As the NHL season reaches its conclusion, the Montreal Canadiens are on the brink of a playoff spot. With Ivan Demidov's much-anticipated debut, the hosts are buzzing about his potential impact on the team's playoff push. The Canadiens' recent performances are covered in the weekly recap, highlighting the stakes of each game. We analyze the team's playoff strategy, the crucial role of goaltending improvements, and the pressure mounting on the Canadiens to clinch their spot. Will the Canadiens rise to the occasion and make it to the playoffs? Tune in for an in-depth look at their journey and what lies ahead.

0:00 Intro: Ivan Demidov's debut and playoff hopes
5:45 Analyzing the week's games and goaltending performance
11:36 Columbus Blue Jackets' playoff push and destiny
17:33 Power play struggles and lessons learned
23:40 Crucial game against Chicago Blackhawks
29:39 Playoff experience value and clinching scenarios
32:39 Trivia question and subscriber contest

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The Montreal Canadiens mailbag is back with an episode FULL of listener questions, ranging from Ivan Demidov expectations, realistic chances for the Habs in the playoffs, Canadiens untouchables in a trade, jersey number ideas, and more! Make sure to stay tuned for the trivia question, today's is hilarious.

0:00 Intro
5:02 Ivan Demidov's impact and expectations
10:44 Velcro jerseys and jersey number discussion
16:47 Third jerseys and food fusion ideas
22:26 Brendan Gallagher's contract and untouchable players
28:09 Playoff chances against Washington or Toronto
32:34 Trivia: Leafs goalie with most wins
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The Montreal Canadiens are buzzing with anticipation as Ivan Demidov joins the team, potentially even reshaping their power play. Can his arrival spark a new era for the Canadiens in the NHL? This episode explores Demidov's impact on the lineup, the significance of his jersey number, and the potential shift in power play dynamics. The hosts also introduce the "2C or not 2C" segment, debating Mika Zibanejad's fit as a second-line center.

0:00 Intro: Ivan Demidov joining the Canadiens
5:30 Demidov's jersey number and fan excitement
10:28 New segment: 2C or not 2C
13:05 Reminder about subscriber contest and prizes
16:30 Debating Mika Zibanejad as potential 2C
20:48 Power play struggles and Demidov's potential impact
25:49 Speculating on Demidov's role on power play
27:59 Trivia question about Alex Kovalev trade
30:13 New trivia question about Doug Gilmour
31:17 Wrap-up and mailbag episode preview

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