Can Auston Matthews Return To Form With The Maple Leafs This Season?

Here's what former professional hockey player Madison Packer, Katie Gaus and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:50: How much of the Maple Leafs’ season relies on Auston Matthews getting back to his Rocket Richard Trophy-winning self?  3:01: What step does Matthews have to take to get back to his best? 6:11: How do the Detroit Red Wings keep Dylan Larkin’s situation from becoming a distraction?  7:47: Will Larkin’s trade request impact his standing in the Red Wings’ locker room? 11:57: Is Adam Fantilli worth the same amount as Cutter Gauthier?  14:50: Where do you see the Columbus Blue Jackets finishing in the standings?  15:55: Which PWHL rookie are you most excited to see this year?  19:49: Can the youth on the Boston Bruins take another step this season?   23:30: Reacting to Sportsnet’s NHL power rankings before the start of the season 29:20: Will anyone take a chance on Patrik Laine or Vladimir Tarasenko?  30:58: WIll Connor Bedard score over or under 40 goals this season? 33:34: Like or dislike: The San Jose Sharks signed coach Ryan Warsofsky to a multi-year contract extension 35:29: Which young player is due for a breakout this upcoming season?  37:35: What is your biggest hot take for the 2026-27 NHL season?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices