The Jeff Marek Show

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Sportsnet insider Jeff Marek goes around the league in Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national NHL show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman.

The Rangers Clinch + Hyman’s Magical Season Continues
Yesterday at 6:08 PM

Jeff and Producer Matt recap a busy night in the NHL including Nashville’s comeback win, Washington’s big overtime victory over Detroit and the nastiness between the Bruins and Panthers. Arthur Staple of The Athletic joins the show for a look at the Rangers becoming the first team to clinch a playoff spot, Artemi Panarin reaching the 100-point plateau and Vincent Trocheck’s offensive evolution (31:32). Later on, Sportsnet Oilers analyst Louie DeBrusk chats about the increase in fighting around the NHL, why Zach Hyman has been able to set a career-high in goals and the latest surrounding Evander Kane...


MvsW: Who Are the GM of the Year Candidates?
Yesterday at 5:41 PM

Jeff and Greg discuss a comparison of Trevor Zegras and Pavel Datsyuk, the idea of not trying to change players stylistically and who the GM of the Year candidates are. Next, they look how things have gone so bad for the Sharks, the potential of getting Macklin Celebrini and if Mike Grier has done what was needed to be done. To wrap up, Jeff and Greg chat about how great a Boston-Florida series would be, the battle between Washington and Detroit down the stretch and the video tribute to Jake Guentzel in Pittsburgh.

 

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Jon Cooper Joins the Show + Washington’s Playoff Run
Last Tuesday at 6:03 PM

Jeff chats with Producer Matt about Jonathan Marchessault’s future in Vegas, the success of Los Angeles' top line and playoff clinching scenarios. Next up, Tarik El-Bashir, Capitals Insider with Monumental Sports Network, looks at Washington’s very interesting season, the job Spencer Carbery has done in his first year behind the bench and Charlie Lindgren’s under the radar season (30:46). Later on, Head Coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning Jon Cooper reflects on the 11th anniversary of his hiring and coaching in the extra frame, before taking a insightful look at Nikita Kucherov (50:02).

 

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The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: The Empty Net Strategy
Last Tuesday at 5:43 PM

Jeff and Elliotte kick things off discussing the ideal strategy behind pulling the goalie in a tie game, the narrative around the Kings and how impactful Viktor Arvidsson has been. Later, Elliotte weighs in on Toronto’s injuries and roster composition, what went wrong with New Jersey and really big matchup between the Jets and Oilers.

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.


The Preds' Great Run + A Potential Match Between the NCAA & CHL
Last Monday at 6:06 PM

Jeff is joined by Robby Stanley, co-host of Robby and Rexrode on 102.5 The Game, to look at Nashville’s incredible run of success, Filip Forsberg’s great season and Roman Josi’s Hart Trophy resume. Next up, the host of Hockey Prospect Radio on NHL Network Radio, Shane Malloy chats about the potential for an agreement with the NCAA and the CHL and what it means for the development models for all leagues involved (19:22). Later on, producer Matt adds to the NCAA-CHL conversation before discussing a new pair of scorers reaching the 50-goal mark (53:24). 

 

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The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: The Crowded Presidents’ Trophy Race
Last Monday at 4:43 PM

Jeff and Elliotte start by discussing the amount of teams still in the Presidents’ Trophy race, Vancouver’s clinching scenario and how the Canucks have managed without Thatcher Demko. Next, they look at Artemi Panarin’s incredible season, Colorado’s comeback win over Pittsburgh and Andrew Brunette’s coach of the year candidacy. To wrap, Jeff and Elliotte chat about Washington jumping into a playoff spot and if the only race for a playoff spot we might see is in the Eastern Conference.

 

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Brian Burke and Rick Nash Join the Show
Last Friday at 6:04 PM

Jeff kicks off the show with The Athletics’ Michael Russo as they discuss Lou Nanne retiring from calling the Minnesota State Championships after 60 years behind the mic. The pair also dive into the Wild’s playoff chances, the issues that have plagued Minnesota this season, what Brock Faber’s next contract will look like, and his takeaways from the NHL GM Meetings. Next up, former NHL executive Brian Burke joins the show to discuss his experiences at GM Meetings in the past, what the first gathering was like, how George Parros has handled his role with the NHL's Department of Pla...


The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: What's Behind Couturier's Healthy Scratch + When Will Demko Return?
Last Friday at 4:45 PM

Jeff and Elliotte kick off the show discussing how Seth Jarvis has become a focal personality around the NHL. Then, the pair weigh in on John Tortorella’s curious handling of the Sean Couturier scratching, how the team has done in his absence, if Torts is messing around with the media, and more. Later, they comment on Keith Jones and Danny Briere’s thoughts about Philadelphia's play this season, how proposed rule changes could impact video coaches, and if Jacob Markström will get the start tomorrow against the Canucks. Jeff and Elliotte wrap up the week with thoughts on wh...


Breaking Down the Race For the Central + Isles Need to Play “Connected Hockey”
03/21/2024

Jeff kicks off the show with Jets reporter Sara Orlesky as they break down how Winnipeg stacks up in the dog fight for the Central Division. They discuss the Jets' final road trip of the season, how the team has looked with Scott Arniel is behind the bench, Connor Hellebuyck’s play, and more. Next up, Red Wings play-by-play voice Ken Daniels shares his ideas for an offside rule change, before teeing up Detroit's massive matchup against the Islanders and Dylan Larkin's potential return (18:20). Later on, Newsday’s Andrew Gross breaks down the state of the Islanders, the team's need...


The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: NHL GM Meetings Recap + Will Couturier Be Scratched Again Tonight ?
03/21/2024

Jeff kicks off the show with Elliotte Friedman as he returns from the GM meetings in Florida. They discuss the flurry of rule change proposals, Columbus’ search for a new GM and what the Blue Jackets are looking for in their next leader. Later they pair try to make sense of why Sean Couturier is expected to be scratched by head coach John Tortorella for the second consecutive game.

 

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