From Failing Hands

The boy are back to discuss some of the recent events on and off the ice this week starting with a passionate debate on whether the Habs organization will consider retiring the numbers of players who have not won a Stanley Cup - specifically Carey Price. They go onto discuss their positional concerns moving forward into next season and celebrate their favourite thing to happen during the 2021-22 season (all three had different answers... sort of) 

After an extended break from guests, the boys invited back on of their favourites; the one and only Marc-Andre Perreault. We go down memory lane and chat about the Stanley Cup Finals run to what went wrong in the first half of the season to everything seemingly going right after Martin St. Louis' arrival. As always, the boys had a great time continuing the conversation and discussing a number of topics in and out of Habsland.

The boys are back for a consecutive week for the first time in ages and they had plenty to say. They talked about the Leafs, the Bergevin era compared to the direction that the current Habs brass is taking, Drouin, who is expendable with the trade deadline coming up and whether we need to bring in a new goalie or two. Plus, Mo introduced his plan to bring in a new feature on social media by taking advantage of Twitter Spaces so the boys can chat with their fellow Habs fans during games! Stay tuned for that.

The band is back together and they were ready to go! Given the lack of air time and the trouble getting Mo, John and Mike all in the same (virtual) room at the same time, there was a lot to catch up on. Since the last episode, Martin St. Louis has taken full effect as the Habs head coach, there has been a five-game winning streak, Tyler Toffoli is now a Calgary Flame and both of Montreal's shining young stars Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield are playing on a different planet. All that to say, they didn't shy away from what they think about moving on from certain players for the greater good, thoughts about trade rumour situations and random updates about Carey Price... skating.

The boys are back in town and you could not have asked for more perfect timing given the bombshell news that dropped this week. Dom Ducharme is out and Marty St. Louis is in as head coach of the Habs. The guys dissected the recent news as well as the Kent Hughes hire and discussed why this all just feels different this time around. They also discussed whether certain players would be next in line to get a change of scenery and even entertained the notion of Subban returning to his old stomping ground. After a month on the sidelines, you do not want to miss this episode!

Lock your doors, turn the flood lights on and set your alarms because the boys are back and looking for trouble. Just kidding - the guys covered the fantastic new hire for the Habs as friend of the podcast Chantal Machabee was named VP, Communications. They talked about why they think she's a great choice and the uphill battle that awaits her. We welcomed NHL All-Star and Cane's sniper Vincent Trocheck [1:36:00] for a chat about his career, music, family his hometown of Pittsburgh. The guys also touched on the recent decision not to send NHL players to the Olympics and had some fun offering up their favorite binge watching shows in 2022. Spoiler: it's not the Sopranos.

In one of the quickest turnarounds in FFH history, the boys got together again to add to their discussion about the Gorton hire especially given his recent press conference. It was a special episode in that they recorded immediately after the OT loss to the Predators and they were able to comment on the loss with fresh sets of eyes. They talked about what they liked, didn't like and what to make of this lame duck season. They added to their discussion about Gorton, the coaching staff and what they would ideally like the new VP to do going forward. Is it a full rebuild? A hybrid approach? Tune in to find out!

This was probably the most chaotic week in Montreal sports in the last decade as Marc Bergevin, Trevor Timmins and Paul Wilson all lost their jobs. The guys had their say on all of it, including what they thought of the hiring of Jeff Gorton, whether they believed in Molson's two-man approach and who they thought would make a good candidate for the vacant GM job. They also discussed Bergevin's legacy and whether he left us in a better position than when he started.

Coming off of a big 6-3 win over the Nashville Predators, the guys sat down to discuss what a win like that means to them given the inconsistency of this season so far. Marc Bergevin sat down for a series of interviews and mentioned a few things that included subjects that didn't sit well with Mike, John and Mo. They also talked about the Montreal market seeming to be against any sort of dramatic changes, including a "re-build" of any sort. Or, would they be for big changes at every level at this point? The guys discussed in a jam packed episode. 

The boys let their feelings be heard once again this week on everything going on with the 3-9 Habs and tried desperately to shift gears and talk about other problems besides what they believe is coaching. Cole Caufield has been assigned to Laval, Carey Price is on his way back, the Canadiens can't seem to find anything to get them going in any of the three zones on the ice and Mike, John and Mo found themselves questioning what exactly it's going to take to turn this all around. And, while things aren't exactly great in Habsland, some fun was had as they sent out a reminder to their loyal listeners that they appreciate them tuning in given the state of this team.

The guys let off some steam in this episode as they broke down the terrible start to the season. They each explained how the poor start as well as all the drama in the sport lately was affecting them and then tried to make sense of it all. They touched on Bergevin, the coaching staff and debated whether this version of the Habs was still fit for purpose. They each outlined what a successful season would look like at this point and ended on a positive note by talking about their collective passion; food. It's fright night in Habs land.

It's time to drop the puck and the guys teed up the new season by talking about the breaking news of the day, Nick Suzuki's blockbuster deal. They discussed whether Ryan Poehling starting with the big club was the right move and whether the Habs prospect pool has thinned out. They also touched on Carey Price's situation and why it is so important and meaningful. Last but not least, they gave their thoughts on why Bergevin still hasn't signed a new deal. It's a packed episode to start the new season; don't miss it!

In this very special episode, Mike goes one-on-one with AJ Galante. AJ is proud native of Danbury, CT where he owns and operates Champs Boxing Club and resides with his family. Both AJ and his family recently introduced themselves to the world on the Netflix special “Untold: Crime and Penalties” that tells the story of a high school senior (AJ) becoming the President and General Manager of the UHL's Danbury Trashers, one of hockey's most notorious teams to ever hit the ice. We get a little behind the scenes of the Netflix doc, get to know the man behind it all, who Jimmy Galante is as a father and Mike puts AJ's WWE, hockey and pizza knowledge to the test in one of the most fun rapid fire rounds we've ever had!

This week, the boys spent time discussing Ryan Poehling and the centre position for the 2021-22 season along with what they think are major positives and if anything is missing from the potential opening night line-up. They also took the time discuss Robin Lehner's social media statements and what it means to them. And of course, Mike, John and Mo had to provide their own breakdowns of 'The Many Saints of Newark' movie that hit the big screen this weekend.  

The boys are back with a massive 150th episode. The potentially hectic year ahead for Nick Suzuki, the amount of band-aids next to names on the training camp roster, Jack Eichel being stripped of the 'C', Jonathan Drouin opening up about his recent struggles off the ice and of course, our main event this week has us welcoming back the king of the 44's, the Alaskan Assassin, Nate Thompson for a fun "rapid fire" style chat to dig deep and find out the important things: the best advice he's ever received from a peer in hockey, what part of his game he's always trying to improve, what's different about the fresh batches of salmon he catches in Alaska and his RIDICULOUS McDonald's order.

With rookie camp underway and the start of the season around the corner, the guys took advantage of the calm before the storm to discuss a range of topics. They talked about Carey Price's recent interview with Dave Stubbs and how he really felt about the expansion draft. They debated whether Bergevin would make any more moves and whether the Habs are a better team this season, particularly down the middle. They also revisited the loss of Joel Bouchard and discussed Stéphane Waite's recent comments about Danault. Don't forget to download and subscribe!

The boys are back with an emotional 148th episode that covers everything from the Carolina Hurricane's offer sheet to Jesperi Kotkaniemi to the Habs passing on matching to what the team currently looks now. They also went off on a few topics including the arrival of Christian Dvorak, the fact that draft picks are simply assets and who's out to steal somebody's job during the fast approaching Habs training camp. 

In the dead of summer and much of the drama and fireworks off free agency behind us, the boys take to social media and answer some really fun, off-beat and semi controversial questions about the Habs, the podcast and themselves. They build their Mt. Rushmore of both all-time and current Canadiens players, who some of their most memorable guests were, some behind the scenes stories about their favourite guests and somehow get on Johnny Depp's $2M a month spending and where they would locate their four dream homes. Unplanned, unscripted and always a blast!

Hoffman, Savard, Perreault in, Danault and Perry out. Armia and Lehkonen re-sign. Paul Byron will miss five months. Alex Burrows signed a three year extension and there's a new goalie coach in town. We ask ourselves if the Habs are better now than they were last year and we talk about what the remaining free agents may mean to Montreal and if the shopping is over and done with for now.

In an emotionally charged episode, the boys don't hold back voicing their opinions on the recent events of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. They tried making sense of what the organization was thinking in a completely avoidable situation and gave their takes on how all of this is playing out across the fan base and media. They also broke down the Carey Price news along with the return of John to the show, who did not disappoint!

What a week. Shea Weber is sidelined for a year, Carey Price has wived his no-trade clause, Ducahrme and Richardson have been extended and nobody can find Phil Danault! The boys broke it all down as best they could and addressed comments and questions from our loyal listeners on social media. Buckle up for a wild summer and a wild episode! 

With the 2021 NHL season officially over, Mike and Mo take a look back at the Stanley Cup Final run and the magical ride the Montreal Canadiens took fans on. A lot has happened and they tried to breakdown most of the recent events as best they could including Marc Bergevin's comments, the departure of Joel Bouchard to San Diego, what the expansion draft and free agency will look like and what they hope for next season.

The guys delayed things a bit this week in the hope of being able to talk about a Habs win but instead they're staring down the barrel of a 3-0 deficit in the Cup final. They did their best to make sense of it all and there were a few disagreements! They covered the three losses, what they've liked and disliked, Ducharme as a long term solution and the fact that Romanov hasn't been able to crack the lineup. They also discussed where they see this team going in the immediate future and next season. 

Ladies and gentlemen. Boys and girls. Habs fans. Your Montreal Canadiens are heading to the Stanley Cup final. How do you feel? How are you processing what you saw? The guys did their best to answer these questions and more. They also had the pleasure of welcoming Craig Button back to the podcast and he not only set the record straight about his thoughts on the Habs but he left the guys feeling even more confident than before. Join the guys this week as they soaked in the experience of being Stanley Cup finalists!

This week, the guys are feeling the buzz after the Habs split the first two games of the Conference finals. They reviewed Games 1 and 2 and had nothing but love for what they saw. They had heaps of praise for the veteran leadership and defended the recent decisions by the coaching staff regarding Romanov. They then talked about whether we finally have to give Ducharme his due credit and what they made of Bergevin's nomination for GM of the Year. Their answers might surprise you. Don't forget to download and subscribe! 

On the eve of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup semi-finals between the Montreal Canadiens and Vegas Golden Knights, we think there is no better person to both calm the nerves with a few laughs and provide some insider perspective on both the 2021 regular season and this playoff heater the Habs are on than inviting back one of our favourites, Mr. Bryan Mudryk. The legendary broadcaster catches up with the boys on all things Habs, golf, wine and everything in between. 

The guys were in quite the celebratory mood following the sweep of the Jets. They continued to try and make sense of this epic Cup run while musing about who they would prefer to play in the third round. They came to the defense of friend of the podcast Craig Button and acknowledged that they had a lot in common with him. They then took to answering a slew of questions from the listeners that ranged from whether they would attend a game at the Bell Centre and whether they expect Ducharme and Bergevin to be back. This episode is loaded. Don't forget to download and subscribe!

Hold the press! The boys offered up their profound apologies for incorrectly writing off the Habs...wait, no they didn’t. They ate a bit of humble pie but explained why they stand by their previous opinions. They also explained why they are now optimistic about their series with the Jets. They naturally touched on the Jake Evans injury and what they made of the suspension handed down by the league which they covered live. They ended with some more bold predictions going forward about the series against the Jets and what may happen with Staal and Perry next season. Don’t forget to download and subscribe! 

Gloves are off. The band is back together and they got things off their chest. A recap of game 1 along with the reaction to the Tavares injury. They also discussed Game 2 and the infamous coaches challenge after three PKs in a row and why that may be a sign of something more dysfunctional at play. This then propelled them into Game 4 and they debated whether the Bergevin era is well and truly over. They talked about the coaching staff, the defence first mentality, the possible interference by the GM and whether Molson has the leadership to do what needs to be done. 

It's 24 hours before puck drop and like millions of others, the boys are waiting very impatiently for the first round of the Canadeins-Maple Leafs series to start and it's fairly obvious in episode 135. They give their predictions for all NHL Stanley Cup first round match-up's and also serve up two bold predictions for the outcome of the Habs-Leafs. They also gave their takes on Caufield, Romanov and Kotkaniemi being left out of the line-up for Game 1, their vote for the Habs potential 'game-breaker' besides Carey Price and answer a few of the listeners questions. 

The boys had the pleasure of welcoming back respected TVA journalist Marc-Andre Perreault, who took time out of his busy schedule before he gears up for the post-season, to share his thoughts on the 2020-21 regular season, the upcoming playoff series against the Toronto Maple Leafs and much more! Mike and Mo teased their thoughts on the playoffs, got into their choices for Habs MVP and went deep to reflect on a wild and unusual regular season which ironically fired them up for next week!

This weeks episode is packed after a wild week across the league. The guys welcomed back the newly retired Martin St. Pierre who spoke candidly about his time in both the NHL and KHL along with some crazy stories that you have to hear to believe. The boys also broke down the Habs three-game winning streak and the ripple effect Cole Caufield has had by scoring two OT game-winners in the same week. Mike vented about the Tom Wilson fiasco, John gave us all good reason to believe in the idea of Joel Bouchard making a push to the NHL and Mo deflates any reason to question Jesperi Kotkaniemi's future. 

This week was an emotional one for the guys. They got into all sorts of heavy topics such as why the defence is playing so poorly, who is to blame and how long this has really been an issue. They also talked about Cole Caufield, our playoff expectations and whether it’s even fair to go after Bergevin given how Toffoli, Anderson and Allen are playing. They finished things off with a passionate plea to the team to just win. Don’t forget to download and subscribe! 

This week, the guys got into a ton. They debated whether the Habs have turned a corner now with their win over the Oilers and what they hope to see going forward. They also explained why they aren’t necessarily ready to embrace a positive outlook just yet. They got into some Weber talk and then answered a few fan questions that touched on our struggling D and what to do with Carey Price in the off-season. They addressed the struggling Drouin and why they may have reached a breaking point with him. They finished things off on a light hearted note with some non-hockey related questions and then explained what it would mean if the Super League idea in soccer became a reality in hockey. Don’t forget to download and subscribe! 

This week on the podcast, the guys tried to make sense of what is ailing the team. They speculated as to whether it’s a coaching issue, GM interference or player reluctance to play the preferred system. They also touched on the recent criticism of Shea Weber and speculated about where the negativity is coming from. They also touched on the Victor Mete situation, the recent trades made as well as the recent rumours surrounding the Tony DeAngelo situation. They ended with a dive into what’s happening in Laval and whether Caufield should be called up. Big thanks to our partners: Manscaped.com - Promo Code 'FFH' for 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING! MindGain.co - Promo Code 'FFH' for 10% OFF + FREE SHIPPING IN CANADA!

This week, the guys did a first - they recorded DURING a live game. If you thought they had some special powers, they’re sorry to disappoint. Right on cue, the guys discussed the recent losing skid and what they think is going wrong. However, they did touch on some positives such as the veteran additions Perry and Staal and what they bring to the team. They also addressed the recent Price injury and why it’s particularly frustrating this time around. They ended on a fun note with a rapid fire round that produced a few much needed laughs. Don’t forget to download and subscribe!  Big Thanks to our Partners: MindGain.co - Pomo Code 'FFH' for 10% OFF! Manscaped.com - Promo Code 'FFH' for 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING!

Episode 128 brings you a great one-on-one conversation with Mike Futa. Mike had an amazing career in the OHL prior to joining the Los Angeles Kings for thirteen years being one of the key pieces to their management team that brought them two Stanley Cups. He also goes in-depth about Habs star Tyler Toffoli, the good, the bad and the ugly of playing in the Los Angeles and Montreal markets, his takes on Trevor Timmins and the Habs drafting in recent years and so much more. Mike, Mo and John also get into the decisive 4-0 win over the Oilers, Cole Caufeild and Eric Staal.    Big Thanks to our Partners:  Manscaped.com - Promo Code ‘FFH’ for 20% off of your order + FREE international shipping! MindGain.co - Promo Code ‘FFH’ for 10% off of your order + FREE shipping within Canada!

This week, the guys enjoyed the unexpected break from the crazy Habs season on account of the COVID scare and they started the episode with a recap of the current   health situation with the team and why they think some are blowing it out of proportion. They also gave the listeners what they wanted and provided a Part 2 of their discussion on drafting and development. They gave their candidates for mid-season MVP and what their confidence level is going into the home stretch. There was more divergence among the guys which seems to be a theme this podcast season!  Big Thanks to our Partners Manscaped.com - Promo Code ‘FFH’ for 20% off of your order + FREE international shipping! MindGain.co - Promo Code ‘FFH’ for 10% off of your order + FREE shipping within Canada!

This week, Mike, John and Mo recap two losses to the Flames and a big win against the Jets in what was another fiery episode. They also discussed what Ben Chiarot's trip to the IR means moving forward. The boys have at another "Keep It or Toss It?" segement and end with a controversial conversation about Marc Bergevin holding his draft picks so tightly. Big Thanks to our Partners Manscaped.com - Promo Code ‘FFH’ for 20% off of your order + FREE international shipping! MindGain.co - Promo Code ‘FFH’ for 10% off of your order + FREE shipping within Canada!

This week, the guys talked about the progress so far under Ducharme and whether we’re in good hands. They recapped the win against the Jets, the SO loss to the Canucks which then forced their hand on a discussion of their horrendous OT/SO record. On a more positive note, the guys had nothing but praise for our star goalie’s latest performances and mused as to whether Stephane Waite’s firing was the cause. They then introduced a new segment called “Keep It or Toss It” which you will not want to miss. They finished things up on a discussion about whether our leadership core is as stable and effective as many say it is. Don’t forget to download and subscribe! Big Thanks to our Sponsor: MindGain.co - Use promo code 'FFH' for 10% OFF!  

On this very special episode of the show, we bring you a very exclusive conversation with one of our favourite guests that we've had the pleasure of speaking with, Mr. Brantt Myhres. Since his last appearance on the podcast, Brantt has become a best-selling author thanks to the success of his new book "Pain Killer - a Memoir of Big League Addiction". We encourage you to read this amazing and emotional tell-all book about Brantt's life on and off the ice and the lengths that he, his friends, his family and members of the NHL community took to allow him to join us and talk about it today.   

This week, Mike, John and Mo welcome back hockey player public relations master Saverina Scozzari to talk about #SixDegreeChallenge, the Kidney Foundation of Ontario and all things happening in her busy world. As the season continues, yet another coaching change dominated the headlines and it got the guys into a fairly heated discussion about whether this is as bad a situation as some seem to think. They then duck tailed into a discussion about whether the Habs are as bad a team as some suggest or whether they are in fact the team that can “play any way they want”. The boys then discussed whether Bergevin still has a handle on things and whether they’re losing faith. It got emotional. Don’t forget to download and subscribe!  Please visit sixdegreechallenge.com for more information Big thanks to our sponsors: Manscaped.com - Use promo code 'FFH' for 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING MindGain.co - Use promo code 'FFH' for 10% OFF + FREE SHIPPING in Canada

The boys broke down a massive day in Habs news. With Claude Julien and Kirk Muller being relieved of their duties, we saw Dominic Ducharme introduced as interim head coach along with Alex Burrows joining the big club as assistant coach. What to expect, how they feel and where the team goes from here; Mike, Mo and John come in guns blazin' this week! Big thanks to our partners: Manscaped.com - Use promo code 'FFH' for 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING MindGain.co - Use promo code 'FFH' for 10% OFF + FREE SHIPPING in Canada    

This week, Mike, John and Mo breakdown the good, the bad and the ugly from the last week of Habs hockey and voice their grievances to try and make sense of some of the questionable showings and results they've seen from the team as of late. While not claiming to be qualified to coach or even being able to assess what makes a good coach, they had to chime in on the annual chatter and did their best to connect the dots and asked: if not Claude, then who?! They also weighed-in on the ongoing taxi squad drama and look forward to the upcoming stretch of hockey in the next month for the Habs.   Big thanks to our partners: Manscaped.com - Use promo code 'FFH' for 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING MindGain.co - Use promo code 'FFH' for 10% OFF + FREE SHIPPING in Canada    

This week, the guys bring you Part 2 of their interview with Mario Langlois, which was just a few degrees of separation from Maurice Richard and a few other legends; you’ll understand when you listen. Mike, Mo and John also talked about the two games against the Ottawa Senators, gave their thoughts on the goaltending situation in Montreal, the recent headshots and why they’re a little worried about the upcoming schedule crunch. You will not want to miss this very special episode. Don’t forget to download and subscribe!  Big thanks to out partners: MindGain.co - Use promo code 'FFH' for 10% OFF + FREE SHIPPING in Canada! Manscaped.com - Use promo code 'FFH' for 20% OFF + FREE SHIPPING!

This week, the guys had the great pleasure of welcoming a legend in Montreal and Quebec, hockey commentator and radio host Mario Langlois. Mario shared some incredible stories and insight on his career, the Habs and the Montreal media scene. He shared so much that we had to split his interview in two parts so stay tuned next week! The boys also touched on the stellar start of the season, the Mete trade request situation, the Danault contract situation and so much more. Don’t forget to download and subscribe!

This week, the guys had a ton to get through. They touched on the three games against Vancouver, what they liked, what they didn’t like, and why they weren’t happy with how the league handled the Tyler Myers hit on Armia. They also discussed the Danault contract situation and why they think the news of the standoff was released. They also discussed the PLD trade and whether the Habs missed an opportunity. They also took on a great question from a loyal listener about where Bergevin ranks among the league’s GMs and why they think Corey Perry was really brought in. They also welcomed a brand new and exciting partner to the podcast. Don’t forget to download and subscribe!   Thank you to our sponsors! Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code FFH at Manscaped.com Get 10% Off with the code FFH at www.mindgain.co/ffh  

This week the guys had the pleasure of speaking with Habs beat reporter Marc-Andre Perreault of TVA Sports. Marc-Andre is a 7 year veteran of the Habs media scene and was so generous with his time and his stories! He also shed some light on some of the burning questions fans have had over the last few seasons which you won’t want to miss. He was an absolute pleasure to get to know. The guys also discussed the wins against Edmonton and found time to answer a question submitted by a loyal listener about our boy, Jo Drouin. You will not want to miss this great interview and upbeat episode! 

Hockey’s back. The Habs are back. And FFH is back with the content you’ve all been craving. Game 1 overview and so much more. The guys covered the good and the not-so-good from their loss to the Leafs. They were candid, didn’t sugar coat anything but remained calm and realistic about expectations. They also touched on all the hate being thrown at Drouin and Byron of all people and set the record straight. They even talked about the PLD rumours and why this one has the hairs on the back of their head standing. It’s Habs time, baby. Don’t forget to download and subscribe! 

In this very special episode, we welcome NHL vet Rich Clune to discuss a number of topics that turned into a great conversation. Rich has been a professional hockey player for over fourteen years, spending time with the Los Angeles Kings, Nashville Predators and his hometown Toronto Maple Leafs. Not only a talented hockey player, he has helped spread awareness for addiction and mental health with his film "Hi, My Name is Dicky" which documents his own journey that is streaming on Apple iTunes and Amazon Prime now and has included proceeds to benefit Renascent Addiction Rehabilitation Centres. This is a conversation you won't want to miss. https://www.dickymovie.com    

Episode 114 brings you one of our favorite episodes yet. The boys had plenty to discuss and they took questions from their listeners who are greatly anticipating the start of the season. They opened things up by dispelling the notion that Bergevin acted out of desperation during the off-season with the moves he made. They talked about the depth we have across all four lines, what it would mean to lose a key player and why they’re not worried. The questions they took from the listeners centered mainly around their predictions for the new season and what a successful season would mean for them. Don’t forget to download and subscribe!