The Starr & D'Amico Show

The Montreal Canadiens have a major decision to make in goal — and it could shape the future of the franchise.On today's episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, we break down the Canadiens' goaltending situation heading into next season. Should the Habs continue to trust Sam Montembeault, or has the emergence of Jakub Dobes and top prospect Jacob Fowler changed the equation?We debate whether Montreal is better off carrying Montembeault and Dobes at the NHL level while allowing Fowler to continue his development with the Laval Rocket, or if the young phenom has done enough to earn a full-time role as the Canadiens' backup. We also discuss the risks of rushing Fowler, Montembeault's trade value, and what the long-term plan should be for Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton.Who gives the Canadiens the best chance to win now — and in the future?🔵 Should Montembeault stay?⚪ Is Dobes ready for a bigger role?🔴 Should Jacob Fowler be in Montreal or Laval?#montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey

The Montreal Canadiens have several important contract decisions to make this offseason, and some of them could have a major impact on the future of the organization.In this video, we break down the Canadiens' restricted free agent situation and debate what Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton should do with some of the team's most intriguing players.🔹 Is the jury still out on Kirby Dach? After another injury-filled season, does Dach remain part of the Canadiens' long-term plans, or could Montreal explore trading him? What value would he have around the league, and would a sign-and-trade scenario make sense?🔹 What should the Canadiens do with Arber Xhekaj? His toughness, physicality, and fan-favorite status are undeniable, but can he establish himself as an everyday NHL defenseman on a contending team?🔹 Is Joe Veleno's time in Montreal already coming to an end, or is there still a role for him moving forward?🔹 And what about Zach Bolduc? Following an impressive season, what should his next contract look like? We discuss potential term, salary, and whether the Canadiens should lock him up long-term or take a shorter bridge-deal approach.Join us as we analyze the Canadiens' biggest RFA questions and what they could mean for the future of the franchise.🔔 Subscribe for daily Montreal Canadiens news, trade rumors, prospect analysis, and live discussions.#montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey

Could the Montreal Canadiens pull off one of the biggest trades of the offseason?In this video, we take a deep dive into Anaheim Ducks forward Mason McTavish and examine whether he could be a realistic trade target for Kent Hughes and the Canadiens. With reports of significant league-wide interest in the young power forward, could the Habs be among the teams exploring a blockbuster deal?We discuss why McTavish would be such an intriguing fit in Montreal, how he could help address the Canadiens' long-term need down the middle, and whether his age, skill set, and physical style make him an ideal addition to the team's young core.Most importantly, what would it actually cost the Canadiens to acquire him? Would Anaheim demand a top prospect, a first-round pick, or even an NHL roster player in return? We break down several potential trade scenarios and debate whether the price would be worth paying.Would you make a move for Mason McTavish if you were Kent Hughes?Let us know your thoughts in the comments!#montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey

Could Brendan Gallagher actually be traded?n this video, we break down one of the most fascinating questions facing the Montreal Canadiens this offseason: what is Brendan Gallagher's value on the trade market in 2026?Gallagher remains one of the most respected leaders in the NHL and continues to be a heart-and-soul player for the Canadiens. But with several years remaining on his contract and a significant cap hit, would another team be willing to take on the deal? Would Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton need to add a sweetener to make a trade happen? Could Montreal retain salary to increase Gallagher's value? And if so, what kind of asset could the Canadiens realistically get back in return?We examine Gallagher's recent production, leadership impact, contract situation, and potential trade destinations while discussing whether moving the veteran winger would make sense for both the player and the organization. 🔹 What is Brendan Gallagher worth today? 🔹 Would the Canadiens need to attach a draft pick or prospect? 🔹 How much salary retention would be required? 🔹 Could Montreal actually receive an asset in return? 🔹 Does trading Gallagher fit the Canadiens' long-term plan?Join Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico as they debate one of the biggest offseason questions surrounding the Montreal Canadiens.#montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey

Ivan Demidov is one of the most exciting young talents in hockey, but could the Montreal Canadiens take an unconventional approach and use him as their long-term second-line center?In today's video, Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico break down whether Demidov has the skill set, hockey IQ, and offensive instincts to successfully make the transition from wing to center. If Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton can't acquire a proven top-six center this summer, is this an experiment worth trying?We discuss:🏒 Can Ivan Demidov realistically play center in the NHL?🏒 What are the benefits and risks of moving him from the wing?🏒 Would playing center maximize his offensive impact?🏒 What alternatives do the Canadiens have if they can't trade for a second-line center?🏒 How much could Demidov earn on his next contract if he reaches his potential?The Canadiens have a number of important decisions ahead as they continue building toward Stanley Cup contention. Could Demidov be the answer down the middle, or is he simply too valuable on the wing?Let us know your thoughts in the comments!#montrealcanadiens #nhl #hockey

The Montreal Canadiens blue line has become one of the most exciting young defensive groups in the NHL, but is it complete?In this video, we break down the current state of the Canadiens' defense corps and explore what Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton could do to make it even stronger. With Lane Hutson emerging as a franchise cornerstone, Kaiden Guhle continuing to develop into a top-pair shutdown defender, and Mike Matheson providing veteran leadership, where does Montreal still need help?Should the Canadiens target a big, physical right-shot defenseman? Do they need another defensive specialist to complement their offensive stars? Could a trade be the fastest path to building one of the NHL's elite blue lines?We discuss: 🔹 Lane Hutson's impact and future ceiling 🔹 Kaiden Guhle's role on the top pairing 🔹 Mike Matheson's future in Montreal 🔹 The need for size, toughness, and balance on defense 🔹 Potential trade and free-agent targets 🔹 How the Canadiens can build a championship-caliber blue lineCan the Habs defense become one of the best in hockey? Let us know what type of defenseman you'd add to this roster in the comments!Subscribe to The Starr & D'Amico Show for Montreal Canadiens news, analysis, trade rumors, prospect updates, and daily Habs discussion.

Could the Montreal Canadiens finally solve their long-standing need for a true second-line center?In this episode of The Starr & D'Amico Show, we break down reports that Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin may be unhappy and has reportedly requested a trade. Is there any realistic path for Kent Hughes and the Canadiens to acquire the dynamic two-way center? What would Detroit demand in return, and would Montreal be willing to pay the price?We also examine the situation surrounding New Jersey Devils star Nico Hischier. Will the Devils lock up their captain long-term, or could he eventually become available? If Hischier were to hit the trade market, what would it take for the Canadiens to land one of the NHL's premier two-way centers?Most importantly, we compare both players and debate which center is the better fit for Montreal's roster, timeline, and Stanley Cup aspirations. Would you rather add Dylan Larkin's speed, leadership, and offensive production, or Nico Hischier's elite defensive game and age advantage?Let us know in the comments: Which player would you target if you were running the Canadiens?🔔 Subscribe for daily Montreal Canadiens news, trade rumors, prospect updates, free agency coverage, and NHL analysis.#montrealcanadiens #newjerseydevils #nhl

The Montreal Canadiens came closer than many fans realize to acquiring Matthew Knies! But just how serious were the discussions, and what exactly was Toronto asking for in return?In this video, we break down the trade that never happened, the assets the Leafs reportedly valued, and why the Canadiens ultimately walked away from a potential blockbuster. We also examine how Toronto's front office changes could impact Knies' future and whether Kent Hughes and the Canadiens could revisit a deal this summer.With a new general manager in Toronto and the Canadiens still searching for top-six offensive help, could Montreal make another push for one of the NHL's most intriguing young forwards? We discuss the fit, the cost, the risks, and whether a Knies-to-Montreal scenario still has any chance of becoming reality.Let us know in the comments: Would you trade for Matthew Knies, and what would you be willing to give up?#montrealcanadiens #torontomapleleafs #nhl

The magical playoff run is over, but the future has never looked brighter for the Montreal Canadiens.Join Shaun Starr and Marco D'Amico LIVE as we break down the Canadiens' 6-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final. Carolina jumped out to a dominant first-period lead and closed out the series in five games, ending Montreal's incredible journey to the NHL's final four.We'll discuss:🏒 What went wrong for the Canadiens against Carolina🏒 The biggest lessons learned from this playoff run🏒 Standout performances from the postseason🏒 What's next for Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Lane Hutson and the young core🏒 Potential offseason priorities for Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton🏒 Can the Canadiens take the next step and become a true Stanley Cup contender?The Habs exceeded expectations all season and gave fans a glimpse of what could be a very exciting future. Let's break it all down and take your questions LIVE in the chat.#montrealcanadiens #carolinahurricanes #nhl