Montreal Canadiens' future takes center stage as the NHL season approaches. Will Ivan Demidov emerge as the offensive cornerstone Montreal needs?

Montreal Canadiens' future takes center stage as the NHL season approaches. Will Ivan Demidov emerge as the offensive cornerstone Montreal needs? We dissect the Habs' most intriguing storylines, from Patrik Laine's intense offseason training to Lane Hutson's sophomore expectations. The duo tackles Mike Matheson's crucial contract year and makes bold point predictions for key players. Insights on power play strategies, line combinations, and potential breakout performances offer fans a comprehensive preview of the Canadiens' upcoming campaign. Tune in for expert analysis on how Montreal's young core could reshape the team's fortunes this season. 0:00 Intro: Listener-driven episode on Canadiens storylines 5:58 Olympics return and Patrik Laine's preparation 12:06 Concerns about Olympic roster selections 16:07 Mike Matheson's contract year challenges 22:55 Predicting points for new Canadiens players 27:39 Expectations for Ivan Demidov's rookie season 32:35 Trivia question and contest reminder Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to Indeed.com/LOCKEDON right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)