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Welcome to Top Shelf!On the latest episode, the guys unpack the futures of Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid. Will one or both marquee players be on the move this offseason? Summer of 2027? And what does the possibility of superstar movement say about the modern NHL?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#austonmatthews #connormcdavid #torontomapleleafs

Welcome to Top Shelf!On this week's episode, the guys mock the top 10 picks of the 2026 NHL Draft after Tuesday's lottery. Will Toronto take Gavin McKenna first overall? Who should Vancouver pick after dropping to No. 3?Check out the remaining 6 picks at theScore.comhttps://www.thescore.com/nhl/news/3536054Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Intro0:39 - Toronto8:00 - San Jose11:00 - Vancouver13:28 - Chicago14:46 - New York15:38 - Calgary18:04 - Seattle19:21 - Winnipeg21:45 - Florida23:36 - NashvilleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#nhldraft #torontomapleleafs #gavinmckenna

Welcome to Top Shelf!On the latest episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss the NHL's much-maligned divisional playoff format before diving into the Minnesota-Dallas first-round series. Are people overreacting to the format? Can the Wild take advantage of a shorthanded Stars squad?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@matiszjohnKyle | X)Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Also on Spotify:Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#dallasstars #minnesotawild #nhlplayoffs

Welcome to Top Shelf!On the latest episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss the rise of Tage Thompson and revisit the trade that brought him to Buffalo in exchange for Ryan O'Reilly. In retrospect, who won the deal?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@matiszjohnKyle | X)Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Also on Spotify:Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#TageThompson #buffalosabres #nhlplayoffs

Welcome to Top Shelf!The guys breakdown the Vegas Golden Knight’s ambitious decision to fire their long-time coach, Bruce Cassidy, with just 8 games left in the season, with John Tortorella taking the reigns. What’s going on in Vegas, and how will the players react to their new bench boss?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#VegasGoldenKnights #JohnTortorella #MitchMarner

Welcome to Top Shelf!The Montreal Canadiens are one of the NHL's best young teams. How did they get here? The guys break down the smart moves and risky bets that have allowed the Habs to go from the 2021 Stanley Cup Final to last place and back to contention.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#MontrealCanadiens #ColeCaufield #NHL

Welcome to Top Shelf!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys tier-list the NHL's Stanley Cup contenders following the 2026 trade deadline. Who's worthy of the top "Cup of bust" label 60-plus games into the season? Which teams belong in the "Fraudulent" tier? Dark-horse contenders?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Biggest deadline takeaways5:34 - Buffalo Sabres10:10 - Carolina Hurricanes13:41 - Detroit Red Wings15:28 - Montreal Canadiens17:36 - Pittsburgh Penguins19:22 - Tampa Bay Lightning22:26 - Colorado Avalanche23:27 - Dallas Stars25:22 - Edmonton Oilers29:47 - Minnesota Wild31:42 - Utah Mammoth34:18 - Vegas Golden Knights39:00 - Last-minute changes to tier listFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #VegasGoldenKnights #ColoradoAvalanche

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Molson!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys debrief the epic Olympic men's hockey gold medal game. Lessons to learn from Canada's loss? Takeaways from USA's gold turn? Plus: who's in/who's out on Team Canada as the focus shifts to the 2028 World Cup of Hockey.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Canadians trying to process U.S. victory 3:38 - Canada lesson: Every dog has its day7:21 - Canada lesson: Bring your special players14:07 - Canada lesson: Finishing matters most19:30 - U.S. winning is good for hockey's future23:38 - Canada's 2028 World Cup roster: forwards30:01 - Canada's 2028 World Cup roster: defensemen35:30 - Canada's 2028 World Cup roster: goaliesFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#Olympics #TeamCanada #TeamUSA

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Molson!On the latest episode of Top Shelf, the guys react to Canada's quarterfinal SCARY victory over Czechia at the 2026 Olympics. Which players stood out in the country's first elimination game? Who needs to step up in Crosby's potential absence? Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Canada SURVIVES Czechia!1:37 - Big game Mitch Marner4:14 - Canada's depth finally comes through7:03 - Crosby's injury looms large11:15 - Who fills the Crosby void?20:13 - Celebrini's brilliant play26:20 - Rest of the quarterfinalsFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#Olympics #TeamCanada #MitchMarner

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Molson!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys preview the Olympic men's hockey tournament with a fun fill-in-the-blank exercise. What's Canada's No. 1 weakness? What must go right for Team USA? Who's the dark horse country nobody's talking about? And much more.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Intro0:32 - Binnington is The Guy2:54 - Forward depth is Canada's separating quality8:45 - Morrissey injury was lone negative for Canada12:00 - Standout Players18:40 - Should Tom Wilson stay on Canada's top line?23:14 - Is there still hope for Czechia?26:12 - Quick thoughts on Wednesday's gamesFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#Olympics #TeamCanada #ConnorMcDavid

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Molson!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys preview the Olympic men's hockey tournament with a fun fill-in-the-blank exercise. What's Canada's No. 1 weakness? What must go right for Team USA? Who's the dark horse country nobody's talking about? And much more.0:00 - Rundown of Olympic groups, playoff format1:10 - "Canada will lose if _____"11:00 - "Team USA's tournament hopes rely on _____"18:08 - "_____ has the most to lose/gain in this tournament"30:47 - "_____ will carry his country to the quarterfinals"36:30 - "_____ is the dark horse country nobody's talking about"Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#Olympics #TeamCanada #TeamUSA

Former NHLer turned broadcaster P.K. Subban joins the panel for a special episode of Top Shelf. Hosts Levi Smith and John Matisz chat with Subban about the CBC documentary "RIVALS: The 4 Nations Face-Off," Canada's chances at the 2026 Olympics, the rise of Macklin Celebrini, best and worst trash-talkers, and much more.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)P.K. Subban (@Subbanator | IG)0:00 - Origins of 4 Nations Face-Off documentary3:44 - Why the 4 Nations was a "risk" that paid off5:44 - Team Canada replacing Cirelli with Bennett7:05 - Macklin Celebrini: mix of McDavid and Crosby9:25 - Takeaways from 2014 Olympic experience11:20 - What does 'The Canadian Way' mean?13:51 - Rapid fire questions about Subban's career16:47 - NHL's best and worst trash-talkersFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys reflect on the 2025-26 NHL season with a superlative "Enter-Prizes" awards show ahead of the Olympic break. Who's most likely to partake in the next goalie fight? Snub most likely to keep an Olympic GM up at night? Goon bringing the most overall value? Biggest regression candidate? And more.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Welcome to the Enterprizes!1:44 - 'Ron Hextall' Award6:29 - 'Phil Kessel' Award12:45 - 'Cy Young' Award17:15 - 'John Scott' Award20:55 - 'Pat Maroon' Award25:29 - 'Where'd You Come From?' Award32:09 - 'First-Half Facade' AwardFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #ColeCaufield #JeremySwayman

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys get into the Olympic spirit with a full slate of trivia. Name the 10 countries with the most men's hockey medals, the most notable NHLers from obscure nations, and the entire 2014 Team USA roster.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Intro2:30 - Round 1: Countries to medal in men's Olympic hockey history5:20 - Round 2: NHLers to play in Olympics for obscure nations12:30 - Round 3: Name USA's entire 2014 Olympic rosterFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#TeamUSA #TeamCanada #milanocortina2026

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys analyze two recent NHL trades -- Kiefer Sherwood to San Jose and Rasmus Andersson to Vegas -- before diving into the state of the Rangers. How can GM Chris Drury conduct a proper retool? Plus: Mitch Marner returns to Toronto.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)00:00 - Did Canucks get enough in Sherwood trade? 2:54 - Golden Knights reel in their guy ... again 5:29 - Fixing the Rangers: Uncomfortable conversations 13:32 - Fixing the Rangers: Panarin trade return 21:54 - Fixing the Rangers: Player development woes 31:54 - Cheer or Boo: Marner’s return to Toronto Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NewYorkRangers #ArtemiPanarin #NHL

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On the latest episode of Top Shelf, the guys put their heads together to make a list of the 10 most impactful trades since 2020. How many recent blockbusters make the quarter-century cut? Where does 2016's P.K.-Subban-for-Shea-Weber whopper land? Joe Thornton to San Jose?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00-1:45: Intro1:45-5:40: #10: Hughes to MIN5:40-10:25: #9: Rantanen to CAR10:25-14:50: #8: Karlsson to SJS14:50-17:53: #7: Luongo to VAN17:53-21:06: #6: Blake to COL21:06-27:36: #5: Eichel to VGK27:36-31:48: #4: Tkachuk to FLA31:48-36:00: #3: Pronger to ANA36:00-40:55: #2: Subban to NSH40:55-45:16: #1: Thornton to SJS45:16-45:56: OutroFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On the latest episode of Top Shelf, the guys drum up some future headlines for the second half of the NHL season. Panthers and Leafs playoff chances, next teams for Stamkos and Panarin, Celebrini and the Hart, and much more. Also: Trivia! Top goal-scorers of the 2025 calendar year.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Recapping Week 1 overreactions3:06 - Introducing future headlines concept3:22 - Panthers and playoffs5:45 - Cup Final matchup, winner9:24 - Stamkos trade destination13:34 - Panarin free agency fit17:14 - Enticing Hart Trophy case24:22 - Maple Leafs and playoffs28:44 - Trivia! Top goal-scorers of 2025 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#MacklinCelebrini #ArtemiPanarin #NHL

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys talk NHL prospects: biggest team takeaways and strongest player performances from the 2026 world juniors, plus a 10-team midseason mock draft. Is Gavin McKenna still the presumptive No. 1 pick?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - World juniors debrief: Top takeaways8:55 - World juniors debrief: Strong impressions 16:23 - Midseason mock draft 17:02 - No. 1 pick: Canucks20:04 - No. 2: Jets24:54 - No. 3: Flames26:56 - No. 4: Blackhawks28:20 - No. 5: Mammoth31:00 - No. 6: Blues32:30 - No. 7: Predators34:15 - No. 8: Rangers36:55 - No. 9: Blue Jackets38:39 - No. 10: Sharks40:35 - Remembering David Branch Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#VancouverCanucks #WinnipegJets #GavinMcKenna

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys preview the 2026 World Junior Championship. Who are the key players to watch? Will Canada right the ship after consecutive poor showings? Can the USA three-peat on home ice? Also: handing out Christmas gifts to NHL teams!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Our favorite world juniors moment2:35 - Player to watch at 2026 WJC: Gavin McKenna5:10 - Player to watch: Ivar Stenberg9:10 - Players to watch: Multiple top D-men12:22 - Will Canada right the ship and win gold? 16:35 - Host U.S. vying for three-peat 22:30 - Handing out a Christmas gift to the Sabres27:14 - Handing out a gift to the Kraken29:41 - Handing out a gift to Maple Leafs Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#TeamCanada #IIHF #WorldJuniorChampionships

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys unpack the Quinn Hughes blockbuster then tier all 32 NHL teams a couple of weeks shy of 2025-26's halfway point. How good is Minnesota, really? Which teams are certified Stanley Cup contenders? One trade away from contending? Fraudulent?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - High-level Quinn Hughes trade takeaways7:47 - Bottom-tier teams after last week's trades9:31 - Edmonton12:20 - Florida15:14 - Detroit18:17 - Montreal20:25 - Anaheim23:40 - Tampa Bay27:03 - Washington30:20 - Minnesota35:30 - Vegas37:40 - Carolina41:29 - Dallas43:25 - ColoradoFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#coloradoavalanche #montrealcanadiens #nhl

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys deep dive the Quinn Hughes trade saga. What makes this situation unique? What would a Devils-Canucks trade even look like? Do Carolina, Philadelphia, and Detroit have better packages to offer Vancouver? Plus: Brothers-related NHL trivia!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Latest updates on the Quinn Hughes saga1:27 - The league-wide magnitude of a potential Hughes trade6:30 - New Hughes-Devils mock trades16:55 - What would a Hughes trade mean for Vancouver?22:24 - What would it mean for New Jersey?26:52 - Our favorite alternate landing spots for Hughes37:48 - Trivia! How many sets of active NHL brothers can you name?Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#QuinnHughes #VancouverCanucks #NewJerseyDevils

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys play trade matchmaker. What are the needs of the NHL's Stanley Cup contenders, and which players fit those needs? Spicy mock trades for Montreal, Carolina, New Jersey, Edmonton, Colorado, and Anaheim. Plus: the return of career-path trivia!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)00:00 - Is the trade drought about to end?1:19 - Canadiens' need: Second-line center5:07 - Hurricanes' need: Right-handed defenseman8:43 - Devils' need: One more Hughes bro15:22 - Oilers' need: Goalie20:52 - Avalanche's need: Playoff warrior winger 25:20 - Ducks' need: Center depth and Cup experience32:35 - Trivia! Name the player based on career pathFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #JordanBinnington #QuinnHughes

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys project the United States' 2026 Olympic men's hockey roster. Which players are locks? Which non-locks have the upper hand? Are J.T. Miller and Cole Caufield no-brainer picks? Also: we lay out the cases for our favorite bubble players!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)00:00 - Who are Team USA's Olympic locks?2:15 - Filling out the third and fourth lines 12:53 - Hard decisions at 13th, 14th forward21:00 - Do youngsters round out the blue line? 26:54 - Goalies: Hellebuyck, Oettinger, then who? 31:08 - Odd Man Out: Our favorite bubble playersFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#TeamUSA #Olympics #NHL

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys project Team Canada's men's roster for the Olympics. Is Macklin Celebrini a lock? Could Matthew Schaefer actually make the team? What about the goaltending? All that and more!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Also on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uKsxIahXBXkpuvYHeP9Jz?si=f9bf2bfd1b634accApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/top-shelf/id1784581959Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#TeamCanada #Olympics #NHL

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss the Hockey Hall of Fame candidacies of some active NHLers. Who's more worthy of the Hall call, Brad Marchand or Corey Perry? Matthews or Eichel? Doughty or Kopitar? Also: Hall of Fame-themed trivia!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Also on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uKsxIahXBXkpuvYHeP9Jz?si=f9bf2bfd1b634accApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/top-shelf/id1784581959Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #AustonMatthews #JackEichel

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys debate the merits of some early-season trends. Will the Penguins hang around the playoff race all year? Are the Maple Leafs too slow to contend? What's real and what's not in the NHL? Also: Hockey Hall of Fame trivia!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@LeviSmithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)Also on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uKsxIahXBXkpuvYHeP9Jz?si=f9bf2bfd1b634accApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/top-shelf/id1784581959Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#EvgeniMalkin #MontrealCanadiens #TorontoMapleLeafs

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!On this week's episode of Top Shelf, the guys fill out an All-Surprise Team and an All-Disappointment Team roughly 10 games into the season. Which players have left strong impressions one way or another? Plus: the return of Top Shelf trivia!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)0:00 - Which players have left strong impressions? 1:23 - All-Surprise Team: 3 forwards 11:06 - All-Surprise: 2 defensemen 15:10 All-Surprise: 1 goalie 16:33 - All-Disappointing Team: 3 forwards 26:26 - All-Disappointing: 2 defensemen 34:23 - All-Disappointing: 1 goalie 36:37 - Top Shelf trivia! Players carrying the offense Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#austonmatthews #matthewschaefer #nhl

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!Tanking, under-performing and exceeding expectations; all 7 Canadian teams are off to wildly different starts. So on this episode of Top Shelf, the guys decided to throw all 7 clubs north of the border into a tier list.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)0:00 - Intro3:10 - Calgary Flames6:40 - Ottawa Senators11:10 - Edmonton Oilers14:04 - Toronto Maple Leafs21:35 - Montreal Canadiens26:18 - Vancouver Canucks33:29 - Winnipeg JetsFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#MontrealCanadiens #EdmontonOilers #TorontoMapleLeafs

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!One week into the NHL season and it is officially time to overreact! On this episode of top shelf the guys go through their biggest early season hot takes: Is Schaefer bound for the Olympics? Could Nazar score more points than Celebrini? And are the Leafs kinda… mid? Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#MatthewSchaefer #TorontoMapleLeafs #NHL

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Enterprise!The guys are back for Season 2! On this week’s episode, they unpack the various layers of the truly shocking Connor McDavid extension, then project which pending free agents will exceed the Oilers superstar’s team-friendly cap hit.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#ConnorMcDavid #NHL #KirillKaprizov

On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys serve up one big-picture thought each on all 32 NHL teams!Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)0:00 - Let's get into it1:00 - Anaheim2:20 - Boston4:10 - Buffalo5:45 - Calgary9:00 - Carolina11:20 - Chicago14:30 - Colorado15:57 - Columbus17:55 - Dallas20:30 - Detroit22:05 - Edmonton23:58 - Florida25:32 - Los Angeles28:50 - Minnesota29:45 - Montreal32:10 - Nashville34:10 - New Jersey35:46 - NY Islanders37:05 - NY Rangers38:40 - Ottawa40:00 - Philadelphia41:20 - Pittsburgh43:10 - San Jose44:00 - Seattle45:10 - St Louis47:38 - Tampa Bay49:45 - Toronto53:30 - Utah55:50 - Vancouver57:35 - Vegas59:00 - Washington1:01:39 - Winnipeg1:05:00 - See Ya Next YearFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#MitchMarner #NHL #FloridaPanthers

It’s NHL draft week! On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys go through their boldest predictions for what should be a wacky offseason.Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)2:00 - JJ Peterka5:30 - Columbus8:15 - Utah11:30 - Toronto16:20 - Goalie Trades19:55 - Yzerplan23:30 - Bennett & Marchand27:35 - McDavid ContractFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#ErikKarlsson #ConnorMcDavid #FloridaPanthers

On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys run through the entire first round of the 2025 NHL Draft to see how it could all play out on draft night.Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) Josh Wegman (@JoshWegman_ | X)0:00 - Welcome to the show!0:38 - Islanders1:30 - Sharks1:45 - Blackhawks2:34 - Mammoth3:55 - Predators4:44 - Flyers7:17 - Bruins9:07 - Kraken10:10 - Sabres11:45 - Ducks13:48 - Penguins15:02 - Rangers16:27 - Red Wings17:14 - Blue Jackets17:59 - Canucks19:03 - Canadiens20:54 - Flames22:07 - Blues23:55 - Blue Jackets25:11 - Senators26:10 - Flyers28:08 - Kings30:00 - Blackhawks30:39 - Predators31:16 - Capitals33:27 - Jets36:03 - Hurricanes37:43 - Sharks39:15 - Flames41:52 - Flyers43:30 - Best Day 2 targetsFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #Draft #MockDraft

On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys look into the crystal ball to determine the futures of the NHLs biggest free agents + test their knowledge of past Free Agent Frenzy with the return of Top Shelf Trivia!Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#MitchMarner #BradMarchand #SamBennett

It’s officially Stanley Cup Final time! On this episode of Top Shelf the guys give their Cup picks before getting into some offseason chatter around the NHLs 6 biggest problem teams.Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #Playoffs #StanleyCupFinal

Let’s talk trades! On this episode of Top Shelf the guys throw together some mock trades for 10 of the NHLs hottest commodities.Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Also on Spotify:Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#eliaspettersson #marcorossi #StanleyCupPlayoffs

On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys put their GM hats on to fill out the 2025-26 Maple Leafs roster and also try to name all of the Leafs killers of this era + are we headed for a Stanley Cup Final rematch?Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#TorontoMapleLeafs #NHL #StanleyCupPlayoffs

On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys recap everything going on in the second round of the playoffs and discuss their dream Stanley Cup Final matchups + what’s with all the super tall forwards in the NHL?Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#TorontoMapleLeafs #EdmontonOilers #StanleyCupPlayoffs

After last year’s draft lottery was completely chalk, well, Monday night created chaos. On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys break down the fallout from the lottery and project how the top-16 picks of the 2025 NHL Draft could play out.Hosted by: Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)0:00 - Lottery chaos2:38 - Islanders5:10 - Sharks6:50 - Blackhawks9:00 - Utah11:10 - Predators13:08 - Flyers14:28 - Bruins16:35 - Kraken18:13 - Sabres20:11 - Ducks22:41 - Penguins23:35 - Rangers25:25 - Red Wings26:35 - Blue Jackets27:55 - Canucks29:45 - Canadiens31:50 - Favorite prospects33:08 - Kyle’s honorable mentionsFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #Draft #Lottery

On today's episode of Top Shelf, the guys recap what's been an electric 1st-round of playoff hockey so far. Who's the team to beat? Which players have broken out, and which have disappointed? Then, some discussion about some non-playoff teams, before capping the show off with a fun "Where Did These Guys Win a Cup?" trivia installment.Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #Playoffs #StanleyCup

On this edition of Top Shelf, the guys dissect the first few days of the NHL Playoffs + go head to head in Stanley Cup Playoff Jeopardy!Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Also on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uKsxIahXBXkpuvYHeP9Jz?si=f9bf2bfd1b634accApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/top-shelf/id1784581959Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #Playoffs #StanleyCup

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys preview and give their predictions for every series in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Can the Senators knock off the Leafs? Is it finally time for Los Angeles to advance past the Oilers? Do the Canadiens have a chance against Washington? Then, the show closes with a mystery playoff bracket edition of trivia.Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)0:00 - Intro1:22 - Maple Leafs vs. Senators (01:22)7:41 - Lightning vs. Panthers (07:41)11:26 - Capitals vs. Canadiens (11:26)15:13 - Hurricanes vs. Devils (15:13)17:30 - Jets vs. Blues (17:30)22:02 - Stars vs. Avalanche (22:02)25:26 - Golden Knights vs. Wild (25:26)28:35 - Kings vs. Oilers (28:35)34:37 - Predicting the Cup Final, Conn Smythe (34:37)36:32 - Trivia! Fill out this mystery playoff bracket (36:32)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Ottawa: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yowa&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep20YouTubeWinnipeg: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=ywg&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep20YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #Playoffs #StanleyCup

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!It’s time for the Scannies! Top Shelf’s flagship NHL award show. The guys cover the leagues best goons, top defensive defencemen and biggest Galaxy brain GMs!Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Explore Everywhere: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/browse-view/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&origin=ca&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep19YouTubeMontreal: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=ymq&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep19YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #Playoffs #StanleyCup

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss the top Stanley Cup contenders, the Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens’ postseason paths, and draft the NHL’s most underrated players. Then, John Matisz joins the show to chat more about the Sens and their timeline back to the playoffs, before a special Masters-themed draft battle. Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Edmonton: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yeg&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep18YouTubeMontreal: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=ymq&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep18YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #EdmontonOilers #MontrealCanadiens

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ potential first-round opponents in the Florida Panthers and Ottawa Senators, Mitch Marner’s imperative playoffs, and Toronto’s postseason X-factors. Then, John Matisz joins the show to chat about Alex Ovechkin’s record and if anyone can catch him, before a special Ovi edition of trivia.Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X) John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Ottawa: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yowa&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep17YouTubeToronto: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yyz&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep17YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#AustonMatthews #AlexOvechkin #TorontoMapleLeafs

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys chat April Fools’ memories before diving into the NHL’s most pleasantly surprising teams, those who have failed to meet expectations, how a Maple Leafs-Senators playoff series would be chaos, and draft prospects to watch in the CHL postseason, before a career playoff games draft-battle edition of trivia.Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)0:00 - Happy April Fools' Day! 2:23 - What team has surprised the most this season? 10:32 - And which team is the biggest joke, failing to meet expectations? 16:12 - A Leafs-Senators series would be chaos 20:48 - Draft-eligible prospects to watch in the CHL playoffs29:57 - Trivia! Drafting active players with the most playoff games Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Ottawa: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yowa&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep16YouTubeDominican Republic: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=do&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep16YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#StevenStamkos #NHL #Playoffs

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!It’s time to tackle Hockeys toughest debates! On this episode of Top Shelf the guys make their cases for Ovechkin surpassing Crosby’s legacy, Bedard versus Celebrini + Will the Leafs ever win with Auston Matthews?Hosted by: Aidan Thakkar (@Aidan_Thakkar | X)Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Flights to Toronto: https://www.skyscanner.ca/flights-to/ytoa/cheap-flights-to-toronto.html?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yyz&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep15YouTubeFlights to Cancun: https://www.skyscanner.ca/flights-to/cun/cheap-flights-to-cancun-airport/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=cun&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep15YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#AlexOvechkin #SidneyCrosby #AustonMatthews

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys discuss NHL trade deadline overpayments, directionless teams, officials making headlines, intriguing prospects at the NCAA Frozen Four, and more, before engaging in some Canadian-themed NHL grid trivia!Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Flights to Toronto: https://www.skyscanner.ca/flights-to/ytoa/cheap-flights-to-toronto.html?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yyc&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep14YouTubeFlights to Calgary: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yyc&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep14YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #NCAA #FrozenFour

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!On this episode of Top Shelf, the guys chat about the Western Conference wild card race, fill out an NHL March Madness bracket, break down the goalie market, discuss the unique case of Hannah Miller, and engage in some 2013 draft-related trivia. Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Flights to Vancouver: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yvr&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep13YouTubeFlights to Edmonton: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=yeg&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep13YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #MarchMadness #Bracket

Welcome to Top Shelf, presented by Skyscanner!On today’s episode of Top Shelf, the guys chat about the Marner-Rantanen blockbuster that never was, draft Stanley Cup contenders, marvel at Ovi's goal pace, talk influential women in hockey, and engage in some captain-related trivia. Hosted by: Levi Smith (@levismithh | X)John Matisz (@MatiszJohn | X)Kyle Cushman (@Kyle_Cush | X)Skyscanner | Score Top Shelf Travel Deals!Flights to Winnipeg: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=ywg&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep12YouTubeFlights to Turks and Caicos: https://skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to/?mediaPartnerId=5933861&destination=tc&market=CA&locale=en-US&currency=CAD&utm_term=Ep12YouTubeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theScoreFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theScoreFollow us on X: https://twitter.com/theScore#NHL #MikkoRantanen #MitchMarner