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Sportsnet insider Jeff Marek goes around the league in Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national NHL show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman.

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Sportsnet insider Jeff Marek goes around the league in Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national NHL show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman.

    Panthers Win First Stanley Cup in Franchise History

    Panthers Win First Stanley Cup in Franchise History

    Jeff kicks off the show with Producer Matt Marchese to break down the Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup victory, including Paul Maurice’s postgame interview after securing his first championship. Shayna Goldman of The Athletic joins the conversation to discuss Connor McDavid winning the Conn Smythe Trophy despite his team's losing effort, Paul Maurice finally getting his ring, the goalie market, and much more (08:06). Jason York, co-host of the Coming in Hot podcast, stops by to share stories from his time playing against Maurice in the OHL, before getting into the Senators' acquisition of Linus Ullmark and the timing of the trade (35:00). Later, Panthers play-by-play voice Doug Plagens weighs in on the Cats' Stanley Cup win, the balance of power for hockey in Florida shifting, the emotions in Sunrise last night, and the big decisions looming for the team this summer (50:05). Finally, after dropping a massive bombshell last night, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports joins to discuss Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo abandoning his plan to bring back the Coyotes, his son’s role with the team, the future of hockey in the desert, and much more (01:23:18).

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    • 1 hr 39 min
    The Biggest Game in NHL History with Fernando Pisani and Chris Pronger

    The Biggest Game in NHL History with Fernando Pisani and Chris Pronger

    Jeff kicks off the show with Stanley Cup Champion Mike Rupp as they tee up the “biggest game in NHL history”. They discuss what is going through the minds of both the Panthers and Oilers heading into Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final, what to expect from Sergei Bobrovsky, his experience on hockey's biggest stage, and more. Then, former Edmonton Oilers forward Fernando Pisani joins the show to reflect upon the Oilers playoff run in 2006 (31:10). Later on, Hockey Hall of Fame defenceman Chris Pronger joins the program (50:00). He shares his mentality heading into the biggest games of his career, his memories of the 2006 Stanley Cup Finals with Edmonton, who has the most riding on tonight, and much more.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    • 1 hr 10 min
    The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: Is This the Biggest Game in NHL History? + Michkov Heading to North America

    The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: Is This the Biggest Game in NHL History? + Michkov Heading to North America

    Jeff and Elliotte kick things off breaking down the mood in Sunrise Florida ahead of Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss why tonight might be the biggest game in NHL history and reflect upon some of the other games in contention for the biggest of all time, before getting into Kyle Okposo's return to the lineup in place of Nick Cousins. The pair weigh in on the extra day between Games 6 and 7, as well as the mindset that the Panthers need to have heading into tonight's matchup. Later, Jeff and Elliotte chat about what went wrong in the relationship between the Winnipeg Jets and top prospect Rutger McGroarty, the trade talk surrounding his future, Matvei Michkov reportedly heading to North America, and when we can expect him to join the Flyers.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    • 29 min
    The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: Game 6 Expectations + Is the Goalie Market Heating Up?

    The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: Game 6 Expectations + Is the Goalie Market Heating Up?

    Jeff and Elliotte Friedman kick things off teeing up Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final tonight in Edmonton. They discuss what we will see from the Panthers lines, if Evander Kane will suit up, and much more ahead of puck drop. Next, the pair get into the goaltender market heating up and where we can expect Linus Ullmark to end up. Later, they look back on Andrew Cogliano's career on the heels of his retirement announcement, and weigh in on what's next for Mark Giordano. To wrap up the program, Jeff and Matt Marchese say goodbye to technical director Lance Kennedy after 21 years at Sportsnet 590 The FAN.

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    • 22 min
    Teeing Up Game 6 of the SCF + Andrew Cogliano Joins the Show

    Teeing Up Game 6 of the SCF + Andrew Cogliano Joins the Show

    Jeff kicks off the show with Sportsnet's Louie DeBrusk to tee up tonight’s Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final in Edmonton. They discuss how the Oilers need to approach the start to the contest, what to expect heading into the game, the goaltending matchup, and much more. Next up, after announcing his retirement, Andrew Cogliano stops by to discuss his decision to hang up his skates, what his role will be in the Avalanche’s front office, how he adjusted his game when he made it to the NHL, and his experience winning the Cup in Colorado (31:05). Later on, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now looks ahead to Game 6 from the Panthers perspective including the state of the powerplay, how Paul Maurice has handled the Oilers' push, and Bill Zito’s reaction to his team’s Game 5 loss (50:55).

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    • 1 hr 17 min
    Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald + My Day With the Cup with Jim Lang

    Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald + My Day With the Cup with Jim Lang

    Jeff kicks off the show with Jim Lang to discuss his new book "My Day with the Cup: NHL Players Tell Their Stories about Hometown Celebrations with Hockey's Greatest Trophy". They chat about the most interesting tales from his book, along with his favourite encounters with former players. Later, New Jersey Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald discusses the reasoning for bringing in Jacob Markström, what the Devils need to add on their blue line, what went wrong for the team this season, and more (17:22)!

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    • 35 min

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