The Big Show

THN's Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell end off the summer with a special all-mailbag edition of the podcast. Topics include, GMs on the hot seat, Jake Gardiner, potential rookie surprises, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Edward Fraser and Ryan Kennedy discuss Evgeny Kusnetsov’s four-year IIHF suspension (1:00), Bill Guerin as Minnesota’s new GM (5:45), Jake Gardiner and the best remaining UFAs (15:44), potential 2020 draft sleepers (22:10) and some of the upcoming year’s most promising rookies (27:19). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (32:14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Edward Fraser and Ryan Kennedy discuss Evgeny Kusnetsov’s four-year IIHF suspension (1:00), Bill Guerin as Minnesota’s new GM (5:45), Jake Gardiner and the best remaining UFAs (15:44), potential 2020 draft sleepers (22:10) and some of the upcoming year’s most promising rookies (27:19). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (32:14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN's Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin discuss RFA contract standoffs (1:00) and Jim Benning's extension (17:53). Then, Matt discusses some fantasy position battles (21:57) and Ryan focuses his future watch on Kirby Dach and Cole Perfetti (25:20). Plus, Matt predicts the 2020 Cup Final (28:38) and they answer some mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Edmonton and Calgary’s Neal for Lucic swap (0:30), Jacob Trouba’s big extension (7:17), Artemi Panarin’s interview comments about Vladimir Putin (11:32) and Seattle naming Ron Francis as their inaugural GM (17:06). Then, Matt gives out some fantasy insider tips of players to stay away from next season (23:16) and Ryan focuses his future watch on the 2020 draft’s top prospects (27:15). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (36:18) and they answer some mailbag questions (40:18). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell answer mailbag questions about hockey parents, hypothetical McDavid trades, whether St. Louis is a favourite next season and much, much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether or not we will see another offer sheet this summer (0:30), the best of the remaining UFAs (5:40), and some of the offseason’s quietest teams (11:20). Then, Matt looks at the fantasy implications of some offseason moves (16:56) and Ryan focuses his future watch on some potential breakout stars next season (19:26). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (21:49) and they answer some mailbag questions (24:51). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After an eventful first day of free agency, THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Sebastian Aho’s offer sheet and the RFA threat (1:00), winners and losers from free agency so far (8:39) and all the trades that happened in the lead up to free agency (30:42). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News' Ryan Kennedy chatted with New Jersey Devils president Hugh Weber about selecting Jack Hughes, the further growth of hockey around the world and the future of the Devils franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A year into his role as executive vice president of business development with New Jersey, Brodeur spoke to The Hockey News' Ryan Kennedy about his new role, the future of the Devils and his own experiences with the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss winners and losers from the NHL draft (0:45) and the Subban (14:08), Marleau (19:50), Miller (26:13) and Trouba (29:32) trades. Then, they predict destinations for some of the biggest name UFAs, including Duchene, Panarin, Pavelski and Lee (31:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN's Steven Ellis, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell do a pick by pick mock of this year's NHL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Steven Ellis, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the Blues’ Stanley Cup run and whether they have any chance to repeat (1:25), Erik Karlsson’s contract extension with San Jose (6:23), Dallas Eakins’ hiring in Anaheim (13:57) and Dion Phaneuf’s buyout with Los Angeles. Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on WHL rookie Matt Savoy (22:17) and Ken gives his weekly hot take (27:49). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (30:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin discuss Game 7 (2:30), whether Anaheim can unload Corey Perry’s contract (8:52) and whether Jeff Skinner will live up to his new deal (14:00). Then, Matt takes Ken’s place with a weekly hot take (25:46) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Alex Turcotte and recent Calder Cup champion Morgan Geekie (29:18). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (33:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin and Ken Campbell breakdown all facets of the Stanley Cup final between Boston and St. Louis ahead of game one. Plus, audio from Bruce Cassidy’s Saturday press conference (33:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether or not Joe Pavelski’s concussion history should keep him out of the rest of the Western Conference finals (0:26), whether Erik Karlsson’s injury history will hurt his value this offseason (8:39) and if Boston is the Stanley Cup favourite (13:35). Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Layton Ahac and Anaheim Ducks prospect Sam Steel (18:30). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (24:03) and they answer some mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the conference final matchups (0:56), current coaching vacancies (20:30) and Kaapo Kakko versus Jack Hughes at the World Championship (26:15). Then, Ken gives his weekly hot take (35:50) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Moritz Seider and Montreal prospect Nick Suzuki (39:50). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (46:42). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Ken Holland’s hiring in Edmonton (0:30), Dallas vs. St. Louis game seven (7:11), the women’s hockey boycott (11:47) and whether the league could remove all headshots (21:31). Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Raphael Lavoie and Leafs first rounder Rasmus Sandin (29:24). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (39:40) and they answer some mailbag questions (42:19). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Edward Fraser, Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy discuss their updated Stanley Cup favourites (0:45), whether the NHL needs to address playoff officiating (11:00) and their biggest award nominee snubs (19:54). Then, Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Karl Henriksson and Hershey goalie Ilya Samsonov (26:45) and Matt fills in for Ken with a hot take (31:15). Plus, they answer some mailbag questions (35:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether Steve Yzerman’s can turn things around in Detroit (0:45), game sevens for Boston Toronto (10:30) and San Jose Vegas (16:23) and what went wrong for Tampa Bay and Winnipeg this postseason (19:15). Then, Matt gives some fantasy goalie keeper league sleepers (31:25) and Ryan focuses his future watch on Under-18 star Cole Caufield (34:23). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (37:55) and they answer some mailbag questions (41:27) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Nazem Kadri’s controversial hit (1:15), Tampa Bay and Pittsburgh’s surprising 3-0 deficits (7:15) and the controversy at the women’s World Championship finals (16:10). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider keeper league tips (23:10) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Peyton Krebs and Bruins goalie prospect Kyle Keyser (27:30). Plus, Ken gives his Frozen Four hot take (33:20) and they answer some mailbag questions (36:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell break down the Western Conference playoff picture series by series. (0:37) – Colorado vs. Calgary (12:04) – Dallas vs. Nashville (22:10) – Vegas vs. San Jose (31:08) – St. Louis vs. Winnipeg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the recent string of coach firings (1:00) before breaking down the Eastern Conference playoff picture series by series. (13:08) - Columbus vs. Tampa Bay (20:58) - Carolina vs. Washington (29:02) - Toronto vs. Boston (39:18) - Pittsburgh vs. New York Islanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Columbus’ rocky road to the playoffs (1:00), Bob Nicholson’s comments about Tobias Rieder (9:10), their top Vezina candidates (15:55) and takeaways from the Clarkson Cup final (23:21). Then, Matt gives some fantasy pickup tips (29:18) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Blake Murray and Flyers first rounder Joel Farabee (31:58). Plus, Ken talks about his magazine feature on Avalanche prospect Cale Makar (34:28) and they answer some mailbag questions (37:23). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Toronto’s terrible week (1:05), Arizona’s playoff push (8:20) and Nikita Kucherov and other Hart Trophy frontrunners (11:40). Then, Matt dishes out some fantasy pickup tips (17:08) and Ryan focuses his future watch on Finnish defenseman Ville Heinola and Stars prospect Jason Robertson (18:40). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take on the NHL’s playoff format (26:13) and they answer some mailbag questions (32:24). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell spend this week answering all your mailbag questions. Topics include potential NHL Survivor contestants, fighting, Ted Lindsay and the Islanders’ playoff chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the winners, losers and all the big deals from yesterday’s trade deadline. Winners: Nashville(3:00), NYR(8:38), Vegas(13:35) Losers: Toronto(20:24), Pittsburgh(25:02), Philadelphia(28:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the biggest names, destinations and rumours ahead of next week’s trade deadline, including: Mark Stone and Matt Duchene (0:30), Winnipeg (8:00), Artemi Panarin (16:41), Chris Kreider (19:34), Eeli Tolvanen (23:05), Dougie Hamilton (30:23), Jakob Silfverberg (33:24) and more. Plus, they answer some trade-themed mailbag questions (35:34). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the recent Jonathan Huberdeau trade rumours (2:00), Ottawa’s rental trade chips (7:15) and whether Calgary has reason to panic after their recent slump (15:10). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider pickup tips (20:47) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Maxim Cajkovic and Montreal goalie prospect Cayden Primeau (22:59). Plus, Ken dishes out his weekly hot take (29:50), and they answer some mailbag questions (35:44). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the Pittsburgh and Florida’s Bjugstad trade (0:50), the return of Carolina Hurricanes celebration complaints (9:07), potential Artemi Panarin trade destinations (12:40) and whether Mitch Marner could get an offer sheet this offseason (20:10). Then, Matt gives his fantasy pickup tips (25:52) andRyan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Alex Newhook and Senators goalie pick Joel Daccord (27:41). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take, which involves the Islanders (33:08) and they answer some mailbag questions (36:13). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin and Ken Campbell discuss the Jake Muzzin trade, Brianna Decker and Kendall Coyne Schofield’s performances at All-Star weekend (8:55). Then, Matt gives out some fantasy insider pickup tips (18:05) and Ken gives his hot take of the week (20:18). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Peter Chiarelli’s firing and where Edmonton goes from here (1:00), Toronto’s recent slump (11:50) and the most intriguing trade deadline seller candidates (16:56). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider pickup tips (22:00) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Dylan Cozens and Panthers pick Aleksi Heponiemi (24:21). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (29:24) and they answer some mailbag questions (33:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether Calgary has solidified themselves as a Stanley Cup contender (0:45), Anaheim’s struggles and whether they should move on from Randy Carlyle (6:27), Rick Nash’s retirement announcement (11:26) and former NCAA coaches struggling at the NHL level (15:40). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider tips (22:02) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 prospect Alex Turcotte and Flyers draft pick Isaac Ratcliffe (25:18). Plus, Ken gives his hot take of the week, involving Michael Matheson’s recent game against Vancouver (34:19), and they answer some mailbag questions (37:44). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss their first half MVP picks (0:57), the return of Dougie Hamilton trade rumours (5:59) and whether Montreal should be a buyer in the second half (10:27). Then, Matt dishes out his fantasy insider tips (14:57) and Ryan focuses his future watch on World Junior standouts Kaapo Kakko and Grigori Denisenko (17:00). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take (23:40) and they answer some mailbag questions (26:24). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy preview the upcoming World Junior Championship by taking a look at all 10 teams in the tournament. They also give their tournament predictions (32:31) and answer some world junior mailbag questions (34:10). Canada (0:50) USA (5:43) Russia (10:45) Finland (14:50) Sweden (18:28) Czech Republic (23:17) Switzerland (26:42) Slovakia (27:45) Denmark (28:23) Kazakhstan (29:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the rejuvenated Battle of Alberta (1:00), reports of potentially expanding the amount of teams in the playoffs (6:20) and the potential for an Auston Matthews offer sheet this summer (10:12). Then, Matt gives his best fantasy pickup options (15:45) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Yegor Afanasyev and Devils first rounder Ty Smith (18:04). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take, which involves a Patrick Kane fake trade (25:36) and they answer some mailbag questions (29:19). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the end to the William Nylander Saga (1:00), whether they thought Tom Wilson’s latest hit was worthy of punishment (5:41) and whether a potential move to the Central Division could foreshadow the Coyotes relocating to Houston (9:54). Then, Matt gives out his fantasy insider tips (13:24) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Connor McMichael and Detroit first rounder Joe Veleno (15:10). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take, which involves how he thinks Toronto will fare in the postseason (20:08) and they answer some mailbag questions (22:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Chicago and Arizona’s trade last night (0:30), whether a fine was enough punishment for Antoine Roussel’s bite (6:55) and the breaking news of Ron Hextall’s firing (9:48). Then, Matt dishes out his fantasy insider tips (15:23), Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Jakob Pelletier (17:05) and Chicago prospect Evan Barratt (17:05). Then, Ken gives his hot take of the week (21:57) and they answer some mailbag questions (25:02). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the recent trades between Pittsburgh and Los Angeles and Edmonton and New York (0:30), whether Boston is in trouble (4:40) and whether Buffalo is for real (8:04). Then, Matt gives out his fantasy insider tips (11:03), Ryan focuses this week’s future watch on 2019 draft prospect Bobby Brink and Leafs goalie prospect Ian Scott (13:35). Plus, Ken gives his hot take of the week (18:22) and they answer some mailbag questions (21:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the NHL’s recent concussion settlement (0:40), what the Leafs should do with the Nylander holdout (6:10) and Wayne Gretzky’s Elias Pettersson comments (11:25). Then, Matt gives his fantasy insider tips (14:27) and Ryan focuses his future watch on draft prospect Bowen Byram and Blues prospect Scott Perunovich (17:11). Plus, Ken gives his weekly hot take on the goalie equipment debate (25:55), and they answer some mailbag questions (30:07). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss John Stevens’ firing in LA (0:25) and break down the new contracts of Pekka Rinne (5:28) and Yanni Gourde (9:15). Then, Matt gives his best fantasy insider pickups (13:52) and Ryan focuses his future watch on 2019 draft prospect Vasili Podkolzin (15:40) and Vegas first rounder Erik Brannstrom (16:57). Plus, Ken is back with his hot take of the week (22:00), the guys answer some mailbag questions, and we listen in on Matt’s interview with actor and Habs fan Jay Baruchel about his new book Born into It: A Fan’s Life (35:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin and Ryan Kennedy discuss Auston Matthews’ injury and how it will impact the Leafs (0:42), Carey Price vs. Patrick Roy (4:32), and which coach is favourite to be the first fired (7:17). Then, Matt gives out his fantasy insider pickup tips (9:47) and Ryan focuses his future watch on the 2019 draft’s top goalie prospect Spencer Knight (11:07) and Flyers’ prospect Morgan Frost (12:50). Plus, Matt fills in for Ken’s hot take of the week with a Sergei Bobrovsky take (16:55), they answer some mailbag questions (19:24) and play Matt’s interview with Tyler Seguin (27:07). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Pekka Rinne’s injury and if Juuse Saros can take over the Preds’ starting job (0:35), and whether LA’s cold start (3:58) and Ottawa’s hot start (8:10) are a sign of things to come for either team. Then, Matt gives his weekly fantasy insider tips (11:43), and Ryan focuses this week’s future watch on 2019 draft prospect Raphael Lavoie and Avs defense prospect Cale Makar (14:49). Plus, Ken dishes out his hot take of the week, which involves Auston Matthews’ next contract (21:45) and they answer some mailbag questions (25:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss whether Mike Matheson’s hit on Canucks rookie Elias Petterson is suspension worthy (0:28), the teams off to slow starts they’re most worried about (4:52) and the hot teams out of the gate they’re most confident in (8:42). Then, Matt dishes out some fantasy pickup tips (12:02) and Ryan breaks down the game of the 2019 draft’s top prospect Jack Hughes (13:40) and Vegas Golden Knights first rounder Cody Glass (15:57). Plus, Ken gives his hot take of the week (19:38) and they answer some reader questions (22:51). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Brian Elliott’s complain about the size of his goalie equipment (1:58), which team will be hurt most by the recent rash of goalie injuries (5:40) and Jeremy Jacobs’ comments about a franchise in Houston (9:59). Then, Matt gives out his fantasy insider tips (13:41) and Ryan breaks down 2019 draft prospect Kirby Dach (15:23) and Sabres goalie prospect Ukka Pekka Luukonen (16:24). Plus, Ken gives his hot take of the week (19:43) and they answer some mailbag questions (24:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss Tom Wilson’s latest controversial hit (1:12), EA Sports’ NHL 19 season (4:18) and who is likely to be the first player traded this season (7:39). Matt dishes out some fantasy insider tips (12:37), while Ryan gives the prospect profile of Finnish star Kaapo Kakko (14:39) and Panthers prospect Serron Noel (16:22). Plus, they listen to Ken’s hot take of the week (18:37) and answer some reader questions (23:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell conclude their season previews by breaking down each team in the Pacific Division. (0:45) – Vancouver (6:52) – Arizona (13:01) – Edmonton (18:52) – Los Angeles (23:43) – Anaheim (28:52) – Vegas (32:44) – San Jose (38:34) – Calgary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell discuss the Erik Karlsson trade and what it means for both Ottawa and San Joese (0:30) before continuing their season previews by breaking down each team in the Metro Division. (8:42) New York Islanders (14:01) New York Rangers (17:40) New Jersey Devils (22:04) Carolina Hurricanes (27:50) Philadelphia Flyers (30:38) Pittsburgh Penguins (34:37) Washington Capitals (39:06) Columbus Blue Jackets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Matt Larkin, Ryan Kennedy and Ken Campbell break down last night’s Max Pacioretty trade between Montreal and Vegas (0:30) before previewing the teams in the Central Division. (8:10) – Chicago (13:20) – Minnesota (18:50) – Colorado (24:05) – Dallas (29:53) – St. Louis (35:06) – Nashville (41:39) – Winnipeg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THN’s Edward Fraser, Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larking kick off the 2018/19 season previews by taking a look at the teams in the Atlantic Division. (0:53) – Ottawa (6:08) – Detroit (12:11) – Montreal (19:00) – Buffalo (23:13) – Florida (28:16) – Boston (34:17) – Toronto (40:40) – Tampa Bay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices