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On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, we'll have in-depth analysis and lively discussion about everything happening in the NHL. Whether it’s trade rumors, player development or season predictions, it has expert takes and fresh perspectives on every episode.

  1. 12H AGO

    Has Matthew Schaefer Had The Best Season By A Rookie D-Man?

    Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:38: Has Matthew Schaefer had the best performance we've ever seen by a rookie defenseman?  3:16: Who does Schaefer remind you of?  4:16: Is there any debate as to why Schaefer doesn't deserve the Calder Trophy? 5:31: With the way the Buffalo Sabers are playing, do they have a chance to make some serious waves in the post-season and go on a run for the Cup? Or will the pressure be too much? 8:45: Do we care if the Sabres go out in the first round? Are fans happy enough to just make the playoffs? 11:00: If the Columbus Blue Jackets are able to hold onto their playoff spot, do they have enough to go on a long playoff run?  13:50: Which team is the most likely to stir things up and avoid being first-round fodder?  18:15: The three Hobey Hat Trick finalists will be revealed on April 3. Who would you pick as the top three?  20:54: If Gavin McKenna isn't in the top three, does that change how we feel about him? BetMGM Playbook  23:26: How important is a division win with the current playoff format?  26:10: Why is the Pacific Division farther behind in points compared to other divisions?  28:37: Is there a theme of struggles between the Pacific division teams?  31:47: Who do you think will win the Pacific Division? Rapid Fire  33:50: With the regular season nearing its end, which player has had the worst value contract this season?  35:50: The NHL draft Lottery takes place on May 5, and Vancouver will likely have the highest odds. Who do you want to see win it? Who actually wins it? 38:28: Since March Madness has begun, what team would be your Cinderella pick to win the Cup?  39:27: Will Cole Caufield reach the 50-goal mark this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Who Are The Darkest Horses In The NHL Playoff Race?

    Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:30: What does the Leon Draisaitl injury do to the Oilers in terms of standings? 8:00: What potential changes do you see coming to the Department of Player Safety, if any? 13:30: How concerned are you about the Colorado Avalanche? 17:50: Is Cole Caufield one of the all-time best Montreal Canadiens scorers? 22:30: Who would you rank as the Hart Trophy favorites, and where is Nikita Kucherov? 29:00: Who is the best choice for the next head of NHL player safety? 32:10: Who is the team furthest from a playoff spot you still think can get in? 34:20: Yay or nay the St Pats jersey? 35:50: Is Jack Hughes entitled to the puck from the golden goal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min

  3. 4D AGO

    Should The NHL Do More To Protect Its Superstars?

    Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed: 0:49: The NHL handed Radko Gudas a five-game suspension for a knee-on-knee collision with Auston Matthews. Do you think five games were enough?  3:00: Should the league be doing more to protect its superstars?  5:10: Why do we want to treat all players the same? Should superstars be judged differently? 9:01: Should the Toronto Maple Leafs trade a goaltender in the summer? Who would it be? 10:40: What would you want in return if you were Toronto for a goalie?  13:07: Could the Dallas Stars take over that top spot in the Central Division?  15:17: Are the Dallas Stars as robust a team from top to bottom as Colorado?  16:33: Is there any chance the Ottawa Senators can sneak into a playoff spot? 18:58: Does Seattle have enough in them to keep a hold on their current playoff position? 22:10: The Washington Capitals signed Cole Hutson to his entry-level deal. What are your expectations for him for the rest of the season? 25:12: The 2028 World Cup of Hockey will be hosted in Calgary, Edmonton and Prague in February. Thoughts on the chosen cities?  29:20: Who is the Vezina Trophy front-runner? 30:45: Who will win the Norris Trophy? 32:28: Who will win the Selke Trophy? 33:45: GM meetings begin today: what change would you make to the NHL? 36:07: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min

  4. MAR 13

    Are The Red Wings At Risk Of Missing The Playoffs?

    Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Katie Gaus discussed: 0:50: What did you think of the Toronto Maple Leafs' response to Radko Gudas' knee-on-knee hit on Auston Matthews? 4:34: Is Anaheim Ducks captain Radko Gudas earning (or already at) "dirty player" status? 6:58: Which NHL team will emerge in this Western wild-card race?  9:55: Are there any worries that the Detroit Red Wings might miss the playoffs again?  13:33: How much do you think Alex Tuch is worth to the Buffalo Sabres? 17:58: The Calgary Flames landed one of the most sought-after 2026 college free agents in St. Cloud State forward Tyson Gross. Thoughts on this move by the Flames?  BetMGM Playbook  20:59: Does having previous playoff experience matter when trying to win the division?  23:18: Could either Montreal or Detroit catch up to either Tampa or Buffalo to take over the top of the division?  25:21: Out of Tampa or Buffalo, who do you think will win the Atlantic division? Rapid Fire  28:16: The NHL announced the Ottawa Senators and Chicago Blackhawks will play two regular-season games in Dusseldorf, Germany, in December 2026. Are these teams the best choices for German fans? 30:04: With the regular season nearing its end, which player has had the best value contract this season?  32:34: What is the most notable trade you can remember involving rivals? 34:49: Yay or nay: is it OK for Connor McDavid to fight someone? 37:54: What impresses you the most about Para hockey players? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    42 min

  5. MAR 11

    Do The Maple Leafs Have A Bad Rap Among NHL Players?

    Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:49: How far do you think the Montreal Canadiens can get in this year's playoffs?  4:45: How can Montreal combat heavy play from other teams in the playoffs?  6:13: What is it like for a player going into the Bell Centre in Montreal?  7:06: There is a narrative out there that Toronto is a terrible place to play and all the Maple Leafs do is run their stars out of town. How real is this? Do they need to do some PR? 11:09: Drew, what was the perspective on playing in Toronto?  12:17: Are the Boston Bruins' playoff hopes destined to fail if they can't figure it out on the road? 15:10: Could James Hagens be added to the Bruins roster for the playoffs?  15:40: If Boston played Buffalo in the first round, would the Bruins be favored?  16:50: The Edmonton Oilers are starting to heat up at the right time. How important is it that they win the division? 19:19: The Oilers are playing the nuclear option of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl (with Jack Roslovic) together more – is this sustainable? 20:51: Where are the Philadelphia Flyers going? What are the Flyers' objectives after this season?  24:20: Drew, what do you do if you're the Flyers? 28:10: Ryan, what makes NHL draft prospect goaltender Harrison Boettiger's development unique? 30:40: Will any goalies go in the first round of the draft this year?  33:08: Macklin Celebrini is the third-fastest teenager to 90 points in a season, getting in 62 games. How many points will he finish the season with? 35:23: Which team would you rather have the 2025-26 Colorado Avalanche or the field going into the playoffs? 38:25: Nathan MacKinnon was ejected from yesterday's game for crashing into Oilers goalie Connor Ingram. Was a five-minute major the right call, or should it have only been two minutes? 41:44: Charlie McAvoy needs dental work again after being hit in the face Tuesday night. Does he deserve to win the Masterton Trophy at this point? 42:44: Do we consider Rasmus Dahlin a rat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min

  6. MAR 9

    Dubnyk Discusses The Leafs, Sabres, Avalanche, Bobrovsky And More

    Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Andrew McInnis discussed: 1:22: What has been working so well for the Buffalo Sabres? 7:10: How much of a threat can the Sabres be in the playoffs? 10:07: How exciting would a Sabres and Lightning playoff series be? 12:30: How crucial is depth in the playoffs? 14:24: Are the Colorado Avalanche clear Stanley Cup favorites, and do they really have any flaws? 19:05: As a goaltender, what's it like watching a team on a power play passing the puck back and forth but not shooting it? 21:35: Thoughts on the status of the Maple Leafs right now? 25:22: What's the Maple Leafs' big plan now moving forward? 27:42: Does it hurt the Leafs if they don't accept a rebuild? 29:30: What do you think Sergei Bobrovsky's next contract will look like, and will it still be with the Panthers? 33:08: Which teams have the most important make-or-break stretch of games coming up? 36:07: What trade rumor that didn't end up happening made you upset? 37:00: It might be early, but which player fits best with their new team? 38:09: Which trade deadline seller should be in a playoff spot next season? 39:35: Favorite Corey Perry moment? 41:58: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min

  7. MAR 7

    The Hockey News Big Show: Reacting to the NHL Trade Deadline

    The Big Show is here to discuss everything from the NHL trade deadline.  Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Katie Gaus discussed: 0:45: Overall thoughts on this year's trade deadline?  1:50: Who was the most notable name that wasn't traded?  3:09: How are Toronto Maple Leafs fans feeling about what they did at the trade deadline?  7:10: Who was the winner at this year's deadline? 10:49: What team had the most underwhelming trade deadline?  12:31: Why didn't the Edmonton Oilers go for it more at the trade deadline?  14:25: Why were the prices so high this year?  16:30: What team could have done more to keep up with others in their division? 18:30: Is the Central still the scariest division after the deadline?  21:08: If you could move any player with no limitations today, who would it be and where would he go?  23:54: Is there a team that propelled itself farther ahead into contention then you thought it would?  27:04: How does Nazem Kadri going to the Colorado Avalanche change the Central Division?  31:09: Which UFAs are now on the radar in the off-season?  32:50: Who is the happiest player after this deadline?  35:10: Final thoughts on what’s to come in the rest of the NHL season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min

  8. MAR 4

    Is There A GM Under More Pressure Than Oilers' Stan Bowman?

    The Big Show is here to discuss big NHL and hockey topics as the trade deadline is now days away. Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:30: Thoughts on the Oilers acquiring Connor Murphy 4:30: Is there a GM under more pressure than Stan Bowman? 6:10: Which team should go after Sergei Bobrovsky should he be traded? 9:00: Can Bobrovsky be the same goalie we have seen? 11:00: How would Robert Thomas fit with the Sabres? 17:40: Do you still see any Stanley Cup contenders in the Pacific Division? 21:40: How underrated is Matt Boldy? 25:20: What is the experience of getting traded? 28:40: Who would you start a franchise with, Macklin Celebrini or Matthew Schaefer? 30:50: Most shocking trade deadline move that you remember? 33:50: Live reaction to the Tyler Myers trade 38:40: Should Evan Bouchard be in the top three for the Norris voting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min
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On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, we'll have in-depth analysis and lively discussion about everything happening in the NHL. Whether it’s trade rumors, player development or season predictions, it has expert takes and fresh perspectives on every episode.

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