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- Yesterday43 min
Reacting To A Thrilling Stanley Cup Final
Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 1:06: How would you rank this Stanley Cup final? 5:10: What Devan thought of Brandon Bussi and Frederik Andersen's play in the playoffs and the switch in the final 9:30: What does this Stanley Cup mean for Taylor Hall? Could he be a Hockey Hall of Famer? 12:22: Do you think Jordan Staal deserved to win the Conn Smythe Trophy? Did anyone else fit more? 16:30: What did you make of Mitch Marner's Cup final, from fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup final history to no points in Game 6? 18:30: Was William Karlsson the glue for Vegas' Marner line? 20:18: Will John Tortorella return as the coach for Vegas after coming in at the end of the regular season? 22:58: What are the thoughts on the NHL first and second all-star teams? Were there any snubs? 26:12: Is there a strong market for Jacob Markstrom? What can New Jersey expect as a trade return? 28:52: Could the Edmonton Oilers be the best fit for Markstrom? 31:12: The Flyers are expected to sign goaltender Dan Vladar to a five- to six-year contract extension worth around $5 million annually. Like or dislike? 35:20: If you could change anything you wanted about the NHL today, what would it be? 38:20: Top trade candidates for the summer? 40:35: Who do you think will win the Stanley Cup next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 4 days ago43 min
Are The Hurricanes Finally Wearing Down The Golden Knights?
Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:45: Ryan, which game has had the best atmosphere so far in the Stanley Cup final? 2:00: Was the Jordan Staal storyline something you thought would happen heading into the series? 3:59: Is the Carolina Hurricanes' style finally wearing down the Golden Knights? 5:18: What has been going wrong for Vegas at this stage of the game? 7:13: Why is it a crazy question to ask about the Vegas Golden Knights' goaltending situation? 9:23: How does the absence of William Karlsson affect the Vegas lineup? 11:30: Has Brayden McNabb looked the same since rejoining the lineup? 12:30: What is the key for Carolina to close out the series? What guys need to show up? 14:40: Ranking the four Staal brothers, from top to bottom 16:30: Where do we see this evolving to when it comes to where Elias Pettersson fits? 21:16: Do we agree with the plan of action from Joe Sakic when it comes to the Colorado Avalanche bringing back their entire coaching staff and re-signing all UFA's? 24:20: What are our thoughts about the Toronto Marlies heading for the Calder Cup final? BetMGM Playbook 28:05: Is Mitch Marner the clear winner if Vegas wins the cup? 29:37: Is Marner still the winner if the Canes win the Cup or is it Jordan Staal? 31:35: Are there any other players on the radar for the Conn Smythe? Rapid Fire 36:05: Who are the unsung heroes of the game? What is your favorite moment where an equipment manager or staff member did something memorable? 39:02: Nikita Kucherov won his second Hart Trophy. The results were one of the closest ballots ever. Kucherov finished just 10 points ahead of runner-up Connor McDavid. Thoughts? 40:59: Who is the very, very early front-runner for the 2026-27 Calder Trophy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 6 days ago40 min
Who Is The Stanley Cup Favorite Through Four Games?
Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:10: Thoughts on starting Brandon Bussi and making Frederik Andersen a healthy scratch? 3:05: Has Jordan Staal been the best Carolina Hurricane so far? 4:30: What do you make of Jack Eichel's struggles? 6:30: Who do you think is the Stanley Cup favorite after the first four games? 9:20: Thoughts on the Oilers decision to pursue Mike Babcock? 14:45: Favorite memory of Gabriel Landeskog? 18:20: Should Dylan Larkin expand his list of teams he'd want to be traded too and what's the best fit of the three? 22:00: How shocked are you that Larkin wants out of Detroit? 25:20: Is the Blues' price too high for Robert Thomas? 29:00: Biggest surprise through the first four games of the final? 31:10: Do you think we will see Adin Hill at some point in this series? 35:00: Will Cale Makar become the highest-paid NHL player on his next contract? 36:00: Best and worst food Ryan has eaten during the cup final? 37:30: In honor of sewerball, who is winning the World Cup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago35 min
Is Mitch Marner The NHL's Playoff MVP No Matter What?
Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 1:02: Is Mitch Marner the Conn Smythe winner even if the Vegas Golden Knights lose? 4:20: Is there concern for Vegas about how fast the Carolina Hurricanes came back to tie Game 3? 6:20: Could Brandon Bussi start Game 4, or do you have to go back to Frederik Andersen? 9:02: Which team has the edge going into Game 4? 10:40: Do the NHL scouting combine results solidify Gavin McKenna as the No. 1 pick? 12:14: Michael Augello shares what he noticed in person at the combine. 14:55: Should there be an on-ice component at the combine? 18:10: Could Joe Pavelski become the next Martin St-Louis if he becomes an NHL coach? 19:54: What are the chances we see Pavelski behind the bench in the NHL? 21:04: Who is your ideal candidate for the Toronto Maple Leafs coaching job? 22:04: Thoughts on Tampa Bay Lightning netminder Andrei Vasilevskiy winning his second career Vezina Trophy? 24:40: Did Connor McDavid deserve the Ted Lindsay Award? 26:29: Yay or Nay: Should the University of Nevada, Las Vegas' men's hockey program be in Div. I? 29:33: If you were drafting a team with players only in the Cup final, how many Vegas players would go before someone on Carolina does? 31:19: Rate this Stanley Cup final so far from 1 to 10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago38 min
Was John Tortorella's Coach's Challenge A Bad Mistake?
Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:54: What's been the atmosphere in Carolina's Lenovo Center? 3:35: What did you think the Vegas Golden Knights did well in Game 2? 5:05: What do you think of John Tortorella's unsuccessful coach's challenge that led to a power-play goal against? 8:26: Brett Howden is locked up through 2030 for only $2.5 million, and he leads the NHL in goals this post-season. How impressive has he been? 11:29: What are some keys for the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3? What have they learned? 13:52: What should Vegas be thinking ahead of Game 3? 16:30: Where can we see Dylan Larkin landing after he reportedly requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings? 19:47: Why did Alexander Ovechkin not crack The Hockey News' top 100 NHL players list? BetMGM Playbook 22:29: Gary Pearson shares his thoughts on the first two games of the Stanley Cup final. 24:55: Who will score the most points in the final? 27:39: Who will score the most goals in the final? 29:37: Dark horse pick for either points or goals? Rapid Fire 31:50: How would Matthew Knies have looked with the Montreal Canadiens? 33:04: Is Darnell Nurse's time done with the Edmonton Oilers? 34:04: Will Anders Lee be back as the New York Islanders' captain next year? 35:45: Who should crank the siren for Vegas in Game 3? 36:57: Has your opinion changed on how many games it will take for either team to win the Cup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago36 min
How Are The Golden Knights Getting These Comeback Wins?
Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:50: What are the thoughts from Ryan, who was in attendance for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup final? 3:30: Thoughts on Brett Howden and the steal of a contract the Vegas Golden Knights have with him? 5:30: What is playing in Vegas getting all these come-from-behind wins? 8:00: How concerned are you about Frederik Andersen after his five goals allowed in Game 1? 10:50: Any predictions for Game 2? 13:00: Who is a better fit as the Toronto Maple Leafs' coach: Patrick Roy or Peter Laviolette? 15:30: Are you surprised the Leafs are not looking at younger options for the next coach? 17:40: Thoughts on the All-Star Game going to an international format? 20:30: Thoughts on having the skills competition for players 25-and-under? 23:20: Thoughts on the NCAA potentially changing its eligibility rules? 28:10: Who is your Game 1 MVP? 30:00: Biggest thing you're focusing on throughout the rest of the series? 32:10: Who would you rather have on your team: Leon Draisaitl or Kirill Kaprizov 33:10: Any predictions for the pregame siren for Game 2? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago42 min
Previewing The 2026 Stanley Cup Final With Devan Dubnyk
Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis discussed in this episode: 0:25: Is the Golden Knights' success the reason for the Las Vegas sports boom? 5:30: Where does this playoff run rank in terms of John Tortorella's accomplishments 9:50: What would a Stanley Cup as a coach do for Rod Brind'Amour's legacy? 13:40: Which Hurricanes player has the most pressure on them? 17:30: Do the Montreal Canadiens need to make a change to get over the top? 24:00: Who's a player you wish you saw more of on the Habs? 28:20: Is Finland cemented as the third-best hockey country? 31:50: Should Switzerland be viewed as one of the hockey powerhouses? 35:00: Is Norway a country to watch at future hockey events? 37:00: Which team has the goaltending advantage in the Stanley Cup final? 38:30: Which player's legacy would be affected most if they were to win a Stanley Cup this year? 40:20: Who will be Canada's World Championship captain in 2027? 41:30: Is the OHL the best major junior league in Canada? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago42 min
Remembering Claude Lemieux As An NHLer And Agent
Here's what former Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:06: What are our expectations from the Carolina Hurricanes going into Game 5? 3:40: Why is the Hurricanes' style of play working in the Eastern Conference final this year? 6:48: Thoughts on Kelly McCrimmon saying he thinks the Edmonton Oilers leaked the news about Vegas not granting Bruce Cassidy permission to interview elsewhere? 8:22: What does Vegas have to gain by not letting Cassidy interview with someone else at this point? 10:33: Who is the most interesting NHL player you heard could be traded this off-season? 15:05: Who are some defensemen the Toronto Maple Leafs could be looking at as possible targets? 17:10: What are some moments or memories that stick out from Claude Lemieux's NHL career? BetMGM Playbook 20:24: Who is leading the odds to win the Conn Smythe Trophy? 24:10: Your dark horse pick for the Conn Smythe? 27:30: Who is your pick to win the Conn Smythe Trophy? Rapid Fire 30:06: Who do you have going all the way in the IIHF Men's World Championship? 32:05: Should the NHL do more of what the IIHF is doing with the referee cameras? 34:54: Yay or nay: the Columbus Blue Jackets should re-sign captain Boone Jenner 36:29: Who would you rather have on your team: Wyatt Johnston or Dylan Larkin? 37:40: Who would you rather have: Jeremy Swayman or Igor Shesterkin? 39:27: Will next season be a 'last dance' for the Pittsburgh Penguins with Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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