Author: Rick Stephens

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In concert with the strong belief that "Habs fans are everywhere!", Rick is pleased that people use All Habs as a conduit to find and connect with other Habs fans worldwide. He is also proud that Habs Tweetups have allowed fans to meet in person and develop long lasting friendships.

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IceCaps Hockey Report Interviews St. John’s Forward Andrew Yogan

Andrew Yogan (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

by Amy Johnson, Video Editor/Producer, All Habs Hockey Magazine

Andrew Yogan (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

SYRACUSE, NY. — The Montreal Canadiens AHL affiliate, the St. John’s IceCaps recently returned from a six-game road trip through upstate New York and Toronto. You can read full reports for each game here.

The IceCaps Hockey Report | All Habs Hockey Magazine team was onsite in Utica, Syracuse and Toronto to take in the action against the Comets, Crunch and Marlies.

Following the game against the Syracuse Crunch, IceCaps forward Andrew Yogan kindly spent a few minutes with our video producer, Amy Johnson.

The interview is below.

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IceCaps Hockey Report Interviews Canadiens Prospect Jeremy Gregoire [VIDEO]

Jeremy Gregoire (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

by Amy Johnson, Video Editor/Producer, All Habs Hockey Magazine

Jeremy Gregoire (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

SYRACUSE, NY. — The Montreal Canadiens AHL affiliate, the St. John’s IceCaps recently returned from a six-game road trip through upstate New York and Toronto. You can read full reports for each game here.

The IceCaps Hockey Report | All Habs Hockey Magazine team was onsite in Utica, Syracuse and Toronto to take in the action against the Comets, Crunch and Marlies.

Following the game against the Syracuse Crunch, IceCaps forward Jeremy Gregoire kindly spent a few minutes with our video producer, Amy Johnson.

The interview is below.

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IceCaps Hockey Report Interviews Canadiens Prospect Brandon McNally [VIDEO]

Brandon McNally (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

by Amy Johnson, Video Editor/Producer, All Habs Hockey Magazine

Brandon McNally (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

SYRACUSE, NY. — The Montreal Canadiens AHL affiliate, the St. John’s IceCaps are currently on a six-game road trip through upstate New York and Toronto. The IceCaps had an exciting overtime win in Utica before dropping two games in Syracuse. You can read full reports for each game here.

The IceCaps Hockey Report | All Habs Hockey Magazine team was onsite in Utica and Syracuse to take in the action against the Comets and the Crunch.

Following the game against the Crunch, IceCaps forward Brandon McNally kindly spent a few minutes with our video producer, Amy Johnson.

The interview is below.

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IceCaps Hockey Report Interviews Canadiens Prospect Max Friberg [VIDEO]

Max Friberg (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

by Amy Johnson, Video Editor/Producer, All Habs Hockey Magazine

Max Friberg (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

UTICA, NY. — The Montreal Canadiens AHL affiliate, the St. John’s IceCaps are currently on a six-game road trip through upstate New York and Toronto. The IceCaps had an exciting overtime win in Utica before dropping two games in Syracuse. You can read full reports for each game here.

The IceCaps Hockey Report | All Habs Hockey Magazine team was onsite in Utica and Syracuse to take in the action against the Comets and the Crunch.

Following the game against the Comets, IceCaps forward Max Friberg kindly spent a few minutes with our video producer, Amy Johnson.

The interview is below.

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IceCaps Hockey Report Interviews Canadiens Prospect Josiah Didier [VIDEO]

Josiah Didier (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

by Amy Johnson, Video Editor/Producer, All Habs Hockey Magazine

Josiah Didier (Photo by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

SYRACUSE, NY. — The Montreal Canadiens AHL affiliate, the St. John’s IceCaps are currently on a six-game road trip through upstate New York and Toronto. The IceCaps had an exciting overtime win in Utica before dropping two games in Syracuse. You can read full reports for each game here.

The IceCaps Hockey Report | All Habs Hockey Magazine team was onsite in Utica and Syracuse to take in the action against the Comets and the Crunch.

Following the game against the Crunch, IceCaps defenseman Josiah Didier kindly spent a few minutes with our video producer, Amy Johnson.

The interview is below.

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IceCaps Weekly Wrap | Fighting for a Playoff Berth [VIDEO]

(Photo by Amy Johnson | Rocket Sports Media)
(Photo by Amy Johnson | Rocket Sports Media)

ST. JOHN’s, NL — Every Tuesday, IceCaps Hockey Report’s lead contributor, Amy Johnson, reviews the most recent action involving prospects of the Montreal Canadiens and what to expect from the St. John’s IceCaps in the week ahead.

Watch and share!

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IceCaps Weekly Wrap | Scherbak Shines [Video]

Nikita Scherbak (Photo courtesy of St. John's IceCaps)
Nikita Scherbak (Photo courtesy of St. John's IceCaps)
Nikita Scherbak (Photo courtesy of St. John’s IceCaps)

ST. JOHN’s, NL — Every Tuesday, IceCaps Hockey Report’s lead contributor, Amy Johnson, reviews the most recent action involving prospects of the Montreal Canadiens and what to expect from the St. John’s IceCaps in the week ahead.

Watch and share!

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On the Road With IceCaps Darren Dietz, Nikita Scherbak [Video]

Darren Dietz, Nikita Scherbak (Photos by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)
Darren Dietz, Nikita Scherbak (Photos by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)
Darren Dietz, Nikita Scherbak (Photos by Rick Stephens | Rocket Sports Media)

BINGHAMTON, NY. — The St. John’s IceCaps were in Binghamton to play a pair of games against the Senators on the weekend. Players and coaches were kind enough to provide the IceCaps Hockey Report team with exclusive interviews that we present to you below.

Darren Dietz

Dietz is having a solid season having appeared in 51 of 54 IceCaps games this season. He is second in scoring among IceCaps defencemen with 15 points. Darren talks about the game against the Senators, his season and his favorite player.

Nikita Scherbak

Scherbak has missed 28 games in an injury-shortened first season as a pro. He has eight points in 26 games this year. Scherbak returned to a more familiar position at wing on Saturday night after a 10-game stint at centre. Scherbak candidly talks about his injuries, his adjustment to the centre position and his favorite players.

Sylvain Lefebvre

IceCaps head coach Sylvain Lefebvre spoke about the Binghamton series, changes to the lineup, preparing for the playoffs and provided a brief injury update.

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GALLERY | Shadowing Ellis, McCarron at All-Star Skills Competition

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Morgan Ellis (Photo by Amy Johnson | Rocket Sports Media)

SYRACUSE, NY. — On Sunday night the best players in the AHL gathered to take part in the 2016 Skills Competition. Defenceman Morgan Ellis and forward Michael McCarron were the representatives for the St. John’s IceCaps. Former Canadiens goaltender Peter Budaj was selected to represent the Ontario Reign as one of the top goaltenders this season in the AHL.

For our exclusive audio and video interviews prior to and following the event check out IceCaps McCarron, Ellis Shine in AHL All-Star Skills [VIDEO]

Have a look through our photos following McCarron and Ellis taken in the locker room and on the ice.

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Michael McCarron Recalled by the Montreal Canadiens

Michael McCarron (Photo courtesy of St. John's IceCaps)

McCarron recalled to Montreal
MICHAEL MCCARRON CALLED UP TO THE NHL

Michael McCarron (Photo courtesy of St. John's IceCaps)
Michael McCarron (Photo courtesy of St. John’s IceCaps)

ST JOHN’S, NL — IceCaps right-winger Michael McCarron has been recalled by the Montreal Canadiens.

The 20-year-old leads the IceCaps in goals (13) and is second in points (24). The Macomb, Michigan native currently sits third in the American Hockey League rookie scoring race. The six-foot-six, 231-pounder was selected in the first round, 25th overall by the Canadiens in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.

McCarron has no NHL experience.