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Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens

Scott Matla, Locked On Podcast Network, Laura Saba

Locked On Canadiens podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Montreal Canadiens and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba, the Locked On Canadiens podcast provides your daily Canadiens fix with expert opinions, local analysis, trivia, and coverage of all aspects of the Habs franchise. Locked On Canadiens takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the

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00:36:39

Montreal Canadiens STUN Maple Leafs | Florian Xhekaj...

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2025/11/24

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 and Noah Dobson's heroics. The episode spotlights Ivan Demidov’s elite puck vision, Nick Suzuki’s

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00:36:47

Regression: Canadiens Goaltending EXPOSED - Sam...

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2025/11/21

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 Jacob Fowler from Laval? Is a trade needed to shake things up? 00:00 Sam Montembeault's Goaltending

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00:32:20

Montreal Canadiens trade rumors HEAT UP – Should Kent...

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2025/11/20

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 or Erik Haula from the Nashville Predators.The hosts spotlight how missing top-six players like Kirby

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00:31:30

Laval Rocket Poised for HUGE Season | AHL Check-In...

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2025/11/19

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 Laval. 03:22 Roy's Improved Effort Noticeable08:31 Rocket's Discipline Issues Persist13:19 "Jared Davidson

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00:33:39

Montreal Canadiens loss to CBJ conceals real story:...

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2025/11/18

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 defensive performance that doubled his teammates' advanced metrics, and Mike Matheson's renewed excellence

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00:14:00

SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE: Montreal Canadiens at Columbus...

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2025/11/17

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 about covering in the coming years?You can find Prime Monday Night Hockey on Prime Video from any device in

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00:34:01

Habs Losing STREAK Hits 3 Games as Injuries Mount |...

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2025/11/17

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 Slafkovsky.00:00 When It Rains, It Pours05:54 Power Play Struggles Persist07:35 Improved Passing's Impact on

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00:35:37

Montreal Canadiens CRUMBLE 7-0 at Home as Alex...

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2025/11/14

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 Newhook's serious lower body injury and its ripple effects on the roster—particularly the penalty kill

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00:32:18

Habs TRADE RUMOUR: Interest in Tage Thompson? |...

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2025/11/13

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 Suzuki is playing through... something. 00:00 Canadiens Rumor Roundup05:43 Buffalo Sabres GM Under

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00:31:53

Montreal Canadiens lose to LA Kings and need to...

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2025/11/12

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 play backfired, examine standout performances from Josh Anderson and Jake Evans, and discuss Jaden Struble's

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00:31:31

Habs Look to FINALLY End Streak vs. Kings | Weekly...

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2025/11/11

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 line options currently in Laval and different ways of measuring powerplay success.0:27 Weekly forecast:

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00:35:05

Montreal Canadiens Kirby Dach EXPLODES for 4 goals as...

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2025/11/10

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 rookie-leading scoring pace, and Noah Dobson's transformative impact on the blue line since arriving

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00:32:33

Canadiens Attention to Detail LACKING in New Jersey |...

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2025/11/07

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 the glass penalty good? Is it too soon to give Kirby Dach a bigger offensive role? Who are we rooting for

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00:31:28

Montreal Canadiens prepare for CRITICAL NJ Devils...

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2025/11/06

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 Valeno, analyzing whether a replacement-level fourth-liner deserves the backlash he's receiving. The

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00:32:40

Habs Fall in Shootout After AWFUL Start |...

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2025/11/05

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 goals, is Sam Montembeault on the cusp of breaking his slump? And finally, more pointed thoughts on the

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00:33:04

Montreal Canadiens lineup CHANGES | Habs look to...

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2025/11/04

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 Mammoth, debating goalie deployment strategies for Sam Montembeault and Jakub Dobes. The hosts analyze

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00:33:01

Habs Win FIFTH OT Game After Blown Lead: How Can...

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2025/11/03

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 Habs, Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield continue to lead the way. 0:23 Canadiens Beat Senators in

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00:35:44

Do the Montreal Canadiens still need a 2C? | What...

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2025/10/31

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 Reinbacher, or Jacob Fowler—we'd sacrifice for a legitimate center. Key discussions include the

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00:32:16

Canadiens Core Off to INCREDIBLE Start: Can They Keep...

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2025/10/30

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? Given their hot starts, Caufield and Suzuki probably have a claim to Olympic participation. Will the

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00:31:06

Habs Win ANOTHER Overtime Game | PROBLEM Defending...

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2025/10/29

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 secondary scorer on the Canadiens. Can he keep up his current pace? 0:00 Intro0:31 Cole Caufield's Overtime

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