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The Canadiens will require young elite talent and experienced veterans to become a perennial contender. What does their championship window look like?

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During the Montreal Canadiens rebuild, it's natural to carefully follow young players  who will be part of the core for the foreseeable future, and the top prospects who are in the pipeline. But a perennial contender will also require key veterans to complement the talent of the elite core.

What will the makeup of the team look like and what are the odds of the Canadiens winning a Stanley Cup in the next five years?

It's a fascinating topic that provides the focus for this week's episode of Canadiens Connection podcast.

In addition, we provide roster updates including Justin Barron and Arber Xhekaj. And we outline the week that was for Habs prospects. We conclude the show with comments, texts, and emails from you, our loyal Canadiens Connection listeners.

Be sure to listen to these topics and more in the latest episode of the Canadiens Connection podcast. It's episode 280 of our sixth season. Click the link HERE or below in this post.

This Week’s Show - Montreal Canadiens Prospects: Past, Present, Future

Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News

  • Arber Xhekaj was recalled by Canadiens and Justin Barron was sent to Laval.  
  • Brendan Gallagher was suspended for five games by the Department of Player Safety.
  • This week we shine a spotlight on HC Ryazan forward Alexander Gordin.
  • Quote of the Week from Islanders head coach Patrick Roy.

Segment 2 | Key Veterans to Help Secure Canadiens Championship Window

  •  Who are key veterans that the Canadiens should retain/acquire to become a perennial contender?

Segment 3 | Have Your Say

  • Canadiens upcoming events.
  • Canadiens Connection question of the week.
  • Listener's texts and emails.

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