Did Fanatics just leak Nick Suzuki’s spot on Team Canada’s Olympic roster? The Montreal Canadiens captain’s Olympic hopes take center stage, stirring debate among fans about whether a star Habs player should chase national glory or focus on the NHL grind. Is Suzuki best suited for fourth-line shutdown duty or will he surprise critics with an impact performance on the world stage?

Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert break down the Canadiens’ jam-packed four-game week, analyze Samuel Montembeault’s return in goal, and weigh the team’s playoff odds with matchups against the Panthers, Hurricanes, Blues, and Stars. Plus, excitement builds around prospect Michael Hage’s breakout at the World Juniors—is he the future star the Habs need? Hear sharp insights, lively banter, and the latest on Canadiens roster strategy, lineup concerns, and key points the team must clinch to stay in the race.

00:00 Nick Suzuki Olympic Team Leak?
03:45 "Nick Suzuki Deserves to Go to Italy
08:03 Nick Suzuki Represents Canada
14:07 Canadiens Aim for Division Title
16:44 Carolina: Eastern Conference Leaders
20:15 Canadiens Aiming for Crucial Points
23:38 Hage’s Impressive Offensive Play
26:20 Can Face-Offs Be Improved?
30:28 Winning Critical Moments

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