Josh Anderson! Moving his feet, settling into his role. Habs deserve a Ton of credit, absolutely loving this team. No lineup changes necessary, as the kids say “let them cook” ha.
Laine has impressed, he's healing, skating harder. & most importantly, he's playing a 200 ft game. He's smart & crafty, the guy's have taken notice. That's what a team is all about. Yes, their in the mix...
@shaunstarr Your right, he's a big body presence who protects the puck extremely well. Sidebar, for all the naysayers that wanted MSL gone, you should examine your thoughts in a more positive light!!
I watched Dobes in Laval last year and this year. After the mid way season last year he was lights out and put them in the mix to get in the playoffs (look at his stats). He played the same this year and the Rocket were at the top or near the top of the league so far. He is the real deal. I criticized the team and coaches this year, but the last 10 games have been a Jeckyl Hyde story. Love the play of the team now.
Thanks for this Cathy. Solid insight 👊🏻 his rebound control was elite and I like how protective of his crease he is. Exciting to watch this play out now
Carrier has been so good. So calm. Such a pro. Great move in two parts by the GM, Realizing moving Kovacevic was a bad decision, tried Barron and it didnt work and he made a correction. Smart ego-less move
@@shaunstarr i wouldn't say moving kovacevic was a bad move, they were hoping one of reinbacher, maillioux or barron would play, maillioux not quite ready defensively, barron was not good and reinbacher got hurt
We are lucky The Canadians Of having 12 great forwards It's like having2 1st lines 2 second lines Not counting off young great defense and also youngers that are starting to come up It's gonna be a good year finish I gotta feeling There a playoff team! Thanks! JimS
Since Carrier arrived, the D has been more together and, the entire team is playing good defense. We should have kept Kovacevic, He has helped lift NJ to the top of the east! One last thing, this Heineman kid is going to be a big part of this team. I love what we have seen from this guy. He can skate, hit, score. and he plays hard and SMART!
Probably Dachs best hockey of the season. Nice to see 4 lines going. I thought maybe they escape with 2 points this weekend if they got lucky. Thats the best they've played all season.
All starts on the back end for the Habs. Defensive improvement needs to stay consistent; if they can keep that up we will see this team take a significant step this season and play those "meaningful" games in March we all want to see.
We need more back to back games2 no 2 against Det2 no 2 against 2 against Detroit 1 against Tampa bay 1 against Florida vote back to back games 4 games winning 8 points Keeps great job
You can not replace the value that Evans and Armia gives the team on the bottom 6 and killing penalties you take those two out of the lineup and it's a totally different team BOTTOM 6 PLAYERS ARE THE KEY TO WINNING STANLEY CUPS
All comes down to the dollars. Evans is playing great and hopefully his demands are reasonable but you can't overpay a bottom 6 guy in his late 20's for one year of production. Having said that if they're in the mix down the stretch I wouldn't be in a rush to trade guys like Armia and Savard at the deadline. The value of the experience gained for the squad will hold a lot of weight.
When the opposition knows they can't virtually guarantee a win by keying on the top line, things become a lot more interesting. This is as balanced a forward group as any team in the NHL. The bottom 6 are among the league's best for total goals scored and the blue line is full of promising young defencemen, with more knocking on the door. They aren't going to contend any time soon, but it changes everything when the top 2 lines are genuine threats.
Everything seems to be falling into place . Laine returning , Carrier stabilizing the d-squad , Dach getting out of his funk , Evans killing it , Heineman’s coming of age and Primeau exiting to open up that spot for Dobes . This might very well be a new chapter in the habs rebuild . Excited to see how it all unfolds in the second half of the season . Who stays , who gets moved , who gets called up if they move some guys …
I think he’s going to play in Vegas. He’s ready for the NHL, just a different mental make up and his game is far more advanced than Primeau swimming on his stomach. He has a lot to correct in his game right now. Dobes stunned the leafs during the preseason, he didn’t win, but showed the start of what he could do. Marty is throwing him out against the hardest teams for a reason
I’d agree if MTL was supposed to be a playoff team. For me it’s watching them put it together and build. The difference in the team from October version to December version is night and day.
@shaunstarr Indeed there is a good and positive improvement from October and November. I think that Habs fans, including me, tend to jump the gun and lack patience at times. We all have an opinion on the matter, it's good that we can share our views without judgments.
The way that most fans/ media are reacting from the two win week-end, they indeed want to be in he mix...not rebuilding. If they keep playing good hockey, they might not even get a top10 pick next summer. That means that Suzuki and Hutson will likely be the 1C and top#1 defenseman for possibly the next 10 years unless they luckily win a draft lottery within the next couple of years !!!
I’ve tried to make the point over the last few weeks that the organization is trying to win and rebuild simultaneously and I like it. Get a winning culture established asap
@shaunstarr it is like having your cake and eating it too. Rebuilding while winning for developing the "culture"...However, I agree, this is what the fans/media want, so HuGo are giving them what they are asking: wins !!!
Lol omg and had he played him and he lost you would be commenting why did they play him back to back they are going to ruin him . Guys like you always complain
Nobody ruined Primeau you make it sound like he had nothing to do with his own lack of success? The misreads, the weak high glove… coaches can’t goal tend too. Whole point of bringing up Dobes was to avoid back to back. Monty was getting tired and we saw that against CBJ.
I can tell you this for sure. The plan was to get Dobes a start here and there but keep him in Laval for the full season. Next year Dobes and Monty in the nhl and Fowler and Hughes in the AHL. I believe that changes now after Primeau cleared. Rocket next game is Jan 3 and they’ve lost two in a row.
@@shaunstarr I said if he continues to play really well. The trade bait could be for next year. If Monty plays well in the up coming 4 nations tournament you will hear talks for him.
Money has this year and next year, but he’ll be the back up next season. I’ve watched Dobes since he was drafted at Ohio state, he’s the real deal. He was hidden and not watched at all in Montreal, a complete unknown and when you look at the numbers, the awards he won at Ohio his first year; top rookie, top goaltender, all rookie, and first all star, he’s got game. He had a tough start last year playing with the youngest team in the AHL, the first 10 game, he buckled down and showed that he’s a top talent, but the media stats watched instead of recognizing the talent. Dobes is Montreals next undisputed number one.
Having a second line is huge Also if you look at this team without Ghule vs this team with Ghule the difference is huge This team is currently healthy and it’s clicking
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Josh Anderson! Moving his feet, settling into his role. Habs deserve a Ton of credit, absolutely loving this team. No lineup changes necessary, as the kids say “let them cook” ha.
Great point to bring up Anderson who has found his place on this team and wow can he fly
What an insane weekend for the Habs! If this version of the team keeps showing up, they are in "the mix". GO HABS GO and Happy New Year!!!
Let’s gooooo
If this version keeps showing up.. they’re in the playoffs… and possibly win a round or two
Laine has impressed, he's healing, skating harder. & most importantly, he's playing a 200 ft game. He's smart & crafty, the guy's have taken notice. That's what a team is all about. Yes, their in the mix...
Solid👊🏻 and laine’s pick protection is sooo good
@shaunstarr Your right, he's a big body presence who protects the puck extremely well. Sidebar, for all the naysayers that wanted MSL gone, you should examine your thoughts in a more positive light!!
I watched Dobes in Laval last year and this year. After the mid way season last year he was lights out and put them in the mix to get in the playoffs (look at his stats). He played the same this year and the Rocket were at the top or near the top of the league so far. He is the real deal. I criticized the team and coaches this year, but the last 10 games have been a Jeckyl Hyde story. Love the play of the team now.
Thanks for this Cathy. Solid insight 👊🏻 his rebound control was elite and I like how protective of his crease he is. Exciting to watch this play out now
Carrier putting guhle back on the ld is huge
Carrier has been so good. So calm. Such a pro. Great move in two parts by the GM, Realizing moving Kovacevic was a bad decision, tried Barron and it didnt work and he made a correction. Smart ego-less move
@@shaunstarr i wouldn't say moving kovacevic was a bad move, they were hoping one of reinbacher, maillioux or barron would play, maillioux not quite ready defensively, barron was not good and reinbacher got hurt
We are lucky The Canadians Of having 12 great forwards It's like having2 1st lines 2 second lines Not counting off young great defense and also youngers that are starting to come up It's gonna be a good year finish I gotta feeling There a playoff team! Thanks! JimS
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Since Carrier arrived, the D has been more together and, the entire team is playing good defense. We should have kept Kovacevic, He has helped lift NJ to the top of the east! One last thing, this Heineman kid is going to be a big part of this team. I love what we have seen from this guy. He can skate, hit, score. and he plays hard and SMART!
Dude. Great points all around! Heineman’s assist on the Armia goal where he outmuscles the guy was a beautiful thing to see
Agree 100% the D has been transformed with Carrier. No more mistakes and giveaways. They’re playing as a team now.
Happy New Year gentlemen. Canadiens are making us dream again.
What a solid two game stretch. 👊🏻
Probably Dachs best hockey of the season. Nice to see 4 lines going. I thought maybe they escape with 2 points this weekend if they got lucky. Thats the best they've played all season.
agreed! 5 on 5 they looked so much better and Laine's size and ability to protect puck is elite
All starts on the back end for the Habs. Defensive improvement needs to stay consistent; if they can keep that up we will see this team take a significant step this season and play those "meaningful" games in March we all want to see.
Agreed👊🏻
We need more back to back games2 no 2 against Det2 no 2 against 2 against Detroit 1 against Tampa bay 1 against Florida vote back to back games 4 games winning 8 points Keeps great job
Thanks Jim
Great show Shaun!
Thanks brother 👊🏻
You can not replace the value that Evans and Armia gives the team on the bottom 6 and killing penalties you take those two out of the lineup and it's a totally different team BOTTOM 6 PLAYERS ARE THE KEY TO WINNING STANLEY CUPS
All comes down to the dollars. Evans is playing great and hopefully his demands are reasonable but you can't overpay a bottom 6 guy in his late 20's for one year of production. Having said that if they're in the mix down the stretch I wouldn't be in a rush to trade guys like Armia and Savard at the deadline. The value of the experience gained for the squad will hold a lot of weight.
I have to come here to listen to my favourite 690 guys.
My man👊🏻
The Laine effect is showing. Kids playing street hockey and scoring well deserved goals. Dobes is a great switch as backup giving SM some breaks.
his line looks so much better 5 on 5 and his ability to protect the puck with his reach and size is elite
Number 75 is a star they should keep him on as a back up and eventually a starting goalie!!! let’s not lose this guy
They won’t. If all goes to plan he and Monty will be the full time nhl guys and Fowler will be the starter in Laval next year.
When the opposition knows they can't virtually guarantee a win by keying on the top line, things become a lot more interesting. This is as balanced a forward group as any team in the NHL. The bottom 6 are among the league's best for total goals scored and the blue line is full of promising young defencemen, with more knocking on the door. They aren't going to contend any time soon, but it changes everything when the top 2 lines are genuine threats.
Everything seems to be falling into place .
Laine returning , Carrier stabilizing the d-squad , Dach getting out of his funk , Evans killing it , Heineman’s coming of age and Primeau exiting to open up that spot for Dobes .
This might very well be a new chapter in the habs rebuild .
Excited to see how it all unfolds in the second half of the season . Who stays , who gets moved , who gets called up if they move some guys …
And the players still to come up front and in goal. Time to buy stock in the Habs
I think he’s going to play in Vegas. He’s ready for the NHL, just a different mental make up and his game is far more advanced than Primeau swimming on his stomach. He has a lot to correct in his game right now. Dobes stunned the leafs during the preseason, he didn’t win, but showed the start of what he could do. Marty is throwing him out against the hardest teams for a reason
Exciting to see play out👊🏻
I hope Slaf can do like Josh Anderson and start using his big body to play physical. These two can terrorize other teams.
I enjoy your podcast, as I enjoyed 690.
Thanks for the listen! Appreciate it.
Two good wins for the Habs in Florida but let's not forget that they faced the two #2 goalies.
I’d agree if MTL was supposed to be a playoff team. For me it’s watching them put it together and build. The difference in the team from October version to December version is night and day.
@shaunstarr
Indeed there is a good and positive improvement from October and November.
I think that Habs fans, including me, tend to jump the gun and lack patience at times.
We all have an opinion on the matter, it's good that we can share our views without judgments.
Trade high!!!! Don’t fall in love with 3rd and 4th liners… ever!!!
How about I propose this. Dvorak out next year. Evans fills that roll and I offer up 4yrs $14mill
@@shaunstarr13 mil
all 4 lines are briging energies to the club.many players can score now and the opposition are not use to this.
6 games in a row Montreal has scored at least 4. The consistency was missing from their game big time
dobes needs to play at least once a week if he can maintain a high level
I expect he plays Friday?
The way that most fans/ media are reacting from the two win week-end, they indeed want to be in he mix...not rebuilding. If they keep playing good hockey, they might not even get a top10 pick next summer. That means that Suzuki and Hutson will likely be the 1C and top#1 defenseman for possibly the next 10 years unless they luckily win a draft lottery within the next couple of years !!!
I’ve tried to make the point over the last few weeks that the organization is trying to win and rebuild simultaneously and I like it. Get a winning culture established asap
@shaunstarr it is like having your cake and eating it too. Rebuilding while winning for developing the "culture"...However, I agree, this is what the fans/media want, so HuGo are giving them what they are asking: wins !!!
Great win. Happy for the play. But again, WHY didn't MSL play Dobes after his big win? Man. He's,going to ruin this kid like he did Primeau
strong disagree. the whole point is to avoid playing same guy back to back. I think Dobes plays Friday v Chicago
Lol omg and had he played him and he lost you would be commenting why did they play him back to back they are going to ruin him . Guys like you always complain
Nobody ruined Primeau you make it sound like he had nothing to do with his own lack of success? The misreads, the weak high glove… coaches can’t goal tend too.
Whole point of bringing up Dobes was to avoid back to back.
Monty was getting tired and we saw that against CBJ.
The Canadiens have given up on Primeau, they will not offer him a contract. Primeau should try another team if he wants another shot in the league.
i dont think so. we ll see how he resets in laval and i would like Dobes plays friday v Chicago. my guess
Primeau is not coming back. He will probably be traded if he shows he can play in the NHL.
I can tell you this for sure. The plan was to get Dobes a start here and there but keep him in Laval for the full season. Next year Dobes and Monty in the nhl and Fowler and Hughes in the AHL. I believe that changes now after Primeau cleared. Rocket next game is Jan 3 and they’ve lost two in a row.
If we can only trade Dvorak, he just seems out of place with this team.
Don't be surprised if Dobes continues to play really well that Monty might be used as trade bait for that missing piece.
Monty isn't worth more than a 3rd or 4th even.
wooooooooooooooooooo let's slow down on that. one game for Dobes
@@shaunstarr I said if he continues to play really well. The trade bait could be for next year. If Monty plays well in the up coming 4 nations tournament you will hear talks for him.
@@HabsFanatic10 Another veteran goalie
Money has this year and next year, but he’ll be the back up next season. I’ve watched Dobes since he was drafted at Ohio state, he’s the real deal. He was hidden and not watched at all in Montreal, a complete unknown and when you look at the numbers, the awards he won at Ohio his first year; top rookie, top goaltender, all rookie, and first all star, he’s got game. He had a tough start last year playing with the youngest team in the AHL, the first 10 game, he buckled down and showed that he’s a top talent, but the media stats watched instead of recognizing the talent. Dobes is Montreals next undisputed number one.
One thing i noticed about Dobes is that he is consistent. Even more so than Monty in my opinion.
I haven’t seen him play more than two games. One in Laval and his shutout v Florida. Love what I’ve seen. Good attitude. Confident and rebound control
Having a second line is huge
Also if you look at this team without Ghule vs this team with Ghule the difference is huge
This team is currently healthy and it’s clicking
It’s coming along nicely. Good habits forming consistently