The Montreal Canadiens need a 2C, but that should not stop them from improving their team in other ways. How can they accomplish that this summer? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down why acquiring a top-6 winger would be a good idea for the Canadiens even if they are not able to add a 2C. The NHL and NHLPA ratified their new CBA this week. Ian and Laura discuss the changes they like and the ones they don't. And finally, after reviewing the Atlantic division teams, the Metropolitan division gets its turn on Locked On Canadiens.

0:00 Intro: New CBA ratified, Canadiens' needs

5:22 Salary retention limits and playoff cap changes

10:11 Jordan Kyrou rumors and Canadiens' needs

15:47 Addressing fan concerns about potential trades

21:26 Metropolitan Division changes: Hurricanes and Blue Jackets

27:27 Devils' identity crisis and Rangers' struggles

32:02 Capitals resting on laurels, playoff predictions

34:38 Trivia question on 2012 draft picks

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The Montreal Canadiens trade rumors heat up! Is Mike Matheson on the move? Is Evgeny Kuznetsov of interest to the Montreal?

We analyze potential roster shakeups for the Habs and break down Matheson's trade value, Kuznetsov's fit in the lineup, and how these moves could impact the team's rebuild strategy. We then debate whether recent performances from Nick Suzuki and Lane Hutson are accelerating expectations for the Canadiens' future.

Tune in for insights on the Canadiens' path forward and a chance to win signed player memorabilia!

0:00 Mike Matheson trade rumors
5:38 Evaluating Matheson's value and potential trade
11:10 Rumor: Canadiens interested in Evgeny Kuznetsov
17:47 Discussing Kuznetsov's past and potential redemption
22:50 Contest announcement for signed player pictures
26:50 Debating the rush to solve Canadiens' issues
31:22 Trivia question on 2012 NHL draft

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The rumours connecting Jordan Kyrou to the Canadiens won't go away. Does this trade still make sense for the Canadiens?
Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down this trade rumour and whether or not this trade is a fit for Montreal. The hosts also discuss the latest free agent news in Montreal including Jakub Dobes' new contract and Jayden Struble's incoming salary arbitration. And finally, Ian and Laura define "untouchable" and list the players they would consider to be imperative to the team's success.

0:00 RFA news and Jordan Kyrou rumors

5:14 Jakub Dobeš signs two-year contract with Canadiens

10:02 Jayden Struble elects for salary arbitration

15:26 Jordan Kyrou trade rumors persist

21:40 Defining "untouchable" players for Canadiens

26:52 Evaluating Canadiens roster for untouchable status

32:35 Trivia question on Canadiens' heavyweight players

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