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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 16h

After a rough preseason, few expected Zack Bolduc to shine when it counted—but on opening night, something clicked. As Tony Marinaro put it on The Sick Podcast, there's no need to worry now. Did the Habs pull off a steal? 🔁

🎧 https://twitter.com/thesickpodcasts/status/1976682889027666217

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 20h

Juraj Slafkovsky is hitting the ground running this season. In just the first 2 games, he's been a consistent threat in the offensive zone—looking sharper and more confident than ever. Could this be the breakout year fans have been waiting for? #GoHabsGo #NHL

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 1d

The Canadiens bounced back from a season-opening loss to the Leafs with a dominant 5–1 win over the Red Wings Thursday night. A true team effort, nearly everyone got in on the action. 👀🔥

Full recap: https://twitter.com/Blutman27/status/1976434395390279832

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 1d

Despite a 5-2 loss to the Leafs on Wednesday, the Canadiens found a silver lining. Alex Newhook and Oliver Kapanen formed a penalty kill duo that gave Toronto’s star-studded power play serious trouble. A new threat in the making? 👀
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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 1d

After a 5–2 loss to the Leafs last night, the Canadiens are back at it tonight vs. the Red Wings, who open their season and home schedule at 7pm ET. Can the Habs rebound and spoil Detroit’s opener to even up their record? 👀🏒
🔗 https://twitter.com/StuCowan1/status/1976328392795619686

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 2d

The Canadiens dropped their season opener 5–2 to the Maple Leafs, but the score doesn’t tell the full story. A close game saw two empty-netters in the final minute, and Montreal couldn’t convert chances despite a solid effort. Full recap: https://twitter.com/Sportsnet/status/1976066701092692406

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 2d

🎙️ On The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro, Alexis Lavoie-Martel broke down why the Canadiens might be keeping Hutson and Demidov on separate power-play units. Many fans are puzzled by Demidov not being on PP1... but could there be a smart strategy behind it? 👀 #GoHabsGo

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 2d

The day is finally here! The Canadiens open their season vs. the Maple Leafs tonight at 7pm ET at Scotiabank Arena. After a strong preseason and last year’s playoff push, Montreal looks to start strong against their rivals. Can they carry the momentum? #GoHabsGo #LeafsForever

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 3d

Just before the 2025 NHL Draft, the Canadiens traded Emil Heineman and the 16th & 17th picks to the Islanders for Noah Dobson—then signed him to an 8-year, $76M deal. Fresh off a down year, can Dobson bounce back in Montreal? Full story: https://www.youtube.com/live/OgUURt0Lw0A?si=KQZXH5OXSJyLUDlG

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 3d

🎙️ On Tuesday, Habs coach Martin St. Louis addressed the media ahead of the regular season, sharing his expectations for the team. What’s he looking for from the Canadiens this year? Find out what he had to say 👉 https://twitter.com/HabsOnReddit/status/1975627463482089810

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 3d

The Habs lost newly signed Sammy Blais to waivers—and to their biggest rival, the Leafs. Montreal left a spot open on their 23-man roster, gambling with a 22-man setup. Did the risk backfire? Full story here 👇

https://twitter.com/spittinchiclets/status/1975262661618376972

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 4d

A pivotal chapter in the Canadiens' rebuild begins in less than 48 hours, but fans aren’t buzzing about Opening Night. All eyes are on Lane Hutson and his contract status. What’s holding up the deal for Montreal’s young phenom? Details here ⬇️ #GoHabsGo #NHL

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 5d

Montreal Canadiens prospect Alexander Zharovsky is off to a hot start in the KHL—1 goal, 2 assists in his first 3 games with Salavat UFA. At 18, his playmaking is already turning heads. Could this be the breakout year?

🔗 https://twitter.com/khl_eng/status/1973756103356776769

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 5d

🎙️ On The Sick Podcast, Nicolas Cloutier told Tony Marinaro he sees Oliver Kapanen as a future Eetu Luostarinen-type player — high praise, given Luostarinen’s role in the Panthers’ recent Cup-winning success. Full clip here: https://twitter.com/thesickpodcasts/status/1974172601506537516

The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 6d

The Canadiens wrapped up preseason play Saturday night with a frustrating 3–1 loss to the Senators. A tough night offensively for the Habs—now all eyes are on the final roster decisions. Full breakdown here: https://twitter.com/RDSca/status/1974617842210554206

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 6d

Habs prospect LJ Mooney made his NCAA debut with the Minnesota Gophers on Friday night—and it didn’t take long for the shifty forward to flash his elite skillset. 👀
🎥 Watch the moment: https://twitter.com/scottcwheeler/status/1974299781079224352

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 6d

The Canadiens play their final preseason game tonight at the Bell Centre vs. the Senators (7pm ET). With roster spots still up for grabs, expect an intense matchup—especially after Tuesday’s heated clash.

Full preview: https://twitter.com/HabsOnReddit/status/1974524556594540720

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 7d

On the latest Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro and Nicolas Cloutier break down Jayden Struble’s role with the Canadiens. Is he too good to be the 7th defenseman? Cloutier even suggests he could be top 4 on many NHL teams. 🎧🔥
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https://twitter.com/thesickpodcasts/status/1974217897653252207

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 8d

Anthony Martineau joined JIC on TVA Sports to break down Coach Pascal Vincent’s plan for David Reinbacher’s return to Laval. With injuries slowing the Habs’ 2023 5th overall pick, the strategy includes both physical and mental prep. Full clip: https://twitter.com/TVASports/status/1973870571302850589

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 9d

One preseason game left before the Habs kick off the regular season vs. Toronto on Oct 8 — and there are still roster cuts to make. With camp winding down, how should Montreal prepare for their final tune-up vs. Ottawa? 🎥➡️ https://www.youtube.com/live/M7IfU-EahAo?si=mYqh86lS-Xid6bjl

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 9d

Oliver Kapanen has been one of the Habs’ top standouts at training camp, showing growth on both ends of the ice and making an impact on every line he’s played with. But has he done enough to stick in the NHL? Pierre McGuire and Maxim Lapierre don’t quite agree.👇

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 9d

Joe Veleno may have had a quieter game Tuesday, but the Montreal native continues to show he belongs in the NHL—doing the little things right can make all the difference. Could this be his breakout season? Full breakdown of his camp performance: [link] #GoHabsGo

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 10d

The Canadiens lit up Quebec City with a dominant 5-0 win over the Senators — and things got physical fast. The Xhekaj brothers brought the heat in multiple fights, as both teams racked up a wild 152 penalty minutes. Full highlights & chaos: https://twitter.com/MarcPDumont/status/1973165886547841457

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 10d

The Canadiens crushed the Senators 5-0 Tuesday night, but the real story unfolded between the whistles. 152 penalty minutes and a powerful glimpse into the new identity Montreal is building. Ready for a shift in culture? 👀 #GoHabsGo #NHL

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The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro @thesickpodcasts.bsky.social · 10d

During last season’s holiday trip to Florida, the Canadiens made a key move: sending struggling Cayden Primeau to Laval and calling up Jakub Dobes. The change gave Montreal stability in net—and played a major role in their playoff push. How big was Dobes’ impact? ⬇️

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