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The HabsWorld podcast crew were back in the podcast booth to provide some hard-hitting hockey analysis. Host Norm Szcyrek was joined by co-hosts Paul MacLeod, Sean Cayouette, and Jonathan Rebelo to talk about the Montreal Canadiens, discuss other hockey news, and share some laughs. This podcast was recorded on the evening of October 26, 2026.

Topics include:

– Introductions and Habs trivia.
– Thoughts about the Habs-Jets Heritage Classic game. This was Montreal’s fifth outdoor game. Why hasn’t Montreal had one of these outdoor games in Montreal or somewhere in Quebec?
– Kaiden Guhle’s strong play since Mike Matheson’s recent injury and his return.
– Nick Suzuki injury: With him missing 2-4 weeks, how well can the team adjust?
– Should Montreal management have made a big trade for a second-line centre last offseason to buffer the loss of Suzuki?
– Listener feedback asking about Zach Bolduc’s strong start to the season
– Discussing Montreal’s most consistent line so far this season of Phillip Danault, Alexandre Texier, and Bolduc.
– Chris Kreider off to a poor start offensively compared to last season.
– Jacob Fowler earns the NHL’s 3rd star of the week after two excellent games.
– Habs Prospect Watch includes forward Michael Hage: 3 goals, 14 points in 7 NCAA games; Hage was invited to the Spengler Cup in December. Defenceman Luke Mittelstadt: 4 goals, 15 points in 9 AHL games. Which prospect are you most excited about?
– Around the NHL topics include: Big trade between Winnipeg and New Jersey involving Connor Hellebuyck. Brady Tkachuk returns to Ottawa for the first time since his trade this past summer, and the reception he received from fans and ex-teammates.

Listener feedback is welcome and we discuss your questions in an upcoming podcast. Reach out to us at: [email protected]