Summary
Montreal Canadiens brace for the Buffalo Sabres twice in a week as power play woes and key injuries dominate the week. Can Alex Newhook, Nick Suzuki, and Jake Evans spark the offense and recapture playoff momentum against a Sabres squad missing Rasmus Dahlin? With the Capitals and Alex Ovechkin looming midweek, the Habs face a critical test of depth and resilience.Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert spotlight Owen Beck's NHL opportunity, the latest roster shuffles, and question if a goaltending controversy is brewing between Jakub Dobes, Jacob Fowler, and Sam Montembeault. Special teams, back-to-backs, and lineup decisions take center stage as the Canadiens battle adversity in the Atlantic Division. Is this the week Montreal finds its missing spark?00:00 Discussing Montreal Canadiens vs Sabres05:52 Buffalo Sabres goalie situation06:28 Special teams struggle and opportunity14:07 Oliver Kapanen's recovery update17:32 Discussing Owen Beck's NHL opportunity25:35 Dobes' struggles and Marciano's support27:12 Discussing goaltending strategies30:29 Mailbag and NHL Game NightPhoto credit: David Kirouac - Imagn ImagesSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year with free shipping always.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade whats next.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see whats waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.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) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.