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0:00: Breaking down Alex DeBrincat’s extension with the Detroit Red Wings 5:19: What will Simon Edvinsson’s next contract look like? 11:50: Have the Tkachuk brothers been sparked after Brady’s hat trick against the Columbus Blue Jackets? 16:45: Can Alexis Lafreniere lead the New York Rangers to the playoffs without Igor Shesterkin? 21:05: Should the Colorado Avalanche be concerned about Nathan MacKinnon fighting? 25:54: What should the Philadelphia Flyers change amid their disastrous start? 31:00: Has Nick Robertson earned a larger opportunity with the Pittsburgh Penguins? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00: Which PWHL expansion team is best set to be competitive this season? 06:30: Reacting to the PWHL’s new expansion jerseys 10:00: Which PWHL training camp battles are you most interested in? 15:00: How will the Carolina Hurricanes deal with Jordan Staal’s injury? 17:30: Making sense of the Philadelphia Flyers’ early-season struggles 21:00: Do the Rangers go after a goalie with Shesterkin out for the year 25:30: Does Chris Tanev’s injury make the Maple Leafs more likely to trade for a defenseman? 31:00: How many points will Connor Bedard finish with this season? 35:00: Did people overestimate the Florida Panthers’ roster? 39:00: What does Matt Duchene’s injury do to the Dallas Stars’ playoff hopes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

0:00: Who needs to step up for the Montreal Canadiens in Ivan Demidov’s absence 4:42: Will Jacob Fowler manage to seize his opportunity with the Canadiens? 9:46: Can Michael Bunting help provide a spark for the Philadelphia Flyers? 14:08: Is Devon Levi already the definitive No. 1 goaltender for the Edmonton Oilers? 18:55: Is Paul Cotter an early trade candidate for the Vancouver Canucks? 23:04: Will Dylan Guenther challenge for the ‘Rocket’ Richard trophy? 26:23: Is Owen Power finally proving why he was a first-overall pick? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

01:30: Expectations Ovechkin’s retirement tour as he announces his final NHL season 04:30: How concerning is Linus Ullmark’s injury for the Ottawa Senators? 09:00: How will Dylan Larkin’s return to the lineup impact the Detroit Red Wings? 12:50: Are the Winnipeg Jets a candidate for a ‘Ewing Theory’ team? 18:30: Reacting to Ron Hainsey’s response to Gary Bettman’s comments on contract clauses 23:30: Thoughts on Andrei Vasilevskiy's career as he moves into the top 20 in all-time wins among goaltenders 27:00: How will Macklin Celebrini’s injury impact the San Jose Sharks’ competitive hopes this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

0:00: Reacting to the Columbus Blue Jackets’ decision to enter the season without a captain 4:38: Breaking down William Karlsson’s extension with the Vegas Golden Knights? 7:40: Will Jack Eichel contend for any major individual awards this season? 11:10: Were the Colorado Avalanche right to extend Jared Bednar as head coach? 15:05: Why have negotiations with Simon Edvinsson and the Detroit Red Wings taken so long? 19:25: Is Sidney Crosby The Greatest Captain In Hockey History? 22:58: Will Evan Bouchard be motivated to take his offense to new heights with the Edmonton Oilers this season? 27:02: Where will Chris Kreider fit best with the Montreal Canadiens? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, Chris Sinclair and Andre Leal discussed in this episode: Around The PWHL 1:29: What will CBC’s partnership with the PWHL do for the growth of women’s hockey?  4:27: Breaking down Caroline Harvey's new three-year deal 6:38: Which of the home openers looks the most exciting? NHL News  8:21: What will Kirill Marchenko bring to the Toronto Maple Leafs? 12:52: How will Matthew Knies impact the Columbus Blue Jackets’ future?  16:00: What grade are you giving the Maple Leafs’ off-season now?  18:43: Which players on Canadian teams could be trade candidates this season? 20:46: How will Brock Faber's absence impact the Minnesota Wild moving forward?  24:13: How will the Buffalo Sabres deal with their goaltending after Ukko-Pekka Luukonen’s injury?   27:04: What does Logan Stanley add to the New York Islanders’ blueline?  30:19: Which contract in the Pacific Division is the most intriguing? 33:33: Which NHLer will benefit the most from a change of scenery heading into 2026-27? 36:14: Was Thomas Chabot the right choice as captain of the Ottawa Senators? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Jake Tye discussed in this episode: 1:09: Who are some sleeper picks to consider in fantasy hockey this season?  5:12: Is there anyone who is being taken in fantasy drafts too early? 8:37: Who will be the most impactful fantasy hockey rookie to target? 10:49: Will Simon Edvinsson have a contract signed by the time the season starts? 13:37: How important is it that Adam Lowry has a bounce-back season for the Winnipeg Jets?  16:49: Could this be Tyler Seguin’s last season with the Dallas Stars?  19:28: Was Mikael Granlund the right choice for captain of the Ducks?  22:02: Are you concerned about the Sabres defensive depth if either or both Zellweger and Samuelsson are out long-term? 25:13: Reacting to Mark Messier's comments about the Edmonton Oilers’ hiring of Mike Babcock  28:55: Which contract in the Central Division is the most interesting for you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, Chris Sinclair and Kelsey Surmacz discussed in this episode: Around The PWHL  0:45: Are the Vancouver Goldeneyes favorites to win the Walter Cup?  3:05: Can we expect to see the Montreal Victoire back in the running again?  4:38: What made the Victoire so successful last season? 6:30: Dark horse teams that could dominate the PWHL this season  NHL News  9:22: Thoughts on Sam Steel’s extension with the Dallas Stars 12:21: What happens to the Pittsburgh Penguins if any of their veterans take a step back this year? 17:20: What can Victor Hedman still bring to the Tampa Bay Lightning? 21:05: Who are some candidates that will have bounce-back seasons after difficult sophomore campaigns? 24:20: Reacting to players 20-11 from NHL networks top 50 player list  27:22: Which contract in the Atlantic division is the most interesting for you? 31:09: Which NHL teams will end up having buyer's remorse based on a particular contract they signed in the off-season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discussed in this episode: 1:17: Breaking down Cutter Gauthier’s contract extension with the Anaheim Ducks 3:11: With both Gauthier and Leo Carlsson locked down, what are the expectations for the Ducks this season?  5:03: Are the Montreal Canadiens a dangerous contender in 2026-27?  8:42: At this point what is the likelihood of Connor Hellebuyck being the starting goaltender for the Winnipeg Jets on opening night?  14:12: Have the Toronto Maple Leafs done a good job of replacing Max Domi’s role on the team? 18:49: How important will Chris Tanev’s availability be for the Maple Leafs this season? 22:37: How concerning is it that the New York Islanders could be starting the season without Mathew Barzal?  25:43: Which contract in the Metropolitan Division is the most interesting for you? 29:30: Was Drew Doughty the right choice for captain by the Los Angeles Kings?  32:35: Reflecting on Ryan Reaves’ career after his retirement announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discussed in this episode: 1:10: Breaking down Drake Batherson’s extension with the Ottawa Senators?  4:01: Did the Washington Capitals get good value on Ryan Leonard’s extension?  5:40: Are the Capitals preparing for life after Alex Ovechkin with Leonard’s extension?  7:48: Expectations from Noah Ostlund after his extension with the Buffalo Sabres? 11:05: Was it the right choice by the Chicago Blackhawks to make Connor Bedard their new captain?  14:12: Reacting to the Detroit Red Wings’ decision to promote Shawn Horcoff as interim GM 16:00: What took so long for the Detroit Red Wings to announce this?  18:17: Thoughts on the Columbus Blue Jackets’ decision to bring in Cam Talbot 22:39: How much longer will Connor Hellebuyck’s drama with the Winnipeg Jets continue?  26:33: How do you see this season unfolding with Pete DeBoer and the New York Islanders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Adam Kierszenblat discussed in this episode: 0:53: Breaking down the brewing rivalry between The Ottawa Senators and the Florida Panthers?  7:00: Reacting to the Anaheim Ducks’ decision to terminate Chris Kreider’s contract 9:00: Which team will Chris Kreider end up signing with? 10:33: What are your thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers signing forward Alex Formenton 13:00: Will signing Alex Formenton be worth the noise for the Edmonton Oilers?  15:50: Should Minnesota Wild fans be worried that Quinn Hughes is in no rush to sign? 21:45: Which PTO signing is most likely to stick with their team? 25:50: Should the Calgary Flames move on from Jonathan Huberdeau?  30:11: Which NHL teams are on the verge of a rebuild?  33:07: How much longer could Sidney Crosby continue to play for? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former professional Ice Hockey player Madison Packer, Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Eric Cruikshank discussed in this episode: Women’s Hockey Segment with Madison Packer 1:42: What were the biggest signings or trades of the PWHL off-season? 3:27: Which PWHL expansion teams will fare best in 2026-27 6:33: Which coaching or staff changes have been the most interesting?  NHL News  8:32: Was Zeev Buium’s contract extension a smart bet for the Vancouver Canucks? 11:35: Expectations for Buium with the Canucks this upcoming season  13:41: Reacting to Fraser Minten’s seven-year extension with the Boston Bruins 17:31: Who are the best remaining candidates for the Detroit Red Wings’ GM position? 21:21: Breaking down BetMGM’s pre-season odds for the Stanley Cup winner in 2026-27 25:16: Reacting to players 40-31 on the NHL Network’s top 50 players list 28:45: What are reasonable expectations for Buffalo Sabres defenseman Zach Metsa this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Eric Cruikshank discussed in this episode: 1:08: Breaking down the New Jersey Devils’ acquisition of Luke Evangelista  4:15: What does the Evangelista trade mean for the Nashville Predators?   6:48: Do you think that Robert Thomas was the right choice for a captain by the St Louis Blues? 9:55: How will Eeli Tolvanen fit with the New York Rangers?  13:13: Did the Washington Capitals have the best off-season in the NHL? 17:30: What are intriguing storylines to follow heading into NHL training camps? 20:49: Which rookie goaltenders could make their mark in the NHL this upcoming season?  25:07: Which players have to deliver for their team in the Atlantic and Metropolitan Division?  26:21: Which players have to deliver for their team in the Central and Pacific division?  28:00: Which NHL teams have set themselves up to have the biggest window for Stanley Cup contention? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Andre Leal discussed in this episode: 1:15: Would Dylan Larkin fit well with the Montreal Canadiens?  5:29: Reacting to speculation on Erik Karlsson’s potential fit with the Toronto Maple Leafs  9:52: Which teams have handed out too many no-move or no-trade clauses to their players?  14:55: Which unsigned coaches will be first in line to be considered for jobs this season? 19:11: Who should the Ottawa Senators name as their next captain? 22:09: Which off-season move will turn out to be the most impactful?  25:15: Which teams are one or two moves away from either being a Stanley Cup contender or a bottom-tier franchise? 29:03: How concerning is Frederik Andersen’s injury news for the Edmonton Oilers?  32:41: Connor Hellebuyck has made an official trade request from the Winnipeg Jets, where would he fit in best next?  35:25: What does this do to the outlook on the Winnipeg Jets’ season?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Frank Zawrazky, Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 1:10: How should the Anaheim Ducks handle Cutter Gauthier’s situation? 4:37: What is Drake Batherson's value for the Ottawa Senators and should they sign him to an eight-year extension? 8:32: Is Adam Fox becoming underrated among NHL defenseman? 12:15: After signing his entry-level contract, will Adam Novotny play for the Vancouver Canucks this season? 15:53: Which players will thrive with their new teams this season?  20:33: Rearranging the 2017 NHL Draft class  23:08: Which NHL player under 23 has the best chance of breaking out this season?  26:22: Reacting to the NHL’s Global Series announcement in Germany 31:09: How concerning is Elvis Merzlikins’ injury for the Columbus Blue Jackets this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices