15-34 (.306)
League Note
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the regular season was reduced to 56 games and began on January 13, 2021. Due to cross-border travel restrictions imposed by Canada, the league temporarily realigned for this season, putting all seven Canadian teams into one division.
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2021 Draft Picks
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14
Isak Rosen RW
2
33
Prokhor Poltapov RW
2
53
Aleksandr Kisakov LW
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88
Stiven Sardarian RW
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Aug 26, 2021
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Aug 23, 2021
Team Canada’s Natalie Spooner calls in, the future of the Arizona Coyotes with Katie Strang, Jack Eichel and the “unamused
Team Canada’s Natalie Spooner calls in, the future of the Arizona Coyotes with Katie Strang, Jack Eichel and the “unamused face” emoji tweet, Multiple Choice Madness, and more / First, Ian and Hailey talk about Jack Eichel’s “unamused face” emoji tweet from late last week, which set off yet another whirlwind of speculation about a potential trade out of Buffalo. - - Then, Team Canada’s Natalie Spooner calls in to discuss the first week of IIHF Women's World Championships in Calgary, how the last two years have felt like “the longest offseason of training ever”, Thursday’s rivalry game against Team USA, the importance of the PWHPA, and much more. - - Next, The Athletic’s own Katie Strang joins the show to give an update on the future of the Arizona Coyotes after the City of Glendale informed the franchise it will opt out of its joint lease agreement for Gila River Arena following the 2021-22 season, how unique this situation is in professional sports, the financial health of the Coyotes organization, what would have to happen for hockey to truly thrive in the desert, and much more. - - Plus, to close things out, Ian and Hailey play a round of Multiple Choice Madness about where the Coyotes will be playing five years, if the Flames should be allowed to call Nikita Zadorov “Big Z”, the best goalie to never win a Stanley Cup, and which team improved their Stanley Cup odds the most this offseason. - - And, don’t forget, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 19, 2021
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Aug 5, 2021
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Aug 2, 2021
Evander Kane gambling allegations, the Jack Eichel-Buffalo Sabres standoff intensifies, grading offseason moves with Dom Lusczyszyn, Multiple Choice Madness, and
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Jul 30, 2021
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Jul 28, 2021
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Jul 23, 2021
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Jul 23, 2021
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Jul 14, 2021
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Jul 13, 2021
Unceremonious exit of Duncan Keith with Chicago Blackhawks. Pekka Rinne retires from the NHL and Scott Wheeler breaks down the top US
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1 hour
Jul 7, 2021
Remembering Matīss Kivlenieks. Tampa Bay Lightning can be the first team to win the Stanley Cup on home ice since
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52 minutes
Jul 2, 2021
NHL Draft defensemen breakdown, Corey’s USA Hockey U18 camp dispatch, listener questions, and more / Max and Corey take a
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Jun 29, 2021
Don Granato Agrees to Reported 3-Year Contract as Sabres Head Coach / The Buffalo
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Jun 22, 2021
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1 hour
Jun 18, 2021
NHL Draft: Pronman’s top 151 prospects, Owen Power headed back to Michigan?, listener questions, and more / First, Max and
NHL Draft: Pronman’s top 151 prospects, Owen Power headed back to Michigan?, listener questions, and more / First, Max and Corey discuss presumptive first overall pick Owen Power’s potential return to Michigan for his sophomore season, instead of starting his pro career, if any other draft eligible players could make the leap into the NHL next season, Fabian Lysell being left off Team Sweden’s U20 roster, and more. - - Then, the guys take a look at Corey’s top 151 2021 NHL Draft prospects and talk about Mason McTavish, Matthew Coronato, and Simon Edvinsson as risers in the latest rankings, Sebastian Cossa and Jesper Wallstedt, unheralded KHL defenseman Kirill Kirsanov, and more. - - Plus, to close things out, the guys answer listener questions about Aleksandr Kisakov’s perception among scouts, if the Buffalo Sabres can actually win a Jack Eichel trade, possible 5th round or later steals, and many more. - - And, don’t forget, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Jun 4, 2021
NHL Draft Lottery recap, The Athletic NHL's 2021 Mock Draft 1.0 breakdown, listener questions, and more / First, on the
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1 hour
May 25, 2021
Don Granato on coaching the Sabres, Spencer Knight extends the Panthers, Jarry's gaffe has the Penguins on the brink and
Don Granato on coaching the Sabres, Spencer Knight extends the Panthers, Jarry's gaffe has the Penguins on the brink and Connor McDavid's Oilers swept from the playoffs, / In this episode, Craig Custance and Sean Gentille recap a busy night in the NHL playoffs. The Penguins, with a struggling Tristan Jarry between the pipes are on the brink of elimination, after Jarry delivered a pizza to Josh Bailey for the Islanders win. Custance and Gentille praise the work of Spencer Knight in his playoff debut for Florida and wonder what the Cats should do with Sergey Bobrovsky. Plus the guys discuss Kyle Connor's triple OT goal in Winnipeg, and Connor Helebuyck holding Connor McDavid to one goal in the Jets four game sweep over the Oilers. - - Craig and Sean welcome Don Granato, the interim head coach of the Buffalo Sabres to the show, and chat about the steps he and the Sabres took after he replaced Ralph Krueger behind the bench. Don, a superior development coach talks about the veterans who helped him fit in, as the bench boss in Buffalo and working with young players like Rasmus Dhalin, Casey Mittlelstadt and Linus Ulmark. He also talks about his association with Auston Matthews who has brought his game to a new level with the Leafs. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 28, 2021
Stan Bowman - GM of the Chicago Blackhawks, NHL & Turner TV deal, playoff races in Montreal/Calgary, Nashville/Dallas and more.
Stan Bowman - GM of the Chicago Blackhawks, NHL & Turner TV deal, playoff races in Montreal/Calgary, Nashville/Dallas and more. / Scott and Pierre welcome Stan Bowman, the general manager of the Chicago Blackhawks to the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic Hockey Show. Stan talks about the progression of his young team in Chicago, his relationship with Patrick Kane and he provides an update on injured captain Jonathan Toews. Stan also provides some insight on building the US men's Olympic team. - We dissect the somewhat surprising broadcast deal between the league and TNT Sports, and how it might impact a raise in the salary cap. - The guys talk about the playoff race between the Flames and Canadiens, Dallas and Nashville and St. Louis and Arizona. They take a look at the Jack Adams race, with Joel Quenneville, Dean Evanson and Mike Sullivan leading the pack. - As always the boys wrap their podcast with the popular segment Ask the Dorks where they take your questions via twitter from around the NHL, including questions on Adam Fox, the Minnesota Wild and Jack Eichel's future with Buffalo. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 14, 2021
Two Man Advantage recaps the 2021 NHL trade deadline / Scott and Pierre look back on the 2021 NHL trade
Two Man Advantage recaps the 2021 NHL trade deadline / Scott and Pierre look back on the 2021 NHL trade deadline. The guys discuss the immediate payoff for the Bruins with the Taylor Hall trade, the disappointment in Buffalo on the return they received and how Steve Yzerman stole the show, with a late trade with the Capitals, unloading a disappointing Anthony Mantha to DC for an attractive package of players and picks. - Plus, the guys discuss moves made by Colorado, Florida, Pittsburgh and the NY Islanders, which bolstered their rosters ahead of what they all hope is a long playoff run. - Finally, the guys take your questions on another edition of Ask the Dorks, ahead of next week's show with Patrick Marleau of the San Jose Sharks. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 7, 2021
Jim Rutherford on Trade Deadline 2021, Avalanche, Sabres, Blues, Maple Leafs & Jets look to be active at the deadline
Jim Rutherford on Trade Deadline 2021, Avalanche, Sabres, Blues, Maple Leafs & Jets look to be active at the deadline / On this edition of Two Man Advantage, Scott and Pierre welcome three time Stanley Cup Champion Jim Rutherford, one of the most proactive General Manager's in NHL history. Jimmy looks back on his record of trade deadline deals from his time as a manager with Hartford, Carolina and Pittsburgh. - Scott and Pierre discuss what teams might be the most active leading up to the deadline. The improved Nashville Predators have decisions which need to be made, are they a playoff team? The same questions apply to Columbus Blue Jackets, St. Louis Blues, Arizona Coyotes and the Boston Bruins. Plus in the North Division, Toronto and Winnipeg are keen to make impact deals. - Pierre tells Scott that he is looking forward to seeing what the Colorado Avalanche might have up their sleeve, with goaltending being a top priority and Lebrun takes Burnsie behind the scenes of trade deadline day at TSN. - Finally, the boys taken your questions on the Kraken, Sabres, Habs and Red Wings. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
44 minutes
Apr 1, 2021
Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon take trips to the sin bin, Erik Karlsson's press conference apple, and more / Ian Mendes
Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon take trips to the sin bin, Erik Karlsson's press conference apple, and more / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss Connor McDavid's elbow and Nathan MacKinnon's helmet toss, the Sabres snapping their losing streak against the now-spiraling Flyers, and Erik Karlsson's press conference snack. Also, "This Week in Hockey History" looks back at EBUG Scott Foster, and what possibly may be the best April Fool's prank ever in the NHL. - Have a question for Ian and Sean? Email [email protected], or leave a VM at (845) 445-8459! - Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 31, 2021
Drew Doughty's desire to win. NHL Trade deadline less than 2 weeks out, Flyers goalie struggles with goalie carousel heating
Drew Doughty's desire to win. NHL Trade deadline less than 2 weeks out, Flyers goalie struggles with goalie carousel heating up / Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty joins The Athletic Hockey Show: Two Man Advantage to discuss his bounce back season, his drive to win and playing in a COVID-19 world. - Plus, Scott and Pierre look ahead to the April 12th NHL trade deadline. The Seattle Kraken are set to play a role in this years deadline, goaltending could play a factor, especially in Colorado, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. The guys talk about the great season in Florida for the Panthers, despite losing Aaron Ekblad to season ending injury and who might join Joel Quenneville as a finalist for the Jack Adams Award. - Finally, the guys take your questions on the next Sabres head coach, the Avalanche's team toughness and what the status is on Alex Ovechkin's contract negotiations. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 22, 2021
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Connor McDavid Hart Trophy credentials, New York Islanders with Arthur Staple, Carolina Hurricanes with Sara Civian, Multiple Choice Madness, a brand new Hailbag, and more / First, Ian and Hailey discuss which teams, other than the Buffalo Sabres, have been the most disappointing so far this season, whether Connor McDavid should be the landslide Hart Trophy favorite or not, and more. - Then, The Athletic’s own Arthur Staple joins the show to discuss the routinely underrated New York Islanders, how Anders Lee’s injury could impact GM Lou Lamoriello’s trade deadline targets, Mathew Barzal’s overall game, and much more. - Next, The Athletic’s Carolina Hurricanes writer Sara Civian calls in for a quick conversation about the state of the Canes, Rod Brind'Amour’s case for being Coach of the Year, goaltending options as the trade deadline approaches, and more. - Plus, to close things out, Ian and Hailey run through a series of Multiple Choice Madness questions and Hailey answers listener questions in another installment of the Hailbag, including one about the future of Team Canada’s goaltending. - And, right now, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow or 1 CAD a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshowcanada - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 18, 2021
Flyers blown out by Rangers, Robin Lehner speaks out about his injury, and more / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe
Flyers blown out by Rangers, Robin Lehner speaks out about his injury, and more / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss Buffalo firing Ralph Kruger and if any coaches would want anything to do with the current situation in Buffalo. Then, the Flyers lost to the Rangers 9-0 on Wednesday night, are goalie issues again rearing their ugly head for Philadelphia? - In "Granger Things", Jesse Granger drops in to talk about Robin Lehner publically addressing his concussion, and the most, and least, profitable teams to bet on at the halfway point of the season. - Sean and Ian address a listener question about whether the Kraken will pay tribute to the Metropolitans in any way, and in "This Week in Hockey History", a look back at the St. Patrick's Day Massacre and the Richard Riots. - Have a question? Email [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (845) 445-8459! - Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 17, 2021
Buffalo Sabres fire Ralph Krueger, trade speculation on Hall, Ekholm and Rakell and Steve Levy of ESPN drops by. /
Buffalo Sabres fire Ralph Krueger, trade speculation on Hall, Ekholm and Rakell and Steve Levy of ESPN drops by. / Pierre and Scott dissect the Buffalo Sabres morning announcement, relieving Ralph Krueger and Steve Smith of their coaching duties, while elevating Don Granato to the interim head coach in Buffalo. The guys discuss the work ahead for GM Kevyn Adams, the future of Taylor Hall and Jack Eichel in Buffalo and what other pieces could get moved before the deadline. - Scott and Pierre also take a look at some of the trade chips that teams like Toronto, the Islanders, Winnipeg, Philadelphia and more have interest in, including Matthias Ekholm Rickard Rakell, Nick Foligno and more. - Steve Levy stops by the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic Hockey Show to discuss ESPN's excitement on welcoming back NHL coverage to their network, working with Barry Melrose and he even gives Pierre some advice on his Dallas Cowboys. All this and another round of questions answered by Pierre and Scott on 'Ask the Dorks'. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 11, 2021
The NHL returns to ESPN, trade deadline expectations, and do the Canucks or Sabres have the most tortured fan base?
The NHL returns to ESPN, trade deadline expectations, and do the Canucks or Sabres have the most tortured fan base? / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss their expectations for the upcoming trade deadline and the possible lack of significant trades. Also, thoughts on the NHL's return to ESPN, and if the Canucks or the Sabres have the most tortured fanbase in the league. - Then, in "Granger Things", Jesse Granger joins to discuss if the books take home-ice advantage into account with some arenas allowing limited fans in attendance, best futures bets to win the Stanley Cup, and his interview with Allan Walsh on Marc-André Fleury's season. - To wrap up, Ian and Sean answer some mailbag questions, and dive into "This Week in Hockey History". - Have a question? Email [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (845) 445-8459! - Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 10, 2021
Bob McKenzie on NHL Draft changes, Sutter returns to Flames & ESPN returns to NHL Hockey / Bob McKenzie, Hockey
Bob McKenzie on NHL Draft changes, Sutter returns to Flames & ESPN returns to NHL Hockey / Bob McKenzie, Hockey Hall of Fame broadcaster and writer joins Scott and Pierre on the Two Man Advantage edition of The Athletic Hockey Show. The guys discuss proposed changes to the NHL draft, living in the COVID-19 world, one year later and the boys share their memories on the life of Walter Gretzky. - Scott and Pierre also take a deep dive into Darryl Sutter returning to Calgary to coach the Flames, the NHL signing a 7 year broadcast contract with ESPN and they take your questions on the Buffalo Sabres, Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators in our weekly mailbag segment. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 8, 2021
Tom Wilson suspended again, Buffalo Sabres at a breaking point with Tim Graham, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more /
Tom Wilson suspended again, Buffalo Sabres at a breaking point with Tim Graham, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more / First, Ian and Hailey break down yet another Tom Wilson suspension, this time getting seven games for boarding Brandon Carlo during last Friday’s Caps-Bruins matchup, the Calgary Flames naming Darryl Sutter head coach following Geoff Ward’s dismissal, the Vegas Golden Knights getting kicked out of their San Jose hotel mid-road trip, and more. - Then, The Athletic’s Tim Graham stops by to discuss the anger and frustration building around the Buffalo Sabres organization as the team continues to flounder, his article talking to five former Sabres captains about the rough state of the franchise, the return of fans to the KeyBank Center at the end of the month, and more. - Plus, to close things out, Ian and Hailey hit five Multiple Choice Madness questions and they open up the Hailbag and answer listener questions about the NHL’s lack of load-management and a hypothetical Jack Eichel-for-Filip Forsberg trade. - And, don’t forget, you sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
50 minutes
Mar 4, 2021
Zach Parise gets benched, the Jack Eichel situation, and a big day for Mario Lemieux and Teemu Selanne in This
Zach Parise gets benched, the Jack Eichel situation, and a big day for Mario Lemieux and Teemu Selanne in This Week in Hockey History / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss the Maple Leafs running away with the North division and being a Stanley Cup favorite. Then, Zach Parise gets benched in Minnesota and a look back at when Cam Neely was benched by Steve Kasper. - The situation is bubbling over in Buffalo, what is the move the Sabres need to make with Jake Eichel? Also, the Habs fire their goalie coach mid-game, a chat about bad narratives in response to a listener voicemail, and in This Week in Hockey History, a look back at a big day for both Mario Lemieux and Teemu Selanne. - Have a question? Email [email protected] or leave a voicemail at (845) 445-8459! - Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 3, 2021
James Reimer leading the Canes to the third best record in NHL, Burke in as Habs Goalie Coach, Tortorella vote
James Reimer leading the Canes to the third best record in NHL, Burke in as Habs Goalie Coach, Tortorella vote of confidence & the nightmare continues in Buffalo. / Scott and Pierre welcome Carolina Hurricanes goalie James Reimer to the Two Man Advantage edition of The Athletic Hockey Show. Reims has led the Canes to the third best record in the NHL. James and Pierre and Scott discuss goalie load management, Reims time with Roberto Luongo, playing for the Leafs, and how the Canes are preparing for a long playoff run this Spring. - Scott and Pierre take a trip around the league and discuss the Habs hiring Sean Burke as their goalie coach, John Tortorella receiving a vote of confidence in Columbus and the mess in Buffalo, with the Sabres at the bottom of the NHL standings and rumours swirling around the future of Jack Eichel in the Queen city - Finally, Scott and Pierre answer your questions on the NHL, including the surprising Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames and if the NHL would switch formats to a final 4, disregarding conferences. - The Athletic listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Mar 1, 2021
Buffalo Sabres dysfunction, Dom Luszczyszyn on Eichel trade value, playoff probabilities, Crosby offensive regression, and more, Multiple Choice Madness, and
Buffalo Sabres dysfunction, Dom Luszczyszyn on Eichel trade value, playoff probabilities, Crosby offensive regression, and more, Multiple Choice Madness, and the Hailbag / First, Ian and Hailey discuss some headlines, including the obvious problems in the Buffalo Sabres organization, Jordan Binnington’s raucous exit from the Blues-Sharks game Saturday night, cautious optimism about the NHL’s COVID-19 protocols heading into March, and more. - Then, The Athletic’s own Dom Luszczyszyn joins the show to talk about Jack Eichel’s potential value on the trade market, North Division playoff probabilities, whether the Blackhawks or Kings have a better chance to make the playoffs, Sidney Crosby’s slight offensive regression, Evgeni Malkin’s elite years possibly coming to an end, and more. - Plus, to close things out, Ian, Hailey, and Dom run through a series of Multiple Choice Madness questions, and in another installment of the Hailbag, the group answers questions about the Maple Leafs and whether they’re good, feasting on poor goaltending, or both, a hypothetical Jack Eichel trade, and more. - And, don’t forget, you can sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow - The Athletic listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
58 minutes
Feb 22, 2021
Keith Tkachuk on Matthew & Brady's 5 game series, Artemi Panarin allegations, Lake Tahoe recap & future of Jack Eichel
Keith Tkachuk on Matthew & Brady's 5 game series, Artemi Panarin allegations, Lake Tahoe recap & future of Jack Eichel in Buffalo / US Hockey Hall of Famer Keith Tkachuk joins Ian and Hailey to talk about the upcoming 5 game series between Matthew's Flames and Brady's Senators in the North Division. Big Walt offers his opinion on the boys trademark mouthguard's, if we'll ever see the boys fight and the bright future for the young Sens. - - Ian and Hailey tackle the shocking allegation's about Rangers forward Artemi Panarin, who has taken a break from the blueshirts after a Russia report, which looks to be politically motivated, of an alleged assault in 2011 that both the player and the team vehemently deny. - - Plus Ian and Hailey recap the NHL's Lake Tahoe experiment, Jack Eichel's future in Buffalo, Sidney Crosby's 1000th game for the Penguins, and we end with another edition of multiple choice madness. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Feb 8, 2021
Hurricanes-Blue Jackets botched review, Sabres-Devils COVID-19 fallout with John Vogl, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more / First up, Ian
Hurricanes-Blue Jackets botched review, Sabres-Devils COVID-19 fallout with John Vogl, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more / First up, Ian and Hailey discuss the terribly botched review in the Columbus Blue Jackets’ 6-5 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday, the impressive Florida Panthers suffering their first regulation loss over the weekend, the Vancouver Canucks’ struggling to find their identity early on, the impact of the PWHPA-Toronto Maple Leafs partnership, and more. - Next, The Athletic’s John Vogl joins the show to discuss the palpable anger coming from the Buffalo Sabres organization after the New Jersey Devils seemingly violated COVID-19 protocols during their two-game set last weekend, changes made to league protocols in response, the impact on the Sabres, now with nine players out of the lineup, and more. - Finally, to close things out, Ian and Hailey run through a series of Multiple Choice Madness questions and Hailey answers listener questions in another installment of the Hailbag. - And, don’t forget, you sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/hockeyshow - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices