Montreal Canadiens fans, brace yourselves for a hockey feast! From Habs prospect potential to mouthwatering Montreal eats, this episode serves up a smorgasbord of Habs content.

Host Laura Saba discusses Florida Panthers' injuries and their ripple effect through the Atlantic Division. Could this open the door for Montreal or Ottawa to crack the top three in the division? She also analyzes rising stars Vinzenz Rohrer and Florian Xhekaj, comparing Rohrer's gritty play to fan-favorite Brendan Gallagher. The fun continues with a Ted Lasso-inspired breakdown of the Canadiens roster and an extensive guide to Montreal's best pre and post-game spots. From coffee shops to cocktail bars, Laura's got you covered.

Hungry for Habs talk and Montreal's finest fare? Tune in for the ultimate fan experience!

0:00 Intro: Friday Mailbag and upcoming topics
02:40 Vinzenz Rohrer inspiring play
11:04 Could the Habs crack the top 3 in the Atlantic Division?
17:30 Kapanen taking Dach's spot?
15:17 Nicknames for Canadiens' lines prompt for our listeners
20:25 Guide to eating and drinking in Montreal
26:32 Best smoked meat and dining options

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Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators: Rivals on the Rise or Playoff Pretenders?

Laura Saba and guest Maude dissect the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators' unexpected success last season. They analyze crucial offseason moves, including Claude Giroux's re-signing and Noah Dobson's addition, that could reshape both teams' fortunes. The hosts debate playoff prospects in a stacked Atlantic Division, exploring how young stars like Nick Suzuki and Brady Tkachuk are influencing team dynamics. Will Montreal's "playoff school" experience pay off? Can Ottawa's improved defense propel them to new heights?

Tune in for insider perspectives on these Canadian rivals and their quest for NHL dominance.

0:00 Intro: Previewing the upcoming season
5:14 Analyzing last season's playoff performances
11:04 Offseason changes for Senators and Canadiens
21:33 Game Over Ottawa show format changes
23:11 Season outlook and division predictions
28:37 Team chemistry and leadership styles
33:28 Where to find Game Over Ottawa content

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Can the Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings FINALLY snap their historically long playoff droughts? Can the Boston Bruins return to their usual winning ways after a disaster season? And are the Montreal Canadiens the class of this crop of four squads? In a special Atlantic Divison Hopefuls season preview, Joe DiBiase (Locked On Sabres), Brian Fisher (Locked On Red Wings), Ian McLaren (Locked On Bruins) and Ian Boisvert (Locked On Canadiens) link up to talk about life in the bottom half of the loaded Atlantic Division, and what the path to the playoffs looks like for each of them. They dissect each team’s FanDuel over/under projections, discuss big offseason moves, and dig into the stakes at play for each team if things don’t go to plan this season.

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The Montreal Canadiens and the Ottawa Senators met again in a meaningless game that became violent. Why do these teams insist on playing each other every year?

Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba bring you their immediate reaction following the Habs decisive 5-0 win over the Ottawa Senators. With the two teams left to face off one final time before the season starts, we must ask the question again: why do these teams want to play each other every year?

When there was actual hockey to be played, the Canadiens had a stand out performance from Oliver Kapanen and Ian and Laura call the race for that lineup spot. Plus, yet another step forward in the return of Kirby Dach.

0:00 Intro: Canadiens defeat Senators in heated game

13:11 Kapanen likely secures roster spot

18:51 Projecting final roster decisions

24:00 Kirby Dach shows renewed confidence

29:57 Trivia question on Sammy Kapanen

31:19 New trivia question on Kirby Dach

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Montreal Canadiens' lineup shakeup keeps Habs fans guessing as the final week of preseason begins. Will the new lineup changes against the Senators reveal Montreal's true potential?

We break down the Habs' latest cuts, reducing the roster down to 34 players. We analyze key decisions, including the cutting of Sean Farrell and retention of Oliver Kapanen. We preview the upcoming matchups against Ottawa, emphasizing the importance of these final tune-up games. New practice lineups spark debate, with Boldic and Demidov's positions under scrutiny.

Discover the hosts' insights on Montreal's evolving strategy and get some scoop on Oliver Kapanen's NHL family legacy. Will these changes propel the Canadiens to a strong start in the regular season?

0:00 Final weekly forecast before regular season
5:37 Preseason cuts and roster decisions
9:23 Weekly forecast: Upcoming games against Senators
14:09 Can Canadiens and Senators play without incident?
19:53 New forward line combinations at practice
24:36 Evaluating potential of new third line
29:41 Trivia question about Carey Price's goalie partners

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The Montreal Canadiens made their first wave of cuts Saturday night. Who missed the cut and who has the inside track to make the team?

Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba analyze the Habs 4-2 win over the Leafs on Saturday night, including the impressive nights from Lane Hutson and Alex Newhook. Afterwards, the Canadiens announced cuts. Is this the end of the line for Joshua Roy's NHL dream in Montreal? Is Florian Xhekaj the favourite to land the final lineup spot at forward?

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Montreal Canadiens' preseason takes a turn as groin injuries rear their ugly heads. Will the Habs remain unfazed?
We break down Montreal's 7-2 loss to Toronto, highlighting Kirby Dach's encouraging performance and leadership. We look at the recent injuries to Guhle, Dobson, and Reinbacher, exploring their impact on the Habs' lineup. Mailbag questions spark discussions on draft scenarios, Vegas Golden Knights' media controversy, and Brendan Gallagher's future with the team.
Tune in for expert insights on the Canadiens' preseason challenges and what they mean for the upcoming NHL season.

0:00 Intro and game recap
5:18 Mike Matheson's performance and "Mike meter"
7:51 Kirby Dach's encouraging return to play
11:25 Mailbag: Alternate draft scenarios without Slafkovsky
18:35 Mailbag: Olympics vs Calder Trophy dilemma
23:16 Watching non-Canadiens hockey games
27:47 Key decision point in Canadiens' rebuild
31:21 Young players making the roster out of camp
33:26 Trivia question and wrap-up

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Sam Montembeault and Jakub Dobes solidified the Habs goaltending last season. Can they repeat their success in 2025-26?
Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba analyze the goaltending performances from last season and determine if the Habs are in good shape in net this season. Plus, how the Canadiens must resist the temptation to call up Jacob Fowler before the time is right.

0:00 Intro: Discussing Canadiens goaltending situation

5:25 Montembeault's character and team-first attitude

10:40 Jakub Dobes as a reliable backup option

16:57 Ideal games split between Montembeault and Dobes

22:05 Remembering Carey Price's many backup goalies

26:27 Jacob Fowler's development and future timeline

31:08 Responding to listener feedback on Xhekaj

34:01 Trivia question honoring late Bernie Parent

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