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Zone Time
by Yahoo Sports Canada
Zone Time is a Yahoo Sports Canada NHL podcast hosted by Julian McKenzie and featuring a cast of #HockeyTwitter personalities that offers a fresh and fun perspective on the storylines that have hockey fans buzzing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Shot Volume: No evidence to show these Maple Leafs are different
00:00 - No evidence to say this Maple Leafs team is different The Maple Leafs will be judged on what they do in the playoffs, where the team's superstar core have repeatedly struggled to make an impact but a shaky start to the regular season, including some worrying underlying metrics, suggest...
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Zone Time: Mitch Marner, Corey Perry and NHL embarrassment
00:00 - Things Sam Chang missed while on vacation 14:12 - Maple Leafs need Mitch Marner to be great not ok 25:01 - NHL Player Safety consistency was short lived 27:30 - Chicago's handling of Corey Perry's absence creates questions 31:03 - What do non-NHL fans think about the league? Hosted on...
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Shot Volume: 5 teams who could sneak into the NHL playoffs
American Thanksgiving historically means cutoff time for the NHL playoff race. If you're not in by holiday season, your chances of making the playoffs are slim but Edmonton and Minnesota are among the Western Conference teams hoping to buck that trend this year. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Nylander vs. Pettersson: Who deserves the bigger contract?
William Nylander and Elias Pettersson are both approaching free agency but do their standout starts to this season prove they perform under pressure and deserve every dollar of their next contract? Also on this week's episode of Zone Time: NHL regional blackouts have have gone too far What…
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Shot Volume: Can Craig Conroy manage Calgary through a fire sale?
Can Craig Conroy manage Calgary through a fire sale? 3-on-3 overtime rule changes would be unpopular among fans Panarin has point to prove, making Rangers a problem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Connor McDavid wields more power than Oilers want to admit
Connor McDavid says he found out about Jay Woodcroft's dismissal like everyone else but it's hard to believe the Oilers captain had no input in the hiring of Kris Knoblauch, his coach in junior hockey, as new bench boss in Edmonton. Also on this week's show: Unexpected destination for Nikita...
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Shot Volume: Why trading for an NHL goaltender is harder than ever
Why trading for an NHL goaltender is harder than ever Tandem goaltender setups have become increasingly popular across the NHL, with only a select group of teams playing a bonafide No. 1 starter. As a result, the Edmonton Oilers are faced with limited trade options after putting Jack Campbell on...
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Ottawa Senators have outgrown D.J. Smith
Brady Tkachuk and Ottawa's young core are currently playing below the sum of their talent and while head coach D.J. Smith has been instrumental in their development, the Senators might need to make a change on the bench if the team is to make the playoffs this season. 01:05 - Dysfunction in…
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Shot Volume: Is NHL's power-play increase bad for hockey?
Power-play opportunities per team are up from an average of 2.99 per game between 2014 and 2023 to 3.57 so far this season. More penalties mean more goals but not everyone is convinced it's good for the game. Also this week's episode of Shot Volume: Penguins did themselves a hole but is the team...
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Where do the Calgary Flames go from here?
The Calgary Flames (2-6) are likely to rally from a terrible start to the NHL season but management are already facing questions about the long-term future of the current roster, and whether the team should be sellers come trade deadline. Also on this week's episode: Behind the scenes at NHL...
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Shot Volume: Ovechkin's tank, Frozen Frenzy and impressive NHL teams
Anthony Petrielli and Nick Ashbourne discuss if Alex Ovechkin is showing signs of slowing down, the most impressive NHL teams and their takeaways from 'Frozen Frenzy.' 0:00 - Impressive teams 5:32 - Alex Ovechkin 13:53 - Frozen Frenzy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Travis Dermott defies ban and the struggling Oilers
Arizona Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott used Pride Tape despite the NHL's ban. How will the league respond? Also on the episode: - What's going on with the Oilers? - Andersson's hit on Laine and Calgary appealing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Shot Volume: Ryan Reaves, Logan Cooley and zone defense schemes
On Shot Volume this week: -The value of Maple Leafs' Ryan Reaves -Why zone defense is taking over the NHL -Can Logan Cooley contend for the Calder Trophy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Connor Bedard is special and what's happening in Edmonton?
Connor Bedard has shown why he's one of the most highly touted prospects in recent history and there's a pressure that comes with that. Also on this week's show: Can Auston Matthews hit 65+ goals? Ryan Reaves and the Maple Leafs' goal song controversy Everything cool, Edmonton? Can Vancouver...
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Shot Volume: Do teams have to tear down to become a Stanley Cup contender?
By extending Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck, the Winnipeg Jets are not giving up on its current core, but rather than trying to maintain competitive respectability, do NHL teams need to tear the roster down to return as cup contenders? Also on Shot Volume this week: - How much is elite NHL...
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Winnipeg Jets stuck between now and the future
Winnipeg has doubled down on the team's core by extending Connor Hellebuyck and Mark Scheifele to the tune of $8.5M annually per player but can the Jets realistically compete in the Western Conference? Also on this week's show: NHL painting themselves into a corner with pride tape ban Logan…
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Is Connor Bedard already a top-50 player?
The 2023 first-overall pick hasn't played a minute of meaningful NHL hockey but Connor Bedard's performances for the Chicago Blackhawks in preseason have been very impressive. On the first Zone Time episode of the season, the crew also discuss: Are the Penguins a playoff team? Pressure building…
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William Nylander is worth $10M but not to Maple Leafs
Toronto forward William Nylander is reportedly looking for a new contract north of $10M but while playoff performances suggest the 27-year-old is as valuable as his better-paid teammates, the Maple Leafs can't afford to sign another double-figure deal. On the season finale of Zone Time, Julian…
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Why does everyone want to leave Calgary?
The Flames face a potential crisis this offseason with Elias Lindholm, Mikael Backlund, Tyler Toffoli and Noah Hanifin all entering the final year of their contracts, and none of this group of key players willing to consider an extension in Calgary. Also on this week's edition of Zone Time…
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Henrik Lundqvist tops Hockey Hall of Fame class
Former New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist is certain to enter the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. On this week's episode of Zone Time, Julian and crew debate the Hall of Fame cases for goaltenders Curtis Joseph and Corey Crawford, and they also discuss the teams…
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Panthers lost magic touch when it was needed most
Florida has struggled to contain the Golden Knights' offense in the Stanley Cup Final, while the Panthers have also lost the scoring touch that fuelled their run through the playoffs. Also on this week's edition of Zone Time: Jonathan Marchessault's story deserving of Conn Smythe Aidin Hill…
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Is Kyle Dubas the bad guy? Is Mike Babcock the bad guy? Is Vegas the bad guy?
A section of Toronto fans are accusing Kyle Dubas of disloyalty after he was hired as President of Hockey Operations by the Pittsburgh Penguins but Omar and the Zone Time crew believe it's time to move on from the Dubas era and respect the former Leafs GM decision. On this week's episode, Arun...
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Should Matthew Tkachuk be face of the NHL?
As two Florida franchises prepare to play for a championship, Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk joined the NBA on TNT panel during the pregame show. Rubbing shoulders with Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal, Tkachuk looked at ease but can the NHL capitalize and market its stars better? Also on this...
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Buck stops with Brendan Shanahan if Leafs go south
Kyle Dubas is out as Maple Leafs general manager but president Brendan Shanahan remains. If Toronto fails to improve on its 2022-23 showing next season, regardless of who the coach or players are, Shanahan will be held responsible for the course correction gone wrong. The Zone Time ask what kind…
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Leafs or bust for Kyle Dubas but Matthews wants to stay
Everything is up for debate in Toronto after the Maple Leafs disastrous second-round loss to the Panthers. General manager Kyle Dubas says he'll either resign in Toronto or take a break while all signs point to head coach Sheldon Keefe taking the fall for the team's failure. Meanwhile, with one...
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Leafs fans preparing for most toxic offseason ever
The Toronto Maple Leafs face an impending offseason in which almost half of its roster will be free agents, Auston Matthews will be entering the final year of his contract and the fanbase will be eager for change on the bench and in the front office if the team fails to rally from a 3-0...
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Presidents' Trophy doesn't matter, Matthew Tkachuk doesn't care
Boston put together an historic regular season, perhaps the best the NHL has ever seen but winning the Presidents' Trophy gave the Bruins no protection when they were dumped out in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Florida Panthers. In that series, Matthew Tkachuk put his team on...
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Is this season a success if Leafs win a round and nothing else?
The Maple Leafs are on the brink of winning a first-round playoff series for the first time since 2004 but should the franchise and its fans treat this season as a success if they fall at the next hurdle? On this week's playoff edition of Zone Time, Julian and crew laud Ryan O'Reilly, unpack the...
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Stanley Cup Playoffs: Inside every first-round series
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are upon us so it's time for the Zone Time crew to nail their flags to some contending masts. Rangers vs. Devils seems to close to call, can the Kings really upset the Oilers and is this the year the Maple Leafs bury their first-round demons? Hosted on Acast. See...
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What's next for Flames after disastrous season?
Hopes were high for the Calgary Flames ahead of the 2022-23 season but expectations were quickly met with a disastrous reality as the team missed the playoffs. Changes are now unavoidable, and the franchise must decide whether to move on from head coach Darryl Sutter, the team's style of play or...
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Zone Time: Can Bruins break Presidents' Trophy curse?
The Boston Bruins may go down as the greatest regular season NHL team ever but only twice in the salary-cap era has the Presidents' Trophy winner gone on to lift the Stanley Cup. Julian, Sam, Omar and Avry also discuss the Western Conference wild card race, the prospect on an in-season NHL...
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Who is the most dangerous Eastern Conference team (not named Boston)?
The Boston Bruins are on course for franchise record wins and points totals, leading some to consider them one of the greatest regular-season wins of all time but which Eastern Conference rival will be the most dangerous in the Stanley Cup Playoffs? On this week's episode of Zone Time, Julian…
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Zone Time: Flames can save season from brink of failure
The Calgary Flames are hanging onto hopes of securing a Western Conference wild card spot despite a season that has failed dramatically to meet expectations. Julian and the Zone Time crew wonder if the Flames can find a way to salvage things down the NHL run-in despite themselves. They also…
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Zone Time: Islanders the wild card Bruins don't want to face
The Eastern Conference Wild Card race is heating up as numerous teams vie for a spot in the NHL playoffs. With goaltender Ilya Sorokin performing at a Vezina level, the New York Islanders play a style of hockey that can cause problems for any opposition and might be the team the Presidents...
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Zone Time: Maple Leafs fans freaking out, again
The Maple Leafs lost two out of three on a Western Canada road trip and Toronto fans are not happy with the performances. To make things worse, trade deadline acquisition Ryan O'Reilly is out indefinitely with a broken finger, while John Tavares will miss Tuesday's game in New Jersey. The Leafs…
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Zone Time: East loads up, all quiet on the Western front
As the Eastern Conference contenders load up for the playoffs, Julian and the Zone Time crew ask what a first-round pick is really worth. They also wonder why things are so quiet in the Western Conference ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Zone Time: Is Patrick Kane undervalued on NHL trade market?
Patrick Kane's best days may be behind him but the 34-year-old is a three-time Stanley Cup champion and remains a powerful offensive weapon. Kane is in the final season of the eight-year, $84 million contract but his no-movement clause, and his questionable defence may be dissuading teams from...
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Zone Time: Erik Karlsson trade would sell Oilers' future and that's ok
The Edmonton Oilers would have to send at least one of their talented young defencemen plus draft picks to the San Jose Sharks if they hope to add Erik Karlsson to a win-now roster. Reports suggest that Oilers' stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are keen for the team to trade for a…
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Zone Time: Which players are trade deadline red flags?
With less than a month before the NHL trade deadline, the Zone Time crew discuss the players on this year's market that teams should be wary of, and lessons learned about overpaying for playoff-type players. They also share their discontent at All-Star Weekend, react to Sidney Crosby's comments...
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Zone Time: Islanders disrupt NHL trade market with blockbuster Bo Horvat deal
New York Islanders general manager Lou Lamoriello said he would take responsibility for his team's struggles and he made a blockbuster move, acquiring Vancouver Canucks captain Bo Horvat in exchange for forwards Anthony Beauvillier and Aatu Räty, plus a protected 2023 first-round draft pick. On...
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Zone Time: Bleakest moment in Vancouver Canuck's history
Bruce Boudreau is gone, Rick Tocchet arrives to a chorus of boos. On the latest episode of Zone Time, Sam Chang describes the fallout as the bleakest moment Vancouver Canuck's history. Julian and crew also ask is Darryl Sutter's style becoming outdated and do NHL free agents like Johnny Gaudreau...
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Zone Time: Bruce Boudreau should walk away
In a strange press conference, Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford refused to give head coach Bruce Boudreau his full support. Following months of instability and rumours, Boudreau should consider quitting his post before his inevitable firing. On the latest episode of Zone…
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Zone Time: What if Connor McDavid can't change Oilers' destiny?
Connor McDavid is on pace to be the first player with a 150-point season since Mario Lemieux tallied 161 in 1995-96 but the overall flawed Edmonton Oilers also look destined to miss the playoffs. Meanwhile, at the midway point of the 2022-23 NHL season, the Boston Bruins lead the list of Stanley...
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Zone Time: Favourite hockey moments of 2022
Nazem Kadri featured highly in many people's favourite hockey moments of 2022, from Jordan Binnington's bottle throw to Kadri first comments as a Stanley Cup champion. Auston Matthews 60-goal season and Herb Carnegie's induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame also made our list. However, John…
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Zone Time: What do NHL fans want for Christmas?
On this holiday special, Julian asks Sam, Avry and Omar what they would like for their teams this festive season? They also place Cale Makar atop the nice list for waving off a penalty and Gary Bettman on the naughty list for considering an expansion of the regular season. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Zone Time: Renaming NHL Awards, Gary Bettman's 30 years in charge
What is Gary Bettman's legacy as he marks 30 years in charge and as the NBA renames its MVP award as Michael Jordan Trophy, is time for an NHL rebrand? Julian and crew also discuss #4PackGate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Zone Time: Blues finally fed up with Binnington, Boeser has to bounce
If Brock Boeser's time is up in Vancouver, what is he worth to the Canucks or a potential trade partner? Julian and crew also discuss Jordan Binnington's in the NHL and ask if Flames general manager Brad Treliving is deserving of Avry's 'Golden Durag' award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
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Zone Time: Tanking power rankings in battle for Bedard
Which NHL teams are showing the worst 'tank awareness' in the race to draft generational talent Connor Bedard? On this week's episode of Zone Time, Julian and crew also ask if John Tortorella is right for once and whether Jason Robertson has a legitimate shot at the Hart Trophy. Hosted on Acast....
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Zone Time: Is 1000-game Evgeni Malkin underrated?
Evgeni Malkin scored in his 1000th NHL game on Sunday as the Penguins topped the Chicago Blackhawks but is the Russian underrated in the pantheon of hockey greats? Julian, Omar, Sam and Avry also discuss playoff bubble teams ahead of the unofficial Thanksgiving barometer and ask if the Kraken…
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Zone Time: Will the Canucks ever win again?
The Vancouver Canucks (4-9-3) are currently one of the worst teams in the NHL. Julian is joined by Sam, Omar and Arun to discuss Vancouver's woe, Winnipeg's strong start to the season and find out why Maple Leafs diehard Omar is wearing a Bruins jersey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
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Zone Time is a Yahoo Sports Canada NHL podcast hosted by Julian McKenzie and featuring a cast of #HockeyTwitter personalities that offers a fresh and fun perspective on the storylines that have hockey fans buzzing.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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