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- 2 days ago44 min
Does John Tortorella Deserve Another Chance In The NHL?
Here's what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 0:36: Will John Tortorella have another chance at coaching in the NHL? 2:12: Where could you see Tortorella fitting in if he returns? 4:32: Who should the Buffalo Sabres pursue on offense after missing out on Patrick Kane? 8:52: Do you think the Pittsburgh Penguins are held back from the rebuild they need by Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? 12:47: Would Kirill Marchenko truly benefit from a trade from Columbus? How would he benefit from staying and re-signing? 16:50: How much of a concern is the goaltending for the Florida Panthers next season? 21:00: The Hockey News is continuing to release its rankings for coaches among all 32 NHL teams. What are your thoughts on Mike Sullivan at No. 6? 24:40: What does Jared Bednar need to do to stay in the top 5? 29:15: Yes or no: Patrik Laine will be on an NHL team by the start of the 2026-27 season 32:10: Is Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill on the hot seat? 35:48: How many points will Connor Bedard score this season with Patrick Kane on the team? 37:30: After Jack and Quinn Hughes joined Morgan Wallen for his concert entrance in Michigan over the weekend, what's your favorite hockey/music crossover? 39:23: Will Morgan Rielly and/or Dakota Joshua be on the team when the season starts? 41:56: Should Leo Carlsson be the next captain for Anaheim? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Should Larkin Remain Red Wings Captain If He Stays For Next Season?
Here's what Michael Traikos, Michael Augello and Ex-NHLer Drew Shore discussed in this episode: 0:42: Is this contract too much too soon for Connor Bedard? 2:49: Has Chicago done enough to build around Bedard? 5:13: Thoughts on this deal for Jamie Drysdale? 6:46: What are your thoughts on the Philadelphia Flyers for next season? 10:16: Overall thoughts on Kirby Dach's deal, and is this a chance for him to prove himself? 13:36: What do you make of the Connor McMichael contract, and could he potentially have a career year in St. Louis? 15:13: What is the feeling surrounding the Blues right now? 16:52: Who will lead the Blues in scoring next season? 18:00: Where could you see as a good fit for Vladimir Tarasenko, and where is he at this point of his career? 20:15: What does a discount even look like for Macklin Celebrini? 23:10: Ranking the NHL coaches from 26 through 21, which coach do you think will fall or rise over next season? 26:17: Ranking the NHL coaches from 20 through 16, which coach do you think will fall or rise over next season? 29:13: Ranking the NHL coaches from 15 through 11, which coach do you think will fall or rise over next season? 35:00: Which teams do you think will be stuck in the middle next season? 36:11: YES or NO: Should Dylan Larkin remain the Red Wings captain if he stays with the team? 38:56: Which young player is due for a breakout this upcoming season? 40:00: Is Jared Bednar looking over his shoulder after Colorado hired Jussi Ahokas for AHL club? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago41 min
Will The Oilers' Three-Goalie System Solve Everything?
Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 0:44: Was this the right decision by the Anaheim Ducks to match the offer sheet on Leo Carlsson? 3:47: What do the Anaheim Ducks now do with Cutter Gauthier? 5:10: What price does Gauthier go for on his next contract? 6:44: What player should the Philadelphia Flyers be eyeing? 10:55: Do you think a three-goalie system will be the answer to the Edmonton Oilers' goaltending woes? 13:00: Do you buy what the Oilers are selling on their goaltending? 15:32: Should the Buffalo Sabres try to sweeten the pot and go for Connor Hellebuyck? 19:20: If the Sabres don't get Hellebuyck, what is the plan B? 20:05: The Sabres re-signed Peyton Krebs to a four-year, $18-million contract. Thoughts? 21:47: Where do you see Patrick Kane fitting in? 24:26: What do you do with Patrik Laine at this point in his career? 26:58: Which players likely won't be able to get a deal done before their arbitration dates? 30:08: Which team is the most underrated heading into the 2026-27 NHL season? 31:53: Do you agree with the Carolina Hurricanes owner's decision to put his family members on the Stanley Cup? 34:50: Viggo Bjorck announced his departure from Djurgarden and will play in the Jets organization next season. If he plays in the AHL, are Swedish fans right to be mad about losing him? 37:40: The New York Islanders are giving fans the chance to design the team's third jersey. How would you design their third jersey? 39:26: Better summer water spot: lake or ocean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago40 min
What Is Jason Robertson's End Goal?
Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubynk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:28: What do the Anaheim Ducks do with Leo Carlsson? Do they match the offer sheet? 4:57: How much does contract talk get into the dressing room? 7:40: What do the Ducks do with signing Cutter Gauthier when they only have limited cap space left? 12:30: Is Arturs Silovs a goaltender for the Pittsburgh Penguins to rely on? 15:25: Fifteen players have filed for arbitration, including Jason Robertson. What is his end goal? 19:17: Kirby Dach, also on the list, had a $4-million qualifying offer and still filed for arbitration. Is he worth that much? 21:02: Is this a dicey move by Dach considering his injury troubles? 23:28: What is going on in Vancouver? Is center Elias Pettersson going to be traded? 25:07: Where do you see Pettersson contributing to the Canucks? 28:10: Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported there being some discontent with Brady Tkachuk's podcast later in the season. Thoughts? 31:48: Which team is missing the most pieces? 33:41: Who is the next player to get an offer sheet? 34:49: Alex Ovechkin is 71 goals away from 1,000 in the regular season. Should he go for it and play two more seasons? 37:50: Who will be the worst team in the NHL in 2026-27? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago36 min
Who Will Make Up The Canadiens' Goalie Tandem Next Season?
Here's what Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:00: How important is it for the Montreal Canadiens to have so many core players locked down? 5:37: After re-signing Jakub Dobes, what will happen to Samuel Montembeault and Jacob Fowler? 8:15: Thoughts on the Minnesota Wild picking up Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta? 10:10: How does Jake Middleton fit into the Calgary Flames' lineup? 11:03: Where do the Columbus Blue Jackets fit into the playoff picture with Zach Werenski staying? 15:25: What is the feeling surrounding the Detroit Red Wings? 18:24: If Dylan Larkin stays in Detroit, will he remain their captain? 19:30: Do you think Dyaln Larkin is justified in wanting to leave the Red Wings? 22:35: How would you evaluate the New York Rangers' retool right now? 27:44: Name one other team you think needs a Rangers-style retool. 29:02: Rate the start of Vancouver's rebuild from one to five 30:43: Will we ever see 7-foot-1 San Jose Sharks prospect Alexander Karmanov in the NHL? 33:04: Who is the best UFA still available? 34:22: Predict Alex Ovechkin's goal total this upcoming season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 4 weeks ago38 min
Reacting To NHL Free Agency So Far
Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 1:00 What did you make of John Chayka's moves on July 1 so far? 6:04: Do you think the Leafs' additions give them flexibility in their lineup? 10:26: Will the San Jose Sharks make the playoffs next season? 12:11: How would you grade Mike Grier's job on July 1 for San Jose? 13:30: Are the Florida Panthers the team to beat in the Eastern Conference? 15:24: Is it Cup or bust for the Florida Panthers? 17:20: How does the goaltending in the Atlantic Division change who goes far in the playoffs? 18:45: Do you think Stuart Skinner will be the backup goalie in Winnipeg or the starter if Connor Hellebuyck is traded? 20:10: What team makes the most sense for Hellebuyck? 21:59: Thoughts on Edmonton picking up goalie Devon Levi? 24:10: Are we disappointed in the Oilers' free agency so far? 25:40: What is happening with the rumors surrounding Zach Werenski? 28:48: Who are your biggest winners from today so far? 31:40: Who were your biggest losers from the day so far? 33:28: Which team was quiet today but we should keep an eye on? 34:30: Yay OR Nay: Ivan Demidov has signed an eight-year extension with Montreal at $9.125 million annually 35:26: Who is the best player still available? 36:10: Yes or No: Are we surprised that Alex Ovechkin didn't re-sign at noon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 29, 202640 min
How Pavel Dorofeyev Fits In The New York Rangers' Lineup
Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubynk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:00: What are the San Jose Sharks still missing at this point? 3:10: Does it take time to become a true threat in the NHL? 5:11: What were some of the habits Devan had to change going from the minors to the pros? 8:52: Reacting to the New York Rangers acquiring Pavel Dorofeyev 10:50 How will Dorofeyev's play be affected by playing for the Rangers? 13:15: What does the addition of Mason McTavish and Brandon Carlo do for the St. Louis Blues? 15:10 What is the feeling surrounding the direction the Blues are headed? 16:35: How are you feeling about the Ottawa Senators right now? 18:55: What effect does losing a captain have on the dressing room? 21:13: The Buffalo Sabres continued a youth-focused approach under GM Jarmo Kekalainen by drafting Daxon Rudolph instead of trading the fourth overall pick and adding Olen Zellweger. Is this a smart approach? 25:55: Do you think the Sabres need a goaltending upgrade? 29:31: Which team made the best trade over the past week? 31:52: Which team has been quiet during the off-season so far and needs to improve? 33:50: Which RFA is most likely to sign an extension on July 1? 35:16: Which free agent do you think will be the best bargain? 36:37: Like or dislike: The Canadiens traded Brendan Gallagher to the Vancouver Canucks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 26, 202642 min
2026 NHL Draft Day Special
Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:00: Breaking down the top five prospects ahead of the 2026 NHL draft 2:27: Is Gavin McKenna ready for the NHL spotlight? 4:45: How will the San Jose Sharks handle the second overall pick? 6:39: What is Chase Reid's ceiling as a prospect? 8:15: Who will the Buffalo Sabres target with the fourth overall pick? 9:38: How much undecidedness is there among the top five prospects? 13:58: Which prospect will be the biggest riser and faller of the draft? 19:45: Bold trade predictions for the NHL draft 21:38: What are the Toronto Maple Leafs looking to get in return for Morgan Rielly? 25:20: Reacting to the Columbus Blue Jackets' acquisition of Valeri Nichushkin 28:53: Is Alex Ovechkin more likely to return to the Washington Capitals after their recent trades? 32:10: Could Jason Robertson end up earning more than $15-million per season? 35:50: Who are the top remaining free agents to target this summer? 38:15: Reflecting on funny moments when star players leave a city 39:50: Will there be a goaltender drafted in the first round? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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