Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Stolarz & Middleton Sidelined

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa get Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show started by looking back on last night's NHL action alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. He shares an update on the Maple Leafs after goaltender Anthony Stolarz went down with an injury in the team's 3-2 victory over Anaheim, before breaking down how Max Pacioretty has reinvented his game this season. Later, Elliotte weighs in on Minnesota's options on the back end after Jacob Middleton's injury, the Canucks' ceiling after dismantling the reining Stanley Cup champions, and Vegas' overtime thriller with the Jets. The trio wrap up the week with a discussion about the Flames' long-term outlook after last night's 8-3 drubbing, along with the NHL's desire to have players with Italian heritage to represent their country on the international stage.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.