Are the Montreal Canadiens poised for a breakthrough season? The Atlantic Division's landscape is shifting, and the Habs' young core could be ready to make waves.

Experts Laura Saba and Ian Boisvert join to dissect the Canadiens' outlook, focusing on rising stars Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield. They analyze the team's glaring need at second-line center and debate potential solutions, from pipe dreams like Sidney Crosby to more realistic targets. The conversation explores how Montreal stacks up against division rivals, with particular attention to the Ottawa Senators' trajectory.

Discover why this might be the most promising Canadiens squad since their 2014 conference finals run. Tune in for insider perspectives on the Habs' path back to contention and the patience required for their rebuild to bear fruit.

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