The 2025 Montreal Canadiens training camp has opened this week. There has been a noticeable shift in tone coming from management, the coaching staff and the players.
While it’s clear that there is still significant work to be done to reach their goal of becoming a perennial Cup contender, tangible expectations are within reach. We’re not simply hearing a recitation of lofty hopes, dreams, and cliches.
With raised expectations comes increased responsibility to deliver. The Habs, especially the way they start the season, will receive additional scrutiny this year despite being one of the youngest teams in the league. The actions of the coaching staff and key players will be under the microscope even more than usual.
This Week’s Show
In the latest episode of the Canadiens Connection podcast, you’ll hear from EVP of Hockey Operations Jeff Gorton, General Manager Kent Hughes and team captain Nick Suzuki regarding their outlook for the Habs 2025-26 season. And head coach Marty St. Louis demands urgency from his players starting on day one.
NEW PODCAST: Habs Training Camp Intensity Ramps Up: “It’s Gotta Start Now” | Canadiens Connection ep 366
We also discussed the following topics on this week’s show:
- Standouts from Prospect Showdown gain advantage at Habs camp.
- Hundreds of thousands raised for Montreal Canadiens Children’s Foundation.
- Possible trade target in contract stalemate with his NHL organization.
CC Question of the Week: Do you think that the sense of urgency mandated at training camp is the right message for this young team?
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Canadiens Connection Podcast: “It’s Gotta Start Now”
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