Battle of the Best | Canadiens Connection ep 142

This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsRick and Joe break down the week that was for the Montreal Canadiens. Check out the comprehensive post-game reviews for every game at AllHabs.net.Carey Price chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.Roster news - Jake Evans cleared to play. Dominique Ducharme self isolating at home. Canadiens signed VP John Sedgwick to a three-year contract extension.Habs prospect report - Forward Yannick Veilleux has reportedly signed a two-year contract with Eisbaren Berlin of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL). Canadiens signed Laurent Dauphin to a one-year, two-way contract. Reports state that Joel Bouchard is unlikely to return as head coach of the Laval Rocket next season. Be sure to read the content at AHL.report and check out The Press Zone - Montreal.Marc Bergevin lost out to Lou Lamoriello for the Jim Gregory Award for GM of the Year. Bergevin raised expectations for this team heading into the season and it came to fruition with the Canadiens advancing to the Stanley Cup Finals. Habs Playoffs News and Notes - Capacity at the Bell Centre currently at 3,500, while Amalie Arena in Tampa Bay at 14,800. Officiating in the playoffs by Chris Lee and Dan O'Rourke has been heavily scrutinized in games three and four of the semi-finals. Segment 2: Stanley Cup FinalA magical playoff run from the Montreal Canadiens culminates in a Stanley Cup Final appearance. Four wins away from a Stanley Cup championship, Rick and Joe break down the improbable match up for the Stanley Cup."To be the best, you've got to beat the best." -- Artturi LehkonenSegment 3: Have Your SayListener's texts and emails. Canadiens Connection On Rocket Sports RadioCanadiens Connection is hosted by Joe Whalen (@JoeWhalen19) and Rick Stephens (@AllHabs) with contributions from Chris G. This talented team of credentialed journalists come together to share their valued insight.Canadiens Connection is a connection between fans, journalists, players, coaches, management to thoroughly discuss their favorite game in an informative, thought provoking, and entertaining way.Get The Canadiens Connection!Be sure to follow @habsconnection on Twitter, Facebook, InstagramSearch for “Canadiens Connection” from Rocket Sports Radio on your favorite podcast app and subscribe! You can also listen to every episode on apps including:Apple Podcasts (iTunes)SpotifyOvercastStitcherCastboxPocket CastsRadioPublicTuneInGoogle PodcastsShare the Canadiens Connection on social media. And we would be grateful for your 5-star rating for the podcast!