The Big Show

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

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

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

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

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

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

Here's what former NHL player Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:30: Overall thoughts on the Bowen Byram trade? 9:00: What are the St. Louis Blues going to do with their four first-round picks after trading Jordan Kyrou to the Washington Capitals? 14:00: Thoughts on the Ottawa Senators acquiring William Eklund? 19:00: Where do you think is the best fit for Zach Werenski? 24:00: How long until there is an incident with Mike Babcock as Edmonton Oilers coach? 25:40: Do you expect any kind of change in Connor McDavid's game under Babcock? 29:50: Thoughts on the Florida Panthers being linked to Connor Hellebuyck? 33:30: What's your hottest NHL draft take? 35:30: Over or Under: 1.5 U.S. Olympians to get traded? 38:15: Who will emerge from the rebuild first: the Chicago Blackhawks or San Jose Sharks? 39:30: Where's a better fit for NHL expansion between Austin and Houston? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 1:20: Thoughts on Brady Tkachuk heading to the Florida Panthers? 2:48: What do you do if you're an Ottawa Senators fan seeing your captain leave? 5:30: Are the Ottawa Senators going to find a Tkachuk replacement in the draft? 9:17: Who should be the next captain of the Senators? 10:11: Thoughts on the Oilers re-signing Jason Dickinson and Connor Murphy? 12:35: Is the Bobby McMann signing a part of something bigger for the Seattle Kraken? 13:43: What else does Seattle need to do this summer? 17:33: Where does Artur Akhtyamov land on the Leafs' goalie depth chart? 22:30: Should the San Jose Sharks take a winger or a defenseman at pick No. 2? 25:50: Are more teams talking about deals ahead of this year's draft?  27:02: On a scale of 1 to 10: How likely is it that Sergei Bobrovsky is Florida's starting goaltender next season?  29:21: Should fans expect to see more U.S.-born players asking out of Canadian markets over the next few years? 33:10: Andre Tourigny signs a multi-year extension in Utah. Do we like it? 34:56: Opening Night: Which team is Jason Robertson playing for? 36:20 Better new name in the ECHL: Trenton Ironhawks or New Mexico Goatheads? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:30: What made Darren Raddysh an important trade target for the Toronto Maple Leafs? 6:30: Ryan Kennedy's final draft rankings are released. Keaton Verhoeff was ranked first earlier in the season but not anymore. What changed? 10:30: How much does a team affect who is drafted when?  12:54: Which players from this year's draft could play in the NHL right now? 15:00: What are your thoughts on Mike Babcock being cleared to coach? 16:31: The Edmonton Oilers will have had six coaches since 2015 once they name the new one. Is that too much change for a team? 20:07: What are some possible destinations for Anaheim's Mason McTavish? 23:15: Should the Ducks target a defenseman? 24:34: Bowen Byram has resurfaced in trade rumors. Should the Sabres trade him? 29:25: What will you remember most from Jonathan Toews' career? 34:00: The Boston Bruins will retire Patrice Bergeron's jersey number this upcoming season. What was your favorite memory of Bergeron? 36:00: Is this year's UFA class the worst ever? 37:14: What will Bruce Cassidy do this summer? 39:40:  Who do you think makes the Hall of Fame this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:00: Thoughts on the Toronto Maple Leafs' hire of Jim Hiller? 6:00: Did the Maple Leafs go with a more affordable option as coach? 9:15: Thoughts on the Maple Leafs trading Joseph Woll, and what does it say about GM John Chayka's plan? 14:00: Where is the best fit for pending UFA John Carlson? 18:15: Thoughts on the Ross Colton trade between the Colorado Avalanche and Nashville Predators? 22:00: The future of the Vegas Golden Knights' coaching staff after parting with John Tortorella 27:30: CBC will no longer carry NHL games. Was this the right decision by Sportsnet and CBC? 34:00: Favorite championship parade moment 35:50: If the Leafs make the playoffs, who will be their No. 1 goalie? 38:20: Biggest name that gets traded this off-season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 1:06: How would you rank this Stanley Cup final?  5:10: What Devan thought of Brandon Bussi and Frederik Andersen's play in the playoffs and the switch in the final 9:30: What does this Stanley Cup mean for Taylor Hall? Could he be a Hockey Hall of Famer? 12:22: Do you think Jordan Staal deserved to win the Conn Smythe Trophy? Did anyone else fit more?  16:30: What did you make of Mitch Marner's Cup final, from fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup final history to no points in Game 6?  18:30: Was William Karlsson the glue for Vegas' Marner line?  20:18: Will John Tortorella return as the coach for Vegas after coming in at the end of the regular season?  22:58: What are the thoughts on the NHL first and second all-star teams? Were there any snubs? 26:12: Is there a strong market for Jacob Markstrom? What can New Jersey expect as a trade return? 28:52: Could the Edmonton Oilers be the best fit for Markstrom?  31:12: The Flyers are expected to sign goaltender Dan Vladar to a five- to six-year contract extension worth around $5 million annually. Like or dislike? 35:20: If you could change anything you wanted about the NHL today, what would it be?  38:20: Top trade candidates for the summer? 40:35: Who do you think will win the Stanley Cup next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:45: Ryan, which game has had the best atmosphere so far in the Stanley Cup final?  2:00: Was the Jordan Staal storyline something you thought would happen heading into the series? 3:59: Is the Carolina Hurricanes' style finally wearing down the Golden Knights?  5:18: What has been going wrong for Vegas at this stage of the game?  7:13: Why is it a crazy question to ask about the Vegas Golden Knights' goaltending situation? 9:23: How does the absence of William Karlsson affect the Vegas lineup?  11:30: Has Brayden McNabb looked the same since rejoining the lineup?  12:30: What is the key for Carolina to close out the series? What guys need to show up?  14:40: Ranking the four Staal brothers, from top to bottom 16:30: Where do we see this evolving to when it comes to where Elias Pettersson fits? 21:16: Do we agree with the plan of action from Joe Sakic when it comes to the Colorado Avalanche bringing back their entire coaching staff and re-signing all UFA's?  24:20: What are our thoughts about the Toronto Marlies heading for the Calder Cup final? BetMGM Playbook 28:05: Is Mitch Marner the clear winner if Vegas wins the cup?  29:37: Is Marner still the winner if the Canes win the Cup or is it Jordan Staal? 31:35: Are there any other players on the radar for the Conn Smythe?   Rapid Fire  36:05: Who are the unsung heroes of the game? What is your favorite moment where an equipment manager or staff member did something memorable? 39:02: Nikita Kucherov won his second Hart Trophy. The results were one of the closest ballots ever. Kucherov finished just 10 points ahead of runner-up Connor McDavid. Thoughts? 40:59: Who is the very, very early front-runner for the 2026-27 Calder Trophy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:10: Thoughts on starting Brandon Bussi and making Frederik Andersen a healthy scratch? 3:05: Has Jordan Staal been the best Carolina Hurricane so far? 4:30: What do you make of Jack Eichel's struggles? 6:30: Who do you think is the Stanley Cup favorite after the first four games? 9:20: Thoughts on the Oilers decision to pursue Mike Babcock? 14:45: Favorite memory of Gabriel Landeskog? 18:20: Should Dylan Larkin expand his list of teams he'd want to be traded too and what's the best fit of the three? 22:00: How shocked are you that Larkin wants out of Detroit? 25:20: Is the Blues' price too high for Robert Thomas? 29:00: Biggest surprise through the first four games of the final? 31:10: Do you think we will see Adin Hill at some point in this series? 35:00: Will Cale Makar become the highest-paid NHL player on his next contract? 36:00: Best and worst food Ryan has eaten during the cup final? 37:30: In honor of sewerball, who is winning the World Cup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 1:02: Is Mitch Marner the Conn Smythe winner even if the Vegas Golden Knights lose? 4:20: Is there concern for Vegas about how fast the Carolina Hurricanes came back to tie Game 3? 6:20: Could Brandon Bussi start Game 4, or do you have to go back to Frederik Andersen? 9:02: Which team has the edge going into Game 4? 10:40: Do the NHL scouting combine results solidify Gavin McKenna as the No. 1 pick? 12:14: Michael Augello shares what he noticed in person at the combine.  14:55: Should there be an on-ice component at the combine? 18:10: Could Joe Pavelski become the next Martin St-Louis if he becomes an NHL coach? 19:54: What are the chances we see Pavelski behind the bench in the NHL? 21:04: Who is your ideal candidate for the Toronto Maple Leafs coaching job?  22:04: Thoughts on Tampa Bay Lightning netminder Andrei Vasilevskiy winning his second career Vezina Trophy?  24:40: Did Connor McDavid deserve the Ted Lindsay Award?  26:29: Yay or Nay: Should the University of Nevada, Las Vegas' men's hockey program be in Div. I?  29:33: If you were drafting a team with players only in the Cup final, how many Vegas players would go before someone on Carolina does? 31:19: Rate this Stanley Cup final so far from 1 to 10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:54: What's been the atmosphere in Carolina's Lenovo Center? 3:35: What did you think the Vegas Golden Knights did well in Game 2? 5:05: What do you think of John Tortorella's unsuccessful coach's challenge that led to a power-play goal against? 8:26: Brett Howden is locked up through 2030 for only $2.5 million, and he leads the NHL in goals this post-season. How impressive has he been? 11:29: What are some keys for the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3? What have they learned? 13:52: What should Vegas be thinking ahead of Game 3? 16:30: Where can we see Dylan Larkin landing after he reportedly requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings?  19:47: Why did Alexander Ovechkin not crack The Hockey News' top 100 NHL players list?  BetMGM Playbook 22:29: Gary Pearson shares his thoughts on the first two games of the Stanley Cup final.  24:55: Who will score the most points in the final? 27:39: Who will score the most goals in the final? 29:37: Dark horse pick for either points or goals?  Rapid Fire  31:50: How would Matthew Knies have looked with the Montreal Canadiens? 33:04: Is Darnell Nurse's time done with the Edmonton Oilers?  34:04: Will Anders Lee be back as the New York Islanders' captain next year?  35:45: Who should crank the siren for Vegas in Game 3?  36:57: Has your opinion changed on how many games it will take for either team to win the Cup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:50: What are the thoughts from Ryan, who was in attendance for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup final? 3:30: Thoughts on Brett Howden and the steal of a contract the Vegas Golden Knights have with him? 5:30: What is playing in Vegas getting all these come-from-behind wins? 8:00: How concerned are you about Frederik Andersen after his five goals allowed in Game 1? 10:50: Any predictions for Game 2? 13:00: Who is a better fit as the Toronto Maple Leafs' coach: Patrick Roy or Peter Laviolette? 15:30: Are you surprised the Leafs are not looking at younger options for the next coach? 17:40: Thoughts on the All-Star Game going to an international format? 20:30: Thoughts on having the skills competition for players 25-and-under? 23:20: Thoughts on the NCAA potentially changing its eligibility rules? 28:10: Who is your Game 1 MVP? 30:00: Biggest thing you're focusing on throughout the rest of the series? 32:10: Who would you rather have on your team: Leon Draisaitl or Kirill Kaprizov 33:10: Any predictions for the pregame siren for Game 2? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis discussed in this episode: 0:25: Is the Golden Knights' success the reason for the Las Vegas sports boom? 5:30: Where does this playoff run rank in terms of John Tortorella's accomplishments 9:50: What would a Stanley Cup as a coach do for Rod Brind'Amour's legacy? 13:40: Which Hurricanes player has the most pressure on them? 17:30: Do the Montreal Canadiens need to make a change to get over the top? 24:00: Who's a player you wish you saw more of on the Habs? 28:20: Is Finland cemented as the third-best hockey country? 31:50: Should Switzerland be viewed as one of the hockey powerhouses? 35:00: Is Norway a country to watch at future hockey events? 37:00: Which team has the goaltending advantage in the Stanley Cup final? 38:30: Which player's legacy would be affected most if they were to win a Stanley Cup this year? 40:20: Who will be Canada's World Championship captain in 2027? 41:30: Is the OHL the best major junior league in Canada? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:06: What are our expectations from the Carolina Hurricanes going into Game 5? 3:40: Why is the Hurricanes' style of play working in the Eastern Conference final this year? 6:48: Thoughts on Kelly McCrimmon saying he thinks the Edmonton Oilers leaked the news about Vegas not granting Bruce Cassidy permission to interview elsewhere? 8:22: What does Vegas have to gain by not letting Cassidy interview with someone else at this point? 10:33: Who is the most interesting NHL player you heard could be traded this off-season? 15:05: Who are some defensemen the Toronto Maple Leafs could be looking at as possible targets? 17:10: What are some moments or memories that stick out from Claude Lemieux's NHL career? BetMGM Playbook 20:24: Who is leading the odds to win the Conn Smythe Trophy? 24:10: Your dark horse pick for the Conn Smythe? 27:30: Who is your pick to win the Conn Smythe Trophy? Rapid Fire 30:06: Who do you have going all the way in the IIHF Men's World Championship? 32:05: Should the NHL do more of what the IIHF is doing with the referee cameras? 34:54: Yay or nay: the Columbus Blue Jackets should re-sign captain Boone Jenner 36:29: Who would you rather have on your team: Wyatt Johnston or Dylan Larkin? 37:40: Who would you rather have: Jeremy Swayman or Igor Shesterkin? 39:27: Will next season be a 'last dance' for the Pittsburgh Penguins with Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:15: Reaction to the Vegas Golden Knights' shocking sweep over the Colorado Avalanche. Where does this rank in terms of all-time shocking series? 5:00: Does John Tortorella deserve a contract extension with Vegas in the off-season? 8:20: What must the Montreal Canadiens do to develop more scoring chances? 13:35: Is the Bell Centre atmosphere actually working against the Canadiens? 16:40: What do you think the fit would be between the Los Angeles Kings and Peter Laviolette? 18:00: Of all the other open coaching spots, where would be the best fit for Laviolette? 21:45: Should the Pittsburgh Penguins have moved on from Evgeni Malkin? 26:00: What's the excitement level for the Canada and USA quarterfinal at the World Championship? 29:50: What is your all-time favorite Stanley Cup final matchup? 32:10: Do you think the Kitchener Rangers will win the Memorial Cup? 35:30: Thoughts on Jordan Tourigny's stomp at the Memorial Cup that led to a suspension for the rest of the tournament? 37:40: Do the Avalanche need to change their coach or GM? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 0:35: How did the Vegas Golden Knights execute a comeback win to take a 3-0 series lead?  1:59: What do you like about the Golden Knights right now?  3:36: Do you have confidence that the Colorado Avalanche will battle back or at least make this a series?  7:23: What are you seeing from Colorado? Are they too deflated?  11:20: Expectations for Game 3 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens  14:48: Do the Hurricanes' best players need to do more?  17:45: What would it take for the San Jose Sharks or Chicago Blackhawks to trade their first-round pick? 21:57: Is this year's draft similar to the 2016 draft with the debate between Auston Matthews and Patrik Laine? 26:03: The Toronto Marlies are moving on to the AHL's Eastern Conference final. What have been the keys to getting them there? 30:07: Should the Los Angeles Kings extend Scott Laughton or let him go to free agency? 31:40: Which Round 2 losing team has the most concerning 2026-27 outlook? 34:16: The Tampa Bay Lightning re-signed forward Scott Sabourin on a one-year, two-way contract. Will the Lightning lead the league in penalty minutes again next season? 36:32: Yay or nay: Mark Scheifele deserves to be on Canada's World Cup of Hockey team 38:08: From this weekend, name a player who was hot or cold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss a bunch of big storylines during the NHL playoffs. Here's what Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:45: Takeaways from Game 1 between the Montreal Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes?  2:24: What were the keys to Montreal's game?  4:25: What were your thoughts on the goaltending battle?  7:12: How important was it for Juraj Slafkovsky and Cole Caufield to find their strides?  9:50: What has to be different for the Hurricanes in Game 2? 12:36: What are your expectations for Game 2 between the Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights?  16:30: Should the Pittsburgh Penguins go through an aggressive rebuild with Sidney Crosby still on the team?  19:50: Is there pressure on the San Jose Sharks to make it into the playoffs next season?  BetMGM Playbook  24:24: Who in the Eastern Conference final will finish with the most points?  27:18: Who in the Eastern Conference Final will have the most goals?  29:06: Who in the Western Conference final will finish with the most points?  32:48: Who in the Western Conference Final will have the most goals?  Rapid Fire  35:14: San Jose mayor Matt Mahan is suggesting the new PWHL team be called the Hammerheads. Yay or Nay? 37:00: Who are the top three expansion teams of the past 30 years?  39:12: Who has stood out so far from the IIHF Men’s World Championship? 40:55: Like or Dislike: The new name of the New York Islanders’ AHL affiliate, the Hamilton Hammers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:05: What is the impact of Cale Makar being ruled out of Game 1? 3:20: How does Makar's absence in Game 1 affect the narrative of Colorado being a big favorite? 4:50: What does Vegas have to do to be competitive in this series? 6:15: Who is the most important player in the Western Conference final? 10:00: Are you buying into the rest-versus-rust theory in the Eastern Conference final? 14:00: Which players are the biggest X-factors in the Eastern Conference final? 18:40: Who will the Vancouver Canucks look to hire after firing Adam Foote, and what's his future in the league look like? Coach Matchmaking 23:35: Where is the best fit for Craig Berube? 25:20: Best landing spot for Kris Knoblauch 27:20: Will Bruce Cassidy coach for a team next season? 28:20: Will David Carle make the leap to the NHL? Who Is Better Right Now? Featuring THN's Top 100 Players List 30:30: Lane Hutson (No. 26) or Martin Necas (No. 31) 31:30: Mitch Marner (No. 39) or Sebastian Aho (No. 40) 32:45: Pavel Dorofeyev (No. 91) or Juraj Slafkovsky (No. 94) Rapid Fire 35:30: Memorial Cup prediction and players to watch? 37:20: Which player in the conference finals has the most pressure on them? 38:25: Yay or nay: Rod Brind'Amour is coaching for his job this series 40:00: Should coaches be allowed to skip media after games? 42:30: Which of the four cities in the conference finals has the best food? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:59: Is the Montreal Canadiens' top line heating up at just the right time?  1:50: Thoughts on how Ivan Demidov has performed so far?  3:19: What does Buffalo have to do to avoid being eliminated, especially at the Bell  Centre? 6:41: Who do you expect to start for Buffalo in net for Game 6?  9:00: Who were the difference-makers for the Vegas Golden Knights in this series against the Anaheim Ducks? 11:50: The Golden Knights will take on the No. 1-seeded Colorado Avalanche in the West final. Expectations for how this series will go? 15:01: Do you think Vegas has proven enough based on the previous teams they faced?  17:01: What's next for the Anaheim Ducks? 19:30: Would Jordan Kyrou be a good fit for the Ottawa Senators? Would it be worth him waiving his no-trade clause? Should the Senators trade their 2027 or 2028 first-round picks this off-season? 23:03: Should the Jets even consider the possibility of trading Connor Hellebuyck? If so, what is he worth in the trade market? BetMGM Playbook  27:24: What are the odds saying about the Stanley Cup final matchup? 30:54: Dark-horse pick for which two teams meet up in the Stanley Cup final? 32:25: What will it take for any of these teams to beat the Avalanche or Carolina Hurricanes? Rapid Fire  35:38: Was it the right decision for Macklin Celebrini to remain Canada's captain for the men's World Championship? 37:24: Who has been more valuable to their team in these playoffs: Mitch Marner or Frederik Andersen? 39:09: Will Elias Pettersson get over or under 80 points next season? 40:45: What's the weirdest coach firing you've seen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:00: Is there a team with an edge going into the rest of the Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens series? 2:20: Thoughts on the Sabres getting a goal allowed and then disallowed after two reviews in Tuesday's game? 3:30: What is the explanation for Cole Caufield's lack of 5-on-5 production? 5:00: Are these two teams just competing for who gets to lose to the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference final? 6:40: Where does Pavel Dorofeyev rank among the top goal-scorers? 8:10: Thoughts on Brayden McNabb's hit and ejection? 10:00: What are the Anaheim Ducks' chances to come back in this series? 11:40: What are the chances the Colorado Avalanche close out the Minnesota Wild in Game 5? 12:50: Are Colorado and Carolina on a crash course toward each other? 16:50: How important is Carter Hart to the Vegas Golden Knights going deep in the playoffs? 19:30: Who are the Toronto Maple Leafs going to go after now that Berube is fired? 23:30: Where do you think Craig Berube ends up? 26:20: Thoughts on Vegas potentially blocking Bruce Cassidy from interviewing with the Oilers? 28:15: Is Kris Knoblauch on the chopping block? 30:10: Where does Tage Thompson's goal rank in your memory of weird playoff goals? 32:10: Thoughts on the Kitchener Rangers' OHL championship win? 37:00: Thoughts on the suspension given to Charlie McAvoy? 39:00: How surprised are you that Crosby is going to the World Championship? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:15: How have the Montreal Canadiens' defense and goaltending given them an edge in this series? 4:00: Have the Canadiens' big guns started to get going? 5:52: Who needs to step up for the Buffalo Sabres in Game 4?  7:55: Who should start in the net for the Sabres? 10:55: Will we ever see a goalie tandem rotate starts in the playoffs? 12:30: Does the Anaheim Ducks' power play change the series? 15:00: Can we officially say Mitch Marner is a playoff performer? How different has he looked in Vegas? 20:14: Where did the Minnesota Wild go right in their Game 3 win? What did they change? 21:52: Has Jesper Wallstedt proven he can be The Guy for Minnesota in this series? 24:14: Are you confident in Scott Wedgewood? Will the Colorado Avalanche go to Mackenzie Blackwood? 26:37: What do you think of the Carolina Hurricanes' attack so far? 28:43: As a goaltender, what's the optimal amount of time for rest? 31:30: What do the Philadelphia Flyers need to do to take the next step next season? 33:14: On a scale of 1-to-Ridly Greig, how bad was Josh Norris' sucker punch in Game 3? 35:00: Do you think these playoffs have shown a change in how to win? 37:25: Macklin Celebrini named captain of Team Canada at Worlds: Do we like it? 39:08: From this weekend, name a player who was hot or cold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:07: Does this year feel different for the Carolina Hurricanes? Will they finally be able to get past the Eastern Conference final? 2:30: Will the Hurricanes actually face a test in the conference finals? 5:19: Are the Philadelphia Flyers just happy to be here, getting experience? 9:00: What are your expectations for Game 2? Are you confident Montreal can bounce back? 11:41: How has this series against the Anaheim Ducks and Vegas Golden Knights matched up in terms of coaching? 14:39: Is there something specific that Vegas is doing to shut down the Ducks' power play? 17:11 What could extra rest do for the Minnesota Wild? 20:15: Will Mackenzie Blackwood play at some point in the playoffs? BetMGM Playbook 23:17: If a goalie had a chance to win the Conn Smythe, which goalie do you like in the East? 28:32: Who is a dark horse pick from the goalies? 30:04: Will Jesper Wallstedt take back the net for the Minnesota Wild? Rapid Fire 32:18: Who deserves the Hart Trophy? 34:58: Do the Toronto Maple Leafs try to go get a second top-five pick? 36:55: Which prospect could be drafted higher than their expected range? 39:02: What is the motivation behind the CHL allowing 16-year-old imports? 40:14: Which player in these playoffs has seen their stock rise the most in the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:20: Initial reaction to the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the draft lottery? 4:00: Will Auston Matthews have an impact on who Toronto selects? 7:50: How dangerous will the San Jose Sharks be with the pick they got? 9:50: Can the Colorado Avalanche enter all-time best playoff run talks? 14:50: Thoughts on the performance of Nathan MacKinnon so far? 16:10: Is this season a sign of things to come in terms of new blood in the playoffs? 19:20: Should Canadian hockey fans jump on the Montreal bandwagon? 22:05: Thoughts on the PWHL expanding to Detroit? 25:10: Biggest winner and loser from the draft lottery? 28:20: Who should win the Selke Trophy? 30:10: Yay or nay: Mats Sundin should face the media more often than John Chayka? 32:30: What should the Vancouver Canucks look forward to after the lottery? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL-goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:12: What did you see in game one of Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild?  4:00: The Wild played without top centre Joel Eriksson Ek and key defenceman Jonas Brodin, both injured. How will this affect the wild as the series continues?  6:30: Logan Stankoven brings his post-season goal tally to six through just five games. Do you see him slowing down anytime soon? 8:15: What can the Flyers do to avoid letting this series get out of control?  10:23: What do the Anaheim ducks need to do to win the series?  13:08: What do you see in this Vegas Golden Knights team, how will they handle the Ducks? 15:26: What did you see from Montreal’s rookie goaltender Jakub Dobes? 18:34: What do you see in Buffalo goalie Alex Lyon, is this an even goalie match up?  19:45: What is the x factor for this series between Montreal and Buffalo? 22:22: Is the window closing for the Tampa Bay Lightning?  25:14: Are overreacting to the Tampa Bay fourth first round exit?  28:51: Like or Dislike: Toronto Maple Leafs Hiring Mats Sundin and John Chayka? 30:58: Can the Toronto Maple Leafs use their goaltending to bolster potential trade?  33:30: What should Charlie McAvoy receive as punishment for slashing Buffalo forward Zach Benson?  35:35: Who deserves to win the draft lottery tomorrow?  38:47: From this weekend, name a player who was hot or cold? 40:07: Yay or Nay: Philly and Wawa have teamed up for a "Gritty Smoothie" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:41: Did the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild series live up to expectations? 2:05: How different would this series have looked for Minnesota without Quinn Hughes? 3:39: What are the expectations for the second-round matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the Wild? 6:40: What went wrong for the Stars in this series? 8:47: Is the Edmonton Oilers' championship window closing? 14:06: What are some things that excite and concern you about the Anaheim Ducks? 17:20: Previewing Game 6 between the Vegas Golden Knights and Utah Mammoth 18:29: Previewing Game 6 between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning 19:51: Can Josh Norris make a difference for the Buffalo Sabres in Game 6? 22:25: What is an X-factor for the Philadelphia Flyers to make their series interesting against the Carolina Hurricanes? BetMGM Playbook 26:26: What are the updated Western candidates' odds for the Conn Smythe Trophy? 29:30: Who are some candidates from the East for the Conn Smythe Trophy? 33:04: Who is your super dark horse pick for the Conn Smythe? Rapid Fire 34:29: Like or Dislike: Misha Donskov as Canada's next Men's World Championship and world juniors coach 36:09: Yes or No: Kris Knoblauch stays with the Oilers? 37:10: Who do you think could win the Jack Adams Award? 38:47: Which player has impressed you the most so far in the first round of playoffs? 40:16: Which player has underperformed in the playoffs so far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:10: Can the Boston Bruins' overtime goal lead to a series comeback? 3:30: What do you think of Jeremy Swayman's bounce-back game? 7:10: How has Matt Boldy changed his view of him since the Olympics? 9:30: How underrated has Matt Boldy been his whole career? 10:45: What do the Dallas Stars need to do to generate offense? 13:00: Was Connor McDavid being listed as a game-time decision a mind game by the Oilers? 15:55: What did you think of Lukas Dostal's quick hook in Game 5? 18:00: Thoughts on Ridly Greig's sucker punch, and what will be the supplementary discipline? 20:00: Could Greig become marked around the league for this move? 23:30: How are the Philadelphia Flyers handling Matvei Michkov? 29:50: Who is the best goalie still in the playoffs? 31:00: Which teams still trailing are the most likely to come back? 33:10: Where will Bruce Cassidy coach next? 34:50: Reaction to the Vezina finalists? 37:40: Reaction to Latvia defeating Team USA in the U-18 World Championship? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Andrew McInnis discussed: 0:59: Did the officials in the Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks game make the right decision to call the overtime goal a goal on the ice? 6:25: Should that puck have gotten through Oilers goalie Tristan Jarry to begin with?  8:00: Can the Edmonton Oilers battle back and win this series?  10:22: How would you assess the goaltending so far for the Edmonton Oilers?  15:37: Between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning, which team has the edge heading into Game 5? 20:35: What impact would it make for Montreal to have Noah Dobson back, possibly in Games 5 or 6? 22:20: What led to the Buffalo Sabres' strong start to Game 4?  23:45: What do the Boston Bruins need to do to keep their playoff hopes alive?  25:00 Thoughts on Jermany Swayman's reaction to being pulled?  26:34: Are the Stars' struggles at even strength a concern moving forward?  29:50: What went wrong for the Ottawa Senators? 33:36: Logan Stankoven, Jackson Blake and Taylor Hall were difference-makers for the Carolina Hurricanes. What was your impression of the team? 35:33: What has to change for the Kings in the coming years?  36:58: Have we seen any weak points with the Colorado Avalanche yet? 38:58: Has D.J. Smith shown enough to be the permanent Kings coach? 40:28: Should the San Jose Sharks name Macklin Celebrini captain? 41:20: Who was hot or cold this past week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Gary Pearson discussed: 1:09: The Buffalo Sabres got the win in Game 3, but is the power play a concern for them moving forward?  4:10: What has been your breakdown of the Boston Bruins through the first three games? 6:57: What's the feeling for the Ottawa Senators after Game 3, and where do they stand?  11:27: What do the Los Angeles Kings have to do to avoid being swept?  15:09: What's the expectation for Game 3 of Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Montreal Canadiens? 18:44: How will the series between the Edmonton Oilers and Anaheim Ducks progress? 22:28: What is going on with the Pittsburgh Penguins' inability to generate meaningful offense? BetMGM Playbook  27:04: Tell us about how the odds are so far for the Conn Smythe Trophy? 28:30: Who's one player not from the odds above that could be a dark horse pick? 31:15: From the odds listed, which player do you think will win it?  Rapid Fire   34:00: Out of potential GM candidates, which one would be the best fit for the Maple Leafs? 36:56: Over/Under: $12-million cap hit on Jason Robertson's next contract? 39:15: How many "better players" do the Red Wings need to be a contending team? 40:39: Both Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon have had embellishment calls against them in these playoffs. Whose embellishment was worse? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:00: Could the Buffalo Sabres change goalies ahead of Game 3 against the Boston Bruins? 4:59: Have the Utah Mammoth exceeded expectations against the Vegas Golden Knights? 10:30: Who needs to step up the most for the Los Angeles Kings against the Colorado Avalanche? 13:13: Will lineup changes be made for the Montreal Canadiens after losing Game 2 to the Tampa Bay Lightning? 21:33: Is Kevyn Adams a strong fit for the GM role with the Vancouver Canucks? 27:13: Breaking down the best hockey documentaries 29:39: Will the NHL have another expansion franchise by 2030? 32:15: Reflecting on the craziest in-game delays in hockey 35:24: Previewing the most exciting players to watch at the U-18 Men's World Championship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:39: Dallas Stars coach Glen Gulutzan said, "Nothing for me was on our goaltending." What was to blame for the Stars' loss? 2:25: Can a goaltender at this level be figured out this early on in a series?  4:39: Will Dallas go to Casey DeSmith early in this series? 6:03: How does the series change between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning if they tighten up on the penalties? 10:35: Why were the Buffalo Sabres able to come back against the Boston Bruins in the third period?  14:43: Will the Philadelphia Flyers be able to hold off Sidney Crosby?  16:28: What is it about Dan Vladar that has made him so successful for the Flyers this year?  18:16: Are you confident in Carter Hart being able to lead the Vegas Golden Knights in a long playoff run?  21:00: Devan Dubnyk shares how important it is for a goalie to have familiarity and trust with their head coach. 22:22: Was coach John Tortorella the right answer for the Golden Knights?  25:05: What do the Ottawa Senators have to do to avoid going down 2-0 against the Carolina Hurricanes?  26:48: Do you think there is anything about Carolina's play that could hurt them later on?  29:59: Are the Los Angeles Kings happy they only lost 2-1 against the Colorado Avalanche?   32:52: Who plays more games for Edmonton: Connor Ingram or Leon Draisaiti? 35:10: Yay or Nay: fighting off the opening faceoff 37:20: Which rookie could have a big impact in the playoffs? 38:29: Which game from this week was the most exciting to watch?  39:58: From this weekend, name a player who was hot or cold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:00: Thoughts on the first-round schedule? 2:59: How can the Los Angeles Kings stay competitive against the Colorado Avalanche? 5:55: What will be a key difference in the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild series? 8:19: What are the expectations for Mitch Marner in the playoffs?  9:30: What do you make of the Vegas Golden Knights' end to the regular season?  13:12: Who should be the Edmonton Oilers' starting goaltender?  14:45: What's the scouting report on the Anaheim Ducks as they enter the playoffs?  17:03: Which of the first-round series are you most looking forward to watching? 18:20: Who is an unlikely playoff hero?  19:30: What is the toughest series of the bunch? BetMGM Playbook 22:15: What are the odds for NHL teams seeking to win the Stanley Cup for the first time? 23:14: What are the concerns with each of these teams that could prevent them from winning? 29:40: Which team would you pick as the first-time Stanley Cup winner?  31:02: What are the overall Stanley Cup odds? Rapid Fire 31:46: The 2026 NHLPA Player Poll is released. David 'Pasta' Pastrnak was voted the player with the best nickname. Do you agree with the players? 33:42: Who would you select first overall in an NHL playoff pool fantasy draft? 34:47: Vancouver Canucks fired GM Patrik Allvin. Thoughts?  37:21: Which player will lead the playoffs in scoring?  38:36: Which goalies will steal the spotlight? 40:11: Who is your pick to win the Stanley Cup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:40: Drew Shore gives his victory speech for his alma mater winning the NCAA Frozen Four, and they discuss Denver coach David Carle's future. 6:00: Which Eastern Conference series are you most looking forward to watching? 8:35: What's the toughest series of the bunch? 12:30: How concerned are you for Brady Tkachuk's health? 16:00: Expectations for the Boston Bruins after the turnaround they made from last season 19:20: Has Alex Ovechkin played his final NHL game? 24:00: Should the Columbus Blue Jackets bring back coach Rick Bowness? If they do, which players get moved? 30:00: Which team would have surprised you the most if you had heard at the start of the year that they would be in the playoffs? 31:40: Which player making their playoff debut are you buying stock in? 33:30: Which coach is under the most pressure going into the playoffs? 35:20: Which player is under the most pressure going into the playoffs? 37:40: Which Canadian team that missed the playoffs is most likely to return next year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:55: The third spot in the Metropolitan division is still undecided with only a couple of games left. Will the Philadelphia Flyers hold on, or will another team overtake them? 4:23: The Los Angeles Kings and Nashville Predators are in a tight playoff race. Do their backups deserve the crease for the rest of the regular season and (maybe) the playoffs? 8:57: Montreal Canadiens captain Suzuki hit 100 points, Lane Hutson tied Larry Robinson's record for most assists by a defenseman with the Canadiens, and Cole Caufield hit 50 goals. How impressive is this so early in their rebuild? 11:43: Who would Dubnyk pick as Montreal's starting goaltender in the playoffs?  15:40: How much of a concern will Noah Dobson's absence for the start of the playoffs be for the Habs?  19:01: If the NHL used the Gold Plan to settle who gets first overall, the New York Rangers would have clinched it. Do you prefer the Gold Plan over the draft lottery? 22:48: Who would you draft first overall if you were the Rangers? 24:19: Which player should the Maple Leafs look at drafting fifth overall if they end up in that spot and avoid transferring the pick to the Boston Bruins?  26:30: What position should the Maple Leafs be looking to draft?  29:00: Evan Bouchard leads all defensemen in points with 91 and became just the fifth defenseman since 1995 to score 90 points. Should he win the Norris Trophy? 31:30: Yay or nay: a Selke Trophy candidate must record at least 50 points to be considered for best defensive forward 32:45: Will the Washington Capitals make the playoffs next year if Alex Ovechkin retires? 35:31: Veteran goaltender Jonathan Quick announced Monday he is retiring after the season. How would you evaluate his career?  36:50: Dubnyk shares what it was like playing against Jonathan Quick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Kennedy is on the ground in Las Vegas covering the NCAA men's Frozen Four tournament, and there's lots to discuss. The experts also discuss a THN.com writers' poll that will come out on the website next week: the top 10 greatest Stanley Cup champions of the past 20 years. Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed: 1:30: Ryan, tell us your experience about being at the NCAA Frozen Four tournament so far? 3:45: Michael Hage plays for Michigan. Now that they've lost, how soon can we see him in a Montreal Canadiens Jersey? 6:30: What kind of impact will this tournament have on Keaton Verhoeff's draft standings? 8:04: Who could be some difference makers in this final game between Wisconsin and Denver? 9:40: Could NHL teams be hitting up David Carle for a coaching job if Devner wins?  10:55: Who's your pick to win the Frozen Four final? 12:15: James Hagens has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Boston Bruins. Where does James Hagens fit on the Bruins roster? 15:06: The 2008 Detroit Red Wings were voted the greatest Stanley Cup champion of the past 20 years. What made that team so great? 19:37: Who did Ryan and Michael Traikos have on their personal list of the top 10 Stanley Cup winners? BetMGM Playbook 25:00: Who will meet in the Stanley Cup final?  26:29: Weakness of the Colorado Avalanche that could hinder their Stanley Cup chances?  29:40: Which team could be a dark horse to make the Stanley Cup final?  32:01: If this were the Stanley Cup final matchup, who would win?  Rapid Fire 33:21: The Toronto Maple Leafs and New Jersey Devils have received permission to interview Florida Panthers assistant GM Sunny Mehta. Where would he be a better fit? 36:26: Cole Caufield is the seventh player in Canadiens history to get to 50 goals in a season. Not a single one was an empty-netter. On a scale from one to 10, how impressive is this? 37:37: Calgary Flames are another team added to the eliminated list. What type of player should they be aiming for in the draft? 39:42: Who's had the hotter NHL stint between Cole Hutson and Porter Martone? 40:52: The Colorado Avalanche have clinched the Presidents' Trophy as the best team in the NHL in the regular season. Do you believe in the Presidents' Trophy curse? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed: 1:30: Are the Ottawa Senators the most dangerous wild-card team? 7:00: Are the Detroit Red Wings' playoff chances dead in the water? 10:35: Will coach Sheldon Keefe keep his job in New Jersey? 14:40: How has your view changed on the Vegas Golden Knights since the coaching change? 16:50: Who wins the Pacific Division? 19:00: Reacting to the Masterton nominees 24:40: Which late-season coaching change surprised you the most? 26:40: Player to watch at the Frozen Four 28:50: Frozen Four champion prediction 30:00: Which team has the best goaltending situation going into the playoffs? 32:45: Yay or nay on the new 'Zammoth?' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:45: Thoughts on the New York Islanders hiring Pete DeBoer as their new coach? 3:11: What will DeBoer bring to this team during the rest of the season?  6:16: Do you think this move was influenced by the recent coaching change made by the Golden Knights?  9:05: What does Patrick Roy do next? Is it an NHL job or something else?  11:10: What are Dubnyk's thoughts on Patrick Roy as a coach?  14:19: Do the Philadelphia Flyers have what it takes to hold onto third spot in the Metropolitan Division?  16:15: How has the Flyers' coaching staff handled the development of young players?  19:30: Who is your final pick to win the Atlantic Division?  20:34: Dubnyk discusses whether higher-seed teams fear the underdog. 22:40: Who is your final pick to win the Pacific Division?  26:31: What is the most pressing issue for the Florida Panthers and Chicago Blackhawks to address this summer? 31:20: What does Dubnyk remember from facing Ovechkin during his career? What was the scouting report on him? 34:30: Sidney Crosby became the first player in league history to have 21 point-per-game seasons. Is he the most consistent player ever? 37:10: What was the biggest first-round upset of the past 20 years? 39:33: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:00: Thoughts on William Nylander's comments about wanting to stay through a retool but not a rebuild? 3:40: Does this raise any thoughts about Nylander not staying a Maple Leaf for six more years? 5:03: Thursday night on NHL Coast To Coast, Mike Rupp said, "Brady Tkachuk is not going to finish his contract in Ottawa." Do you agree? 8:45: How necessary do you think it is that the Edmonton Oilers win first place in the Pacific? 12:25: Have we ever seen a division with goaltending as weak as we've seen in the Pacific? 14:25: Have any teams in the wild-card race played a game that changed your mind on who will make it in? 17:46: Which of the Carolina Hurricanes, Minnesota Wild, Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars has the most to prove in this year's playoffs? 23:33: The top three Hobey Baker finalists have been announced BetMGM Playbook  27:23: Do you think the team in front of the goaltender has an effect on the Vezina winner? 30:24: How does only having the GM's vote on the Vezina affect the results? 31:29: Does the answer to who will win depend on the team making the playoffs? 33:33: Will Vasilevskiy or Sorokin win the Vezina? Rapid Fire  35:15: Brent Burns is set to play in 1,000th straight game on Saturday against the Dallas Stars. Do you think Burns will pass Phil Kessel's ironman record? 37:04: Which building will be the toughest to win a playoff game in? 38:31: The PWHL hit up Calgary and drew more than 16,000 fans. How soon should the league expand again? 40:28: Favorite Easter treat: chocolate eggs, chocolate bunny, Peeps or something else? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:30: Potential candidates for Maple Leafs' new "data-centric" GM 3:30: What are the chances the Leafs keep this search internal? 9:20: Could Chris Pronger be involved with the Maple Leafs? 10:15: Don't look now, but the Winnipeg Jets are just one point back of a playoff spot. 13:15: East wild-card sleepers 15:30: Whose record is more impressive: Alex Ovechkin's 20 30-goal seasons or Sidney Crosby's 20 point-per-game seasons? 18:20: What should Senators fans think of Linus Ullmark's recent performances? 22:15: Which goalie fight has been your favorite this season? 24:45: Ryan shares some observations at the OHL Cup 28:40: Yay or nay: Vegas will be John Tortorella's last NHL coaching spot? 30:25: Which team has had the most disappointing season after the Olympic break? 31:30: Under-the-radar players you're watching heading into the playoffs 35:35: Favorite stadium food you've had? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:02: Thoughts on the Vegas Golden Knights hiring John Tortorella as their new coach?  2:15: What do other players say it's like playing for John Tortorella?  7:29: What is it like having a coaching change during the season?  9:15: Will Tortorella be able to help improve the offensive production from players like Mitch Marner and Jack Eichel?  12:00: Where can we see Bruce Cassidy Coach next? Could we possibly see him as the Leafs' next coach?  13:30: Jason Robertson and Wyatt Johnston became the first pair of 40-goal scorers in Dallas Stars history. Is this something the Stars have been missing?  16:56: Do the Stars still have faith in Jake Oettinger to be their No. 1 goalie for the playoffs? 18:25: How will the Atlantic Division standings look at the end of the season? 20:27: For the Metropolitan Division, how will the standings look at the end of the season? 24:00: The Philadelphia Flyers signed first-round pick Porter Martone to an entry-level deal. What are your expectations for him? Will he make an immediate impact or take some time to develop? 26:22: What was it like for Devan Dubnyk signing his entry-level deal and debuting in the NHL?  29:00: Who are you picking to win and move onto the championship game in the NCAA Frozen Four? 31:48: Thoughts on Mercyhurst University discontinuing its Div. I men's hockey program? 33:30: Which bottom-dwelling team could make the playoffs in 2026-27? 35:17: Which team had the worse month: Detroit Red Wings or L.A. Kings? 37:10: Which NHL players, past or present, would you want to play poker with on the plane? 39:58: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos, Michael Augello and Gary Pearson discussed: 1:03: What will it mean for the Yzerplan if Detroit misses the playoffs again?  4:03: Does Detroit need a GM that's a little more trigger-happy?  5:30: What needs to change for Detroit next season?  7:08: What would you do with the Leafs if you were the president and CEO of MLSE, Keith Pelley? 13:03: Is this what we can expect from the Vegas Golden Knights and Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the playoffs? 16:44: Which team and player has been the biggest pleasant surprise? 20:25: Which team and player have been the most surprising disappointments? 23:34: The NCAA men's hockey tournament has begun. Is the national champion in the top four seeds? Who is your pick? BetMGM Playbook  26:56: Is third place in the Atlantic Division the ideal place for the Montreal Canadiens?  29:00: Will the projected 95.5 points for the Ottawa Senators be enough to sneak them into a playoff spot? 32:07: What are you seeing out of the Toronto Maple Leafs? Why are they winning games now? Rapid Fire 34:38: Lane Huston has 70 points. The Canadiens' franchise record for a defenseman is 85 points, belonging to Larry Robinson. Can he reach or beat that record?  35:27: The New York Rangers have been eliminated from playoff contention. What is the most pressing issue for them to address this summer? 36:42: Which fan base should be more concerned about their team next season: the Canucks or the Rangers? 37:59: Early this week and last week, we saw Anton Frondell and Cole Huston make their NHL debuts. Who do we think will make a bigger impact as an NHL player? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:20: How legit are the Ottawa Senators as a playoff team? 3:10: How much of an X-factor is Linus Ullmark for Ottawa? 8:20: What do you expect from a jam-packed Eastern wild-card race? 13:50: Are the Colorado Avalanche back to being a juggernaut? 17:50: How important is winning when you're out of the playoffs at this time of year? 21:40: What are your top three in the Calder Trophy race right now? 24:10: Thoughts on alternative ideas to prevent shootouts? 28:30: Will the Tampa Bay Lightning or Buffalo Sabres win the Atlantic? 30:00: How many teams will have a new coach next season? 33:20: Who had the best shootout goal last night? 35:40: NCAA Frozen Four predictions? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed: 0:48: Alex Ovechkin is only 16 goals away from tying Wayne Gretzky's 1,016 for the most regular-season and playoff goals in NHL history. But after the John Carlson trade, there's been more speculation about Ovechkin's future. Is this his last season? 4:50: Could we possibly see Ovechkin in a different jersey next year?  5:55: Which team matches up better against the Tampa Bay Lightning: the Montreal Canadiens or Boston Bruins?  8:00: Is Montreal only a one-line team?  10:19: Will the Nashville Predators be able to hold onto a playoff spot?  14:30: If the playoffs started today in the West, what matchup would be the most exciting? Which would be the most underrated?  17:30: If the playoffs started today in the East, which series would be the most exciting, and which would be the most underrated? 21:17: The NHL, CHL and AHL are nearing an agreement that would allow 19-year-old CHL players who have been selected in the first round to play in the AHL. How could this potentially change help the development of players?  26:30: Anton Frondell is expected to make his NHL debut with the Chicago Blackhawks this week. What are your expectations for him for the rest of the season? 30:10: Mika Zibanejad will play his 1,000th NHL game on Monday against the Ottawa Senators. How would you evaluate his career to date?  32:10: Do we understand goaltender interference after Morgan Barron's goal against Pittsburgh? 34:57: Vancouver Canucks are the first team eliminated. What is the most pressing issue for them to address this summer? 37:12: Name a prospect you're most excited to see play NHL games during the rest of the season. 38:45: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:38: Has Matthew Schaefer had the best performance we've ever seen by a rookie defenseman?  3:16: Who does Schaefer remind you of?  4:16: Is there any debate as to why Schaefer doesn't deserve the Calder Trophy? 5:31: With the way the Buffalo Sabers are playing, do they have a chance to make some serious waves in the post-season and go on a run for the Cup? Or will the pressure be too much? 8:45: Do we care if the Sabres go out in the first round? Are fans happy enough to just make the playoffs? 11:00: If the Columbus Blue Jackets are able to hold onto their playoff spot, do they have enough to go on a long playoff run?  13:50: Which team is the most likely to stir things up and avoid being first-round fodder?  18:15: The three Hobey Hat Trick finalists will be revealed on April 3. Who would you pick as the top three?  20:54: If Gavin McKenna isn't in the top three, does that change how we feel about him? BetMGM Playbook  23:26: How important is a division win with the current playoff format?  26:10: Why is the Pacific Division farther behind in points compared to other divisions?  28:37: Is there a theme of struggles between the Pacific division teams?  31:47: Who do you think will win the Pacific Division? Rapid Fire  33:50: With the regular season nearing its end, which player has had the worst value contract this season?  35:50: The NHL draft Lottery takes place on May 5, and Vancouver will likely have the highest odds. Who do you want to see win it? Who actually wins it? 38:28: Since March Madness has begun, what team would be your Cinderella pick to win the Cup?  39:27: Will Cole Caufield reach the 50-goal mark this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:30: What does the Leon Draisaitl injury do to the Oilers in terms of standings? 8:00: What potential changes do you see coming to the Department of Player Safety, if any? 13:30: How concerned are you about the Colorado Avalanche? 17:50: Is Cole Caufield one of the all-time best Montreal Canadiens scorers? 22:30: Who would you rank as the Hart Trophy favorites, and where is Nikita Kucherov? 29:00: Who is the best choice for the next head of NHL player safety? 32:10: Who is the team furthest from a playoff spot you still think can get in? 34:20: Yay or nay the St Pats jersey? 35:50: Is Jack Hughes entitled to the puck from the golden goal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discussed: 0:49: The NHL handed Radko Gudas a five-game suspension for a knee-on-knee collision with Auston Matthews. Do you think five games were enough?  3:00: Should the league be doing more to protect its superstars?  5:10: Why do we want to treat all players the same? Should superstars be judged differently? 9:01: Should the Toronto Maple Leafs trade a goaltender in the summer? Who would it be? 10:40: What would you want in return if you were Toronto for a goalie?  13:07: Could the Dallas Stars take over that top spot in the Central Division?  15:17: Are the Dallas Stars as robust a team from top to bottom as Colorado?  16:33: Is there any chance the Ottawa Senators can sneak into a playoff spot? 18:58: Does Seattle have enough in them to keep a hold on their current playoff position? 22:10: The Washington Capitals signed Cole Hutson to his entry-level deal. What are your expectations for him for the rest of the season? 25:12: The 2028 World Cup of Hockey will be hosted in Calgary, Edmonton and Prague in February. Thoughts on the chosen cities?  29:20: Who is the Vezina Trophy front-runner? 30:45: Who will win the Norris Trophy? 32:28: Who will win the Selke Trophy? 33:45: GM meetings begin today: what change would you make to the NHL? 36:07: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Katie Gaus discussed: 0:50: What did you think of the Toronto Maple Leafs' response to Radko Gudas' knee-on-knee hit on Auston Matthews? 4:34: Is Anaheim Ducks captain Radko Gudas earning (or already at) "dirty player" status? 6:58: Which NHL team will emerge in this Western wild-card race?  9:55: Are there any worries that the Detroit Red Wings might miss the playoffs again?  13:33: How much do you think Alex Tuch is worth to the Buffalo Sabres? 17:58: The Calgary Flames landed one of the most sought-after 2026 college free agents in St. Cloud State forward Tyson Gross. Thoughts on this move by the Flames?  BetMGM Playbook  20:59: Does having previous playoff experience matter when trying to win the division?  23:18: Could either Montreal or Detroit catch up to either Tampa or Buffalo to take over the top of the division?  25:21: Out of Tampa or Buffalo, who do you think will win the Atlantic division? Rapid Fire  28:16: The NHL announced the Ottawa Senators and Chicago Blackhawks will play two regular-season games in Dusseldorf, Germany, in December 2026. Are these teams the best choices for German fans? 30:04: With the regular season nearing its end, which player has had the best value contract this season?  32:34: What is the most notable trade you can remember involving rivals? 34:49: Yay or nay: is it OK for Connor McDavid to fight someone? 37:54: What impresses you the most about Para hockey players? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices