Montreal Canadiens have 72 players in camp vying for a small number of roster spots. Will final decisions be based on their body of work or a player's ceiling?
Now that the main training camp has opened for the Montreal Canadiens, player evaluation has already begun, with an eye towards the final goal of an opening night roster. We have observed some standout performances already from prospects and veteran players.
In determining the final roster, should management favor a young player's ceiling or rely on their resume? These difficult decisions are the focus of this week's episode of Canadiens Connection podcast.
In addition, we discuss a new role for Paul Byron, major changes to the Canadiens medical staff and an injury update. Experienced Canucks reporter Jeff Paterson joins the show to break down the Tanner Pearson trade.
Be sure to listen to these topics and more in the latest episode of the Canadiens Connection podcast. It's episode 262 of our sixth season. Click the link HERE or below in this post.
This Week’s Show: Full Camp, Few Chairs, Big Decisions
Segment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News
- 72 players are participating at Canadiens training camp. Standouts so far have included Jared Davidson, Logan Mailloux, Josh Anderson, Emil Heineman, and Mike Matheson.
- Paul Byron has retired as an NHL player and was named a player development consultant by the Canadiens.
- Jeff Gorton announced major changes to their medical staff including the retirement of Dr. David Mulder.
- Canadiens acquired forward Tanner Pearson and a third round draft pick in 2025 from the Vancouver Canucks for goaltender Casey DeSmith.
Segment 2 | Special Guest Jeff Paterson Breaks Down the Tanner Pearson Trade
- To provide a scouting report on Tanner Pearson and to give us a comprehensive description of his time in Vancouver, Canucks reporter Jeff Paterson joined the show.
Segment 3 | Have Your Say
- Canadiens upcoming events.
- Canadiens Connection question of the week.
- Listener's texts and emails.
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