Finally we discuss details on the AHL season, especially in light of the news that the Laval Rocket will be playing at the Bell Centre this season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we...

At long last, the Montreal Canadiens were back on the ice for the first two days of training camp! Scott and Laura look at the lines and defensive pairs to see how the new arrivals fit into the lineup, and what it means for players like Corey Perry and Michael Frolik. It also appears that the Habs have finally tweaked their power play, is copying the Washington Capitals the way to go? Cole Caufield and Kaiden Guhle squared off for World Juniors gold, dividing the show in half due to country...

The Habs are back in town, and we have all the questions for training camp and for this upcoming season in today's episode. Will the additions that Marc Bergevin made in the offseason pay off? How will the new players fit into Claude Julien's system? Who were the notable absences from the Canadiens Training Camp roster? And what will they do about the salary cap? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag!...

It's a World Juniors themed day at Locked on Canadiens! Scott and Laura break down all four thrilling quarterfinal games, and why the tournament doesn't need to change formats due to some lopsided games. They'll also talk about the Habs fanbase being fully introduced to Kaiden Guhle and Jan Mysak after their meeting in the quarterfinals. Finally, Cole Caufield celebrated his 20th birthday with an incredible goal, and another strong showing, but what else has grown in his game over the course...

It's our last episode of 2020, and we have plenty to look forward to in the new year, starting with the Habs training camp. In our weekly mailbag, we answer questions about the upcoming season's power play, the effect the new signings will have on the current Canadiens depth chart, expectations for the season, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at...

We had a plan for the show, but then Marc Bergevin had other plans...Like signing Corey Perry! Scott and Laura look at the Habs newest signing, and what he brings to the table for Montreal, and how he might help a young team in the playoffs. With Corey Perry signed, the Habs remain over the cap, so what else is up Marc Bergevin's sleeve? Finally, some thoughts on the World Juniors, including Canada's 16-2 romp over Germany, and some Habs prospect thoughts. Support Us By Supporting Our...

Here's Part 2 of our Friday Mailbag, in which we answer questions about Cole Caufield, the potential Canadiens taxi squad, the Ottawa Senators, and more. Should we be concerned about Caufield's stats to date in the World Junior Hockey Championships? What's going on with Marc Bergevin's hair? And are we at all concerned about being swept by this year's worst team in the division? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we...

It's Friday and that means it is also time for the Friday Mailbag, but first the hosts break down the signing of Michael Frolik and where he might fit into the Canadiens lineup. Given that it is also Festivus, Scott and Laura have an Airing of Grievances for all things hockey, and then dive into listener questions! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag...

Locked On Canadiens cohost Scott Matla joins Michael DiStefano of Locked On Leafs and Ross Levitan and Brandon Piller of Locked On Senators for a roundtable season preview, in which the hosts for the 3 Eastern teams of the Canadian division compare notes on everything from goaltending to prospect depth. Predictions, rankings, questions, they cover it all. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up...

THE NHL IS BACK BABY! So you know that means it's time for Locked on Canadiens to discuss their feelings on the return to hockey in January, and what lays ahead for the Habs. Also Scott and Laura take a look at the crucial dates for the upcoming season, and ponder some of the questions facing the team in 2021, namely who the heck is behind Carey Price and Jake Allen in the goalie pecking order? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and...

In this week's mailbag, we answer questions about which Canadien would be our guess for a surprise early retirement, which Hab is the best at wrapping gifts, and more. Should the Bell Centre be renamed the Bell Forum? Which is the best holiday liqueur? And how have we annoyed our neighbors in the past? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next...