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The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Connor Bedard is a Star and Cole Sillinger Interview

This week on the Prospect Podcast with Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy: - Three prospects to watch right now - Comparing Connor Bedard to Connor McDavid - NCAA tournament: Who are some of the top prospects to watch? - Luke Hughes injury - out for the year, but will it hurt his draft standing? - Is Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen going to save the Sabres in the future? - Cole Sillinger interview And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 202150 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Mid-Season Mailbag Edition

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's a special all-mailbag edition as the NHL season reaches its midway mark. Questions include: - Which team(s) are in position to lose important players in the expansion draft? - Will Ryan Getzlaf go to market as a UFA this summer? - Will the North Division still host playoff games in Canada after the first two rounds? - A possible destination for Igor Larionov's first NHL coaching gig - What would a Dallas Stars firesale look like? And many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 23, 20211h 5m

Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Glenn Healy Always Has Your Back

Glenn Healy joins Ian Pulver on this week's episode of Storytellers. Healy is known most for his exploits as NHL goaltender, but he now acts as the executive director of the NHL Alumni Association. Healy talks about his mission with the group and the support he has received from hockey greats such as Wayne Gretzky, Paul Coffey and Mark Messier. Healy paints the picture of what it is like for a player as he transitions out of the game and has some great messages for current players, too. Whether it tending goal, behind the broadcast mic or championing player causes, Healy does it with passion and determination. The son of a World War II veteran, Healy’s approach to everything he does is "all in." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 202158 min

The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast: Get Back on the Bobrovsky Train?

This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: Know your league's scoring system - Starting Lineup: the best books about sports - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Who has the better career five years down the road: Cale Makar or Quinn Hughes? (b) How far has Jack Eichel's fantasy value fallen, injury aside? (c) Is now the time to reinvest in Ilya Samsonov? (d) Is Carey Price ready to carry fantasy teams again? (e) Is Sergei Brobrovsky truly back? (f) Rest of season value: Kieffer Bellows vs. William Karlsson And much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 17, 202140 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Are the Leafs Going to be OK?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Roughly at the NHL season's midway point, who is the Stanley Cup frontrunner? Who deserves the Jack Adams Award as coach of the year? - The Toronto Maple Leafs' grip on first place in the North loosens after five losses in six games. What's the cause of their struggles? - With news that Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov will likely return in time for the playoffs when the salary cap disappears: is cap circumvention going to be a problem at the trade deadline? - Erik Karlsson doesn't want to be part of a rebuild in San Jose. Is there any hope of the San Jose Sharks being contenders any time soon? - The @New York Islanders are now top-five in the NHL in points percentage. Why do we underestimate them year after year? - Listener mailbag, including: how will the new ESPN TV deal impact the NHL? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 16, 202158 min

Sami Jo's Podcast: Episode 3 – Jennifer Botterill

Four-time Olympian, three-time Olympic gold medallist, Harvard grad and NHL hockey analyst Jennifer Botterill joins Sami Jo to share insights on high-performing individuals and teams. Botterill shares her insights from her experience with the Canadian National Team, her time at Harvard University and how she finds balance with an incredibly demanding schedule. She talks about what makes a great coach, the positive role her family played in her life and how to create a supportive nurturing environment in order to find success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 15, 202147 min

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Re-drafting 2020 and Sebastian Cossa Interview

This week on the Prospect Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - Ryan's prospects of the week - Re-drafting the 2020 NHL top three - is there a new No. 1 top prospect? - The top NHL-affiliated and UFA NCAA prospects - Matvei Michkov's new contract - Who are the top goalies for the 2021 draft? - Detroit's future in net - An interview with 2021 NHL draft prospect Sebastian Cossa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 10, 202143 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Who Will Be the Top Trade Deadline Target?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Washington Capitals right winger Tom Wilson gets a seven-game suspension for boarding Boston's Brandon Carlo. Was the punishment severe enough? - Darryl Sutter takes over as coach of the Calgary Flames. Can he duplicate the mid-season turnaround he executed in Los Angeles nine years ago? - Proposed NHL draft-lottery changes include only two teams winning the lottery, only jumping up 10 spots and not jumping up to win the lottery more than twice in five years. Good changes or bad changes? - What must the NWHL do to ensure the Isobel Cup final gets played without another COVID-19 debacle? - Who will be the top target league-wide at the NHL trade deadline next month? - Listener mailbag, including: Which team will disappoint in the playoffs? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 9, 202148 min

Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Elliotte Friedman, Hockey's Media Superstar

On this week’s episode, Sportnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Ian Pulver to talk about his journey from the University of Western Ontario Gazette Newspaper to being a major force on Hockey Night in Canada. Friedman covers a host of topics, from Usain Bolt’s world-record performance at the Olympics to rendering great advice to future media contributors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 6, 20211h 11m

The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast: End of the Line for Price, Malkin and Karlsson?

This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: Collecting phone numbers - Starting Lineup: Worst Movies - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Do Cal Petersen and Chris Driedger have long-term fantasy value? (b) What's something fantasy managers overlook? (c) Is it time to give up on Carey Price as a fantasy star? (d) You should trade Patrick Kane for Nathan MacKinnon…right? (e) Is it more than a slump for Evgeni Malkin? (f) Is Erik Karlsson done as an elite fantasy contributor? And many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 3, 202137 min

The Hockey News Podcast: How do the Sabres Extinguish Their Tire Fire?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Sabres keep losing games. Jeff Skinner is a $9-million healthy scratch. Jack Eichel and coach Ralph Krueger can't even agree on how Eichel got injured. What does the future hold for this floundering franchise? - Jordan Binnington melts down and attacks three San Jose Sharks after being pulled. Was it a sign of a fiery competitor or a bad look? - Patrick Kane reaches 400 goals. Is he the greatest U.S.-born player of all-time? - How much runway does coach John Tortorella have left in Columbus? - The PWHPA makes history with nationally televised game at Madison Square Garden. Does the event move the needle for the future of women's hockey? And much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 2, 20211h 1m

Sami Jo's Podcast: Episode 2 - Roberta Bartolo

A long-time hockey player, Roberta Bartolo talks about being black in the hockey world, her time on the University of Manitoba team, and about conquering difficult tasks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 28, 20211h 13m

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: The AHL is Flying and Scott Morrow Interview

- An update on the top prospects in the AHL - With so many junior-aged players playing well in the AHL, will we see the NHL push to change the league's eligibility regulations? - Matt Savoie is staying in the USHL - good move for his development? - What's the deal with Aatu Raty? - Interview with 2021 NHL draft prospect Scott Morrow And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 24, 202150 min

The Hockey News Podcast: What's Next for Artemi Panarin?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Artemi Panarin takes a leave of absence from the New York Rangers in the wake of what the Rangers call a "fabricated story" of him assaulting an 18-year-old woman in 2011. Is there any validity to the allegations? Is the Putin government strong-arming Panarin? What happens to the Rangers' 2020-21 season now? - Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews continue to post unbelievable numbers this season. Have they officially arrived as the Gretzky/Lemieux and Crosby/Ovechkin pillars of this generation? Does playing in the North Division detract from the statistics this season? - The Pegulas have now owned the Buffalo Sabres for 10 years. The Sabres are in danger of tying an NHL record with 10 straight playoff misses. Will the franchise ever succeed under this ownership? - Sidney Crosby after 1,000 games: where does he rank among the all-time great players? - Should the NHL stage more outdoor games that are heavy on aesthetics and light on attendance like the Lake Tahoe experience? - Listener mailbag, including: is coach Claude Julien's job in jeopardy in Montreal? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23, 20211h 1m

Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Ken Baumgartner's Journey From the NHL to Harvard

This week on Storytellers with host Ian Pulver, former NHLer Ken Baumgartner joins to discuss his adventures from going to the NHL to build a successful career in business. A native of Flin Flon, Man., Baumgartnerplayed over 700 NHL games before graduating from the hallowed halls of Harvard University with an MBA. Listeners will learn how he relied on will, determination, sacrifice, intellect and so much more to forge both a great NHL tenure before building an impressive business career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 20, 20211h 0m

The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast: Is Jack Roslovic the Real Deal?

This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: Prey on the basement dwellers in the standings - Starting Lineup: Pet Peeves - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Should you play conservatively in keeper leagues in case this season ends up cancelled? (b) Time to cash in Joe Pavelski after his amazing start? (c) Will the North Division's high-scoring ways keep making a big impact on fantasy values? (d) Will Alexis Lafreniere and Kaapo Kakko be OK? (e) Time to bail on Sergei Bobrovsky if you own him? Or buy low if you don't? (f) Can Jack Roslovic be a high-end fantasy option for a full season and beyond? And many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 17, 202134 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Do Bad Teams Need Better Draft Lottery Odds?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Updating our Stanley Cup predictions at the quarter-season mark - Making early Hart Trophy predictions at the quarter-season mark - Alex Galchenyuk joins his seventh team in his 10th season. Why do teams give up on him so often? - Will the NHL's new COVID-19 protocols finally work? Will we finally stop seeing teams locked down? - Listener questions, including: Do you believe in the Calgary Flames? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 16, 202143 min

Sami Jo's Podcast: Episode 1 - Cheryl Pounder

In the inaugural episode of Sami Jo's Podcast with Sami Jo Small, two-time Olympic gold medalist and six-time World Champion, Cheryl Pounder joins the show. Cheryl talks about how she overcame self-doubt to make it back to the Canadian national team and shares her insights on how to perform in a pressure situation and how to effectively communicate in a team dynamic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 14, 20211h 4m

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Is it Worth Tanking in 2021?

This week on The Hockey News Prospect Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis: - Three prospects to watch - Who is the No. 1 prospect for the 2021 draft? - Is this a good year to tank for the draft? - Should you be worried about Alexis Lafreniere? - An interview with 2021 draft prospect Zachary L'Heureux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 10, 202139 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Can the Vancouver Canucks be Fixed?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Can the Vancouver Canucks' season be saved, or are heads about to roll at the coaching and front-office level? - Was the NHL right to uphold the blown offside review in the Blue Jackets/Hurricanes game? - John Tortorella has already benched Patrik Laine during a game. Are the Blue Jackets playing a risky game with their pending RFA? - Tom Brady has more Super Bowls than any other NFL team. Who is hockey's equivalent? - Is Auston Matthews now a top-three player in the world? - Can the NWHL find a way to thrive without the NHL stepping in to help? - Listener mailbag, including: Who would have the better career…Johnny Gaudreau using Zdeno Chara's stick, or Zdeno Chara using Johnny Gaudreau's stick? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 9, 202156 min

Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Tom Kurvers, from Stanley Cup to NHL Management

Minnesota Wild assistant GM Tom Kurvers chats about winning the Stanley Cup with Montreal, working in management with legends such as Gretzky and Yzerman, his current fight against cancer and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 6, 20211h 0m

The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast: Sell High on Tyler Toffoli?

This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: Capitalize on COVID cancellations - Starting Lineup: Most Unbreakable NHL records - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Should you sell high on Tyler Toffoli? (b) What is Connor McDavid's fantasy trade value? (c) Which player has lost the most fantasy value this season? (d) Who is the safest mid-range player to pick every year? (e) Which fantasy categories are the worst to use? (f) Who has more value for the next three years: Jack Eichel or Artemi Panarin? And many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 3, 202131 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Should the Next Penguins GM Consider Rebuilding?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Defenseman Tony DeAngelo clears waivers, and the New York Rangers say he's played his last game for them. Does he deserve a second chance with a new team, or is he out of chances? - The New Jersey Devils place 10 players on the COVID-19 list. Is there any chance the NHL can get through the entire season? Will bubbles be needed eventually? - With the North Division producing barn-burner games and teams beating up on the Ottawa Senators, will the division winner be a paper tiger in the playoffs? - Should the Pittsburgh Penguins' next GM hire consider reversing course from Jim Rutherford and exploring a rebuild? - Can Sam Bennett break out on a new team if the Calgary Flames trade him? - Listener mailbag, including: what's wrong with Matt Murray? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 2, 202151 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Who Wins the Laine/Dubois Trade in the Short and Long Term?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic for Pierre-Luc Dubois and a 2022 third-round draft pick. Who wins the trade between the Winnipeg Jets and Columbus Blue Jackets in the short and long term? - Which other big names could end up traded this season? - Is it a good idea to stage a special prospects tournament to help scouts before the 2021 NHL draft? - Can Central teams overcome their condensed schedules as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic: - Listener mailbag, including: who is the NHL's most underrated player today? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 26, 202150 min

Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Paul Henry Has Seen Everything

Former NHL scout and sports psychologist Paul Henry joins Ian Pulver to chat about his long career, the time he bought Dave Keon’s car and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 23, 20211h 12m

The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast: Ranking the Russian Goalies

This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with Matt Larkin: - Top waiver wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) best strategies for a short season (b) how much to trust Ilya Sorokin (c) Igor Shesterkin's rest-of-season value vs. Anton Khudobin's (d) The best format for fantasy scoring (e) A fast-starting player to distrust long term (f) Filip Zadina's breakout potential And many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20, 202129 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Was Voracek Right to Rip a Reporter?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Jakub Voracek blasts Flyers reporter Mike Sielski during a post-game Zoom presser. Was it fair for Voracek to voice his opinion in that forum, or was it a low blow? - The Florida Panthers are reportedly using Keith Yandle's ironman streak to pressure him into waiving his no-movement clause. A dirty tactic or nothing personal? - Overreacting to early-season storylines: which NHL teams have our attention for good or bad reasons already? - Previewing the NWHL season, which begins Jan. 23 - Listener mailbag, including: what would be the appropriate trade package for the Montreal Canadiens to get Pierre-Luc Dubois? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 19, 202151 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Predictions for the 2020-21 Season

This week on The Hockey News Podcast with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Predicting winners and dark horses for the Stanley Cup - Predicting winners and dark horses for the Hart, Art Ross, Rocket Richard, Norris, Vezina and Calder Trophies - Evander Kane files for bankruptcy, is $26.8 million in debt. How does this happen to a pro athlete? - Corey Crawford retires. Is he a Hall of Famer? - NBC Sports fires Mike Milbury and hires Mike Babcock. Is it a tone-deaf hire or does Babcock deserve a new opportunity? - Listener mailbag, including: which coach has the worst job security to open the season? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 12, 202153 min

The Hockey News Storytellers Featuring Ian Pulver: Scott Gomez's Alaskan Adventures

On the fourth episode, two-time Stanley Cup Champion Scotty Gomez joins Ian Pulver to talk about his new endeavours, Scotty’s House and Story Time with Uncle Scott. Gomez, one of the very best storytellers in the business, covers an array of topics, including his days with the New Jersey Devils and his 1,000-plus games in the NHL. Gomez renders advice to current NHLers, future pros and players at all levels. He is entertaining and witty as he discusses his heritage, his Alaskan roots and his current Scotty's House adventures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 9, 202158 min

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: WJC Gold Medal Game Preview

After a long road just to make the tournament happen, the World Junior Championship is ready for a spectacular finale. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down what Canada and the United States will have to do to win gold in Edmonton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 5, 202114 min

The Hockey News Podcast: 2020-21 East Division Preview

Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down the East Division for 2020-21. How will the standings play out between the Boston Bruins, Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 5, 202158 min

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Previewing the World Junior Championship Semifinals

With the final four teams determined, Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down the two semifinal matchups on Monday and give their picks as to who'll make their way to the championship game on Jan. 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 4, 202114 min

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Previewing the Quarter-Finals

With the quarter-finals set to begin at the World Junior Championship on Saturday, Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down the four matchups and offer up their early picks for the tournament awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 1, 202127 min

The Hockey News Podcast: 2020-21 West Division Preview

This week on The Hockey News Podcast: Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down the West Division for 2020-21. How will the standings play out between the Anaheim Ducks, Arizona Coyotes, Colorado Avalanche, Los Angeles Kings, Minnesota Wild, San Jose Sharks, St. Louis Blues and Vegas Golden Knights? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 1, 20211h 10m

The Hockey News Podcast: 2020-21 Central Division Preview

This week on The Hockey News Podcast: Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down the Central Division for 2020-21. How will the standings play out between the Carolina Hurricanes, Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings, Florida Panthers, Nashville Predators and Tampa Bay Lightning? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 29, 20201h 15m

The Hockey News Storytellers with Ian Pulver: Rod Braceful's Journey to the USNTDP

Rod Braceful has been the assistant director of player personnel for the United States National Team Development Program (USNTDP) for the past three years. But his career in hockey started long before that. As one of the primary scouts and recruiters for the program, Braceful plays an integral role in the machine that is the USNTDP. Listen as he takes host Ian Pulver on his journey from playing youth hockey in inner-city Detroit, all the way to his current prestigious position. This episode is a must-listen for players looking to evolve in their career as Braceful details the key factors that scouts search for in players both on and off the ice. On top of that, he takes a deep dive into how he broke into the hockey industry and gives actionable advice for those looking to do the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 19, 20201h 9m

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: World Junior Championship Preview

Ahead of the 2021 World Junior Hockey Championship, Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down everything about the tournament, including: - Team-by-team analysis - Players to watch - A look at the 2021 and 2022 NHL drafts And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 17, 202055 min

The Hockey News Podcast: 2020-21 All-Canadian Division Preview

Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down the soon-to-be confirmed all-Canadian Division for 2020-21. How will the standings play out? Which new rivalries might emerge? And more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 15, 202044 min

The Hockey News Storytellers With Ian Pulver: Jack Michaels is the Voice of Enthusiasm

Jack Michaels has been the radio voice of the Edmonton Oilers for over 10 seasons, and he’s seen a lot. If you haven't heard Jack call an Oilers game you’re missing something. his passion radiates through the airwaves as he calls the play by play and brings the action from the arena to the listener. But Jack Michaels, the broadcaster, becomes so much more when you hear and know his story. Jack’s journey to calling Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaltl’s games in Oil Country is inspirational. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 12, 202059 min

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: World Juniors In Trouble and Ayrton Martino Interview

This week on the Prospect Podcast with Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy: - An interview with 2021 NHL draft prospect Ayrton Martin - Ryan discusses three prospects catching his eye right now - How concerned should we be about the World Junior Championship? - Breaking down the players missing the tournament - Will a goalie go in the top 10 at the 2021 NHL draft? - Will Cole Caufield's game transfer to the NHL? - Sleeper picks for the 2021 Calder Trophy And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 9, 202031 min

The Hockey News Podcast: Should the IIHF Scrap the 2021 World Juniors?

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Vancouver Canucks owner Francesco Aquilini fires anthem singer Mark Donnelly in a tweet for performing at an anti-mask rally. Was it a fair decision or not? - COVID-19 is decimating world-junior rosters and even reaching the coaching ranks and IIHF administration now. Is it too soon to stage this tournament? Does the IIHF have to consider scrapping it for this year? - Many NHL teams are exploring the idea of outdoor games as part of their regular home schedules this season. A legit proposition or a sign of doomed times? - Seven NHL teams get to start their training camps early after failing to qualify for the 2019-20 bubble tournament: Anaheim, Buffalo, Detroit, Los Angeles, New Jersey, Ottawa and San Jose. Which of these teams will fare the best in 2020-21? - Listener mailbag, including: What are some alternative ways to make money if the NHL can't get fans in seats this season? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 8, 202051 min

The Hockey News Storytellers with Ian Pulver: Nick Kypreos' Journey from Stanley Cup to TV

On the first episode of The Hockey News Storytellers, Nick Kypreos joins host Ian Pulver to talk about his journey from childhood to parenthood, going from minor hockey to professional hockey, leaving the game with a major injury to become a trusted hockey broadcaster, insider, author and entrepreneur and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 5, 202057 min

The Hockey News Podcast: When is the NHL Going to Return?

This week on the podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell: - NHL and NHLPA - what's the deal? Are we going to get this season going or what? - The NWHL is heading into a bubble for a concentrated season. What do we think of this? - Tampa Bay re-signs Mikhail Sergachev, but is now over the cap with Anthony Cirelli and Erik Cernak still unsigned. Is dealing Tyler Johnson going to be enough? And what will that cost? - COVID-19 has shut down a lot of local teams and leagues, but businesses and schools are still open to the public nearly everywhere in North America. Is minor hockey getting a raw deal? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 1, 202049 min

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Luke Hughes Joins the Show

This week on the show, top 2021 NHL draft prospect Luke Hughes joins Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy to chat about his season so far through COVID-19, his future at the University of Michigan and the biggest lessons learned from brothers Jack and Quinn. Plus, the hosts answer your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 25, 202026 min

The Hockey News Podcast: The Winners and Losers of Reverse Retro

This week on The Hockey News Podcast with hosts Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell: - The NHL released all 31 Reverse Retro jerseys. Who are the winners and losers? - Why has Mike Hoffman still not signed? - The league and its players are still working on Jan 1 target date. Do we think it can happen? - There's been a lot of talk about which team had the best offseason. But who are the top bust teams for 2020-21? - Which host would win an arm wrestle? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 202044 min

WHL Podcast Episode 7

This week on the Women's Hockey Life podcast, Jaclyn Hawkins chats with three-time Olympic medalist, former PWHPA member, CWHL and NWHL player and mother, Meghan Duggan. After announcing her retirement only a few short weeks ago, Meghan goes in-depth on her successful hockey career as she discusses the Olympics, the hardships and successes she has experienced, her support system and her son, George As Meghan details her career, she talks about having the goal of being an Olympic hockey player as a young girl and the way she shaped herself to ensure her goal was met. Also, as the U.S. Women's National team captain for 2014 and 2018, she reflects on her experiences as a leader and the tough conversations she was a part of in regards to the 2017 boycott of the world championships. Despite the difficulty of discussing a career as monumental as Meghan's in under an hour, she certainly packs in a powerful and inspirational conversation for listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 13, 202040 min

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast: Predicting the 2021 Calder Trophy Race

The Hockey News Prospect Podcast returns with Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy to chat about: - Is Vasili Podkolzin's development being hurt in the KHL? - Owen Power not attending Canada's World Junior Championship camp - The fight for the 2021 Calder Trophy - Which 2020 draft prospects will make the jump to the NHL - Yaroslav Askarov And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 11, 202033 min

The Hockey News Podcast: All-Mailbag Edition, Vol. 4

This week on The Hockey News Podcast: It's another all-mailbag edition! Senior writers Ken Campbell, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin tackle questions such as: - What should Jim Nill do with the Dallas Stars in the next few years? - What prospect could go from bust to breakout in the 2020-21 season? - Hot-take picks to be claimed in the expansion draft - Could an all-Canadian Division work as a long-term idea? - What NHL rule changes would we like to see? And many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 9, 202047 min

Squid and the Ultimate Leafs Fan Podcast: Wendel Clark

Wendel Clark joins Mike Wilson and Rick Vaive on the show this week to talk about policing on-ice fights, the biggest change hockey since the 80s and his career with the Toronto Maple Leafs, from start to finish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7, 20201h 27m

Women's Hockey Life Podcast: Episode 6 – Pearle Nerenberg

This week on the Women's Hockey Life Podcast, Jaclyn Hawkins speaks with Pearle Nerenberg, owner of Eat This For Performance and former women's ice hockey player for Cornell University. Pearle discusses her path to Cornell University and how hockey led her to work in nutrition. Her dedication and drive to help her teammates and family members were the beginning of her journey to working with athletes to improve their nutritional health. She details the lack of information on nutrition she received as a student-athlete and that often the information that was supplied was confusing and hard to follow. She admits that she knew there had to be a better way to break down useful tips for eating for performance. From that point on, her hard work ethic and determination led her to launch her own business, Eat This For Performance, which allows hers to assist athletes become the best version of themselves through proper nutrition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 6, 202035 min