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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2026 · 1H 39M

Oilers Playoff Outlook, Kopitar's Legacy & Ovechkin's Future

from The FAN Hockey Show · host Rogers Sports & Media

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show with a closer look at the Oilers with four games left to play with Sportsnet's Gene Principe (05:45)! They touch on Connor McDavid's play this season his quest for the Stanley Cup, Leon Draisaitl's status ahead of the playoffs, and if Edmonton can hang on to top spot in the Pacific Division. After the break (30:40), the boys share their biggest takeaways from last night's busy NHL schedule. Alec Martinez (49:56), three-time Stanley Cup champion, joins the boys to discuss Anze Kopitar's legendary career, the Kings' ceremony to honour their captain, the Golden Knights' final push, and Jonathan Quick's longevity and impact between the pipes. Later, Capitals play-by-play voice Joe Beninati (01:24:32) stops by to chat about Alex Ovechkin's future amidst his age-40 season, Jakob Chychrun's impactful year, and Washington's outlook as they currently sit outside the playoff picture. 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.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show with a closer look at the Oilers with four games left to play with Sportsnet's Gene Principe (05:45)! They touch on Connor McDavid's play this season his quest for the Stanley Cup, Leon Draisaitl's status ahead of the playoffs, and if Edmonton can hang on to top spot in the Pacific Division. After the break (30:40), the boys share their biggest takeaways from last night's busy NHL schedule. Alec Martinez (49:56), three-time Stanley Cup champion, joins the boys to discuss Anze Kopitar's legendary career, the Kings' ceremony to honour their captain, the Golden Knights' final push, and Jonathan Quick's longevity and impact between the pipes. Later, Capitals play-by-play voice Joe Beninati (01:24:32) stops by to chat about Alex Ovechkin's future amidst his age-40 season, Jakob Chychrun's impactful year, and Washington's outlook as they currently sit outside the playoff picture. 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.

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