How Are The Montreal Canadiens DOING THIS?

[@shaunstarr]

**Logan Mailloux STILL Learning** kzbin.info/www/bejne/faG6i5Klas2na7s

[@pdubb4]

Colorado fan and Habs goalie was cool and collected. Holding the Avs to 1 goal was impressive. Good luck making the playoffs.

[@shaunstarr]

Enjoy the rest of the season you’re cheering for a fun team with so much talent 👊🏻

[@HabsTypeBeat]

He was great but we also held them to low 20 shots. This was a defensive battle.

[@powers1500]

@@HabsTypeBeat I can't help wondering if they can still keep on playing this good, if yes, then this rebuild is over ???

[@HabsTypeBeat]

@@powers1500 The way I look at it is you have a legit ~ppg two way 1c in Suzuki, two guys capable of scoring 40+ goals a season in Caufield and Laine, you’re adding a likely franchise player in Demidov, a very good bottom 6, a future #1 offensive defenseman in Hutson, high end shutdown defenseman in Guhle, two complimentary top 4 D in Matheson and Carrier rounding out a solid top 4 with guys like Hage, Beck and Mailloux on the cusp. The biggest question is 2c but you have the assets to solve that through trade. We have the pieces so it’s only a matter of time.

[@leraklab2661]

@@powers1500its not fully finished yet. We got the talents but they need to reach their full potential first. Wich is the goal of the next few years

[@birdythebird]

I don't know if it's just me but Dobes reminded me of Dryden , more of a standup than a flopping goalie and Habs played with confidence knowing he's back there .

[@shaunstarr]

He looks so good

[@Downie1968]

Dach IMO is doing pretty damn good considering his injury. I live in Edmonton and it took Connor Brown 82 games to get back. He was absolutely horrible during the season but was a beast in the playoffs

[@shaunstarr]

Agreed! Solid take👊🏻

[@Taooflu]

Good context - Brown can play a more shielded role whereas so much is expected from Dach as 2c on a rebuild team, it’s a lot of pressure!

[@Downie1968]

@ ya you’re rite. Dach is in more of a spotlight than Brown

[@calvee123]

The goalie Dobish, looks really good. Hudson looks really good. Heineman looks really good. When was the last time Canadiens had 3 really, really good rookies? This is so wonderful to see. I’m so delighted in this team right now. I’m also happy Dach is playing with confidence now too. This is a awesome podcast. I look forward to these. Thanks Shaun.

[@shaunstarr]

It is a joy to watch!

[@stevenscelamy3807]

Actually the tying goal was a broken play initiated by Evans, the puck is left behind and picked up by Hutson who quickly back passes it to Cole who sends it to Suzuki on the far end to initiate the 2v1 on the zone entry. Magic!! Habs transition play just suddenly got so much better during this trip it’s mind boggling

[@shaunstarr]

you are correct. the commenter suggested it was evans who passed to 13, if i read that correctly while doing this live. and you are bang on. Theyre so much better organized in every area v the first 6 weeks

[@MorganBurton]

After Chicago loss: "It's all over". After Colorado win: "In the mix."

[@shaunstarr]

Not what I said. I called it a terrible loss and I stand by it and explained further again today. They’re 1pt out now. Pressure is a privilege and felt pressure after their two, three game winning streaks and lost to CBJ and CHI. They’re learning from it. That’s the point I’ve being making.

[@HabsTypeBeat]

A lot of fans are to reactionary.

[@Nate77701]

@@HabsTypeBeatexactly after one win habs fans say we will win the cup. After one loss they say we’ll finish bottom 5.

[@DrewDerek-fr2pc]

Let’s all relax and remind ourselves that Slaf is 20 yrs old. Plus, he’s 5th in pts with 21 and 3rd with 17 assists. Slaf will get to 50Pts just like he did last yr at 19yrs of age.

[@shaunstarr]

fair points. sucks seeing him benched v COL though

[@Taooflu]

@@shaunstarrPezz being in the lineup forced Marty’s hand a bit, because not only did Slaf not also play, neither did Emil. I don’t think it was them being penalized as much as giving the team the best chance to win.

[@xlwolfff]

Yeah but Hutson has 5 more points then him. And jake evans has 2 more points then. Hes getting overshadowed. And next year he will be overshadowed by Demidov. Then its pretty much done for him. He will be removed from the first PP and be replaced by demigod. And then he wont have much time to develop. And he will then become the worst player with the crappiest contract ever.

[@johnq2068]

Yes was hoping for an upload today! Thank you sir!

[@shaunstarr]

I got you! Good stuff with a new guest this week. starts tomorrow at 10AM.

[@danieldejong6382]

This is a fun team to watch...yes even with the discomfort from time to time. I can see some headway being made even though that prior to December, the season was helter skelter.

[@shaunstarr]

👊🏻

[@appletile2887]

Following hockey over 60 years....most young players get bitten by the sophemore jinx. Last year Slats just played by reaction. This year he realized he was in the NHL and started to think on what to do next. Bad move. Do that during practice and even in the AHL. You make....go to moves without thinking. That is the players edge. Crosby built his game just like that with all that talent he has. Slats.....start working hard in practice and expand your tool inventory. Dach will be much better by March, the knee pain will be lower then so he can expand his tool chest. On the Dobinator....he looks like the real deal....he won't be a hot and cold goaltender like Price was. Price was rushed by Gainey who broke him. Price had the talent but Gainey loaded too much pressure on a kid. Consistency is the mark of an elite player

[@shaunstarr]

Great take

[@BuellersBack]

WOW WOW WOW, call me impressed!!! I would say Carrier is the cornerstone of Habs' turnaround. Dobes is a pleasant discovery. GO HABS GO!!!

[@shaunstarr]

Right?!?! I am excited about this team.

[@Downie1968]

Soderblom had something to do with Chicago winning on Friday. I kinda expected a bit of a let down against Chicago IMO with this crazy travel schedule. Only human and are bound to get tired

[@shaunstarr]

You’re right👊🏻

[@Kravmagagod]

I enjoyed the outcome of last night's game.

[@shaunstarr]

ME TOO!

[@colecolettecole]

i was watching habs since late 60s ~ goaltending is right ~ gumper vachon roy dryden + + + avacado ( colorado avalanche ) became a 2nd team for me coz of roy ~ as im older im finding that im becoming more of a hockey fan than just a habs fan ~ makar is my favrite player ~

[@remi-y4u]

Comment from Bob Hartley in early December " put the mixer away, montreal is not going to be in the mix this season. Need to think twice before making such a stupid comment.

[@shmitzysays]

Relax about Slaf. He’s barely 20. He’s literally doing exactly what Hughes predicted would happen and everyone is still flipping out. Progression and development are not linear. He’ll be fine. Two weeks ago everyone said Dach should be fired into the sun. Now he’s fine and everyone loves him again. Slaf will be just fine.

[@shaunstarr]

from your lips...

[@Downie1968]

I absolutely agree. I believed in Dach all along but so many wanted him gone. Slaf will turn it around without a doubt

[@sconnors8721]

I agree Hughes expected this with slaf said it in interview before the season

[@Zazskatchenews]

Chicago is a classic trap game. It happens, their goaltender had a great game. Laine wasn’t available all the time and Caufield picked up the slavk on the goal front. Silencing the critics. 21 goals in 39 games is great. It’s 10 points out of a possible 12… Slaf is 21…

[@shaunstarr]

He did have a great game. Slaf is 20 but your point remains the same 👊🏻

[@antoniom4099]

I always thought the Havs would be fighting for a playoff spot. If Laine had not gotten hurt we’d be in a solid position right now.

[@41italia]

big bodies take a while to develop in the NHL, i think Slafkovski will be fine he's still very young. i do think he should have spent a year or 2 in Laval though as you said.

[@shaunstarr]

what gives me hope is the kid's attitude. i think it will keep him from getting too down. i hope

[@Taooflu]

I hope Hughes can bring in some more depth. Without Laine and Savard, you can see that Pezz and Struble are okay but not everyone was in their right “chaise” as Marty said. If we’re going to keep pushing for the playoffs we’ll need some real depth. Maybe Harvey-Pinard or calling up Roy when needed.

[@shaunstarr]

Certainly will be fascinating to see how this team does which will force the GM’s decisions

[@Downie1968]

Ya Hutson passed the puck to Suzuki . Evans made the good defensive play

[@shaunstarr]

They’re so much better in all zones it so fun to see and Hutson…what’s the ceiling?

[@erictanty7227]

How do we know he's not a bust? From what im seeing, it certainly looks like a possibility. That contract was a dumb move by management.

[@shaunstarr]

We don’t. I see glimpses of something so I’m nowhere near bust territory but ya who knows ultimately

[@josephfilice9538]

Slaf might be as sick as Laine

[@shaunstarr]

Hope so if it’s that👊🏻

[@alcologne1786]

Slafkosky should not have the privilege of playing on the first line and the power play. He is hurting Suzuki and Caufield. Put him on the third line, it may be time to try Anderson back on the first line. Slaf is looking like the wrong pick back in that 2022 draft.

[@cecaju9516]

He was the right pick, then the wrong pick, then the right pick, and now the wrong pick again. Maybe he’s just playing like big young player that hasn’t figured it all out yet?

[@ST-TV]

Heineman has plaid well enough to have a stint in the 1st line. If you don't want him there, you could try Laine.

[@lbmclean]

Slavkowski is young

[@shaunstarr]

you are not wrong

[@antoniom4099]

Soderblom stole that game.

[@andrewwhyte9944]

Slaf is now guaranteed 60,000,000 over the next 7 years after scoring 20 goals in a single season! What is there to play hard for, he is now set for life! He is not aggressive enough because he has never had to play that way, and never will. Maybe in the playoffs he will play better because he has been told that there is no longer any fighting in the post season! Either way, Gorton and Hughes made a BIG mistake giving him too much money after 20 goals in a season! I don't know of any other team that has done that with a player (that wasn't a defense-man) after having a 20 goal season. A very dumb move not to offer him a 3, or 4, million a year contract for 3 years, to see if he would continue to develop!!! Management keep defending him because they are loath to admit such a huge mistake! I predict he will not get much better than he is now, no matter how long he plays. I hope I am wrong.

[@shaunstarr]

Great take. Thanks for taking the time to put these thoughts down👊🏻

[@pachena]

Give Slaf a break. Look at how Dach has progressed. Trust the process

[@ST-TV]

Dach was injured so it's expected. Slaf has no solid reason.

[@shaunstarr]

injuries v non injured player. this is what happens when you learn the nhl while playing in the nhl in my opinion. peaks and deeeeeeep valleys

[@kevinsargent6282]

Slaf is still only 20. People need to relax… he will get better. I also suspect he is playing at less than 100%, maybe a nagging minor injury or something. I am not concerned.

[@mr.nihilz3283]

They should put Slaf on PP2 with Matheson and make him the trigger man. He has no role on PP1.

[@shaunstarr]

im up for trying almost anything with this kid

[@powers1500]

I can understand that most fans/media are super happy and also somewhat surprised by all the latest wins. However, I still can't see them making the playoffs but could possiby remain in the mix !!!

[@shaunstarr]

I have no expectations for playoffs BUT I do want them to play meaningful games late in the season

[@jacobperez10]

I’m still not impressed with Dach. Our bar is so low for this guy

[@mr.nihilz3283]

Drouin still trying that weak backhand in the shootout. What a trash panda.

[@shaunstarr]

hahaha i was really hoping he wouldnt score especially on the OT PP.

[@downsouthherc6638]

Their 1st 20. Let's see where we are! 2nd 20. We know where we are! Character win after Chicago. Sidebar, Slafs will find his game again.

[@shaunstarr]

agreed. he's got age on his side...for now

[@jonhil514]

Rantanen didn't break out until his 21-22 year old season. Chill. Slag will be fine.

[@stevedaniels623]

Slav is definitely not skating. Waving his stick like a wand. No confidence at all. Very lost

[@shaunstarr]

boy he looked upset after the game in the room not smiling. sucks when you're not helping the team

[@stevedaniels623]

@ I totally agree with hes thinking bout playing high level hockey while playing high level hockey. Needs to start reacting not thinking

[@andrewwhyte9944]

It seems that every game the Habs play now, they have to beat the opposition and the Ref's. We get Chintzy penalties that other teams do to the Habs and get away with. Why does the NHL want the Canadians out of the playoffs? Maybe, the NHL wants only one Canadian team in the playoffs in each conference to keep ESPN happy. If 2 Canuck teams made the finals, ESPN and their sponsors would be extremely Pissed Off because the viewership in the USA wouldn't watch them!. Maybe that was part of the deal ESPN made with the NHL, in order that ESPN would carry NHL games! Don't forget, Money Rules over everything else!

[@shaunstarr]

Madone these refs Saturday

[@Slicky-14]

Slaf is not moving his feet and reaching for the puck! Made bad passes played with no intensity and drive! He needs to go to the 4th line for the moment or sent to Laval for a conditioning stint!

[@shaunstarr]

how worried are you?

[@mauricerose3082]

He's going to need to hit the gym in the off season.

[@cecaju9516]

He’s playing like a big 20 year old. He’s still a work in progress and will have his ups and downs. Start worrying if he’s still inconsistent at 23.

[@Slicky-14]

@@shaunstarr Think he’ll get it Shaun,might take a couple years as he’s tall and young which usually takes longer but for the moment something has to be done! He can’t just keep playing with the top line with more opportunities and not having to put in the work when needed.Its not fair to the other two on that line or to himself, he won’t improve as fast if he continues on this path.

[@richardbonte8641]

Totally agree

[@chansevigen1328]

Habs need to package Newhook and some draft picks for a legit 2nd line Center if possible. 2025 draft they currently hold 2 firsts 2 seconds 3 thirds 2 fourths This draft capital should allow them to finally get that 2nd line Center they desperately need to make playoffs IMO.

[@antoniom4099]

Dobes will take over the net if he continues to play great.

[@stevedaniels623]

I find Newhook always looking behind him to make a play. Similar to the stupid league trend off the PP drop pass. How bout this. Take the freaking puck to the net…. Every time. Cause some stress on the D constantly. It’s not rocket science. Go to the net!!!! Like I tell my boy in U9 lol

[@shaunstarr]

Colorado did a double drop on the PP. wild!

[@stevedaniels623]

@ yes. That led to a turnover lol. Mind boggling how teams haven’t found a way to break it and get more short handed breakaways !???!

[@birdythebird]

The biggest issue with SLAF is all the hype and most of all his contract given to him

[@shaunstarr]

Love to be a fly on the wall when they gave the extension the green light

[@robertlegault9226]

No NFL pls

[@shaunstarr]

lol thanks Robert but just a little bit at the end for those that want

[@Jamescraigjohnson]

I though this was a hockey show. Football sucks!

[@shaunstarr]

bro, it was 5min at the end of a hockey show. I know it's monday but you got lots of hockey content. cheers

[@davidmccormick84]

You are way to hard on the players. I grew up with the Habs and they were a defensive team more than just goaltending. Dryden would have been a normal goaltender without that defence. They made you go wide and take shots from outside and the goaltenders job was made easier. Robinson, Savard, Lapointe. They are playing great and you are ripping them.

[@shaunstarr]

Not sure I would agree that I’m ripping players. This was a rather positive view and I spent enough time in this video defending players from criticism

[@davidmccormick84]

@@shaunstarr I think it may be your job to rip them sometimes. I am not saying you are wrong for ripping them or defending them. I am saying that they were built on defence. Robinson was around +120 one year. I am not saying you are wrong, just that I disagree. Opinions are subjective and you put them out there, I am just a commenter. Kudos to you. New sub.