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In this episode, we break down the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline with an updated look at our full NHL trade board. We highlight the players most likely to be moved, which teams should be buyers, which teams should be sellers, and which clubs should hold as the market shifts. We wrap up with a quick look at the Buffalo Sabres and the strong run of games they’re putting together

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Zach opens the episode with breaking news out of Pittsburgh as Sidney Crosby is ruled out a minimum of four weeks and the Penguins swing a major trade for Samuel Girard from the Colorado Avalanche. Then, Jess Amato joins the show for a deep dive into the explosive growth of women’s hockey — from the rise of the PWHL to the role models, media coverage, and cultural momentum pushing the sport forward. If you’re following the NHL, the Penguins’ playoff push, or the booming world of women’s hockey, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

In this episode we discuss the US men's hockey team defeating Canada in an OT thriller to win the gold medal at the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics

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In this episode, we break down both 2026 Olympic Hockey Semifinals — Canada vs Finland and USA vs Slovakia — and how each matchup set the stage for the final. Then we dive into our full USA vs Canada Gold Medal Game Preview, looking at key players, storylines, and what each team needs to do to win. Who takes home Olympic gold on Sunday?

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In this episode, we break down the Women’s Hockey Gold Medal Game between Team USA and Team Canada at the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics. Can the United States complete a perfect undefeated run, or will Canada deliver the ultimate spoiler on the biggest stage? We then shift to the Men’s Olympic Hockey Quarterfinals, where chaos took over the bracket as three of the four games went to overtime. We recap every matchup, highlight the biggest moments, and analyze how each result reshaped the tournament. Finally, we look ahead to the Men’s Semifinals, discuss the matchups, and debate who sh...

Zach flies solo in this episode as he recaps the Men’s Olympic Hockey Preliminary Round, breaking down the biggest surprises, disappointments, and how the knockout bracket is shaping up. He highlights Slovakia’s surge, medal contenders, and who could take home Olympic gold. Then he shifts to the Women’s Tournament, where Team USA continues its dominant run, racking up shutouts and outscoring opponents 26–1. With the semifinals set, Zach predicts how the final medal games will play out

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In this episode, we kick things off with the excitement building around the start of Men’s Olympic Hockey. We break down our full 2026 Olympic Hockey preview, including roster thoughts, matchup expectations, and our predictions for who takes home the gold. From there, we shift to the NHL standings heading into the break, looking at where every team sits and whether we could see any major movement once play resumes. We also revisit our preseason award picks and compare them to our updated choices based on how the season has unfolded. Next, we dive into the Columbus Blue Jackets’ surp...

In this episode, we break down the LA Kings trading for Artemi Panarin and immediately signing him to a two‑year extension. We also cover the Devils acquiring Nick Bjugstad, the incredible Stadium Series game on Sunday night, and how the Tampa Bay Lightning have been the NHL’s best team over the last 20+ games. After that, we dive into the situation in Philadelphia involving Rick Tocchet and Matvei Michkov. We wrap up with Barry Trotz stepping down as the Predators’ GM.

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We break down a massive day of NHL news, starting with Patrick Kane passing Mike Modano to become the highest‑scoring American‑born player in league history. We also dive into Rasmus Dahlin’s frustration with the huge number of Canadiens fans in Buffalo, the upcoming Stadium Series matchup in Tampa Bay, and Linus Ullmark’s return to the Ottawa Senators. From there, we look at the Columbus Blue Jackets’ surge under new head coach Rick Bowness and why the Eastern Conference playoff race has turned into complete chaos. To wrap things up, we run through every major NHL award race...

In this episode, we break down a massive week of NHL news and rumors. The New York Islanders pull off two trades, the Colorado Avalanche lock up Sam Malinski with a new extension, and the Detroit Red Wings re‑sign Ben Chiarot. We dive into whether Artemi Panarin has played his final game as a New York Ranger, the William Nylander controversy fueling the Toronto Maple Leafs’ struggles, and why the Buffalo Sabres’ recent surge looks sustainable. It’s a full roundup of NHL trades, contract extensions, drama, and team storylines from around the league.

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Dive into today’s NHL Rumor Mill as we break down Mitch Marner’s return to Toronto. To wrap things up, we take a full look around the NHL standings, highlighting which teams are heating up and which ones are struggling to keep pace. If you’re following NHL rumors, trade news, and league trends, this episode has everything you need.

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In this episode, we break down the Buffalo Sabres signing Josh Doan to a massive long‑term extension and what it means for the team’s future. We also dive into two major NHL trades from the week — the Calgary Flames moving Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights and the Vancouver Canucks sending Kiefer Sherwood to the San Jose Sharks. From there, we react to Jackson LaCombe replacing Seth Jones on Team USA’s Olympic roster and what that change signals for the tournament. We wrap up with our full NHL Contenders and Pretenders list for this season.

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In today’s episode, we break down the latest NHL news starting with the Rasmus Andersson trade talks that are heating up as multiple contenders circle the Flames’ top defenseman. We then dive into the New York Rangers’ plan to retool and reshape their roster over the next few years. Finally, we take a look at two of the league’s hottest teams — the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning — both riding impressive streaks and climbing the standings.

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In today’s episode, we break down the 2026 NHL Draft coming to Buffalo before diving into the Columbus Blue Jackets’ head‑coaching change. We roll into our midseason Rookie Report with updates on the league’s top first‑year players, then examine the New York Rangers’ recent collapse and what’s driving their downturn. To wrap things up, we go around the league and discuss the latest NHL trade rumors and the players whose names are starting to surface

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In this episode, Elodie joins the show as we break down one of the biggest surprises of the season — the Pittsburgh Penguins — and look at which other NHL teams are overperforming or underperforming. We then dive into Team Canada’s projected Olympic roster and debate the toughest decisions. After that, we take a full look around the league standings and wrap things up with our midseason playoff predictions

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In today’s episode, we break down the latest NHL news and trade rumors from around the league. We start with the Philadelphia Flyers locking up Christian Dvorak to a contract extension, plus updates on the Edmonton Oilers shopping Andrew Mangiapane and the Vancouver Canucks exploring moves involving Kiefer Sherwood. We then dive into the Tampa Bay Lightning’s red‑hot surge to first place in the Atlantic Division, followed by a debate on whether it’s time to use the word “generational” when talking about Matthew Schaefer. Next, we analyze the Winnipeg Jets’ sudden downward spiral and what’s gone wrong. To...

In this episode, we break down the newly revealed 2026 Olympic hockey rosters for Team USA, Canada, Sweden, and Finland. We go through the biggest surprises, snubs, breakout picks, and roster battles as the top nations gear up for the Games. We wrap up with the Buffalo Sabres, who are riding a 10‑game winning streak and chasing franchise history.

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In this episode we discuss the world juniors starting then we get into the Toronto Maple Leafs struggles and if they can turn it around. Lastky we take a look around the league to discuss where every team stands as we get closer to the New Year

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In this episode, we break down two trades from earlier this week — Philip Danault heading to the Canadiens and Mason Marchment joining the Blue Jackets — before diving into our full Team USA and Team Canada Olympic roster previews and predictions. We debate roster locks, surprise picks, and the players who could swing the tournament, then wrap things up by asking the question Sabres fans haven’t dared to ask in years: is Buffalo finally becoming a competent organization again

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In this episode we dive into the biggest stories around the NHL, starting with the latest Connor Bedard injury update and how it impacts the Chicago Blackhawks as well as his chances of representing Team Canada at the 2026 Olympics. We then shift into Team Canada roster speculation, spotlighting rising stars Macklin Celebrini and Matthew Schaefer as potential additions. The conversation heats up in Buffalo where the Sabres fire GM Kevyn Adams and bring in Jarmo Kekalainen to take over the front office. Finally, we break down the New York Islanders’ scorching hot start to the season and debate whether th...

This episode covers a wild week in the NHL filled with blockbuster trades and breaking news. The Edmonton Oilers made two major moves, including a deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins that saw Stuart Skinner and Tristan Jarry traded. Then, in one of the biggest trades in NHL history, the Vancouver Canucks shocked fans by sending Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for an insane package. To wrap things up, we dive into reports that the Buffalo Sabres are holding internal discussions about potentially firing GM Kevyn Adams as early as Monday.

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In this episode, we break down the latest NHL trade rumors and storylines. Philip Danault has surfaced on the trade block, while Tristan Jarry is being linked to the Edmonton Oilers. The Penguins have made it clear that salary retention is off the table, meaning any deal would have to be a true hockey trade with money moving both ways. We also dive into the growing tension around the Olympics, as NHL players are threatening to skip if ice conditions aren’t up to standard. On top of that, we explore the blockbuster buzz surrounding Quinn Hughes and whether th...

In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest storylines across the NHL. We start with Morgan Geekie’s surprising emergence as one of the league’s top goal scorers, before shifting to the ongoing issues surrounding the 2026 Olympic hockey arena in Milan. From there, we break down the Colorado Avalanche’s record‑breaking pace and contrast it with the struggles of the Winnipeg Jets, who are clearly missing star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. To wrap things up, we highlight the rise of Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard as true NHL superstars while taking a quick glance around the latest l...

In this episode, Zach breaks down some of the biggest stories around the NHL. He starts with the Montreal Canadiens locking up defenseman Mike Matheson to a contract extension and what that means for their blue line moving forward. From there, he shifts to the Dallas Stars and other teams unveiling new jerseys, giving his take on the designs and how fans are reacting. The conversation then turns to the Vancouver Canucks, who have made their veterans available on the trade market while keeping Quinn Hughes off limits. Zach explores what this decision could mean for Hughes’ future in Va...

In this episode, Zach breaks down major NHL storylines: Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck sidelined for 4–6 weeks, and the team locking in Adam Lowry with a contract extension. He dives into trade buzz with Pavel Mintyukov requesting a move and Brad Lambert exploring new opportunities. Zach also highlights the Minnesota Wild’s hot streak and analyzes the jam‑packed Eastern Conference playoff race

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We kick off with Adrian Kempe’s massive 8-year, $85M extension as the LA Kings lock in their new offensive centerpiece. Then it’s chaos in Detroit as the Rangers and Red Wings erupt into a bench-clearing brawl after Mason Appleton’s post-buzzer puck shot. Next, we dive into the Nashville Predators’ brutal start — Stamkos, O’Reilly, and Saros are struggling, and it might be time to blow it up. Over in St. Louis, the Blues are taking calls on everyone, including Jordan Kyrou, while Buchnevich and Parayko emerge as prime trade candidates. And finally, it’s Thursday Therapy featuring the...

Brad Marchand hits a massive milestone with his 1000th career NHL point, and we break down what it means for the Boston Bruins. Zach dives into some key contract extensions, including Scott Wedgewood joining the Colorado Avalanche and Shane Pinto re‑upping with the Ottawa Senators. The New Jersey Devils look like a legit Stanley Cup contender, even with Jack Hughes sidelined for eight weeks. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres are spiraling toward the bottom of the NHL standings, raising big questions about their future. We wrap things up with our NHL Stock Watch, highlighting players and teams trending up an...

In today’s episode, we kick things off with a quick look at the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony, then dive into why the Colorado Avalanche are the most dominant team in the NHL right now. Next up: the Boston Bruins’ 7-game win streak and David Pastrnak’s milestone 400th NHL goal—is Boston heating up at the perfect time? Finally, this week’s Thursday Therapy segment puts the spotlight on the Edmonton Oilers—what’s going wrong, and can they fix it?

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Alex Ovechkin hits 900 goals, Zadorov drops the gloves, and Dahlin steps away — we break down all the latest NHL drama. Plus, the PWHL reveals new expansion team nicknames, jerseys, and logos. Then we dive into the youth movement sweeping the league: Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and a wave of young stars are dominating early. We wrap up with Stock Watch — who's rising, who's falling, and who's flying under the radar

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We kick things off with the NHL’s big announcement: the Dallas Stars will host a Stadium Series game in 2027, marking a significant moment in the spotlight for the franchise. Then we shift focus to the Anaheim Ducks, who are off to an incredibly hot start—are they for real, or just riding early momentum? We also take a look at the Toronto Maple Leafs and debate whether they’ve finally turned the corner. From there, we dive into the Eastern Conference, which is shaping up to be deeper and more competitive than ever. Finally, we wrap things up with o...

Martin Necas signs a massive 8-year, $92M extension with the Avalanche — is he worth $11.5M per year? Jacob Markstrom locks in with the Devils, and we dive into this week’s hottest NHL debates in our Buy or Sell segment: Are the Canadiens the best team in the Atlantic? Can Pavel Dorofeyev actually score 50 goals? Are the Flyers legit or just hot in October? Are the Ducks the most entertaining team in hockey? Is Tampa Bay officially back after four straight wins?

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In this episode, we break down Nikita Kucherov reaching 1,000 career points and Sidney Crosby hitting the 1,700-game milestone—two legendary achievements in NHL history. Then we dive into Logan Cooley’s massive 8-year extension with the Utah Mammoth and how Utah’s red-hot start is turning heads across the league. Are they building a juggernaut? We also analyze the Seattle Kraken’s surprising position in the Pacific Division—can they sustain it, or is regression coming? Finally, Mariah Stark of The Hockey Writers joins us for Thursday Therapy to unpack what’s gone wrong for the Minnesota Wild early this season...

In this episode, we break down the Vancouver Canucks' trade for Lukas Reichel and what it means for their forward depth. Then we spotlight Matthew Schaefer’s electric rookie start and ask: is he the NHL’s next breakout star? We also dive into the New Jersey Devils’ seven-game win streak and what’s fueling their early dominance. Next, we analyze the Pittsburgh Penguins’ hot start—can they keep it up? Finally, we look back at the 2005 NHL salary cap overhaul and how it reshaped the league forever.

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In this episode, we break down Brad Marchand’s emotional return to Boston and react to Sharks head coach Ryan Warofsky’s fiery comments about building a winning culture. We debate whether the Detroit Red Wings’ hot start is legit or just another early-season mirage. Then it’s time for our new segment “Thursday Therapy”, where we dive into the Calgary Flames’ rough start and what’s going wrong. Finally, we’re joined by Matthew Zator of The Hockey Writers to talk about the Vancouver Canucks’ red-hot start and what’s fueling their early success.

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In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest NHL storylines of the week. The Vegas Golden Knights have signed Carter Hart to a PTO, sparking debate about their goaltending depth and Hart’s potential comeback. We also cover key injury updates, with Brady Tkachuk and Anze Kopitar both sidelined and their teams feeling the impact. Lane Hutson has signed a contract extension with the Montreal Canadiens, who are off to a hot start this season — is their rebuild ahead of schedule? We touch on standout rookies across the league before shifting focus to the New York Rangers’ scorin...

In this episode, we break down two major NHL contract extensions: Kyle Connor extends with the Winnipeg Jets. Jack Eichel inks a new deal with the Vegas Golden Knights

Then we dive into early season NHL overreactions: Is the Sabres’ season already over?  Are the Bruins and Penguins legit playoff teams?

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🔥 Frank Nazar is making the Blackhawks look brilliant. Joey Daccord is on fire for the Kraken. Rookies are making serious noise. Igor Shesterkin and Jeremy Swayman look ELITE again

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This episode kicks off with a breakdown of three massive NHL contracts. Kirill Kaprizov just signed the largest deal in NHL history, setting a new benchmark for elite talent. Luke Hughes finally re-signed with the Devils, ending speculation and locking in a key piece of their future. Jackson LaCombe also made headlines by landing the biggest contract in Ducks franchise history — a bold move that signals Anaheim’s intent to build around youth.
From there, we dive into our full NHL season preview. We make our picks for major awards like the Hart, Vezina, and Calder, and debate who’...

Aleksander Barkov’s ACL tear could derail the Panthers’ season—how bad is it, and who steps up? We break down the ripple effects across the Atlantic Division. Then we preview the Pacific: Can the Oilers dominate? Are the Canucks for real? Full team-by-team breakdown and bold predictions.

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We break down the newly unveiled centennial jerseys from the New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings, plus the Washington Capitals’ fresh third jersey for the 2025–26 season.

🏒 Anze Kopitar retires—we reflect on his legacy and what it means for the Kings.

📊 We react to The Athletic’s player pool rankings and debate who’s overrated, underrated, and ready to break out.

📍 Then it’s time for our Central Division season preview: - Who’s the favorite to win the division? - Is anyone in the hunt for Gavin McKenna? - And which team could surprise eve...

Marc-Andre Fleury might be heading back to Pittsburgh — we break down his PTO with the Penguins and what it could mean for Crosby and the crew. Dustin Wolf gets a new deal with the Flames, and Kirill Kaprizov reportedly turned down a massive $128 million offer from the Wild. What’s going on there?

Then we shift into our Metropolitan Division season preview. From the Penguins’ last dance vibes to which team might sneak up on people, we cover every angle — surprises, storylines, and what to expect heading into the 2025-26 NHL season.

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