New Canadiens Connection: Playoff Ceiling

With the Stanley Cup playoffs getting closer, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves in a very interesting position. With 80 games played, the standings are tight – Tampa and Montreal trail the Buffalo Sabres by just two points.

When you look at the path in front of the Habs, there’s a lot to consider. The Atlantic Division race is still unfolding, which will shape the matchups, and there’s a very real possibility Montreal could be heading into a tough, physical first-round playoff series right away.

That series would be against the Tampa Bay Lightning, and that’s not just a difficult opponent, it’s the kind of matchup that can take a lot out of a team, even if they win it. What will they have left after a grueling, physical series?

This Week’s Show

So, in the latest episode of the Canadiens Connection podcast, we pose this simple to Habs fans. How far can Montreal go in the Stanley Cup playoffs this season?

NEW PODCAST | Montreal Canadiens Playoff Path: How Far Can They Go? | Canadiens Connection ep 395

We also discussed these important topics on this week’s episode of the podcast:

It’s that time of year when nominees for NHL awards are announced. Who will represent the Canadiens?
When will Montreal’s top prospect sign his entry-level contract? Will he join the Habs?
Two Canadiens named in a scout’s list of top-5 prospects playing outside the NHL.

CC Question of the Week: What would you consider a successful playoff run for the Montreal Canadiens this season?

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