STEAL: Mike Matheson, Noah Dobson SHINE for Montreal Canadiens | 2C HUNT - Who Are the Caps?
From Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens by Scott Matla, Locked On Podcast Network, Laura Saba
June 11, 2026 · 36 min · Episode 1642
About this episode
The episode discusses Mike Matheson's contract extension and impact on the Canadiens, alongside Noah Dobson's performance and potential trades.
Montreal Canadiens locked up Mike Matheson with a contract extension this fall —magic or mistake? With Matheson’s evolving role as a defensive anchor, Ian Boisvert and Laura Saba assess his impact, the team-friendly $6 million price tag, and what this means for the blue line’s future. Can Matheson maintain his playoff form, and does his leadership accelerate the Canadiens’ rebuild? The hosts also break down Noah Dobson’s first season in Montreal, debating whether his acquisition filled key defensive gaps and how his chemistry with Matheson elevates the team. Trade rumors swirl as the duo sizes up the Washington Capitals and considers the fit of players like Pierre-Luc Dubois and Dylan Strome as Montreal’s elusive 2C. With playoff performance, salary cap strategy, and lineup evolution on the table, the Canadiens’ path to contention comes sharply into focus.
People in this episode
Hosts: Ian Boisvert, Laura Saba
Topics covered
- Montreal Canadiens
- NHL
- defensive strategy
- player performance
- trade rumors
- salary cap
Keywords
- Mike Matheson
- Noah Dobson
- Montreal Canadiens
- Washington Capitals
- trade rumors
- NHL playoffs
- salary cap
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Montreal Canadiens, Washington Capitals
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