# Montreal Canadiens Juraj Slafkovsky poised to take another step up? When will Arber Xhekaj sign? Friday mailbag and listener spotlight

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Podcast: [Locked On Canadiens - Daily Podcast on the Montreal Canadiens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-canadiens-daily-podcast-on-the-montreal-canadiens-444785)
Published: 2026-08-14T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

How high is Juraj Slafkovský's ceiling for the Montreal Canadiens? With Arber Xhekaj's contract status looming and breakout candidates like Ivan Demidov in the mix, are the Canadiens on track for a true playoff push? Laura Saba, joined by passionate Habs fans Jake Messier and Nicole, tackles key listener mailbag questions, spotlighting prospects including David Reinbacher and Florian Xhekaj while debating who will step up as team leaders alongside Cole Caufield. The episode takes a heartfelt turn as Jake Messier shares his journey battling stage 4 breast cancer, driving home the importance of awareness for men and the power of community support. Listeners can expect spirited takes on team development, roster moves, and even fun hypotheticals like Habs-themed food trucks—all wrapped in a celebration of resilience, humor, and Canadiens fandom.

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