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Eyes On The Prize: A Montreal Canadiens podcast

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Montreal Canadiens
NHL
Fanduel
Tampa Bay Lightning
Buffalo Sabres
Cole Caulfield
Laval Rocket
Toronto Maple Leafs
Ivan Demidov
Olympics
Canada
Hockey
Nick Suzuki
Atlantic Division
Carolina Hurricanes
Florida Panthers
Ottawa Senators
Cole Caufield
Lane Hudson
Boston Bruins

For fans of the Montreal Canadiens.

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Latest Episodes

Jacob Fowler with Dylan Waugh, goalie coach and EOTP alumn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

01:00 - SHL / Björklöven acclimatization / adjustments.

08:50 -  David Reinbacher, and the Rocket Laval.

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Andrew Berkshire joins the podcast to talk about Zach Bolduc's season, progression and why he is needed in this Canadiens team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers... more

Laura Saba of Locked on Canadiens Fame joins the podcast to talk about the forgotten rookie Oliver Kapanen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert... more

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Recent Guests

Linc Zdancewicz
From McKeens Hockey
McKeens Hockey
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 16; LJ Mooney, with Linc Zdancewicz of McKeens Hockey
Bogdan Konuyshkov
Defender on the Toronto/Montreal pipeline? (subject of episode)
Montreal Canadiens
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 17; Bogdan Konuyshkov with Vladislav Utkin
Vinzenz Rohrer
NHL prospect discussed in the episode
Zurich/European pro hockey connections
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 18; Vinzenz Rohrer with Matt Drake
Jared Davidson
NHL prospect for the Montreal Canadiens; former AHL standout with Laval Rocket
Montreal Canadiens organization
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 20; Jared Davidson with Scott Matla.
Pascal Lapoint
Guest from Tout Sur le Hockey
Tout Sur le Hockey
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 22; Hayden Paupanekis with Pascal Lapoint of Tout Sur le Hockey.
John Broadbent
Guest, analyst from Defend the Nest
Defend the Nest
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 23, Sacha Pastujov w. John Broadbent from Defend the Nest.
Sacha Pastujov
Guest, top prospect featured on episode
San Diego Gulls/ Anaheim Ducks
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 23, Sacha Pastujov w. John Broadbent from Defend the Nest.
Daniel Jacobs
Coach taking over Laval
Laval Rocket / Laval organization
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 24; Tyler Thorpe w Nate Clurman, former Rocket Laval now Rögle BK (SHL)
Daniel Spensieri
Cheminot player/analyst
Cheminot
Episode: The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - The Near Misses, with Daniel Spensieri (Cheminot)

Host

Matt Drake
Co-host, goalie analysis, and deep-dive segment leader.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 258 ratings
  • Too many gambling ads

    Too many ads in general. There shouldn’t be nearly six minutes of ads in a 20-25 minute episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    I'm a man, but I can change
    Canada24 days ago
  • Habs DeVelopment Camp

    Excellent Habs content, well done. What I truly truly enjoy is listening to Matt, Drake and his personal takes and knowledge of the game. His passion comes through in spades and I really appreciate his honesty and his considerable knowledge. Keep up the good work Matt we’re all listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DPJ64
    Canada4 months ago
  • Wait WUT?

    Dropping an f-bomb for the prime minister. Did not come to this for politics. Made a Tokyo comment for Suzuki a couple of weeks ago. Thought it was a one off. I guess not. What a clown this guy is. Will keep show for Rocket report and Euro prospects, but will delete all other episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mike Fondacaro
    United States5 months ago
  • Great host but way too many ads

    The host is awesome and he is super engaging to listen to. However, this podcast is bookended with ads with an ad read in the middle as well. I understand it’s FanDuel but wow. Too many ads, I walked in and said wow that’s a lot of ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MechanicsburgFan
    United States9 months ago
  • Great habs pod

    This is a great podcast for fans of the Canadians. Excited for the future of this team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    15th cef 48 highlanders
    Canadaa year ago

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Ads are disruptive to otherwise strong content for some listeners.
Guests with strong prospect and international scouting insight are highly valued.
Listeners praise deep analysis and passion from hosts.
Many appreciate the Canadian hockey focus and depth on Canadiens prospects.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#156
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#46
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#84
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#219
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#32
France/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#123
Australia/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 20; Jared Davidson with Scott Matla.
Q: Percentage wise, how many percent do you give Jared Davidson to fit with the Canadiens for more than 10 games this season?
The guest estimates about a 35 percent chance, acknowledging that the number could improve if he sharpens skating, cuts penalties, and demonstrates consistency; even then, it might involve sporadic call-ups rather than a full-time role.
The Top 25 Under 25, 2026 - Number 25; Yevgeni Volokhin
Q: And what happens moving forward could depend on A, what happens with the guys in front of him, right?
The discussion suggests that the decision will hinge on who performs best among the current trio, with the organization weighing Dobish for premier starts, Fowler for 1B duty, and Volokhin's continued development to see if he can push into a larger NHL role.
Discussing Alexander Zharovsky's season - with Ivan Letyagin
Q: What factors influence the decision to bring him to Montreal or Laval?
Factors include his physical development, the coaching staff's plan, the team's window to contend for the Stanley Cup, and whether there is a clear role for him on the roster that would maximize his growth and long-term value.
Discussing Alexander Zharovsky's season - with Ivan Letyagin
Q: Should Zharovsky stay in the KHL for another year or move to North America soon?
The guests lean toward him staying in Salavat Yulaev to continue developing, gaining consistent ice time and refining his game, with a potential North American move only when he's more physically and tactically ready.
Discussing Alexander Zharovsky's season - with Ivan Letyagin
Q: What stands out about Zharovsky's 2025-2026 season in the KHL?
He exploded as a 19-year-old, led offensively at times, earned rookie-level honors, and demonstrated elite potential, though his playoff scoring was limited due to age and adaptation, suggesting a need for further development before a North American move.

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A hockey-focused show centered on the Montreal Canadiens, featuring in-depth prospect analysis, development paths, and rosterbuilding discussions. Episodes consistently drill into player ceilings, NCAA and European development, and the team's prospect depth, often with international guests and expert guests from scouting outlets. Noteworthy is the mix of rigorous scouting with casual banter and sponsor integrations, creating a shopping-list for potential guests and sponsors while delivering actionable insights for fans and industry professionals.

Listeners likely value analytical hockey discussion, cross-border scouting perspectives, and candor about player development, with a strong interest in prospects, drafts, and team strategy. The fo... more

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1. Linc Zdancewicz
2. Bogdan Konuyshkov
3. Vinzenz Rohrer
4. Jared Davidson
5. Pascal Lapoint
6. John Broadbent
7. Sacha Pastujov
8. Daniel Jacobs

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