About this episode
The Habs started their preseason with strong efforts from key players. Will Owen Beck be rewarded for his impressive start to the preseason? Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba break down the Habs preseason opener, a 2-1 shootout win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Patrik Laine spent all summer training - can we already see the fruits of his labour? Owen Beck and Filip Mesar might be a strong duo. Does that mean both are bound for the Rocket no matter how well they play? 0:00 Intro: Preseason opener recap 5:11 Matheson-Dobson pairing analysis and concerns 10:32 Patrick Laine's improved skating and performance 17:30 Power play unit struggles but shows potential 22:12 Owen Beck and Filip Mesar impress 27:25 Beck's future role and development plans 29:49 Trivia question on 2022 Memorial Cup Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. 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.