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1 hour
Aug 2, 2021
Evander Kane gambling allegations, the Jack Eichel-Buffalo Sabres standoff intensifies, grading offseason moves with Dom Lusczyszyn, Multiple Choice Madness, and
Evander Kane gambling allegations, the Jack Eichel-Buffalo Sabres standoff intensifies, grading offseason moves with Dom Lusczyszyn, Multiple Choice Madness, and more / First, Ian and guest cohost Sean Gentille, filling in for Hailey, discuss the increasingly contentious Jack Eichel-Buffalo Sabres standoff after Eichel’s agents released a statement late last week detailing how “the process is not working” for a variety of reasons, including a disagreement over how to treat a herniated disc in the star player’s neck, the allegations levied against Evander Kane on social media by his wife that he bet on his own games and intentionally threw them, Marc-Andre Fleury’s decision to report to Chicago and play for the Blackhawks next season after being blindsided by a trade from the Golden Knights last week, and more. - - Then, The Athletic’s own Dom Lusczyszyn joins the show to grade some of the biggest moves this offseason including Zach Werenski’s gigantic contract extension with the Columbus Blue Jackets, featuring a higher average annual value than Cale Makar’s deal with the Colorado Avalanche, the Seattle Kraken’s signings of Alex Wennberg and Jaden Schwartz, Barclay Goodrow’s six-year deal with the New York Rangers, the goaltending decisions of the Buffalo Sabres and Arizona Coyotes, and more. - - Plus, Ian and Sean close things out with Multiple Choice Madness questions, including if the NHL should push to join the Summer Olympics, the most intriguing remaining free agent, Western Conference playoff bubble teams, and the best rivalry-inducing playoff matchups for next season. - - 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
59 minutes
Jul 30, 2021
NHL Draft recap, World Junior Summer Showcase analysis, early 2022 NHL Draft thoughts, listener questions, and more / First, Max
NHL Draft recap, World Junior Summer Showcase analysis, early 2022 NHL Draft thoughts, listener questions, and more / First, Max and Corey recap all-things NHL Draft and discuss the biggest surprises, including Tyler Boucher going to the Ottawa Senators at No. 10, the Columbus Blue Jackets taking Kent Johnson and Cole Sillinger with their dual first round picks, the Detroit Red Wings and the Minnesota Wild trading up to take goalies Sebastian Cossa and Jesper Wallstedt respectively, the Montreal Canadiens selecting Logan Mailloux with the final pick of the first round, and more. - - Then, the guys give their analysis on Team USA’s 2021 World Junior Summer Showcase, which also includes teams from Finland and Sweden, currently underway in Plymouth, Michigan, and discuss the standout play so far of Aatu Räty, Thomas Bordeleau, Jake Sanderson, and others. - - Plus, early thoughts on 2022 NHL Draft eligible players including Shane Wright, Ivan Miroshnichenko, Danila Yurov, Logan Cooley, and Brad Lambert, as well as listener questions about realistic NHL timelines for Sebastian Cossa and Jesper Wallstedt, if the New Jersey Devils have amassed enough talent to be contenders within four years, the point of Central Scouting, 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 - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Jul 27, 2021
Jim & Ellen Hughes celebrate Luke's 4th overall selection. Accessing winners and losers so far in the NHL Off-season. /
Jim & Ellen Hughes celebrate Luke's 4th overall selection. Accessing winners and losers so far in the NHL Off-season. / Craig and Sean take an early look at winners and losers in the NHL Off-season, including the Philadelphia Flyers who have revamped their blue line and the Columbus Blue Jackets who dealt Seth Jones and drafted Kent Johnson and the Florida Panthers who acquired Sam Reinhart. - On the loser list, the Seattle Kraken may have missed out on making some big bold moves to get their franchise off the ground. - - Jim and Ellen Hughes, the parents of Luke, Jack and Quinn join Sean and Craig to celebrate Luke Hughes being drafted 4th overall in the NHL by the New Jersey Devils. The hockey super parents discuss the work to be done by Luke to make the Devls, the excitement of Jack when he heard his brother's name called and Quinn's progression as the number one defenseman for the Vancouver Canucks. Craig and Sean also marvel at the impressive wall of fame in Jim's office with countless pictures of the Hughes family's connection to hockey. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 15, 2021
Elvis Merzlikins Says Matiss Kivlenieks Saved Him, His Wife on Night of His Death / Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis
Elvis Merzlikins Says Matiss Kivlenieks Saved Him, His Wife on Night of His Death / Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis - Merzlikins said teammate Matiss Kivlenieks saved a lot of lives, - including those of Merzlikins and his family, when he died...
Jul 15, 2021
Elvis Merzlikins Says Matiss Kivlenieks Saved Him, His Wife on Night of His Death / Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis
Elvis Merzlikins Says Matiss Kivlenieks Saved Him, His Wife on Night of His Death / Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis - Merzlikins said teammate Matiss Kivlenieks saved a lot of lives, - including those of Merzlikins and his family, when he died...
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
Remembering Matīss Kivlenieks. Tampa Bay Lightning can be the first team to win the Stanley Cup on home ice since 2015. Adam Fox, 2021 Norris Trophy winner / Scott and Pierre welcome Adam Fox, the 2021 Norris Trophy winner to the Two Man Advantage edition of the The Athletic Hockey Show. Fox, the New York Rangers star blue liner talks about his breakout season, Olympic involvement, his defense partner, roommate and friend Ryan Lindgren and what winning the Norris, means to him. - Burnside and Lebrun preview game five of the Stanley Cup Final between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens and how Tampa has an opportunity to be the first team since 2015 to win the Stanley Cup on home ice. - Plus the guys touch on the shocking passing of Columbus Goalie Matīss Kivlenieks, the similarities between the rebuilds in Arizona and Buffalo, and we take your questions in another round of 'Ask the Dorks' - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 6, 2021
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks' Death Being Investigated as an Accident / Police in Michigan are initially investigating the death
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks' Death Being Investigated as an Accident / Police in Michigan are initially investigating the death of Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks as an accident, according to ESPN's Michele...
Jul 6, 2021
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks' Death Being Investigated as an Accident / Police in Michigan are initially investigating the death
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks' Death Being Investigated as an Accident / Police in Michigan are initially investigating the death of Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks as an accident, according to ESPN's Michele...
59 minutes
Jul 6, 2021
Montreal Canadiens extend Stanley Cup final vs Tampa Bay Lightning. Grading the job NBC Sports did in covering the NHL
Montreal Canadiens extend Stanley Cup final vs Tampa Bay Lightning. Grading the job NBC Sports did in covering the NHL and Joe Smith's report card on the Bolts game four performance. / On the Tuesday edition of the Athletic Hockey Show, Craig Custance and Sean Gentille look back on game four of the Stanley Cup Final between Tampa Bay and Montreal, with Joe Smith. - Plus the guys look at the value of Ryan McDonagh, and if he should be protected by Tampa for the expansion draft, and if he should be named to team USA at the 2022 Winter Olympics. - The guys grade the job of NBC Sports, covering the NHL, as the contract with the network and the league is coming to an end at the conclusion of the Cup final. - Custance and Gentille dissect Corey Pronman's latest column, on what 20 NHL scouts and executives really think of the top prospects leading up to the draft later this month. - Finally, Craig and Sean pay tribute to Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Matīss Kivlenieks who tragically lost his life in an unfortunate accident on the July 4th weekend, and the boys tap their sticks for Stephen Johns who recently wrapped up his rollerblading across the United States to raise awareness for mental health. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Jul 5, 2021
NHL mourns loss of Columbus Blue Jacket Matiss Kivlenieks, Tampa Bay Lightning look to sweep Montreal Canadiens in Stanley Cup
NHL mourns loss of Columbus Blue Jacket Matiss Kivlenieks, Tampa Bay Lightning look to sweep Montreal Canadiens in Stanley Cup Final. Mark Lazerus discusses Jonathan Toews comeback, Duncan Keith trade request and sexual assault investigation in Chicago. / On the Monday edition of the Athletic Hockey Show, Ian Mendes and Hailey Salvian discuss the shocking news from the Columbus Blue Jackets, that goalie Matiss Kivlenieks has passed away at the age of 24. - Ian and Hailey take a look at the Stanley Cup Final, with the Tampa Bay Lighting poised to sweep the Montreal Canadiens, despite the wishes of Tampa Bay mayor Jane Castor. Mendes and Salvian discuss lineup changes for Montreal and Conn Smythe trophy contenders for Tampa Bay. - Mark Lazerus from the Athletic Chicago joins the show to discuss his exclusive interview with Hawks captain Jonathan Toews on his return to play from his year long injury, Duncan Keith's trade request to the Pacific North West and the ongoing sexual assault investigation within the Chicago Blackhawks organization. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 5, 2021
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks Dies at 24 from Head Injury Sustained in a Fall / Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks Dies at 24 from Head Injury Sustained in a Fall / Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks
Jul 5, 2021
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks Dies at 24 from Head Injury Sustained in a Fall / Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender
Blue Jackets Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks Dies at 24 from Head Injury Sustained in a Fall / Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks
Jun 18, 2021
Jack Eichel Trade Rumors: Ducks, Blue Jackets Among Teams Interested in Sabres Star / Buffalo Sabres star Jack Eichel could
Jack Eichel Trade Rumors: Ducks, Blue Jackets Among Teams Interested in Sabres Star / Buffalo Sabres star Jack Eichel could be on the move this offseason, and TSN's Darren Dreger has identified three teams who are "in the mix" to land the team...
Jun 18, 2021
Jack Eichel Trade Rumors: Ducks, Blue Jackets Among Teams Interested in Sabres Star / Buffalo Sabres star Jack Eichel could
Jack Eichel Trade Rumors: Ducks, Blue Jackets Among Teams Interested in Sabres Star / Buffalo Sabres star Jack Eichel could be on the move this offseason, and TSN's Darren Dreger has identified three teams who are "in the mix" to land the team...
1 hour
Jun 16, 2021
Pekka Rinne on his future with the Nashville Predators, NY Islanders vs Tampa Bay Lightning is a war on ice,
Pekka Rinne on his future with the Nashville Predators, NY Islanders vs Tampa Bay Lightning is a war on ice, and Vegas Golden Knights vs Montreal Canadiens is a goaltending duel between Carey Price and Marc-Andre Fleury. / Pekka Rinne, the 2021 King Clancy memorial trophy winner joins Scott and Pierre on the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic Hockey Show. Pekka looks back on his career in Nashville, what the future holds for him with the Predators and his relationship with Jusse Saros. - Scott and Pierre take a look at the NHL Final Four series between the Islanders and the Lightning, a series, tied at one win a piece which projects to go long. The guys discuss how Montreal's roster, built for the playoffs can hold their own vs Vegas, is a goaltending duel for the ages between Carey Price and Marc-Andre Fleury. - Plus the guys address the recent coaching hirings in New York and Columbus, with Gerard Gallant and Brad Larsen running the bench for the Rangers and the Blue Jackets. - In Ask the Dorks, Scott and Pierre answer your questions on Dougie Hamilton, Seattle expansion, Seth Jones and a lot more. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Jun 15, 2021
What's next for Rod Brind'Amour, Dougie Hamilton and the Carolina Hurricanes. Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche's window is now
What's next for Rod Brind'Amour, Dougie Hamilton and the Carolina Hurricanes. Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche's window is now and Jon Cooper's Tampa Bay Lightning need to up their mental game vs New York Islanders. / On the Tuesday edition of the Athletic Hockey Show, Craig Custance and Sean Gentille welcome Sara Civian from The Athletic Carolina, and Peter Baugh from The Athletic Denver to discuss the elimination of Stanley Cup favorites Carolina and Colorado in the second round of the playoffs. In Raleigh, The crew discuss what to do with Dougie Hamilton and Rod Brind'Amour, who are both free agents in Carolina, and the work ahead in Denver, as Joe Sakic looks to keep his core intact for another run at the Stanley Cup. - The guys also discuss Jon Cooper's comments on his Tampa Bay team, with the Bolts needing more mental toughness to deal with the New York Islanders style of play. Plus, Sean and Craig stick tap Stephen Johns career, and his decision to pack it in after serious concussion issues, and the hiring of Brad Larsen in. Columbus and Gerard Gallant in New York City. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10, 2021
Brad Larsen Hired as Blue Jackets' New Head Coach; Replaces John Tortorella / The Columbus Blue Jackets have promoted Brad
Brad Larsen Hired as Blue Jackets' New Head Coach; Replaces John Tortorella / The Columbus Blue Jackets have promoted Brad Larsen to head coach after he spent the past seven seasons as an assistant. Columbus
Jun 10, 2021
Brad Larsen Hired as Blue Jackets' New Head Coach; Replaces John Tortorella / The Columbus Blue Jackets have promoted Brad
Brad Larsen Hired as Blue Jackets' New Head Coach; Replaces John Tortorella / The Columbus Blue Jackets have promoted Brad Larsen to head coach after he spent the past seven seasons as an assistant. Columbus
1 hour
Jun 7, 2021
Vegas Golden Knights-Colorado Avalanche series living up to the hype, Aaron Portzline on the state of the Columbus Blue Jackets,
Vegas Golden Knights-Colorado Avalanche series living up to the hype, Aaron Portzline on the state of the Columbus Blue Jackets, Multiple Choice Madness, and much more / First, Ian and Hailey discuss the electric Vegas Golden Knights-Colorado Avalanche series, now tied at two games apiece heading back to Colorado for Game 5, Jeff Petry’s freak injury, catching his right pinky finger in a camera hole during the second period of Game 3 against the Winnipeg Jets, whether the NHL’s Department of Player Safety got it right or not fining Boston Bruins center David Krejci $5,000 for slashing the New York Islanders’ Mathew Barzal in the groin during the second period of Game 4 Saturday night, and more. - - Then, The Athletic’s Aaron Portzline joins the show to talk about what promises to be a busy and potentially tumultuous offseason for the Columbus Blue Jackets, including Seth Jones requesting a trade, who could be the best choice to replace departing head coach John Tortorella, John Davidson’s return to the organization, how Max Domi’s shoulder surgery impacts the start of next season for the team, and much more. - - Plus, in Multiple Choice Madness, Ian and Hailey choose their best Stanley Cup Final matchup, which fan-filled playoff venue they’d most like to attend, and which NHL position could be filled by a woman in the next 20 years. - - 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 3, 2021
Mark Scheifele hit overshadows game 1 of Canadiens-Jets, the Avalanche- Golden Knights series, NHL Draft Lottery and more / Ian
Mark Scheifele hit overshadows game 1 of Canadiens-Jets, the Avalanche- Golden Knights series, NHL Draft Lottery and more / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss Mark Scheifele's hit late in the game on Wednesday that overshadowed game one in the Canadiens-Jets series, will anyone be able to stop the Colorado Avalanche, and the NHL Draft Lottery. - Also, in the mailbag, one listener asks about the Seth Jones situation in Columbus, and the duo are asked to compare the Toronto Maple Leafs of now to the 90s Red Wings, "This Week in Hockey History" and more. - 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
Jun 2, 2021
Dave Tippett on the Oilers adopting a playoff mindset. Making sense of the Maple Leafs collapse, Vasilevskiy the best in
Dave Tippett on the Oilers adopting a playoff mindset. Making sense of the Maple Leafs collapse, Vasilevskiy the best in the world and landing spots for Seth Jones. / Dave Tippett, the head coach of the Edmonton Oilers joins Pierre and Scott to discuss his teams early exit from the playoffs, and how his group needs to adopt a playoff mindset moving forward. Tip also addresses his future with the Oilers and how he decompresses after a condensed season, and coming to the defence of Ethan Bear who was attacked online last week after the oilers were eliminated. - Scott and Pierre look back on the Maple Leafs shocking first round loss to Montreal, the battle of Carey Price vs Connor Hellebuyck in round two, the powerhouses in Tampa Bay and Colorado, led by Vezina nominees Andrei Vasilevskiy and Philipp Grubauer. - The guys also discuss the World Championships, we provide an update on Olympic participation, plus the NHL draft lottery which happens tonight and where the best fit is for Seth Jones, who wants out of Columbus. - Finally, in Ask the Dorks, Burnsie and Pierre address your questions, including what the Columbus Blue Jackets do this off-season, the Vegas Golden Knights and more. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Jun 1, 2021
Maple Leafs choke in game seven. Justin Abdelkader and Team USA go for gold at the World Championships, Seth Jones
Maple Leafs choke in game seven. Justin Abdelkader and Team USA go for gold at the World Championships, Seth Jones to move on, MacKinnon's Avalanche the cream of the crop. / Craig and Sean look back on the game seven between Toronto and Montreal, and how the Maple Leafs star players failed to show up yet again, in an elimination game. The guys dissect how the NY Islanders were built by hall of fame member Lou Lamoriello, and the series they are in with the Boston Bruins. Craig and Sean take a deep dive into the Columbus Blue Jackets and why Seth Jones wants out, and what the franchise can do to save face with their passionate fan base and they marvel at the play of Nathan MacKinnon and the powerhouse Colorado Avalanche. - Justin Abdelkader, the Captain of Team USA at the World Hockey Championships in Latvia, joins Craig and Sean to discuss his teams perfect record and their drive to win gold this season, plus Justin discusses his breakup with the Detroit Red Wings and his hope to return to the NHL next season, after spending this year in Europe. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 31, 2021
NHL Trade Rumors: Seth Jones Likely to Be Moved by Blue Jackets If No New Contract / Seth Jones' time
NHL Trade Rumors: Seth Jones Likely to Be Moved by Blue Jackets If No New Contract / Seth Jones' time with the Columbus Blue Jackets may be coming to an end.
May 31, 2021
NHL Trade Rumors: Seth Jones Likely to Be Moved by Blue Jackets If No New Contract / Seth Jones' time
NHL Trade Rumors: Seth Jones Likely to Be Moved by Blue Jackets If No New Contract / Seth Jones' time with the Columbus Blue Jackets may be coming to an end.
1 hour
May 31, 2021
Montreal forces game seven vs Toronto, Dom Luszczyszyn previews the game. Plus, is Nathan MacKinnon the best in the NHL
Montreal forces game seven vs Toronto, Dom Luszczyszyn previews the game. Plus, is Nathan MacKinnon the best in the NHL and who is more sought after, Seth Jones or Jack Eichel? / Ian and Hailey welcome Dom Luszczyszyn to preview game seven between Montreal and Toronto on Monday night, the frustration of Leaf fans towards Mitch Marner and if the Leafs have an answer back to the surging Canadiens. Plus Dom discusses his frustration for playoff officiating and Nathan MacKinnon's emergence as one of the NHL's most dominant forces. - Ian and Hailey also take a look at the news out of Columbus, with Seth Jones reportedly not interested in a contract extension with Columbus and we play multiple choice madness, asking which NHL franchise has the hardest time holding on to star players, who wears the goat horns in Toronto if they bow out in the first round again, and which NHL star would you want, to start your franchise with? - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30, 2021
Blue Jackets Star Seth Jones Reportedly Informed Team He Won't Re-Sign in Free Agency / Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth
Blue Jackets Star Seth Jones Reportedly Informed Team He Won't Re-Sign in Free Agency / Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth Jones has reportedly informed the team he plans to leave the club once he hits free agency. "We can tell you that...
May 30, 2021
Blue Jackets Star Seth Jones Reportedly Informed Team He Won't Re-Sign in Free Agency / Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth
Blue Jackets Star Seth Jones Reportedly Informed Team He Won't Re-Sign in Free Agency / Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth Jones has reportedly informed the team he plans to leave the club once he hits free agency. "We can tell you that...
1½ hours
May 12, 2021
Doug WIlson on the SJ Sharks, Rangers fire David Quinn, Jack Eichel's future in Buffalo, Patrik Laine's nightmare season &
Doug WIlson on the SJ Sharks, Rangers fire David Quinn, Jack Eichel's future in Buffalo, Patrik Laine's nightmare season & coaching changes begin. / Scott and Pierre discuss the playoff matchups that are now set in the NHL, led by the battle of Florida, Toronto and Montreal, Caps and Bruins and the St. Louis Blues who right now, matchup with Alex Pietrangelo and the Vegas Golden Knights. - Scott and Pierre also take a look at the coaching changes in the NHL, with the Rangers firing David Quinn today, and John Tortorella and Rick Tocchet leaving their posts in Columbus and Arizona. The guys also take a look at the future of Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart in Buffalo and Patrik Laine's nightmare season and if Seth Jones will remain in Columbus longterm. - - Doug Wilson, the General Manager of the San Jose Sharks joins the show, to discuss the re-work in San Jose, the future of Patrick Marleau with the team and who he think will come out of the Western division. - - Finally, Burnside and Lebrun take your questions in our ever popular Ask the Dorks segment with answers on Pekka Rinne's legacy, where Ryan Miller ranks all-time, why Rod Brind'Amour took below market money to stay in Carolina and who might coach the Columbus Blue Jackets next. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2021
Report: John Tortorella Won't Return as Blue Jackets Head Coach Next Season / After a last-place finish in the Central
Report: John Tortorella Won't Return as Blue Jackets Head Coach Next Season / After a last-place finish in the Central Division this season, John Tortorella's time as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets has reportedly come to an...
May 8, 2021
Report: John Tortorella Won't Return as Blue Jackets Head Coach Next Season / After a last-place finish in the Central
Report: John Tortorella Won't Return as Blue Jackets Head Coach Next Season / After a last-place finish in the Central Division this season, John Tortorella's time as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets has reportedly come to an...
1 hour
Apr 21, 2021
Jarmo Kekäläinen on the Blue Jackets retool. Canucks shock Maple Leafs and Dallas Stars back in the playoff race /
Jarmo Kekäläinen on the Blue Jackets retool. Canucks shock Maple Leafs and Dallas Stars back in the playoff race / Jarmo Kekäläinen, the General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets is our guest this week on the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic hockey show. Jarmo discusses the retool in Columbus, acquiring first round picks for Nick Foligno and David Savard, plus how he is going to proceed on extending Patrik Laine, Seth Jones and Zach Werenski. Jarmo addresses the future of John Tortorella as head coach, and his opinion on Torts benching big name players. - Scott and Pierre talk about the playoff races in the league, highlighting the play of Vancouver who has beat Toronto in back to back games after overcoming an outbreak of COVID-19 which crippled the Canucks for three weeks. Plus, the guys take a look at how well Dallas and Carolina are playing and what kind of roster Roberto Luongo's team Canada will have at the 2021 World Hockey Championships. - Finally, in the latest edition of 'Ask the Dorks' Scott and Pierre discuss the front runners for the Jack Adams trophy, which players acquired at the deadline, might be 'sneaky' good pickups, including Sam Bennett, Riley Nash and Jani Hakanpaa and who has the best goaltending duo in the NHL? - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2021
NHL Trade Rumors: Nick Foligno Drawing Interest from Maple Leafs, Capitals, More / It has been a disappointing season for
NHL Trade Rumors: Nick Foligno Drawing Interest from Maple Leafs, Capitals, More / It has been a disappointing season for the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they may be on the verge of trading their captain. According to
Apr 11, 2021
NHL Trade Rumors: Nick Foligno Drawing Interest from Maple Leafs, Capitals, More / It has been a disappointing season for
NHL Trade Rumors: Nick Foligno Drawing Interest from Maple Leafs, Capitals, More / It has been a disappointing season for the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they may be on the verge of trading their captain. According to
Apr 10, 2021
DeBrincat, Blackhawks rally to beat Blue Jackets 4-3 / Michael Del Zotto, Cam Atkinson and Patrik Laine had goals for
DeBrincat, Blackhawks rally to beat Blue Jackets 4-3 / Michael Del Zotto, Cam Atkinson and Patrik Laine had goals for Columbus, and Elvis Merzlikins made 24 saves.
Apr 10, 2021
DeBrincat, Blackhawks rally to beat Blue Jackets 4-3 / Michael Del Zotto, Cam Atkinson and Patrik Laine had goals for
DeBrincat, Blackhawks rally to beat Blue Jackets 4-3 / Michael Del Zotto, Cam Atkinson and Patrik Laine had goals for Columbus, and Elvis Merzlikins made 24 saves.
Apr 8, 2021
Lightning get early goals in 6-4 win over Blue Jackets / Tampa Bay scored three times in the first six
Lightning get early goals in 6-4 win over Blue Jackets / Tampa Bay scored three times in the first six minutes of the game, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 32 saves and the Lightning beat the Blue Jackets 6-4
Apr 8, 2021
Lightning get early goals in 6-4 win over Blue Jackets / Tampa Bay scored three times in the first six
Lightning get early goals in 6-4 win over Blue Jackets / Tampa Bay scored three times in the first six minutes of the game, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 32 saves and the Lightning beat the Blue Jackets 6-4
1 hour
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
1 hour
Mar 15, 2021
Carolina Hurricanes surge into first place, Corey Pronman joins the show, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more / First, Ian
Carolina Hurricanes surge into first place, Corey Pronman joins the show, Multiple Choice Madness, Hailbag, and more / First, Ian and Hailey break down headlines from the last week around the league, including the Carolina Hurricanes becoming the first team to win twenty games this season, Erik Karlsson saying he “didn’t sign up for a rebuild” with the underperforming San Jose Sharks, and the continuing John Tortorella-Patrik Laine benching saga in Columbus. - Then, The Athletic’s senior NHL prospects writer Corey Pronman joins the show to discuss whether in hindsight Alexis Lafrenière, Tim Stützle, or Quinton Byfield should’ve gone first overall in the 2020 draft, the challenges in evaluating the 2021 draft class because of COVID-19, prospects that could be on the move at this year’s trade deadline, Calder trophy possibilities, 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. - 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
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
Feb 11, 2021
Tuukka Rask's brain cramp, Ron Hextall becomes Penguins GM, drama in Columbus and more / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe
Tuukka Rask's brain cramp, Ron Hextall becomes Penguins GM, drama in Columbus and more / Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss Tuukka Rask's mistake and other notable "brain cramp" sports moments. As Ron Hextall becomes the GM for the Penguins, they chat about other ex-players that have ended up with a heated rival. - Then, Columbus is the heart of NHL drama, and the duo discusses the Laine situation and John Tortorella, in "Granger Things", Jesse Granger brings the teams that go over/under the total the most, and they wrap with answering your listener questions and "This Week in Hockey History". - Have a question? Email [email protected] or leave a VM at (845) 445-8459! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour
Feb 10, 2021
Jason Spezza rejuvenated in Toronto. Burke & Hextall in Pittsburgh, Koivu calls it a career, & Laine benched by Torts
Jason Spezza rejuvenated in Toronto. Burke & Hextall in Pittsburgh, Koivu calls it a career, & Laine benched by Torts / Jason Spezza, the hometown Toronto Maple Leafs centre joins Scott and Pierre on the Two Man Advantage edition of the Athletic Hockey Show. - Spezza talks about what it means to him to play for his childhood team, how every game is like a playoff game this season in the North, and what he has his eye on, once his playing days are over. - - Plus Pierre and Scott discuss the Penguins hiring of Brian Burke as their President of Hockey Operations and Ron Hextall as the new GM in Pittsburgh. - Burnside and Lebrun also take a look at the career of Mikko Koivu who called it a career on Tuesday, the controversy in Columbus surrounding Patrik Laine being benched by John Tortorella. The guys also praise the work of Barry Trotz behind the Islanders bench and how the Canucks might be able to get out of their latest tailspin. - As always, the guys wrap the show answering your questions via twitter, including topics on the trade deadline, Florida Panthers and the Winter Olympics. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2021
Report: Patrik Laine Benched After Verbally Disrespecting Blue Jackets Coach / The Columbus Blue Jackets benched Patrik
Report: Patrik Laine Benched After Verbally Disrespecting Blue Jackets Coach / The Columbus Blue Jackets benched Patrik Laine during Monday's game against the Carolina Hurricanes for a verbal dispute with a member of the coaching staff...
Feb 10, 2021
Report: Patrik Laine Benched After Verbally Disrespecting Blue Jackets Coach / The Columbus Blue Jackets benched Patrik
Report: Patrik Laine Benched After Verbally Disrespecting Blue Jackets Coach / The Columbus Blue Jackets benched Patrik Laine during Monday's game against the Carolina Hurricanes for a verbal dispute with a member of the coaching staff...
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
1 hour
Jan 25, 2021
Bobby Ryan calls in, Pierre-Luc Dubois-Patrick Laine blockbuster trade, Multiple Choice Madness, the Hailbag returns, and more / First, Ian
Bobby Ryan calls in, Pierre-Luc Dubois-Patrick Laine blockbuster trade, Multiple Choice Madness, the Hailbag returns, and more / First, Ian and Hailey break down the blockbuster trade between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Winnipeg Jets that sent disgruntled center Pierre-Luc Dubois to the Jets, returning Finnish sniper Patrick Laine and Jack Roslovic to the Jackets, Alexis Lafrenière’s slow start in the Big Apple, the Flames having a strange, five day break after playing just three games, and more. - Then, Detroit Red Wings forward Bobby Ryan joins the show to discuss his record-setting start with the team, how having a couple hundred fans in the building makes a huge difference for the vibe on the ice as opposed to playing in an empty arena, semi-bubble life on the road as the Wings prepare for four straight games at the Dallas Stars, his golf game, getting breakfast at the Boot & Blade during his time with Owen Sound Attack, 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. - 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
Jan 22, 2021
NHL Trade Rumors: Pierre-Luc Dubois Talks Heating Up Amid Blue Jackets Drama / Columbus Blue Jackets center Pierre-Luc Dubois
NHL Trade Rumors: Pierre-Luc Dubois Talks Heating Up Amid Blue Jackets Drama / Columbus Blue Jackets center Pierre-Luc Dubois may soon have a new home, ending a fractious relationship between player and team. "Columbus is closing in on a trade involving Pierre Luc Dubois," TSN's Darren Dreger reported Friday...
Jan 22, 2021
NHL Trade Rumors: Pierre-Luc Dubois Talks Heating Up Amid Blue Jackets Drama / Columbus Blue Jackets center Pierre-Luc Dubois
NHL Trade Rumors: Pierre-Luc Dubois Talks Heating Up Amid Blue Jackets Drama / Columbus Blue Jackets center Pierre-Luc Dubois may soon have a new home, ending a fractious relationship between player and team. "Columbus is closing in on a trade involving Pierre Luc Dubois," TSN's Darren Dreger reported Friday...
1 hour
Jan 20, 2021
Joe Pavelski on Dallas Stars Covid-19 outbreak, Keith Yandle stars for Florida, Mike Babcock speaks and Pierre Luc-Dubois future with
Joe Pavelski on Dallas Stars Covid-19 outbreak, Keith Yandle stars for Florida, Mike Babcock speaks and Pierre Luc-Dubois future with Columbus / Joe Pavelski of the Dallas Stars joins Scott Burnside and Pierre Lebrun on the latest Two Man Advantage at The Athletic Hockey Show. Pavelski addresses how he battled Covid-19 over Christmas, how the Stars are chomping at the bit to get their season going and how he gave advice to his old pal Jumbo Joe Thornton, ahead of his move to Toronto in the off-season. - Plus Pierre and Scott praise the play of Keith Yandle, they discuss Mike Babcock breaking his silence and what the future holds for Pierre Luc Dubois in Columbus. All this and a lot more on Wednesday's episode of the Athletic Hockey Show. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices