Montreal Canadiens' Patrik Laine set for resurgence | Habs 2C saga | Expansion draft speculation (Episode 1349)

Who would the Montreal Canadiens protect in a hypothetical NHL expansion draft? Will the Habs lose a key player in the next 3-4 years? We dissect potential strategies to shield core talents like Suzuki, Caufield, and Slafkovsky. We also explore Patrik Laine's future in Montreal, analyzing his comeback from injuries and mental health challenges. We also tackle the contentious topic of converting wingers to centers, with skepticism about Ivan Demidov and Zachary Bolduc's rumored position changes. Kirby Dach's potential as a second-line center sparks debate, considering his injury history and the team's apparent faith in him. Tune in for expert analysis on the Canadiens' roster decisions and their impact on the team's future success. 0:00 Intro: Looking ahead to hypothetical expansion draft 5:34 Who to protect in potential expansion draft 10:47 Sponsor: Take control with Monarch Money 12:18 Patrik Laine's future with the Canadiens 22:09 Concerns about converting wingers to centers 27:14 Kirby Dach's potential as second-line center 29:33 Trivia question and YouTube subscriber contest 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. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins! 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)