Episodes

  • Free Agency Reaction, Carlsson Offer Sheet, Werenski Staying Put, Ovi Re-Signs in WSH

    Free Agency Reaction, Carlsson Offer Sheet, Werenski Staying Put, Ovi Re-Signs in WSH
    Jul 7 2026
    Dan and Shawn react to recent events during the start of the NHL’s free agency period, opening the show with debate about Philadelphia’s historic offer sheet to Leo Carlsson and the ramifications of the Flyers’ aggressive front office decisions. Next, the guys discuss Zach Werenski’s decision to stay in Columbus after vetoing a trade to Dallas. Dan and Shawn wrap the show with reaction to other free agent signings, including Alex Ovechkin’s new one-year deal with Washington to return for a 22nd NHL season, Sergei Bobrovsky’s signing with Toronto, and Frederik Andersen’s signing with Edmonton.
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    48 mins
  • Trade Reactions & Rumor Mill, Markstrom Returns to FLA, Free Agency Preview

    Trade Reactions & Rumor Mill, Markstrom Returns to FLA, Free Agency Preview
    Jun 30 2026
    Dan and Shawn talk about recent trades in the NHL, including Tuesday’s blockbuster deal sending goaltender Jacob Markstrom from New Jersey back to Florida and what it means for two-time Vezina Trophy winner Sergei Bobrovsky. In the middle of the show, the guys discuss Zach Werenski’s future in Columbus, Dylan Larkin’s future in Detroit, Connor Hellebuyck’s future in Winnipeg, and the ripple effects of any potential trade, as rumors circulate about each of the veteran stars' futures with years left on their contracts. Near the end of the show, the duo reacts to Jason Robertson’s decision to nix a sign-and-trade to Seattle and preview the upcoming free agency period that opens on Wednesday, July 1.
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    43 mins
  • Mike G. Morreale joins; Brady Tkachuk Traded to FLA, Draft Preview, HHOF Class of ‘26

    Mike G. Morreale joins; Brady Tkachuk Traded to FLA, Draft Preview, HHOF Class of ‘26
    Jun 22 2026
    Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL.com senior draft writer and co-host of the “NHL Draft Class” podcast Mike G. Morreale to preview the upcoming NHL Draft, this Friday and Saturday in Buffalo. Morreale shares his perspective on why Toronto should take Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 pick and why San Jose’s selection at No. 2 will be the most pivotal turning point of the draft. The guys open the show with reaction to Sunday’s blockbuster trade between the Ottawa Senators and Florida Panthers, sending Brady Tkachuk to Florida to team up with his brother Matthew in exchange for several draft picks. The crew wraps the show with reaction to the announcement of the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026.
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    55 mins
  • Mike Maniscalco joins; CAR wins Stanley Cup, VGK Parts with Tortorella

    Mike Maniscalco joins; CAR wins Stanley Cup, VGK Parts with Tortorella
    Jun 16 2026
    Dan and Shawn are joined by Carolina Hurricanes broadcaster Mike Maniscalco to discuss Carolina’s years-long journey toward winning the Stanley Cup under head coach Rod Brind’Amour's leadership and share behind-the-scenes stories about the championship-winning celebration and flight home to Raleigh. The guys open the show with discussion about the Stanley Cup Final, and what separated the Canes from the Golden Knights in six games. The duo wraps the show with reaction to breaking news as Vegas parts ways with interim head coach John Tortorella after less than three months on the job, and debates who the Golden Knights should hire as their next head coach.
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    49 mins
  • Stanley Cup Final Drama, Dylan Larkin's trade request, Kings hire Laviolette, Maple Leafs search runs deep

    Stanley Cup Final Drama, Dylan Larkin's trade request, Kings hire Laviolette, Maple Leafs search runs deep
    Jun 10 2026
    Dan and Shawn get into all the Stanley Cup Final drama and storylines surrounding the series.... Jordan Staal's resurgence, the goalie decisions for the Canes, Jack Eichel's scoring issues, the wild comebacks in the series and what's ahead the rest of the way. Plus, they get into Dylan Larkin's trade request, the LA Kings hiring Peter Laviolette, the Oilers coaching search and Joe Pavelski potentially being a fit for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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    47 mins
  • Nic Dowd & Sean Walker join; Stanley Cup Final storylines

    Nic Dowd & Sean Walker join; Stanley Cup Final storylines
    Jun 3 2026
    Dan and Shawn are joined by Nic Dowd of the Vegas Golden Knights and Sean Walker of the Carolina Hurricanes to talk about the Stanley Cup Final, their journeys to get to this point and the coaching matchup between John Tortorella and Rod Brind'Amour. The guys start the episode looking back at an exciting Game 1 and look ahead to the rest of the series for each team. They wrap up the episode with a quick look at Gary Bettman's most recent press conference, the All Star Game festivities at UBS Arena in 2027 and the upcoming NHL Draft in Buffalo.
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    53 mins
  • Nick Cotsonika joins; Conference Final storylines

    Nick Cotsonika joins; Conference Final storylines
    May 28 2026
    Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika for his perspective on the postseason dominance by the Vegas Golden Knights, as Vegas stuns the NHL with a sweep of Presidents’ Trophy winner Colorado to reach their third Stanley Cup Final in the franchise’s nine-year history, and the influence of VGK’s late-season hiring of head coach John Tortorella on the team’s current run. The guys open the show with reaction to Wednesday’s dominant 4-0 win by the Carolina Hurricanes, as the Canes take a 3-1 lead on the Montreal Canadiens in the Eastern Conference Final, and wrap the show with discussion about Colorado’s future after their postseason exit.
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    49 mins
  • Eddie Olczyk joins; MTL Edges BUF in 7, Conference Finals Preview, EDM Fires Knoblauch

    Eddie Olczyk joins; MTL Edges BUF in 7, Conference Finals Preview, EDM Fires Knoblauch
    May 19 2026
    Dan and Shawn are joined by TNT lead analyst Eddie Olczyk (17:15) to preview the upcoming conference finals between Montreal and Carolina in the east and Colorado and Vegas in the west. The guys open the show with reaction to Monday night’s game seven in Buffalo, as Alex Newhook’s second game seven winner of the playoffs propelled Montreal through to the conference final, and debate whether nearly two weeks of rest will help or hurt the Hurricanes versus the Canadiens. The crew wraps the show with debate about Edmonton's decision to dismiss head coach Kris Knoblauch after a pair of Stanley Cup Final appearances and discuss options for his replacement.
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    49 mins