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Melnick in the Afternoon

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Montreal Canadiens
Tampa Bay Lightning
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Carolina Hurricanes
Buffalo Sabres
NHL Playoffs
Montreal
Toronto Maple Leafs
New York Knicks
Vegas Golden Knights
Montreal Expos
Toronto Blue Jays
Stanley Cup Final
CF Montreal
Nikita Kucherov
Cole Caulfield
Cole Caufield
Colorado Avalanche
Boston Bruins
Ottawa

There is one show where insiders share their secrets in this city. One person that they trust and respect. Opinion, reaction and the highest level of informed sports talk in Montreal. Melnick in the Afternoon, with Mitch Melnick.

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There is one show where insiders share their secrets in this city. One person that they trust and respect. Opinion, reaction and the highest level of informed sports talk in Montreal. Melnick in the Afternoon, with Mitch Melnick.

There is one show where insiders share their secrets in this city. One person that they trust and respect. Opinion, reaction and the highest level of informed sports talk in Montreal. Melnick in the Afternoon, with Mitch Melnick.

There is one show where insiders share their secrets in this city. One person that they trust and respect. Opinion, reaction and the highest level of informed sports talk in Montreal. Melnick in the Afternoon, with Mitch Melnick.

There is one show where insiders share their secrets in this city. One person that they trust and respect. Opinion, reaction and the highest level of informed sports talk in Montreal. Melnick in the Afternoon, with Mitch Melnick.

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Recent Guests

Ivan Demidov
Guest introduced at start of segment
Episode: Hour 4 - Friday 06/05/26
Juraj Sławkowski
Guest introduced as a participant in a later segment
Episode: Hour 4 - Friday 06/05/26
Dan Byrne
Musician and songwriter
Independent artist
Episode: Hour 3 - Friday 06/05/26
Chris Nyland
Former player, discussed Claude Lemieux and Canadiens era
Episode: Hour 3 - Do the Canadiens make lineup changes ? + what Canada's World Cup roster may look like
Bill McCreary
Hall of Fame referee and author
Stories from Ice Level
Episode: Hour 4 - Tuesday 05/26/26
Nate Thompson
Former NHL player, guest on the show
NHL / Professional hockey
Episode: Ward: Don't Feel Like Canes Have Taken CONTROL
James Myrtle
Senior writer covering the NHL for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Hour 2 - James Mirtle NHL/HABS and Luca Scott F1 join the show
James Mirtle
Senior writer, The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Mirtle: Habs Put PRESSURE on Canes
Jaden Struble
Carolina Hurricanes player, in lineup tonight
Carolina Hurricanes
Episode: Hour 4 - Thursday 05/21/26

Host

Mitch Melnick
Host of the show, interviewing guests and guiding discussion; Montreal sports radio personality with broad on-air presence.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Not sure what is what

    Please write better descriptions

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cwc620
    Canada4 months ago
  • Update

    Update everyday or just close already

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jfl84
    Canada3 years ago
  • No updates

    UPDATE DAMMIT

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bad Habit67
    Canada3 years ago
  • What podcasts?

    What podcasts?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nanou66
    Canada3 years ago
  • Inconsistent posts

    I enjoy the daily interviews and look forward to listening at my leisure on Apple Podcasts. But I am frustrated when they are not up daily!

    Please post daily!!!

    Thanks

    Jeff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dundas Jeff
    Canada3 years ago

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Fans appreciate deep hockey analysis with insider context.
Energetic live reporting from the arena adds credibility.
Occasional inconsistency in posting frequency noted by listeners.

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#114
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Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#149
France/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#186
Australia/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#11
Denmark/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#15
Japan/News/Sports News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hour 2 - Pierre Lebrun joins as the Hurricanes and Golden Knights get ready for Game 2 + Still Snarly
Q: Pierre, what are your thoughts on the proposed one-versus-eight playoff format and do you sense any softening from the league on this idea?
Lebrun explained that while there is interest in understanding the rationale for changes, the broader sentiment across ownership and league officials is mixed, with many still preferring the traditional format but some openness to discussion and experimentation.
Hour 3 - The Canadiens need for a 2C with Arpon Basu + Canada's questions ahead of the World Cup with Stephen Brunt
Q: What's the core factor in Montreal's off-season plan for a true 2C, and how might Demidov fit on a line with Suzuki?
The core factor is finding a player who can reliably win faceoffs, generate possession, and contribute defensively, but Demidov's play-driving ability and release suggest he could function as a complementary pivot on a dynamic line, potentially reducing the immediate need for a conventional 2C if the top line is able to drive play.
Hour 3 - Friday 06/05/26
Q: What are your thoughts on Nick Suzuki's defensive role this season?
Bruno Gervais explains Suzuki's increased PK duty and reads on the play, suggesting his strength lies in anticipation and skating ability, which helps Montreal neutralize top opponents.
Hour 2 - Pierre McGuire on Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final + Moïse Bombito's injury concerns for the World Cup
Q: Pierre, did you like the icing call that ultimately led to a turnover and shift in momentum?
McGuire shares a nuanced view, indicating the call can be technically correct but emotionally charged for players and fans; he emphasizes understanding the play's context and how officials' decisions interact with momentum and strategy.
Hour 4 - Wednesday 06/03/26
Q: What is the biggest challenge the defense faces against Beau Levi Mitchell on opening night?
The defense needs to disrupt the quarterback by pressuring him, rerouting receivers, and forcing him to hold the ball, while also focusing on limiting the high-powered receiving corps and creating 'off schedule' downs to slow him down.

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Listeners are drawn to high-velocity sports analysis focused on hockey, with a strong emphasis on playoff strategy, team adjustments, and on-site reporting. Episodes blend live game commentary, deep dives into lineups and systems, and personal anecdotes about players and coaches, often anchored by veteran hosts and on-air guests from hockey journalism and former-player circles. The format tends to mix tactical breakdowns, roster decisions, and human-interest stories (such as tributes and mental-health topics), making it appealing to serious fans who want both context and color from the rink and locker room. A notable edge is the recurring collaboration with on-site reporters and well-known hockey insiders, which provides insider legitimacy ... more

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Recent guests on Melnick in the Afternoon include:

1. Ivan Demidov
2. Juraj Sławkowski
3. Dan Byrne
4. Chris Nyland
5. Bill McCreary
6. Nate Thompson
7. James Myrtle
8. James Mirtle

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