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What Chaos!
by The Nation Network
A mix hockey with a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn and DJ Bean. The podcast features interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players. The show delivers expert analysis, a good dose of humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing storylines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Do the Dallas Stars Hate Children?
The Dallas Stars are in the process of building a new arena, and reports have emerged that they are getting some of that money from an unlikely place: the public schools. We discuss why and how the Stars are getting all that public money. We are also joined by Steve "Petey" Peters to discuss the...
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The Frozen Frenzy Rocked Us Crazy Style
Last night's Frozen Frenzy delivered TONS to talk about, so we recap some of the biggest moments, including the Tkachuk Brothers showing out for Florida, Nathan MacKinnon being bloodied in a fight with Roope Hintz, and other standout performances. Plus, we discuss Alex DeBrincat's massive…
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A Frenzy, But Make It Frozen
Today is the NHL's Frozen Frenzy on ESPN, where all 32 teams are in action on the same night. We discuss tonight's massive slate, including new Blackhawks captain Connor Bedard's season debut, the NHL debut of Roger McQueen for Anaheim, and a huge matchup between the Avalanche and Stars. Plus, we...
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Hot Dogs Are On the Ice, and Teams Are Falling Apart
After making the playoffs last year, the Philadelphia Flyers have been awful to start the season, going 0-5-2 in their first seven games. We try to diagnose what's wrong with Philly and the league's other winless teams. We also take a look at some of the interesting trends from the good teams so...
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Stuart Skinner and the Oilers Are Back
The Edmonton Oilers look like they may be back to their offensively dominant ways and may have finally found an answer in net with Devon Levi. Ironically, former Oiler and current Winnipeg Jets goalie Stuart Skinner looks as good as ever and may be proving his haters wrong. Plus, we discuss the...
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Dylan Larkin's Big Night in Detroit
After requesting a trade in the offseason, Dylan Larkin made his season debut in front of a hostile Red Wings crowd but still managed to lead Detroit to a crazy win over Ottawa. We discuss the latest chapter in the Larkin drama and Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna finally getting the Toronto…
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Bo Byram Joins What Chaos!
Bowen Byram was a central figure off the NHL offseason thanks to his blockbuster trade and massive contract extension. Now, he hopes to reward the Chicago Blackhawks' faith in him by becoming an elite top-pairing defenseman. We sat down with Byram to discuss his path to this point, his belief in...
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'Hot for Hockey' Is No More, and Bowen Byram Joins
The NHL's incredibly confusing and hated new hockey romance audio series has been axed just days after initially being launched. We discuss the death of a marketing ploy that never had much life. Plus, we discuss the new hottest team in hockey and Macklin Celebrini missing his first pro game due…
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Is Igor Shesterkin the New Shohei Ohtani?
The New York Rangers' Igor Shesterkin has been a FORCE to start the season, both in net and offensively. We discuss that and lots more from over the weekend, including Pittsburgh Penguins doing the unthinkable, Sasha Barkov hitting LTIR, Ovi announcing his retirement, and tons more. Plus, locker...
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The Wrath of Nathan MacKinnon
The Colorado Avalanche beat the Los Angeles Kings, and more importantly, Nathan MacKinnon beat up Brandt Clarke. We discuss everything that went into a wild Avs-Kings game and an even wilder fight. Plus, the Pittsburgh Penguins embarrassed the rival Philadelphia Flyers in Philly, and the fans let...
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Connor Bedard Joins What Chaos!
Fresh off being named the Chicago Blackhawks' captain, Connor Bedard once again joins What Chaos! to discuss his NHL ups and downs, his offseason injury and recovery, why he'd love to be hated, and his love for the NBA and "Dance Moms." (0:00) Intro (02:07) Managing anger (04:09) Comfort and...
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The NHL Season Has Begun (Endearing and Derogatory)
The NHL regular season started last night, highlighted by the Bruins' JJ Peterka already scoring what is likely to be one of the goals of the year, and the Edmonton Oilers putting on the most Edmonton Oilers performance possible. We discuss last night's games, Brad Marchand on Cameo, the NHL's…
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The Marchenko-Knies Trade and Connor Bedard Joins!
On the eve of the NHL's opening night, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a massive swing by trading for the Columbus Blue Jackets' Kirill Marchenko in exchange for young star Matthew Knies. We discuss what the trade means for everyone involved and more as we get ready for the return of regular season...
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The Death of the NHL Jersey Tuck
The NHL has clamped down on players tucking in their jerseys during games, culminating in a penalty on Trevor Zegras in one of the Flyers' preseason games. Thankfully, Philly didn't make a big deal about it AT ALL! We discuss that and more as we get ready for the return of regular-season hockey...
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2026-27 NHL Season Preview
Days away from the start of a new NHL season, we go division by division and discuss which teams could surprise us and and which teams may be poised for a let down. We also talk about other news from around hockey as the preseason chugs along and celebrate Pete's favorite fast food restaurant's...
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NHL players we are buying stocks in this season
With the start of the NHL regular season just about a week away, we discuss which players from across the league we expect to see big things from this season. We also take a look at some of the awesome goalie gear being worn this year, "bedazzled" jerseys hitting team stores and some news from...
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September 15 is the new July 1
Ahead of the NHL's new CBA going into effect, teams rushed to sign their young stars to 8-year extensions before the new agreement capped extensions at seven years. We react to what was the busiest day the busiest days NHL offseason has ever seen, and what some of those deals mean for the players...
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Should Blue Jackets fans be worried about Adam Fantilli?
Adam Fantilli remains an unsigned RFA just days away from the start of the Columbus Blue Jackets' training camp and reportedly skipped an annual team golf outing. Is it officially time to sound the alarm on his future with CBJ? Plus, NHL 27 has been getting DESTROYED online as fans have mocked...
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Makar got paid & Hellebuyck wants a trade
The Colorado Avalanche's Cale Makar became the highest paid player in NHL history and Connor Hellebuyck went publci with his request for a trade out of Winnipeg. We react to both pieces of massive NHL news and more from across hockey and beyond, including the latest on the Daejon Love saga that…
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Two new possibilities for Quinn Hughes
As we wait for the NHL to return, we discuss all the random stuff happening in the world of hockey, including the latest on Quinn Hughes' future, updates on NHL expansion, jersey number updates and more. Plus, Shayna Goldman joins the show! 0:00 RIP Dolly 4:50 Expansion updates 23:05 This Week in...
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Are the Anaheim Ducks completely cooked?
After essentially being forced to pay Leo Carlsson $18M a year, Pat Verbeek and the Anaheim Ducks find themselves in the unenviable position of having several other young stars to pay, including Cutter Gauthier, who is reportedly holding out for a massive payday of his own. We discuss the latest...
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The Dallas Stars have done it again
The Dallas Stars released rendering for their new arena and relied on one of their favorite tools: AI. We laugh at some of the crazy mistakes in the renderings and discuss other happenings around the NHL, including the Islanders' 3rd jersey fan vote and potential destinations for Patrik Laine....
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The biggest moves yet to be made this NHL offseason
As the NHL offseason nears the halfway point, we discuss what big moves might still get made across the league, including Dylan Larkin's standing trade request and continued rumblings of a potential Connor Hellebuyck move. Plus, Pete is back from his honeymoon so we recap what he's missed over…
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Jamie Drysdale joins What Chaos!
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Jamie Drysdale joins after what has been an incredibly eventful year for the Flyers. The young d-man discuss everything from GM Danny Briere's massive swings for Trevor Zegras and Leo Carlsson to the drama surrounding Matvei Michkov to his knowledge of Greek...
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Macklin Celebrini just got PAID (ft. Jamie Drysdale)
Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks have reset the market (again), agreeing to a 5 x $18.8 million contract extension. Steve "Petey" Peters fills in for Pete as we react to that breaking news, noise around a potential Kirill Marchenko trade out of Colombus and Patrick Kane returning to the...
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Who has REALLY improved the most the offseason?
The Jason Robertson contract drama is over for now, as the Dallas Stars and their star forward agreed on a one-year contract that will bring Robo to unrestricted free agency next Summer. Meanwhile, the Chicago Blackhawks avoided offer sheet drama with Connor Bedard, signing him a five-year...
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BONUS: Reacting to the NHL 27 reveal trailer
We react to the the initial trailer for EA Sports' latest installment in its NHL franchise, highlighting updates to both presentation and gameplay, as well as the return of a beloved game mode. But is any of it enough to get us excited about an NHL video game again? 0:00 Trailer Release 2:18...
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The Yzerplan is officially over
The Detroit Red Wings have officially announced the end of Steve Yzerman's time as GM and President of Hockey Ops, kicking him upstairs to a role as a Senior Advisor. We discuss the failed Yzerplan and are joined by Red Wings beat writer for The Athletic, Max Bultman, to talk about what this…
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Leo Carlsson & the offer sheet heard 'round the world
The Philadelphia Flyers and GM Danny Brier rocked the NHL by signing Anaheim Ducks RFA Leo Carlsson to a 5 x $18M offer sheet. We discuss Ducks GM Pat Verbeek having the worst time at his job and what it means for the player, teams and the NHL as a whole. Plus, we talk about Sens legend Daniel...
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Reacting to the opening of NHL free agency
From massive signings like Byrams big deal in Chicago and Bobrovsky heading to Toronto, to trades like San Jose's gamble on Darnell Nurse, we discuss all the biggest moves so far on July 1! 0:00 Welcome to What Chaos! 9:15 FA Day 1 31:25 Are They Good? 1:15:50 Slate JOIN OUR PATREON:...
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Zach Werenski sweepstakes & NHL Free Agency preview
Zach Werenski appears increasing likely to be on his way out of his Columbus, so we discuss the latest updates on where the Norris Trophy winner could end up, including growing smoke around the Dallas Stars. Plus, we look at the top UFAs in each position ahead of free agency opening on July 1st…
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BONUS: Reacting to day 1 of the NHL Draft
From Gavin McKenna getting selected first overall by Justin Bieber and the Toronto Maple Leafs, to the Cayman Islands' Jaxon Cover being selected 32nd overall and all the picks and trades in between, we react to everything went down during round one of the 2026 NHL Draft. 0:00 Welcome to What...
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Brandon Bussi joins What Chaos!
Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Brandon Bussi had one magical (but overdue) rookie season -- from making his first start, to signing a surprising contract extension, to eventually playing a heroic role in the Canes' first Stanley Cup title in 20 years. We chatted with him about the journey...
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One of the craziest days in NHL history
A highly anticipated NHL offseason kicked off with a bang yesterday, as the Edmonton Oilers officially announced the hiring of Mike Babcock, multiple stars got traded and the NHL announced they were exploring putting another team in Texas. We react to one of the most insane offseason days the...
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Brady Tkachuk & the new age of the NHL (ft. Brandon Bussi)
The Florida Panthers completed the predictable yet still stunning trade for Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators to unite him with his brother Matthew. We discuss what this means for not only the Tkachuk brothers and the teams involved, but the NHL as a whole. Plus, we are joined by Carolina...
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BONUS: Reacting to Brady Tkachuk being traded to the Panthers
It's finally happened -- Brady Tkachuk has been traded by the Ottawa Senators, and where else to but the Florida Panthers? We react to the Tkachuk brothers uniting in South Florida, where they'll form a modern-day NHL superteam and look to recapture the Stanley Cup as the league's biggest…
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What a day for hockey in the Bay
San Jose's hockey teams had a big night, with the Sharks trading for Sabres defenseman Michael Kesselring and PWHL drafting Wisconsin and Team USA's Laila Edwards in the PWHL Draft. We discuss both big acquisitions, the announcement of Patrice Bergeron's number retirement, Sergei Bobrovsky's...
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The Toronto Maple Leafs got their guy!
That's Jim Hiller's music! The Toronto Maple Leafs filled their head coaching vacancy this morning with the announcement of the former Los Angeles Kings coach and a former assistant for the Leafs under Mike Babcock. We discuss that hire, set the stage for tonight's highly anticipated PWHL draft…
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Mike Babcock won't go away
The Mike Babcock saga continues as the NHL officially opened it's investigation into the circumstances surrounding his 2023 resignation from the Columbus Blue Jackets. We discuss that, more from the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup Celebration and take a deep dive into tomorrow's PWHL Draft now...
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The Hurricanes are finally champions again
The Carolina Hurricanes finally got over the hump and won the Stanley Cup, beating the Vegas Golden Knights in 6 games. We react to everything from the Cup-clinching game, including Jordan Staal's historic Conn Smythe, and the celebrations after as another NHL season has officially come to an…
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Brandon Bussi has the Canes one win away from a Cup
Led by Brandon Bussi's goaltending and breakout nights from their biggest scorers, the Carolina Hurricanes now hold a 3-2 series lead over the Vegas Golden Knights, in the Stanley Cup Final. We react to Game 5 of the SCF and more John Tortorella postgame press conference highlights. Plus, we...
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We demand the Stanley Cup match the Knicks’ freak
As the New York Knicks stage a historic run to an NBA championship, we take a chance to appreciate the fact that we are simultaneously getting some of the greatest NHL and NBA Finals ever. Plus, we discuss updates from Pierre LeBrun on the futures of players like Auston Matthews, Alex Tuch and…
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Another twist in an unreal Cup Final
The Carolina Hurricanes evened the Stanley Cup Final with the Vegas Golden Knights at 2-2 after what was another awesome game in an awesome series. We react to that game and discuss where we're at with this series through 4 games. Plus, we have updates on the Mike Babcock situation (and DJ's...
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Mike Babcock? Who's asking for this?
The Edmonton Oilers have reportedly contacted the NHLPA about the prospect of the team hiring Mike Babcock to be their next head coach, and now the entire hockey world is laughing at the Oilers. We discuss that stunning development and are joined by Jeff Marek, host of The Sheet, to discucss...
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This Stanley Cup Final is a mind-boggling classic
The SCF took another insane twist, this time with the Vegas Golden Knights taking a 4-0 lead thanks to a Mitch Marner masterclass, blowing that lead to the Carolina Hurricanes in historic fashion, before VGK took it in 2OT. We react to everything from one of the craziest Cup Final games ever and...
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This Cup Final is insane, stunning trade developments
We discuss the Carolina Hurricanes injecting new life into the Stanley Cup Final with a dramatic comeback and electric OT winner to even the series with the Vegas Golden Knights 1-1. Plus, reports are that Detroit Red Wings Captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade out of the Yzerplan. We react…
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A great injustice has been committed
The Vegas Golden Knights head into Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final with a 1-0 series lead, but is VGK going to keep the momentum, or are the Carolina Hurricanes due for a bounce back? We look ahead to Game 2, plus we discuss John Cooper being awarded the Jack Adams, PWHL player protections (and…
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Vegas starts the crank-off with a bang
The Vegas Golden Knights took Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final in a wild back and forth game with the Carolina Hurricanes. We we're in Lenovo Center for the game and we recap everything from the night, including meeting Canes GM Eric Tulsky. We also discuss the changes to the NHL All-Star Game...
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Misery awaits one last team
The Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights starts tonight in Raleigh. We recap some leftover from yesterday's media day and set the stage for a SCF. We also discuss Avs GM Chris MacFarland appearing set to take a job with the Nashville Predators, the Vancouver...
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We are at the Stanley Cup Final
What Chaos! is live from Raleigh, NC ahead of the start of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights, so we recap media day and set the stage for the start of the SCF. Plus, we check in on the conclusions of the Memorial Cup and Worlds. 0:00 Welcome to What...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A mix hockey with a little bit of nonsense. What Chaos! is hosted by hockey insiders and longtime friends Pete Blackburn and DJ Bean. The podcast features interviews with NHL insiders, prominent reporters, and current and former players. The show delivers expert analysis, a good dose of humor, and entertaining conversations about the league’s biggest news, star players, and most intriguing storylines.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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