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Montreal is playing above five hundred hockey, while part way through a long road trip in December. Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by Sean Cayouette, Paul MacLeod, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about our beloved Habs, several other hockey topics, and share a lot of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of December 28, 2023.First Period [00:00 - 24:20 ]- Introductions, Habs Trivia- Discussing tonight's game against Carolina- Does the head hit to Juraj Slavkovsky warrant a review by the NHL Player Safety group?- Should the Canadiens call up Arber Xhekaj to insert some toughness back into the lineup?- Jayden Struble's call up and quick adaption to the NHL- Mitchell Stevens strong play helping solidify the fourth line- Does Samuel Montembeault's three year extension designate him Montreal's number one goaltender- Cayden Primeau and Jake Allen are both in current trade rumours Second Period [24:21 - 44:42]- Habs annual December road trip - Will Montreal finish the season around their current position, or go

With the American Thanksgiving break upon us, the Montreal Canadiens have been struggling in recent games.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by Habsworld podcast crew (Sean Cayouette, Paul MacLeod, and Jonathan Rebelo) to talk about our beloved Habs, several other hockey topics, and share a lot of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of November 21 2023. First Period [ 00:00 - 25:53 ]- Introductions, Habs trivia - Updates on recent injured players Raphael Harvey-Pinard, Jordan Harris & others- Discussing callups Jayden Struble & Mattias Norlinder; will they get into the lineup during the upcoming four game road trip?- Improved play of Gustav Lindstrom and Jesse Ylonen - Josh Anderson continues to struggle; will his goal scoring drought approach Scott Gomez?- Debating Cole Caufield's goal scoring slump, and how can he break outSecond Period [ 25:54  - 42:00 ]- Trade rumours involving Edmonton and Montreal; which goalie might be dealt?- Trade rumour with Washington involving Anthony Mantha- Eval

With a half dozen games under their belts, the Montreal Canadiens are in the middle of the NHL pack, despite several injuries.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by Sean Cayouette, Paul MacLeod, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about our beloved Habs, several other hockey topics, and share a lot of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of October 25, 2023.First Period [00:00 - 38:03]- Introductions, Habs Trivia- Canadiens early stand out players and disappointing players - Discussing injured Habs Kirby Dach, Kaiden Guhle , David Savard. Also injuries to prospects David Reinbacher, Emil Heineman and Lane Hutson- Prospect Joshua Roy is on fire in the AHL, leading the league in scoring.  Could he get a call up midway through this season?- Joel Armia was called up but has not got into the lineup yet.  When might he play and what role could he best fit?- Christian Dvorak has begun practicing with the team, and should be back in early November. How will his return affect the forward lineup?Second Period [38:04 - 4

The 2023-24 season is under way, and the Habsworld podcast team is back to talk about it.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about our team the Montreal Canadiens, and share a lot of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of October 10, 2023.First Period [00:00 - 32:23]- Introductions and Habs Trivia- Discussing the preseason play of prospects Mattias Norlinder, David Reinbacher, Logan Mailloux, Justin Barron, William Trudeau, Emil Heineman, Jesse Ylonen, Joshua Roy - Habs maneuvering the salary cap with recent transactions- Joel Armia waived and what may happen to him next- Could Montreal part with one of their three goalies in a trade with TampaSecond Period [32:24 - 50:37]- Habs trades during off season- Season predictions for Kirby Dach & his potential linemates, Montreal's power play, Suzuki-Caufield's potential linemates, improvements to the team's medical & training staff to better deal with injured players   Third Period [50:38

It's our centennial Habsworld podcast, and although it's the NHL offseason we had a lot to talk about.   Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo to discuss the Habs and have lots of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of July 4th 2023. First Period [0:00 - 18:10]- Introductions- Discussing Montreal's first round pick David Reinbacher- Where could Reinbacher play this fall?- Trade of Alex Hewhook from ColoradoSecond Period [18:11 - 32:04]- Discussing other Newfoundlanders that played for the Canadiens- Kent Hughes relationship to Alex Newhook - Habs resign Raphael Harvey-Pinard - Free agent signings Lias Andersson, Sean Monahan and where they may fit into the depth chartThird Period [32:05 - 1:08:54]- Joel Edmundson trade to Washington- Will Chris Wideman make this team out of training camp?- Talking about Arber Xhekaj's younger brother Florian being drafted by the Canadiens - Do the Habs need to sign an enforcer, now that Boston signed Milan Lucic and Tor

The Montreal Canadiens off season is a couple of months along and with the NHL draft around the corner, the Habsworld podcast team returned to talk about the Habs.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by new cohost Kevin Leveille, and veteran cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about the Habs and have lots of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of June 19th, 2023. First Period [0:00 - 18:14]- Introductions, Habs trivia- Cole Caufield contract extension - Caufield goal predictions for the upcoming seasons- Nick Suzuki making more of a presence in Montreal during the off-season - More Pierre Luc Dubois rumours Second Period [18:15 - 43:02]- Draft rumours involving PLD, Matvei Michkov & Montreal- Discussing different options for Montreal; should size be a factor in their selection?- Caufield, PLD and other Habs hanging out in Montreal at the F1 racing event- Some possible trade packages for PLD were discussed and debatedThird Period [43:03 - 1:20:23]- How many 2023 drafted

The Montreal Canadiens wrapped up their 2023 regular season, and the Habsworld podcast team was back to discuss it.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by Paul Macleod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about our Habs and have lots of laughs.  This podcast was recorded the evening of April 19th, 2023.First Period [ 0:00 - 23:15 ]- Introductions and dreaming about Connor Bedard becoming the first Canadien to wear #98- Hosts discussing their surprises and disappointments from the Habs this seasonSecond Period [ 23:16 - 52:42  ]- Discussing Habs UFA and RFA players to resign- Reviewing the end of season press conference. Predictions on how many seasons before the Canadiens will return to the playoffs- Timelines for some Montreal prospects arriving in the NHLThird Period [ 52:43 - 1:25:16  ] - Talking about the players actual injuries after they were revealed. Do players need to be more honest about their injury status to their team? Is it better to follow a warrior mentality and play through it no matter wha

Host Norm Szcyrek is back with cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about the Montreal Canadiens and have a lot of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of March 7, 2023.First Period [00:00 – 30:51 ]– Introductions and Habs Trivia.- Reflecting on the Canadiens versus Hurricanes game March 7th- Discussion of Brian Wilde's rumour of the Habs expecting to draft big players in the first round- Trade deadline wrap up, Habs trade and non-trades Second Period [ 30:52 -  46:03 ] - How likely can Montreal move out other veterans next offseason or next trade deadline?- Evaluating other teams trade deadline moves and how they will help in the playoffs- Raphael Harvey-Pinard's play since his call January call up; could he make the team as a regular next fall?- Trade idea of Montreal moving Kirby Dach to Winnipeg for Pierre Luc-Dubois Third Period [ 46:04 - 1:12:03 ] - Habs prospect updates for Lane Hutson, Logan Mailloux - Should a fight be allowed after a big, clean check, or shou

Host Norm Szcyrek is back with cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about the Montreal Canadiens and have a lot of laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of January 25, 2023.First Period [00:00 - 25:29]- Introductions and Habs Trivia- Cole Caufield shoulder injury and upcoming end of season surgery. Discussions about Caufield's next contract- Do NHL players over train, making them more prone to injuries? - Discussing the Habs blue jersey and their second mascot (Metal) - Strong play of Samuel Montembeault and Jake Allen close to a return to play Second Period [25:30 - 41:44]- Reviewing the Habs injury list that looks like a MASH ward;  debating Slavkovsky's hockey injury that takes 3 months to recover without surgery- Kirby Dach as a center has been outstanding lately; reasons why he has been so impressive - Improvements seen in St. Louis' coaching and the power play - Prospect Lane Hutson has officially grown one inch since the draft, and also been outstanding in colleg

It's the year 2023, and while the Montreal Canadiens returned home from a gruelling road trip, their struggles on the ice are continuing.  Host Norm Szcyrek is back with cohosts Paul Macleod, Sean Cayouette and Jonathan Rebelo, to talk about the Habs and have a lot of laughs.  This podcast was recorded the evening of January 10, 2023.Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [ 0:00 - 15:47 ]Introductions and Habs TriviaRevisiting the Christian Dvorak trade Discussing the Habs recent struggles and the tie in to their annual December road tripIs there something the Habs could do to turn this around, or should Habs fans embrace the "tank"Second Period [ 15:48 -  43:35 ]World Junior Championship tournament, and discussing Habs prospects:  Joshua Roy, Lane Hutson, Oliver Kapanen, Filip Mesar, othersStruggles of Nick Suzuki Trade rumours involving Montreal Third Period [ 43:36 - 59:22 ]Persistent trade rumour with Pierre-Luc Dubois going to Montreal Around the NHL topics including Ex Hab Mike McCa

The Montreal Canadiens have begun a brutally long set of games in the month of December with most of their games on the road. The HabsWorld podcast squad are back to discuss the team's recent matches, and several other topics.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette and Jonathan Rebelo on the evening of December 8th, 2022, to discuss the Habs, hockey, and share many laughs. Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [00:00 – 25:25]Introductions & Habs TriviaDiscussion of the Canadiens recent West Coast road trip Talk about Jaro Slavkovsky playing on the second line Should Montreal release Slavkovsky to play in the World Junior Championship Cole Caufield's strong play and predictions about his next contract Will Caufield score 40+ goals this season?Second Period [25:26 - 46:11]Montreal's injury bug; a blessing or a curse? What do we think of the new GM/VP and how much credit should Marc Bergevin get for this season?Discussing some of the excerpts from Pierre G

The Montreal Canadiens are one month into this season, and the HabsWorld podcast squad are back to discuss the team.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by cohosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette and Jonathan Rebelo on the evening of November 10th, 2022, to discuss the Habs and share many laughs. Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [00:00 – 18:56]Introductions & Habs TriviaResurrection of David Savard Discussing the strong play of rookies Kaiden Guhle, Jordan Harris, Arber Xhekaj, Juraj Slavkovsky and Jonathan Kovacevic  Suspensions to Josh Anderson and Juraj Slavkovsky Second Period [18:57 - 41:01]Habs Top Duo (Nick Suzuki & Cole Caufield) has a new winger with Kirby DachAssessing the Canadiens veterans that have excited and disappointed Strong starts for prospects Lane Hutson, Filip Mesar, Owen Beck, Jared Davidson Third Period [41:02 - 58:12]Around the NHL topics: Boston Bruins try, and fail to sign Mitchell Miller Ottawa Senators announce they will retire Chris Niel's jerseyRyan Rey

With the Montreal Canadiens 2022-23 season underway, the Habsworld podcast crew was back to talk about the Habs.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by cohosts Paul MacLeod, Jonathan Rebelo, and Sean Cayouette on the evening of October 12, 2022, to discuss the team updates & players over the past few months, while sharing a few laughs. Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [00:00 - 19:00] Introductions, Habs Trivia Season opener home game against the Leafs.  Highlights & lowlights from the game one victory Analysis of rookie Jaro Slavkovsky Second Period [19:01 - 45:54] Review of rookie defencemen Jordan Harris, Kaiden Guhle and Arber Xhekaj.  Which rookies will finish the season with the big club? Further analysis of the Toronto game  Reflecting on Carey Price's current quality of life  Discussions on other injured Habs players  Talking about new Habs Mike Matheson, Kirby Dach, Sean Monaghan, Evgeni Dadanov, and Jonathan Kovacevic  Third Period [45:55 - 1:03:47] Martin St. Louis coach

The Montreal Canadiens made a few big splashes at the 2022 NHL Draft on July 7th and 8th, held in Montreal.  The Habsworld podcast team reassembled to discuss the draft and other hockey transactions.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by cohosts Paul Macleod, Jonathan Rebelo and Sean Cayouette, on the evening of July 14th, 2022, to record this podcast and have a few laughs. Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed: First Period [00:00 - 22:37]Introductions, Habs TriviaSharing in person experiences of attending the 2022 NHL Draft in MontrealDiscussions about the Habs first round picks, Juraj Slajkovsky and Filip Mesar Second Period [22:38 - 33:18]Habs trade away defenceman Alexander Romanov, then trade for center Kirby Dach Discussing prospects from the team's Development Camp, defenceman Lane Hutson and center Owen BeckMontreal trades Shea Weber to Las Vegas for Alexander Dadonov Third Period [33:19 - 1:03:27]No qualifying offer for RFA Rem PetlickEarly predictions on the Habs 2022-03 season Around the NHL: 

The Habs off-season is underway and there is a lot of excitement about the team and the upcoming draft on July 7th & 8th.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by cohosts Paul MacLeod, Jonathan Rebelo and special guest Sean Cayouette  . Episode 90 is very draft focused, particularly with the Canadiens winning the draft lottery and selecting first overall.  This podcast was recorded the evening of June 6, 2022.Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [ 00:00 - 17:01 ]  Introductions, Habs triviaInitial thoughts about the upcoming NHL draft Discussing top prospects Shane Wright, Juraj Slavkovsky, Simon Nemec and their potential of being taken by MontrealRumour of a trade with New Jersey for their first round pickSecond Period [ 17:02 - 45:08 ]If Montreal drafts Shea Wright, will he start next season with the Habs ? Discussing draft options for the Habs second first round pick (#26): Issac Howard, Nathan Gaucher, Maverick Lamoureaux Talk of David Jiricek as a potential top pick Sharing thoughts ab

The 2022 NHL trade deadline has come and passed, and the Montreal Canadiens were an active participant. The Habsworld podcast crew returned  to talk about the Habs recent events. Lead by host Norm Szcyrek and joined by cohosts Paul MacLeod and Jonathan Rebelo; episode 89 has a lot of lively debate and more than a few laughs. This podcast was recorded the evening of March 21, 2022.Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [ 0:00 - 20:22 ]Introductions, Habs trivia Analyzing the Ben Chariot trade Reviewing the Arturri Lehkonen trade Discussing the Brett Kulak trade Second Period [ 20:23 - 55:08 ]Talking about players that could have been traded but were not:  Jake Allen, Joel Armia Discussing Jesperi Kotkaniemi's 8 year contract extension Montreal trading veteran goalie Andrew Hammond Evaluating the start of Martin St. Louis' coaching career with Montreal Who is your favourite current underrated Hab: Rem Pitlick, Corey Schuneman, Laurent Dauphin?Cole Caufield's hot streak; could he keep this u

With recent changes to the Montreal Canadiens staff and players, the Habsworld podcast team returned to talk about it all, and more.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by co-hosts Paul MacLeod and Jonathan Rebelo to discuss the state of the Montreal Canadiens; this podcast was recorded the evening of February 17 2022.Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [ 00:00 - 16:45 ]Introductions, Habs trivia Initial reactions and analysis of the hiring of interim head coach Martin St. LouisSome differences noticed in the play of the Habs since the coaching changeSecond Period [ 16:46 - 42:37 ]Analysis of Tyler Toffoli trade with Calgary Kent Hughes press conference and him using it to communicate to the league about their trade intentionsHughes very confident he will sign drafted prospect defenceman Jordan Harris this springA few trade rumours including the New York Rangers and other teamsReflections on their Overtime win against the BluesThird Period [ 42:38 - 1:09:57 ]More Habs trivia tied to their ov

The Montreal Canadiens ended their search for a new GM, and the HabsWorld team returned for their first podcast of 2022 to talk about that and much more.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by co-hosts Paul MacLeod and Jonathan Rebelo to discuss the state of the Montreal Canadiens; this podcast was recorded the evening of January 19 2022.Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [00:00 - 34:01]Introductions, Habs trivia Initial reactions to Montreal hiring Kent Hughes as their new GMWhat are the challenges Hughes faces?Some Trade speculationsCould Patrick Roy be lobbying for the Habs head coach's position?Will Hughes look for a more progressive coach, someone to employ a more modern system?Could Alain Vigneault be considered for the next head coach? Will Hughes employ a rebuild, retool or reset approach to fixing the Canadiens? Second Period [34:02 - 51:18]Will Quebec's strict public covid19 restrictions handicap Montreal in signing new free agents?Jeff Petry's family stayed behind at their home i

With the big news in the headlines about the Habs front office cahnges, the Habsworld team came back to talk about them all in their newest podcast.  Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by co-hosts Paul MacLeod and Jonathan Rebelo to discuss the state of the Montreal Canadiens; this podcast was recorded the evening of November 30 2021. Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed: First Period [ 00:00 - 30:37 ]Introductions, Habs trivia Montreal owner cleans house in the front office: gone are GM Marc Bergevin, assistant GMs Trevor Timmins & Scott Mellanby, VP of Communications Paul WilsonFormer GM Jeff Gorton hired as Vice President of Hockey Operations, will oversee & mentor the new GM hiring Discussing Bergevin's regime with the HabsSome potential GM candidates are debated Second Period [ 30:38 - 43:37 ]Rumour that player movements out of Montreal are coming Will veteran players like Gallagher tolerate a "rebuild" or prefer to be traded?Apathy creeping in to fans due to the team's poor startDraft lotter

With the Canadien's first month of games nearly over, the HabsWorld team returned to record their newest podcast. Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by co-hosts Paul MacLeod and Jonathan Rebelo, to talk about the Habs rough start to this season, some good news about Carey Price, several team roster changes, assorted NHL news and much more. This podcast was recorded the evening of November 10 2021.Here is a breakdown of the topics we discussed:First Period [ 00:00 - 24:32 ]- Introductions, Habs trivia- Factors to the Habs terrible start to the season- Is it possible for the team to bounce back and make the playoffs- Carey Price's returns to the team; when might he get back into the lineup?- Could firing Marc Bergevin help turn this team around - Is Sam Montembault an adequate NHL backup goalie; which farm team backup could do a better job?- Did Bergevin make the right decision not re-signing Phillip Danault and Tomas Tatar?- Is David Savard better or worst than Karl Alzner as a Hab? - Does this team need more puck m