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 each!

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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. Is this the first sign of what's to come with the rest of the coaching staff? Plus hear about TWO exclusive interviews that Habs fans will want to be sure they've watched!

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 Options

Russ Cohen, American scout for Elite Prospects, joined Amy and Rick to discuss the Canadiens best options with the fifth overall pick in June's NHL draft. Cohen also added selections for Montreal with their second, first-round pick.

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

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• Canadiens Connection question of the week.
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Canadiens Connection is hosted by Rick Stephens (@RocketSports) with Michael Spinella (@TheSpinella), Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule) and Chris G (@ChrisHabs360). This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.

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 look at the big item on Laval's offseason to-do list: deciding whether or not head coach Jean-Francois Houle receives a contract extension. Finally, the two identify three of the AHL's top head coaches who could get a look from NHL clubs this summer as the search begins for a whole host of new head coaches to fill vacancies.

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 prospects over the year, and previews what's coming up in the next few weeks.

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 excitement with the arrival of Florian Xhekaj and Lane Hutson, plus Logan Mailloux's NHL recall, and sets the stage for Laval's final two regular-season games this week which will determine their playoff eligibility.

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 David Reinbacher, while also evaluating the season-long performance of goaltender Jakub Dobes. Amy wraps up the show with a close look at the competition ahead of the Rocket on this week's schedule.

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 results mean in terms of the Rocket's race to maintain their playoff position. She also spotlights the recent play of prospects Jakub Dobes and David Reinbacher, before setting up the contests Laval faces in the coming 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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 America. Can the Montreal Canadiens prospect quickly blossom into an NHL defenseman?

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 learn what's expected to happen this week with the young prospect, get some insight on what to expect from this exciting new hockey player, plus find out just how close Laval is to qualifying for the playoffs after kicking off their road trip last Sunday.

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. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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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 Zone, with podcast host Amy Johnson (@FlyersRule), every Tuesday for discussion about Montreal Canadiens prospects in the AHL. Plus, each episode also takes a closer look at other AHL teams, news, entertainment, and special events around the American Hockey League. It’s an informative and entertaining weekly show brought to you by a team of credentialed, knowledgeable hockey journalists!

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