# Are The Habs Prepared For The Next Expansion? | The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro July 31 2026

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Published: 2026-08-01T04:00:00+00:00
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On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Pierre McGuire joins Shayne Gaumond to discuss comments made by NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly regarding upcoming expansion, how soon could a new team enter the NHL, what a protection list could resemble for the Montreal Canadiens, the players likely left unprotected, strategies to minimize damage to the roster and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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