The Press Zone from Rocket Sports Radio is hosted by two credentialed sports journalists from AHLReport.com to discuss hockey prospects playing in the NHL, AHL, CHL and NCAA. This podcast offers you two original shows per week released as The Press Zone - Montreal (featuring reports on the Montreal Canadiens and Laval Rocket) and The Press Zone - Philadelphia (featuring Philadelphia Flyers and the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.) These engaging podcasts are also your premiere source for the American Hockey League (AHL). With strong connections throughout the hockey community, our experienced hosts bring you the stories you won't hear anywhere...
Latest episodes
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20 min
Offseason Update: Canadiens and Rocket Announce FOUR Contracts!
THIS WEEK: The Montreal Canadiens and Laval Rocket have recently announced four different contract signings at the NHL and AHL level, so let's learn more about them!The 2024 offsea…
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11 min
THIS Laval Rocket Coach Won't Be Back Next Season!
THIS WEEK: Laval Rocket head coach Jean-Francois Houle and his assistants are due for contract renewals this summer; it's not yet known who will stay and who will go, but there's a…
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1 h 47
Elite Prospects Scout Ranks Montreal Canadiens' Draft Options | Canadiens Connection ep 296 - Canadiens Connec…
This Week’s Show: Elite Prospects Scout Ranks Montreal Canadiens' Draft OptionsSegment 1 | Week in Review, Habs News, League News⦁ Carey Price to receive an honorary degree from th…
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20 min
Three AHL Coaching Standouts Poised for NHL Roles
THIS WEEK: With the recent firing of Sheldon Keefe, and the ever-growing list of NHL head coaching vacancies, could any of the coaching talent in the AHL be tapped for a promotion…
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25 min
The Laval Rocket Laid Some SERIOUS Groundwork This Season!
THIS WEEK: The Laval Rocket might not have qualified for the AHL's Calder Cup playoffs, but that doesn't mean the season is a write-off; let's review all the POSITIVES from this ye…
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17 min
Laval Has TWO Games Left to SAVE Their Season!
THIS WEEK: Everything you need to know about what's at stake for the Laval Rocket in their final push to qualify for the AHL's Calder Cup Playoffs, PLUS discussion on Florian Xheka…
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18 min
Canadiens Goaltending Prospect Jakub Dobes SHINING in Laval!
THIS WEEK: Rookie AHL goaltender Jakub Dobes has become the go-to guy to protect the crease for the Laval Rocket; can he help backstop the Montreal Canadiens' affiliate to another…
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17 min
Laval Rocket: Just Six Games Left To Secure Their Fate!
THIS WEEK: Let's review the Laval Rocket's three games played last week against the Utica Comets and Belleville Senators, then examine what it will take for the Montreal Canadiens'…
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21 min
Was This A Turning Point For Saving the Laval Rocket's Season?
THIS WEEK: Amy talks to AHL expert Patrick Williams about the Laval Rocket's surge to a playoff position and Montreal Canadiens prospect David Reinbacher's SIZZLING start!Amy Johns…
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14 min
David Reinbacher Begins New Chapter with Laval Rocket!
THIS WEEK: Amy provides full details on Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Reinbacher's arrival to the AHL and upcoming debut with the Laval Rocket! Drafted fifth-overall in the 2…
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16 min
TWO New Players Added to the Laval Rocket's Roster!
THIS WEEK: Kent Hughes acquired Montreal native Jacob Perreault before the NHL Trade Deadline to help bolster the Laval Rocket lineup, but he also made another AHL trade this week…
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24 min
Another One? The Laval Rocket Now Have TWO Players Missing This Week! | Press Zone ep 328
THIS WEEK: Laval Rocket goaltender Kasimir Kaskisuo has been ruled out with an injury, and a forward isn't traveling on this week's road trip, so what can the AHL affiliate of the…
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16 min
Logan Mailloux LEADS The AHL in THESE Categories!
THIS WEEK: The Montreal Canadiens might have a star in the making in young defenseman Logan Mailloux. He's currently LEADING the AHL in a couple of categories! Plus, there's some p…
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15 min
Kasimir Kaskisuo Almost Did THIS Against His Former Team! | Press Zone ep 326
THIS WEEK: New Laval Rocket goaltender Kasimir Kaskisuo finally suited up against his former team, the Toronto Marlies, last week. And what a performance he put on! But the two gam…
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49 min
New Season, Fresh Start | Press Zone ep 325
THIS WEEK: It's official, the games begin to COUNT this week! The Laval Rocket have completed both of their preseason games against Toronto and Belleville, and now the final roster…
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28 min
AHL Training Camp Begins | Press Zone ep 324
THIS WEEK: It's the final week of preseason action for the NHL, and that means that AHL training camps are now underway! Today Amy breaks down the roster for the Laval Rocket's cam…
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40 min
First Preseason Evaluation | Press Zone ep 323
THIS WEEK: Welcome to the preseason! The Montreal Canadiens kicked off their exhibition schedule on Monday night, and we've got our first game analysis of the season. How did the p…
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34 min
Rookie Camp Wrap-Up | Press Zone ep 322
THIS WEEK: Rookie camp is in the books! Amy reviews the ins and outs of this year's prospect tournament and post-camp press conferences, providing insight and information on how th…
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35 min
Should An Exception Become The Rule? | Press Zone ep 321
THIS WEEK: Rookie camp is about to begin! We break down the schedule for the week, including three games of the Prospects Challenge in Buffalo, plus discuss the makeup of the camp…
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48 min
Finding the Balance Between Winning and Developing | Press Zone ep 320
THIS WEEK: We take a close look at the importance of balancing development and winning in the AHL. What's the right strategy? Well, that answer depends on who you ask! Rick Stephen…