The Montreal Canadiens face off against the Washington Capitals again in their second playoff game in the series, and we discuss strategy and player performance. Can the Canadiens' top line of Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, and Nick Suzuki, outshine Washington's formidable defensive top pair?
We also explore the Canadiens' preparation for Game 2 and the potential impact of Arber Xhekaj should Martin St Louis choose to include him in the second game. We also discuss Martin St. Louis’ press conference insights and the physical play of Josh Anderson and Brendan Gallagher. On to Game 2!

0:00 Solving the series against Washington
5:23 Preparing for Game 2 and exploiting opportunities
14:33 Weathering Washington's physical play
19:58 Gallagher and Anderson's physical contributions needed
24:03 Debate over inserting Arber Xhekaj into lineup
31:15 Trivia on Canadiens playoff debuts
32:26 New trivia question and contest reminder

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Can the Montreal Canadiens turn the tide in their NHL playoff series against the Washington Capitals? With standout performances from Sam Montembeault and the offense of Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki, are the Habs going to make this a long series?

Locked on Canadiens breaks down Game 1 of the Habs first round series against Washington, where Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba dissect the Canadiens' resilience and potential lineup changes. Key players like Alex Ovechkin and Kaiden Guhle are spotlighted, while the hosts debate the impact of possible defensive adjustments, including the inclusion of Arber Xhekaj. We also touch on the importance of adapting to playoff officiating and the Canadiens' goal of securing a split in Washington.

0:00 Intro: Montreal's comeback falls short in Game 1

5:00 Montembeault's spectacular performance keeps Canadiens alive

16:56 Surprising performances and room for improvement

22:32 Discussing potential lineup changes for Game 2

27:25 Arber Xhekaj's potential impact and risks

31:33 Trivia question and wrap-up

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The Montreal Canadiens, defying all odds, have clinched a playoff spot in what was supposed to be a rebuilding year. Can they continue their impressive run against the Washington Capitals? This episode dives into the key players and strategies that could shape this thrilling NHL playoff series. Hosts Dan Holmi and Laura Saba explore the standout performances of Lane Hutson, Nick Suzuki, and Alex Ovechkin, while analyzing the goaltending dynamics with Samuel Montembeault and Logan Thompson. The discussion also covers the physical play expected from Tom Wilson and Arber Xhekaj, setting the stage for an intense matchup.
Tune in to discover how these factors might influence the series and what surprises could be in store for both teams.

0:00 Intro: Canadiens begin playoff series tonight
5:16 Capitals' roster and playoff expectations
10:52 Team dynamics and momentum in the series
15:21 Key players to watch on the Canadiens
20:32 Notable Capitals players for the series
26:36 Canadiens' notable stats and playoff readiness
31:03 Physicality and potential lineup changes
34:52 Goaltending impact on the series outcome

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