The Big Show

The Hockey News Big Show is here to look around the NHL playoffs and beyond with former NHL player Drew Shore providing some unique insight. Here’s what Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy and Shore discussed in this episode: 1:03: After the Florida Panthers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 5, how do the Leafs go about forcing a Game 7? 3:15: How do you block out a booing home crowd as a player? 4:44: If the Maple Leafs lose this series, does something drastic have to happen to the Core Four? 7:51: Would you make any changes to the Leafs' lineup in Game 6? 8:16: As a player, do you know when a series is all but over? 9:43: Is this Panthers team better than last year's Cup-winning squad? 11:47: How important is it for the Edmonton Oilers to have scoring depth and not rely on Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl for all offense? 14:02: Should a team in win-now mode use more third- and fourth-round draft picks in trades? 16:34: Is there an alternate universe where the Maple Leafs have Mikko Rantanen? 17:31: Does Andrei Svechnikov still go second overall in the 2018 NHL draft, and how is his play this playoffs? 20:20: Is Carolina's recent play too much for Washington to handle? 21:10: Hypothetically, who wins in the Eastern Conference final between Carolina and Florida? 22:16: Have you ever seen a goalie or skater be so different on the road versus at home, as is the case with Connor Hellebuyck right now? 23:08: How much does Miro Heiskanen impact Dallas' chances of winning the Cup? 24:48: Did the Vancouver Canucks make the right move by hiring Adam Foote? 28:25: Is Rick Tocchet a good fit for the Philadelphia Flyers? 31:17: Agree or disagree: will Jonathan Toews land with an NHL team, and if so, which one? 35:36: Should being a Long Island native influence the Islanders' decision to select James Hagens with the No. 1 pick? 39:07: Evan Bouchard or Matthew Knies, if you are a GM, who do you offer a contract to and why? 41:38: Would you rather have Florida's Finnish players or Dallas’ Finnish Mafia? 42:46: Who's to blame for the Leafs this playoffs: Auston Matthews or Mitch Marner? 43:43: Will a Canadian team win the Cup this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to look around the NHL playoffs and beyond, with help from a special guest. Here’s what Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy and ex-NHL player Drew Shore discussed in this episode: 0:55: Does Sunrise, Fla., get enough credit for how good of a city and Florida Panthers home crowd it is to play? 1:31: How important are line matchups between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Panthers going to be now that the series is headed to Florida, where Paul Maurice will have the last change? 3:06: Which line should Florida match up against Auston Matthews or William Nylander's line, as the top line? 6:05: Will the Florida Panthers try to slow play down and win with low-scoring games? 7:06: The Mikko Rantanen Show was on full display again. Have we ever seen one player take over like this before? 9:42: How will the Winnipeg Jets stop Rantanen? 10:26: Is Jim Nill the best GM in the Modern Era? 14:28: The Carolina Hurricanes is up 1-0 against the Washington Capitals, but can you see this series going to six or seven games? 16:14: What is it like being coached by Rod Brind'Amour? 17:30: Is there something about Carolina's style of hockey that doesn’t translate into the playoffs? 18:36: Sebastian Aho has the type of slight build that shouldn't work in the playoffs. What makes him so effective as a competitor? 20:46: Will goaltending be Edmonton's Achilles heel, or is it good enough? 24:15: Alex Pietrangelo and Pavel Dorofeyev of Vegas were absent from practice. How big would these losses be? 27:56: World Championship: which players have the most to gain/lose? 32:27: Why has James Hagens dropped so far in the rankings heading into the NHL draft? 34:47: Joel Quenneville is reportedly joining the Anaheim Ducks. Is he the right coach for this team? 36:55: Kraken/Golden Knights/Mammoth: which recent new team has the best name? 37:35: Connor McDavid or Jack Eichel: Regular seasons aside, who has been the better playoff performer? 39:12: Home teams aren’t performing very well in the second round of the playoffs, so is home-ice advantage real? 40:25: Who is your early Conn Smythe pick? Anyone else besides Rantanen? 41:02: Would the Avalanche have been better off with Rantanen or depth? 42:30: What's your current pump-up song? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to not only discuss the closing stages of the first round but some of the other biggest topics in the NHL. Here’s what Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy and Katie Gaus discussed in this episode: 0:47: Game 6 between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators is Thursday night. Are the Leafs still "fine," or could they blow another series lead again? 3:30: How much pressure is on the Maple Leafs in Game 6, and do you expect any lineup changes? 6:06: Even if the Maple Leafs do win the series, have they changed your mind about them being a "contender?" 9:30: The Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals will meet in the second round. Thoughts on this series? 13:28: In Game 5 between the Minnesota Wild and Vegas Golden Knights, there was a league review for a kicking motion, which gave Vegas time to watch the goal, and when it was determined there was no kick, Vegas challenged for offside, and the goal was overturned. Many online comments suggest that this is ruining hockey. Do you agree? 16:43: Most surprising series so far? 20:11: First-round MVP candidates so far? 22:07: Player that's been the biggest surprise in the first round, for good or bad reasons? 25:19: The NHL’s coaching carousel is spinning like crazy, with so many open jobs. Where do we see Rick Tocchet and Mike Sullivan landing? Could more coaches lose their jobs? 29:15: The NHL’s Hart Trophy finalists are Leon Draisaitl, Connor Hellebuyck and Nikita Kucherov. Thoughts on no Nathan Mackinnon? Who will win it? 33:16: Taylor Hall signed a three-year contract extension worth $3.167 million annually. Do we like it? 34:25: Utah Hockey Club’s YouTube channel briefly showed "@UtahMammoth" as the handle... sounds like this is it? Yay or nay? 36:58: Who do you want to see win the NHL draft lottery? Who actually wins it? 39:59: Patrik Laine enters the final year of his contract next season. Do the Habs re-sign him over the summer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a special guest for a special playoff edition of The Hockey News Big Show. Longtime NHL coach Bruce Boudreau joins Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos to discuss what's going on in the Stanley Cup playoffs, what's happening with the non-playoff squads and some of Boudreau's stories, including his time with the Vancouver Canucks. Here's what they discussed in this episode: 0:00: Which goaltender should start for the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 versus the Los Angeles Kings? 8:14: Has Matthew Knies’ play unlocked a new level of offense for the Toronto Maple Leafs on the power play? 14:58: Have the Washington Capitals proven to be a true Stanley Cup contender? 20:19: With their roster now fully healthy, do the Florida Panthers have the scariest offense in the East? 24:49: Are the Winnipeg Jets proving they don’t need Connor Hellebuyck to play at a top-tier level to be a Stanley Cup contender? 28:36: Breaking down Gabriel Landeskog’s return to the Colorado Avalanche's lineup. 33:50: After signing an extension with the New York Rangers, what should Chris Drury’s off-season plan be? 39:15: Who should take home the Jack Adams Award this year? 41:01: Will Alex Ovechkin retire from hockey before the age of 50? 43:30: Who’s the best goal-scorer that Boudreau ever played with and against? 45:03: Which first-round series is most likely to have an upset? 47:34: Should Jim Rutherford have discussed Quinn Hughes’ contract talks publicly? 49:27: Updated Stanley Cup picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to preview the first round of the NHL’s 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs. Here’s what Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy and Steve Warne discussed in this episode: 0:57: Will the Battle of Ontario have over or under three fights in this series? 3:01: Do the Ottawa Senators hope they can suck the Toronto Maple Leafs into playing a physical style of game? 3:55: What will playoff Brady Tkachuk look like? 5:45: Who will be the Maple Leafs’ X-factor for them? 7:40: How much of a load will Jake Sanderson face against Toronto's top line? 8:55: Predictions for the Leafs and Sens series 10:34: Do the youngsters in Montreal have enough in them to run the table against the Washington Capitals? 13:59: Prediction for the Canadiens and Capitals series 15:18: In the Battle of Florida, Vasilevskiy and Bobrosky have both been known to turn it on in the playoffs. Will this series turn into a goalie duel? 17:21: Will the physical aspect of Florida match up to the skill of Tampa? 18:45 Predictions for the Panthers and Lightning series 21:04: Predictions for the Carolina Hurricanes and New Jersey Devils series 21:49: Are there any similarities you see between this year's St. Louis Blues team and the 2019 team that won the Cup? 24:21: Does Jordan Binnington have the edge over Connor Hellebuyck? 25:34: Prediction for the Jets and Blues series 26:43: How do injuries affect the Dallas Stars? 28:52: Will Mikko Rantanen be the X-factor for Dallas while facing his old team? 30:39: How do you see this series between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Minnesota Wild shaking out? 32:13: Are there any similarities you see between this year's Vegas team and the team that won the Cup? 33:38: Predictions for the Knights and Wild 34:02: Are injuries still a big issue for the Edmonton Oilers? 35:03: How will the goaltending matchup look between the Oilers and Los Angeles Kings? 37:08: Predictions for the Kings and Oilers series 37:20: Who do you see in the Stanley Cup final? 40:06: Which player will lead the playoffs in scoring? 41:14: Since the 2014-15 season, only three of the Stanley Cup winners have been from the Western Conference. Will this year's winner be coming from the East or West? 42:16: Which team will go on a Cinderella run? 43:44: Who is an unlikely playoff hero? 44:36: Which Cup "favorite" will go out earliest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is back to discuss some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed in this episode: 3:01: The Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars are locked in for a first-round matchup. Here’s what to expect and the series prediction. 7:48: The Winnipeg Jets clinched the Presidents' Trophy as the regular-season champions. Since 1986, only eight of the 37 Presidents' Trophy winners have won the Stanley Cup. Do you believe in the curse? 11:01: What has impressed you most about Winnipeg's season, and more importantly, can they continue it in the playoffs? 13:55: For the first time in NHL history, the Bruins, Penguins and Rangers have all missed the playoffs. Which team will make it back into the playoffs? What moves do they need to make to get there? 17:14: This year's Stanley Cup playoffs could likely feature five of the seven Canadian teams. It would be the first time five Canadian teams have made it since 2017. Is this the year since 1993 we see the Stanley Cup brought back to Canada? 21:08: Which team has a better chance of winning the Cup between Toronto and Winnipeg? 21:59: We've got a few new faces making it into the playoffs this year. Which player who has never been in the playoffs are you most excited to see get their first taste of playoff hockey? 24:12: Which player is a bigger loss for their team heading into the playoffs: Mattias Ekholm for the Oilers or Oliver Bjorkstrand for the Lightning? 28:07: Reports out of Boston indicate that no changes are expected in the Bruins’ front office, so it looks like Don Sweeney and Cam Neely are here to stay. Is this good or bad for Boston? Could we see any other team making changes at the top and firing a GM? 32:19: Ivan Demidov had an impressive NHL debut, with one goal and one assist. Could he be the next Guy Lafleur? 34:52: Logan Couture is not expected to continue his NHL playing career. He played 15 years, all for the San Jose Sharks. Where does he rank among all-time Sharks greats? 36:37: The NHLPA Player Poll was released today – 630 players were asked to name the league's most complete player. Sidney Crosby finished slightly ahead of Aleksander Barkov. Agree or disagree? 39:29: What’s your favorite NHL Stanley Cup playoff tradition? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re nearly one week away from the NHL playoffs, and The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss some of the biggest topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and guest co-host Steve Warne discussed in this episode: 1:03: We have our first Stanley Cup playoff series officially locked in. The Carolina Hurricanes will host the New Jersey Devils. What will we see in this series? 3:31: Will the Hurricanes and Devils have high-scoring battles? 4:56: Predicting the winner of the Hurricanes-Devils series 6:30: The Minnesota Wild got Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek back from injury. How do their returns change Minnesota’s playoff outlook? 10:13: The Los Angeles Kings and the Edmonton Oilers are once again almost a lock to battle it out in the first round. This would be the fourth-straight year they meet in Round 1. How could this time be different? 13:00: Steve updates his top eight Stanley Cup contenders list. 14:40: Micheal explains his changes to his Cup contenders list and why. 16:59: How does a team balance resting players and making sure they are ready to go for Game 1 of the playoffs? 19:26: What should we know about Ivan Demidov and his game as he joins the Montreal Canadiens? What kind of boost could this give Montreal? 23:34: Brock Boeser said it’s unlikely he’ll re-sign with the Vancouver Canucks. Where could he end up? 26:20: Should Boeser be worried about looking for a higher salary or getting more trem? 28:10: Which team likely to miss the playoffs this year will take an even bigger step backward next season? 31:00: In their rookie seasons, Connor Bedard had 22 goals and 61 points in 68 games, while Macklin Celebrini has 24 goals and 62 points in 66 games and counting. Who would you take? 33:46: The Philadelphia Flyers have won four of five games since firing John Tortorella. Michkov has eight points in five games, and Foerster has seven points, with both getting more ice time. In hindsight, did the Flyers make the right decision to fire their coach with less than a month left? 36:49: Patrick Roy put in 21-year-old AHL goalie Tristan Lennox with the team down 6-1, then pulled him after allowing a goal on two shots in the 9-2 loss. Did this bother you? Is Roy on thin ice after this move? 40:25: The NCAA national championship game is Saturday. Who is your pick to win between Western Michigan and Boston University? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is back for another week of discussing some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and guest co-host Steve Warne discussed in this episode: 1:04: Now that Alex Ovechkin broke the NHL all-time goals record, what's next for him? How will he add to his greatness? 6:28: Will Ovechkin’s new record ever be broken? 9:50: Where does Ovechkin rank on the NHL's "greatest players ever" list? 11:36: The Ottawa Senators are now just two points behind the Florida Panthers for third place in the Atlantic Division. Could the Senators snag that spot? 14:20: On his 32 Thoughts podcast, Elliotte Friedman discussed what is being called the "Sunshine State Conspiracy" against Toronto. Do we think this "conspiracy" of the Panthers trying to get the first wild-card spot to face the Toronto Maple Leafs is real? 18:07: Both conferences’ second wild-card teams, the Minnesota Wild and Montreal Canadiens, have at least a four-point lead over the teams chasing them to get in. Can any team in the chase actually catch up, or is the playoff picture getting clearer? 22:53: Which trade acquisition who didn't hit the ground running with their new team is due for a hot streak? 26:27: Tage Thompson is up to 43 goals this season, the third most in the NHL. Is he the best value contract in the NHL? Are his prime years being wasted in Buffalo? Would they ever consider trading him? 31:36: Anthony Stolarz is 5-0-0 in his last 5 starts with a .944 save percentage. Is the Leafs’ Game 1 starter debate over? 33:33: Which Canadian forward who got snubbed at the 4 Nations Face-Off should be on the Olympic team? 34:40: Lane Hutson is feeling like a lock for the Calder. Should he also be getting some serious consideration for the Norris? 37:30: When asked about his message to his team following their 5-1 loss to the Lightning, Rangers coach Peter Laviolette said, "I don't have a message right now. I don't go into the locker room after the game." Is it weird for the coach not to go in the dressing room after a game? 40:06: Ovechkin's first posts since breaking the NHL all-time goals record both expressed his love for longtime teammate Nicklas Backstrom. Are they the best bro-mance in hockey? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is back to discuss more of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and guest co-host Steve Warne discussed in this episode: 0:46: We have a new top eight Cup contenders list to dive into this week, as Steve Warne fills in for Ryan Kennedy. Let's kick off with his list and his defense of his choices. 2:26: Michael defends his latest Cup contenders list. 4:08: Steve doesn't have the Toronto Maple Leafs on his Cup contenders list, but Michael does. Steve explains his reasoning behind the decision. 5:29: Is there a team that didn’t make the Cup contenders list but could have if it had an easier path in the playoffs? 9:22: Ottawa Senators coach Travis Green says captain Brady Tkachuk is out "day-to-day" with an upper body injury. He's missed two games so far, so how concerned should Senators fans be? 12:43: Maple Leafs center Scott Laughton has had just two points and a minus-5 rating, the worst on the team since trading for him. How has he played during this stretch? Is he a fit for the Leafs? 16:12: Which trade deadline acquisition has had the best impact with their new team? 19:15: The NHL and Rogers Communications agreed to a 12-year deal worth $7.7 billion. Thoughts on this massive deal? 24:09: Will the St. Louis Blues finish in the first wild-card spot in the West ahead of the Minnesota Wild? Is it over for the Calgary Flames? 28:48: Patrick Roy ripped Anthony Duclair following the New York Islanders’ sixth straight loss on Tuesday night. Was Roy out of line with his comments? Are the Isles' struggles more player problems or coaching problems? 32:47: Which building will be the toughest to win a playoff game in? 34:59: Jalen Chatfield pulled a UFC move to throw Connor McMichael to the ice during a fight. Chatfield received no discipline from the NHL's Department of Player Safety. Agree or disagree with the decision? 37:56: Cale Makar became the first D-man since Mike Green to score 30 goals. Who will be the next defenseman to achieve this lofty goal? 40:33: Ovechkin is three goals away from breaking Gretzky's all-time goals record. He has two games to break the record and tie Gretzky in the number of games needed. Can he do it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for The Hockey News Big Show, where we explore some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and guest co-host Steve Warne discussed in this episode: 1:07: The Ottawa Senators hold a decent lead on the Eastern wild-card standings. What has allowed this group to nearly seal a spot in the post-season? 4:08: Are there any similarities between this year's Senators and the 2017 team that made it to the Eastern Conference final? 7:24: We could see the Battle of Ontario in the first round if the Toronto Maple Leafs earn the top spot in the Atlantic Division. Who wins it? 10:32: Are the Montreal Canadiens running out of steam? Which team looks likeliest to get the second wild-card spot? 13:38: Leon Draisaitl is up to 51 goals this season. There are now just two active players with four or more 50-plus-goal seasons. Could Draisaitl be a better goal-scorer than Auston Matthews? 16:43: Where do we think Brad Marchand could end up next season? 19:44: Avalanche captain Gabe Landeskog was seen this week working on special teams with one of the power-play units. Will he return for the playoffs? If so, what kind of impact would his comeback have on the Avalanche? 23:50: Which team has the most pressure to win in the first round of the playoffs? 27:19: The Seattle Kraken and the Nashville Predators are the newest teams to be "officially eliminated" from the playoffs. What moves would you like each team to make this off-season? 30:08: Only four players from the Senators’ last playoff appearance are still active in the NHL. Can you name them? 31:19: College hockey studs Jimmy Snuggerud (STL) and Ryan Leonard (WSH) are both expected to make their NHL debut Tuesday night. Who do we think will make a bigger impact as an NHL player? 32:59: The New York Rangers' bus reportedly hit San Jose rookie Macklin Celebrini's car. What is a bigger bummer: losing in a blowout to the Rangers or having your car hit? 35:01: The NCAA Hockey Frozen Four is officially set. Denver is back to defend its title and will face Western Michigan. Penn State continues its Cinderella run and will take on Boston University. Who are your picks to win it? 37:10: Gavin McKenna has nine points in just two playoff games. If he was draft-eligible this year, would he go first overall? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kickstart the weekend with The Hockey News Big Show, where we explore some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:36: The Philadelphia Flyers fired coach John Tortorella. What do we think of Tortorella’s comments on Tuesday and the subsequent decision by the Flyers to move on? 6:20: Who do we think should be the next coach in Philadelphia, and will Tortorella end up coaching elsewhere by next season? 8:14: The St. Louis Blues are on an eight-game winning streak. What has stood out about St. Louis during this run, and should teams be genuinely concerned about meeting them in the first round? 11:10: Brad Marchand is slated to make his debut with the Florida Panthers on Friday against Utah Hockey Club. Do we like Marchand on the second line with Sam Bennett? 13:14: When Matthew Tkachuk returns to the Panthers’ lineup, who becomes a healthy scratch? 14:58: Alex Ovechkin is now just six goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record. Do general sports fans realize this is going on? Is the NHL doing enough to promote this Great Chase? 19:11: Day 1 of the NCAA men’s hockey national championship is in the books. These eliminations mean we have many players who could turn pro now that their seasons are done, but one of the biggest names to watch is MSU goalie Trey Augustine. Do we think Augustine will sign to go pro or return for his junior season at MSU? 20:51: What other prospects are you keeping an eye on now that their seasons are over? 23:17: We return to our weekly look at Ryan and Michael’s top eight Stanley Cup contenders. Starting with Ryan's list, which squad moved the most on his list and why? 24:55: Michael shares which team moved the most on his top eight Cup front-runners list and why. 29:10: What series in the Western Conference will be the toughest? 30:35: True or false: do we think Matvei Michkov is secretly happy Tortorella is fired? 32:52: Without looking, who has a better save percentage for the Dallas Stars: Jake Oettinger or Casey DeSmith? 34:22: Which fan base should be more concerned about their team next season: Boston or Detroit? 36:22: Is Kadri the Calgary Flames' best-ever free-agent signing? 37:55: Sidney Crosby is the first player in NHL history to record 20 point-per-game seasons. Will anyone currently playing in the NHL ever beat this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a new week of The Hockey News Big Show, where we explore some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:59: The battle for first in the Atlantic Division is tight. Which team needs first place the most? 3:19: Would Matthew Tkachuk actually want to play against his brother, Brady Tkachuk, if the Florida Panthers and Ottawa Senators meet in the first round? 4:19: Which team do you think will ultimately earn the top spot in the Atlantic division? 6:43: The Blue Jackets announced Monday they activated Sean Monahan and Erik Gubranson off injured reserve. How will their returns affec the Blue Jackets’ playoff push? 9:16: The New York Islanders’ potential game-winning goal was disallowed because of goaltender interference. Was there interference or not? 11:29: Since the 4 Nations Face-Off, the top scorers are Roope Hintz, Sidney Crosby, Nick Suzuki, Robert Thomas and Connor McDavid. Who has been the MVP for their team most during this run? 14:01: McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are unlikely to play in any of the Edmonton Oilers’ three games this week. Can the Oilers prove they are more than a two-man team? 16:43: Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle is travelling with the team on their four-game road trip. If Guhle comes in, who should the Canadiens take out? 19:20: The Pittsburgh Penguins' latest hot streak has kept them out of a guaranteed top-five draft pick. Has this "hot streak" actually done more harm than good for the Penguins? 21:56: Which team needs to change coaches? 25:25: Speculation has circulated for a while connecting Gavin McKenna - the consensus No. 1 pick for the 2026 NHL draft - to the University of Michigan. The rumor on the street is that Michigan could be offering something upwards of $100,000 annually for him to join them. How would McKenna making this move reshape the future of junior and college hockey? 30:21: The NCAA men’s hockey tournament begins on Thursday. The top four teams are No. 1 Boston College, No. 2 Michigan State, No. 3 Maine and No. 4 Western Michigan. Is the national champion in this top four? Who is your pick? 32:51: The Washington Capitals re-signed D-man Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year extension worth $9 million per season. Good or bad deal? 34:31: Gavin McKenna closed out his draft-minus-1 season with 129 points in 56 games. Sidney Crosby is the only CHL player to score more in a D-minus-1 season. Could McKenna be the best prospect since Sidney Crosby? 36:42: ESPN’s Emily Kaplan reported that billionaire Dan Friedkin has gotten into the mix as an ownership option focused on bringing the NHL to Houston. Yay or nay to an NHL team in Houston? 38:53: The referees robbed us all of a goalie fight between Darcy Kuemper and Jeremy Swayman on Sunday. Yes or no: should refs try to stop goalie fights to prevent injuries? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Hockey News Big Show, where we explore some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:54: Michael revisits his top eight Stanley Cup contenders list from last week and explains his new Nos. 5 to 8 teams this week. 2:59: Ryan also goes over the changes in his list from last week. 6:14: Ryan has the Washington Capitals in his top four, while Michael has them in his bottom four. What's the argument for both of your reasoning? 10:51: Who should be the starting goalie for Game 1 of the playoffs for the Toronto Maple Leafs? 14:58: How does the addition of a healthy Evander Kane and Trent Frederic change the complexion of this Oilers team in the playoffs? 18:03: How does Miro Heiskanen potentially missing the first round affect your opinion on the Dallas Stars beating the Colorado Avalanche? 21:20: The New York Islanders are 6-3-1 in their last 10 games and are very much in the mix again for the second wild-card spot. Do we buy them as a real threat to earn that spot? 23:54: Who is your front-runner for the Calder Trophy race? 26:35: The Top 10 Hobey Baker nominees were recently released. Who are your picks for the top three finalists for the NCAA’s men’s hockey player of the year? 31:09: March Madness is officially underway. Which NHL team would be the best "Cinderella story" to shock the world and make a run, even if they don’t win the Cup? 33:05: Gary Bettman said the playoff format is not changing. Are you GLAD because you like the current format or SAD because you want the 1 vs. 8 format? 35:19: The New York Rangers released their Centennial logo for next season, and people online aren't super impressed. Yay or nay to the logo? 37:17: Josh Morrissey becomes the top scorer among defensemen in Jets 2.0 history, passing Dustin Byfuglien. Has he been a better blueliner for Winnipeg than Byfuglien? 39:23: Alex Ovechkin is now seven goals away from breaking Gretzky's 894 all-time goals record with 13 games left. Will it take him all 13 games, or will he do it with games to spare? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is back to discuss some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:59: What's the driving force behind the Ottawa Senators’ success right now? 4:33: Do the Senators have a chance to catch the Toronto Maple Leafs or Tampa Bay Lightning and possibly steal third spot in the Atlantic? 6:13: Is Auston Matthews truly healthy? What if anything is really going on with the Leafs captain, and how concerned should fans be? 9:58: The Carolina Hurricanes are 4-0 since the trade deadline. Why are the Hurricanes rolling, and more importantly, do we believe it can last? 14:12: Sam Bennett is a pending UFA. Is it possible the Leafs could swing keeping Marner and adding Bennett in the off-season? 17:46: NHL GM meetings began on Monday. Which topic is up for discussion or possible rule change are you most interested in? 21:47: The St. Louis Blues, Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames and Utah Hockey Club are making things very interesting for the final wild-card spot in the west. Which team are you making a case for to snag that last spot? Which team would be the toughest first-round matchup for the Winnipeg Jets? 24:54: Which team in contention for the final spot in the Eastern Conference wild-card race will put up the best or most interesting fight in the first round? 28:33: William Nylander has 38 goals this season with 15 games left. Will he hit 50 goals this season? 30:18: The San Jose Sharks are the first team to be eliminated from playoff contention. The Chicago Blackhawks will be next. Which team has more to be optimistic about next season? 32:38: What’s the bigger surprise? Vancouver Canucks center Elias Pettersson scoring four goals in six games or Carolina’s Mark Jankowski getting four goals in his first four games as a Hurricane? 34:15: The PWHL broke the all-time American pro women's hockey attendance record on Sunday night, drawing a crowd of 14,288. It's the second-straight year Detroit has broken the U.S. record. Should Detroit be considered the favorite for an American expansion city? 37:20: A new Happy Gilmore 2 Trailer is out. On a scale of 1 to 10, how excited are you to see this movie? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show now looks toward the battle for the playoffs in the NHL and beyond with a new segment. Every Friday, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos share their top Stanley Cup contenders in order, defending why they made those choices. The list can change depending on weekly performances, and as we get closer to the playoffs, the clear front-runners will emerge. Here’s everything Katie Gaus, Ryan and Michael discussed in this episode: 1:47: Ryan’s Cup contenders are in order: Florida, Dallas, Colorado, Vegas, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Washington and Toronto. Why? 4:15: Michael’s Cup contenders are Florida, Dallas, Colorado, Toronto, Winnipeg, Tampa Bay, Edmonton and Winnipeg. He explains why. 6:47: Does last season's first-round exit by the Winnipeg Jets prevent Ryan and Michael from putting them higher up on the list? 8:27: How does Miro Heiskanen's injury affect the Dallas Stars’ placement? 10:51: Which division's teams will be the most beat up by the conference finals? 14:42: Which current playoff team is in the most danger of falling down the standings down the stretch? 17:36: What team do you not want to face in the playoffs? 19:39: The Vegas Golden Knights signed Adin Hill to a six-year extension worth $6.25 million. Do we like it? 22:56: Defenseman Dougie Hamilton's regular season is over. Should the New Jersey Devils consider trying to move Hamilton in the off-season based on his injury history? Is it even possible with his cap hit? 26:46: Should Mikko Rantanen get the same "welcome back video tribute" moment other players who won the Cup got when they returned - or are things just too awkward for that now? 31:06: Who will have a bigger playoff impact on their new team: Charlie Coyle or Brad Marchand? 32:41: The NHL is reportedly considering an 84-game schedule and a possible September start. Do we like or dislike this scenario? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to review an action-packed NHL trade deadline. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:44: Do post-deadline reports affect Mitch Marner’s chances of remaining in Toronto after this season? If he were to go somewhere else during free agency, which team is a fit? 5:19: Did the Carolina Hurricanes mismanage the Mikko Rantanen situation from the start? Or was this more on Rantanen and his agent? 10:42: Was refusing to compromise on a contract extension for Brad Marchand a mistake by the Boston Bruins? Is there concern about the decisions and direction for this team? 15:39: Is 20 games a fair suspension for Aaron Ekblad violating the terms of the NHL’s performance enhancement substance policy? Do we think this could affect his negotiations as a UFA this summer? 20:39: Which team was too quiet at the deadline? 21:50: Which team is way better than they were before the deadline? 23:35: Which team got worse or maybe all the teams around them just got better? 25:49: Which player is/will be the best fit with his new team? 27:44: Which player traded at the deadline is not what the acquiring team really needed? 31:39: Carolina's pro shop is offering a free nameplate switch for any Hurricanes fan who bought a Rantanen jersey. Have you ever had hockey jersey remorse? 33:02: What's more exciting: the trade deadline or the opening of free agency? 34:54: Should the salary of a player suspended for violating an NHL substance policy count against the cap? 36:57: Trevor Zegras pranked THN Anaheim reporter Patrick Present over the weekend. Has a player ever messed with you in an interview? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for the 2025 NHL trade deadline preview on The Hockey News Big Show. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:50: The Florida Panthers traded goaltender Spencer Knight and a 2026 first-round pick to the Chicago Blackhawks for defenseman Seth Jones. Do we like this move by Florida? 3:14: What does the acquisition of Jones mean for the future of defenseman Aaron Ekblad in Florida? 5:10: The Panthers also placed Matthew Tkachuk on LTIR to get an extra $8.7 million in cap space. What will Bill Zito do next? 8:40: The Colorado Avalanche made a big trade with the New York Rangers that brought in Ryan Lindgren and Jimmy Vesey. Did the Avs pay too much of a premium in this trade? 12:16: What current Avalanche player is "most at-risk" of being traded as Colorado looks to make more effective moves? 13:40: Name a trade that you want to see happen at this year's deadline. 16:31: What is one team you're confused by heading into the trade deadline? What’s their plan? 20:00: Who’s undecided about being a seller or not this deadline that needs a reality check? 22:53: Best trade from last year's trade deadline 25:35: Worst trade from last year's trade deadline 29:00: Which players who were traded at last year’s deadline became more valuable than you expected? 32:06: Would you rather be Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas or Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams at this year's trade deadline? 34:42: Should the Montreal Canadiens be buyers or sellers? 36:55: True or false: J.T. Miller has more points since being traded to the New York Rangers than Vancouver Canucks center Elias Pettersson has shots. 39:23 OVER/UNDER: Ovechkin is now just 11 goals away from breaking the NHL all-time goals record... Will it take him over or under 10 more games to do it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is back with a new episode one week away from the NHL trade deadline. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:50: Would it be wise for the Toronto Maple Leafs to sign John Tavares before the deadline or should they wait? 4:11: Is Brayden Schenn the best center option for what the Maple Leafs? Can the Leafs pull off that move? 6:30: What prospect would the Maple Leafs least like to part with in a trade? 8:21: Ahead of the deadline, who are some players that would be a good fit for the Winnipeg Jets to add on? 11:35: The Edmonton Oilers have gone 0-4 since the 4 Nations break. Is this just a little slump, or are there cracks in this team? Can these issues be addressed at the deadline? 15:00: What top team is one big trade deadline move away from being flat-out scary in the playoffs? 17:03: The Detroit Red Wings and Columbus Blue Jackets face off in the NHL Stadium Series this weekend. Will they make the playoffs? 20:39: Which trade deadline "seller" needs to stock up on picks at the deadline? 23:18: Who is your pick to win the NHL draft lottery? 25:38: How valuable is a first-round pick this year? 28:30: What draft has been the best in recent years? 30:32: The Edmonton Oilers claimed defenseman Travis Dermott off waivers from the Minnesota Wild. Yay or nay? 31:08: Would you rather be running the Vancouver Canucks or the Calgary Flames right now? 31:48: Saturday’s Stadium Series game is tracking to have more than 90,000 fans in attendance. Do you think the official number will go over or under? 33:18: Brayden and Luke Schenn became the eighth pair of brothers to each hit the 1,000 NHL games milestone. Name another pair who reached this achievement. 34:57: The Tkachuk brothers went on the Kelce brothers' podcast this week. Should the Tkachuks have their own podcast? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All focus turns toward the NHL trade deadline, playoff push and more in The Hockey News Big Show. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:16: What did the Carolina Hurricanes learn from the Jake Guentzel situation last year that they're trying to handle better with Mikko Rantanen? 4:58: What teams could be interested in Rantanen if the Hurricanes trade him again? 7:45: Matthew Tkachuk's injury could be a bit longer term, which means the Florida Panthers could put him on LTIR. What are the pros and cons of the Panthers’ options? Who could they acquire if there is LTIR room? 10:35: Matias Maccelli has been a healthy scratch for the Utah Hockey Club, raising speculation that he could be on the trade block. What teams could benefit from adding Maccelli? 12:54: Could it be time for the Boston Bruins to consider trading their captain, Brad Marchand? 17:41: TSN’s Craig Button said Elias Pettersson is “holding the Canucks back.” Do you agree? With his talent ceiling, is he worth taking a chance on despite his current struggles and contract? 21:41: Seth Jones has said he would like a chance to play for a contender. Do the Columbus Blue Jackets count as a contender? 23:21: Should Seth Jones no longer be the Chicago Blackhawks’ alternate captain after expressing interest in playing elsewhere? 24:54: Are the Colorado Avalanche a legitimate Cup contender this year? Can the top line continue to carry the Avalanche? 30:09: Should the Ottawa Senators start to get concerned again about their playoff chances? 33:28: Did NHL commissioner Gary Bettman make the right call to reduce Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman's suspension from 10 games to eight? 34:37: Trevor Zegras was suspended three games for his hit on Michael Rasmussen. Was that the right length? 35:45: Pick a favorite prospect featured in The Hockey News’ newest Future Watch edition. 37:22: Los Angeles is reportedly hosting the decentralized 2025 NHL draft. Where would you like to see the next one? 38:39: What's more surprising: Alex Ovechkin scoring his second hat trick of the season at 39 years old or Matthew Tkachuk being on The Tonight Show? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is back to recap a thrilling finish to the 4 Nations Face-Off as the NHL regular season is about to return. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 1:02: What are your overall reactions to the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game? 4:57: Should the player of the game have gone to Jordan Binnington instead of Connor McDavid? 7:46: Was Auston Matthews' performance in regulation overshadowed by his mistake leaving McDavid open in overtime? 11:07: Who are your MVP's of the 4 Nations? 13:44: Which players were the biggest surprise/overachiever? 16:06: Which players were the biggest disappointments/underachievers? 18:08: Should Kyle Connor have been scratched from the championship game? 19:43: What were the best stories and moments of the 4 Nations Face-Off on or off the ice? 23:53: What kind of impact could we see this having on NHL viewership through the rest of the season, into playoffs and beyond? 27:20: Which NHL team must have the best start coming out of this 4 Nations Face-Off break? 29:40: Will we see another classic Vegas LTIR move to bring in a big name and reactivate Shea Theodore in the first round of the playoffs? If so, who could we see them trying to bring in? 32:35: Who should be the captain at next year's Olympics: Sidney Crosby or McDavid? 33:24: Will Auston Matthews be the captain of Team USA at next year's Olympics? 34:20: Who had the bigger absence: Quinn Hughes or a not-so-healthy Matthew Tkachuk? 35:36:On a scale of one to 10, how much did this 4 Nations tournament increase your excitement for the Olympics? 37:29: Keith Tkachuk said the Ottawa Senators should be buyers at the trade deadline. Name the one thing they need the most. 38:35: We ask again, does Alex Ovechkin pass Gretzky on the NHL’s all-time goals list this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The grand finale of the 4 Nations Face-Off takes place on Thursday, and The Hockey News Big Show is here to preview that and discuss other big NHL topics. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:45: Ryan's thoughts on experiencing the United States and Canada game live in Montreal last Saturday and reactions to the three fights 4:30: What line adjustments and overall improvements did we see from Team Canada to get the victory over Finland? 6:40: How concerned are we with the way Canada ended that game against Finland? 9:39: An update on Team USA's injuries and the status of Quinn Hughes 11:36: Do we expect to see a similar physical strategy from USA against Canada again? 14:17: What did Canada learn from that loss to USA that they'll be looking to apply in the final? 15:31: Summarizing the keys to winning for Canada and the USA in 10 words or fewer. 16:58: Have the performances from Toronto Maple Leafs players in the 4 Nations Face-Off underwhelmed? 18:15: Which Maple Leafs player has more pressure to perform well on Thursday: Auston Matthews or Mitch Marner? 20:11: Who will win the final on Thursday? 21:53: Will anyone catch up to Leon Draisaitl in the NHL's Rocket Richard race? 23:24: Who will win the Norris Trophy battle, or is it too close to call? 25:59: Who looks likeliest to win the Calder Trophy? 29:31: Who's the most underrated NHL player who has quietly made a huge impact but doesn't get talked about as much as they should in 2024-25? 31:40: If you were to replace one player on Team Canada, who would it be, and who would you name as the replacement? 33:34: If Canada beats the USA Thursday, it would be 1-1 with each team winning a game. Should this tournament have allowed for a best-of-three format? 35:21: On a scale of one to 10 (one being least likely, 10 being most likely), what are the chances we will see another tournament like this in the middle of the season aside from the World Cup and Olympics? 38:17: If there is a fight in the 4 Nations final, which two players do you predict will be chucking knucks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the Valentine's Day edition of The Hockey News Big Show featuring the biggest topics in the NHL and the 4 Nations Face-Off. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 4 Nations Face-Off 1:00: What's the atmosphere at the 4 Nations Face-Off so far? 4:53: Breaking down the Canada and Sweden game 7:09: The Tkachuk brothers have been waiting a long time to finally play together. Is this one of the most entertaining duos we've seen in a while? 9:37: What matchup should Canada consider to try to contain the Tkachuks? 12:13: Who's the biggest surprise of the tournament so far? NHL Standings Watch 15:10: Will the top three Metropolitan Division teams change? 16:23: What about the Atlantic Division? 18:04: Which teams will earn the two Eastern wild-card spots? 19:36: Will the Central Division leaders change? 20:43: Who wins the Pacific Division? 22:17: Who earns the two wild-card spots in the West? Love Is In The Air 24:09: Who is the "best couple" of linemates in the NHL? 25:28: What's the worst NHL breakup you remember? 27:36: Which player is most likely to "hook up" with a new team before the NHL trade deadline? 29:18: Which pending UFA wants to "stay single" and test the market this summer? Rapid Fire 32:10: Canada and the USA face off at the 4 Nations on Saturday. Will there be over or under seven goals total? 33:39: Does Finland get a point in this tournament? 34:50: Should the 4 Nations Face-Off permanently replace the All-Star Game? 36:39: Are Montreal hot dogs better steamed or toasted? 38:49: What's your go-to Valentine's Day gift: flowers or chocolates? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The newest episode of The Hockey News Big Show is here with more big NHL and hockey topics. Here's what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and guest Ken Campbell discussed in this episode: 1:07: Do we like Canada putting Connor McDavid and Mitch Marner on a line for the 4 Nations Face-Off? 4:42: Canada's fourth line of Brandon Hagel, Anthony Cirelli and Sam Bennett looks like it could cause a whole lot of problems for opponents. Will it? 7:28: What do we think of Team USA's lines? What about splitting up the Tkachuk brothers? 10:00: How does USA's defense look without Quinn Hughes? 12:50: Is Canada’s power-play unit of Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid, Sam Reinhart and Cale Makar the best line of players in a long time? 15:12: What stands out with Sweden's line combinations? 18:30: What teams could use Montreal Canadiens center Jake Evans for a playoff push? What type of return could Montreal get for him? 24:00: Is it too soon to say the Colorado Avalanche might have been spot-on choosing to bet on MacKinnon's ability to "make a very good player great" and moving on from Mikko Rantanen? 28:24: Will MacKinnon beat Leon Draisaitl and Nikita Kucherov in the Art Ross Trophy race? Who else could contend? 31:14: Pick one: Favorite line combination for the 4 Nations Face-Off 32:44: What's a bigger loss: Miro Heiskanen for Finland or Hughes for USA? 33:39: What depth player at the 4 Nations will have the biggest impact? 37:52: Which player has the most to gain at the 4 Nations? 37:52: Which player has the most to lose at the 4 Nations? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 4 Nations Face-Off is only days away now, with the tournament beginning on Feb. 12. The Hockey News Big Show is here to preview the action and discuss more NHL and hockey topics. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 4 Nations Face-Off Preview 1:18: The 4 Nations Face-Off has NHL playing rules and a IIHF round-robin points system (three points for regulation win, two points for overtime/shootout win, one point for overtime/shootout loss and no points for a regulation loss). Do we like that setup? 3:27: There's no third-place game, just the championship final. Was this the right call? 5:06: What is each team's biggest strength and its biggest weakness? 11:39: Predicting the championship final and who wins it all 13:20: Which team has the better coaching staff between Canada and the USA? 15:07: Who will be the starter in net for each team? 19:29: Who could be a surprise star of the tournament? Look Around The NHL And More 21:55: Will there be a Battle of Ontario in the first round of the playoffs? Who would you pick to win it between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators? 24:35: Which team is likelier to get a playoff spot between the Detroit Red Wings and New York Rangers? 26:58: Is there any reason to believe the Winnipeg Jets aren't a top-three favorite to win the Stanley Cup right now? 31:24: Name a player you'd put on the ice if the game was on the line and you needed a clutch shootout goal to win. 32:36: The Athletic released its NHL player poll, which included a question about which coach they'd least want to play for. Which name was the most surprising to see? 35:04: The Jets were the No. 1 answer in that poll for which team would be the first choice on a no-trade list. Could winning the Cup change that? 37:55: Super Bowl prediction: Kansas City Chiefs or Philadelphia Eagles? 38:46: Favorite game day snack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive deep into NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey Big Show. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:40: First thoughts on the J.T. Miller trade 3:45: Is adding Miller enough, or do the New York Rangers still need to make more moves? 6:44: The Vancouver Canucks added Marcus Pettersson and Drew O'Connor. Is that the right move? 10:04: Is Vancouver done? Does that mean center Elias Pettersson will remain a Canuck? 13:49: The Dallas Stars made two additions with Saturday's trade. Are Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci good fits for Dallas? 17:56: Which NHL players are the top targets to watch now? 19:44: Which teams do we expect to join on the action sooner rather than later? 21:43: Which team from the Atlantic Division do you see jumping into the trade mix? 24:07: How will the salary cap increase affect teams' decisions with pending UFAs? 26:16: Which teams could the cap increase affect the most? 29:01: How do Canadian teams navigate the challenges of U.S. dollars versus Canadian? 30:43: Ryan Hartman was suspended for 10 games for his hit on Tim Stutzle. Was 10 games the right amount? 32:04: Utah released the logos, and tons of fans (and even EA Sports themselves) chimed in to say the logos look just like the default 'Create a team' logos in NHL 25. Were they right? 33:57: How many total players who were named to 4 Nations rosters won't end up at the tournament? 36:09: Should Marie-Philip Poulin get suspended for her charge on Sunday? 37:51: Right or Wrong: No reaction from the Buffalo Sabres following the high hit on Tage Thompson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to enjoy the newest episode of The Hockey News Big Show. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 00:32: Thoughts on the Calgary Flames and Philadelphia Flyers trade? 6:26: Should the San Jose Sharks move Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci? If so, what teams would be a good fit for each? 10:18: Is Brandt Clarke the right player to leave out of the Kings' lineup with Drew Doughty's return? 15:56: Which Eastern wild-card contenders do you expect to see going for it as buyers make a push to earn a playoff spot? 20:23: Will Marc-Andre Fleury's goalie career be remembered as truly one of the greatest in league history? 25:07: Is everyone happy with the players named as 4 Nations captains? 28:01: Who should replace Miro Heiskanen on Team Finland? 30:43: Utah is down to the final three possible names. Which will win? 32:58: Name an all-time first-goal moment you remember 34:24: Will children watch the NHL's new animated show? 36:20: What's the most obscure hockey rule you know? 38:32: Name a player when you were younger that you would have given "all your money" to keep with your team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a lot to discuss in the NHL, and The Hockey News Big Show is here to break it down. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:29: What happened between the Colorado Avalanche and pending UFA Mikko Rantanen that led to the blockbuster deal with the Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Blackhawks? 3:58: Did the Avalanche get an underwhelming return? What do they need to do now? 6:45: Is acquiring Rantanen, a potential rental player, worth it for the Hurricanes? 10:16: Will Carolina's style be difficult for Rantanen to adjust to? How about Necas in Colorado? 12:01: Do we believe that Chicago got the best return possible for Taylor Hall? 15:20: Where does this leave the Canucks, and has the market for Miller changed? Is Pettersson the better option to try and move now? 18:36: In light of the Rantanen trade, what would Mitch Marner fetch if he waived his no-movement clause? 22:48: Alex Pietrangelo has withdrawn from the 4 Nations Face-Off to tend to an ailment. Are we going to see more of this? Who should take his place on Team Canada? 28:14: Ryan Kennedy's mid-season draft rankings are out: who should go first, and does it matter which team is picking first? 31:23: Did Ottawa Senators have a fair reaction to owner Michael Andlauer wanting to play some regular-season games in Quebec City and Spartacat wearing a Nordiques-Senators jersey? 34:39: When's the last time the Montreal Canadiens had as good of a rookie as Lane Hutson? 35:40: What do the Florida Panthers need more: a veteran defenseman or a depth winger? 37:01: Did the NHL open the door to Russian participation at the next World Cup of Hockey? 38:44: The Canucks' social media team hit us with the Michael Jordan "I'm Back" statement ahead of Tyler Myers' return from suspension. In light of the Oilers statement, do we like or love this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of The Hockey News Big Show featuring big NHL and hockey topics. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:43: Sean Monahan is a huge part of the Columbus Blue Jackets – is he the best bargain signing of the off-season? 4:09: What moves should the New Jersey Devils make to ensure their season doesn't go off the rails? What options are there for the team if they need to add some goalie security before the deadline? 6:52: With Jacob Markstrom and Linus Ullmark currently out, Filip Gustavsson becomes Sweden's starter for the 4 Nations Face-Off. Who should get the call to back up for Sweden if they need to add due to injury? 9:11: Is the lack of rest from making it to the Cup final in back-to-back seasons finally catching up to the Florida Panthers? 12:36: What moves should the Colorado Avalanche be looking to make to add some scoring outside of their big three? 15:33: Could the injury to Adam Lowry make the Winnipeg Jets more active at the NHL trade deadline? 19:28: Do we like Auston Matthews calling the fans out for being quiet, or was this a bit out of line? 23:49: The Buffalo Sabres reportedly have the most polite fans in the NHL. Do we buy that? 25:54: The Pittsburgh Penguins' average attendance is the lowest it's been since 2006-07. Is this team in worse shape than then? 27:42: Do the Detroit Red Wings have the best two quarter-century teams in the NHL? 30:00: Like or dislike: QMJHL Newfoundland will be known as the Regiment. 23:49: What's worse for Edmonton: releasing a statement on McDavid's suspension or a fan tossing nachos on the ice? 34:08: Pick a guy – who would you like to see as the next commissioner of the NHL? 36:44: Stock market – if hockey teams were stocks and you were looking at investing for the next five years, what teams would you consider a buying, holding or selling? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big topics mean a Big Show. Here are the NHL and hockey topics that Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode of The Hockey News Big Show: 0:42: Are the Ottawa Senators for real... for real? 7:08: Do we think the New York Rangers are where J.T. Miller ends up? Should any other NHL teams be seriously interested in the Vancouver Canucks center? 11:48: What team could have interest in Erik Karlsson if the price is right? 15:58: Do we believe in the Toronto Maple Leafs' offense? Why do so many fans constantly express concern about the team's ability to score? 21:01: If the Los Angeles Kings' best option was moving a D-man up to the wing, do they have an offensive depth problem? 24:42: Connor McDavid was suspended three games for a cross-check. Do we think this is the right amount of games given? 29:14: What do the Tampa Bay Lightning need to do to be ready for playoffs? Trade suggestions 34:10: Like or dislike: John Klingberg to the Edmonton Oilers? 35:06: What's been the best NHL fight from the past week? 36:06 Over/Under: Easton Cowan's point streak is up to 60 games. Will he make it to 70? 37:07: Give an example of an NHL team in the past with similar circumstances to the NFL's Detroit Lions and totally blew it. 38:56: Auston Matthews is tied for 26th in goal-scoring (14 behind Draisaitl). Is he out of the Rocket race? 40:18: Name an NHL player who you think would make a good politician Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Look at the week that was in the NHL and the action to come with The Hockey News Big Show. Here's what our experts, Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos, discussed in this episode: 0:50: Has Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas truly made enough bad decisions to deserve the criticism he's getting? Or is he the victim of some serious bad luck? 7:25: Are the Chicago Blackhawks at the point where they are hurting Connor Bedard's development? 11:49: John Klingberg is making his return to the NHL. 14:01: Which team that's still in the mix for a playoff spot should jump off and be a seller? 16:40: “No interest in trading Rasmus Andersson." Is this the right move by the Calgary Flames? Or should they explore what he could bring as a trade target? 20:05: Should Connor Hellebuyck be seriously considered for the Hart Trophy? 22:49: Nathan MacKinnon or Leon Draisaitl: which would you rather have on your team in the playoffs? 25:20: Who would you pick for GM of the year right now? 29:25: Which star UFA will most likely end up on a new team? Mikko Rantanen or Sam Bennett? 30:58: The Buffalo Sabres became the first team to score a goal in a full 20-minute period without registering a shot on goal. Is this the most Buffalo thing ever? 33:50: Simon Nemec is in his third year in the minors — do the New Jersey Devils need to trade the No. 2 pick? Is it too early to call 2022 a "bust year?" 37:25: 4 Nations Face-Off tickets are reportedly not selling out. Was not having a Team North America and Team Europe a mistake? 38:43: Yay or Nay: The Blue Jackets and Red Wings Stadium Series uniforms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to conversations on big NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey News Big Show. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 00:46: Are the Dallas Stars better equipped for playoff success "winning by committee" as opposed to being carried by a few star players? 7:00: Which team currently in a playoff position has the worst depth? 9:47: Which team currently sitting in first place in their respective division will most likely not finish there at the end of the season? 12:13: Is Cale Makar no longer the clear front-runner for the Norris Trophy? 16:34: Is something brewing with the Seattle Kraken? Could they be one of the bigger sellers leading up to the deadline? 20:05: If a battle of Florida happened today between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning, which club would win a best-of-seven series? 23:22: Which players left off their country's 4 Nations Face-Off roster should be considered top options for injury replacements? 26:35: Could Denver be the new front-runner for an expansion team in the PWHL? 30:59: Should the Oilers keep Evander Kane out until the playoffs to possibly acquire assets? 32:54: The Detroit Lions have become a feel-good contender in the NFL. So who are the Lions of the NHL? 35:50: Should the Calgary Flames ditch the goalie tandem and give more starts to Dustin Wolf? 37:31: The OHL's first-ever Connor McDavid Top Prospects Game is Wednesday. Who else should have a prospects game named after them? 38:58: It was announced on Spittin' Chiclets that Paul Bissonnette, Ryan Whitney, Mike Grinnell and Keith Yandle are part owners of the new Greensboro ECHL expansion team. Name another NHL alum or pair of alums who would be awesome to have as owners of your team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kickstart the weekend with The Hockey News Big Show. Here are the big NHL and hockey topics that Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 00:48: Which team should be more concerned right now between the Vancouver Canucks and Boston Bruins? 4:26: Which player is more likely to get traded between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson? Where? Would it be a good or bad idea for Vancouver to move both? 9:32: Which type of defenseman would help the Edmonton Oilers the most? 13:06: Which team will emerge as the "best of the worst" at the rate they're currently going? 16:04: Has Todd McLellan made legitimate changes to the way the Detroit Red Wings play? They got the coach's bump. 19:23: Which wild-card race will be crazier down the stretch: the Eastern Conference or the Western Conference? 21:41: Which line combination at the 4 Nations Face-Off are you most excited to see? 24:15: Will players ask coaches to be paired with certain players at the 4 Nations Face-Off? 26:30: Will Mikko Rantanen set a new record for empty-net goals this year? 29:57: Did the NHL make the right choice to stage two outdoor games in the state of Florida next season? 31:23: Should the Washington Capitals make Logan Thompson an offer soon or wait? 32:29: Will Sidney Crosby pass Mario Lemieux in the NHL's all-time points list? 34:23: The Ottawa Senators sign Ridly Greig to a four-year, $13-million extension. 35:06: Should the Toronto Maple Leafs keep Ryan Reaves in the NHL or place him on waivers? 36:40: Bobby Orr supports NHL hockey coming back to Atlanta. Do you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get caught up on big NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey News Big Show. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:48: Who gets paid more in free agency between Mitch Marner and Mikko Rantanen? 4:18: Which team needs to "whip themselves into shape" and get it together this New Year? 7:47: Will this "new job" be a better fit for New York Rangers waiver claim Arthur Kaliyev? What's his potential? 10:44: Which players are on your radar to possibly be doing some travelling before the NHL trade deadline? 14:01: Is this the greatest era we've seen from USA Hockey? 18:54: Washington's Ted Leonsis is on the cover of The Hockey News' Money & Power issue. What is his legacy through 25 years of Capitals ownership? 21:35: How much of an advantage do teams like the Florida Panthers and Dallas Stars have because of their taxes? 25:20: Connor McDavid is the highest-ranked player on the Top 100 People of Power and Influence in hockey. Who could knock him off that perch in the future? 29:34: Should the NHL return to Arizona? 31:48: Who was your pick for world juniors MVP? 33:19: When will Russia return to the world juniors? 36:16: Lane Hutson has officially taken over the rookie scoring leaderboard at 30 points. Can he sustain this to challenge for the Calder Trophy? 38:11: After Shane Pinto stepped on the ice with a skate guard on, name another embarrassing hockey moment you've witnessed or remember. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a big weekend arrives for the world juniors and the NHL, a new episode of The Hockey News Big Show is here. Here's what Katie Gaus and world juniors experts Ryan Kennedy and Tony Ferrari discussed in today's episode: 1:08: Breaking down Canada's loss to Czechia 5:03: What does Team Canada need to do to fix its world juniors problems? 8:10: What team has looked the best at the world juniors? 10:40: Which player has underperformed at the world juniors? 12:47: What's the best story so far this tournament? 16:59: Semifinal prediction: Sweden vs. Finland 18:04: Semifinal prediction: USA vs. Czechia 20:15: Who is going to win gold? 21:39: Auston Matthews misses his sixth-straight game. Should he take more time away to try and more fully heal? Is playing in the 4 Nations Face-Off still in the cards? 25:30: Are the Vegas Golden Knights the scariest team in the Western Conference? 29:37: Team Canada's goal song: yay or nay? 31:28: Was the major penalty on Cole Beaudoin a knee or not a knee? 33:12: Now that Alexander Ovechkin is back from injury, will he break Wayne Gretzky’s goal record this season? 35:24: The Toronto Maple Leafs' quarter-century team will be announced Saturday. Name your top choice. 36:28: YES OR NO: Was the St. Louis Blues and Chicago Blackhawks game the worst Winter Classic? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we near the end of 2024, it's time to review the year in the NHL with The Hockey News Big Show. Here's everything Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this year in review episode: 1:22: Best NHL team in 2024 4:18: Which team changed the most in 2024? 7:10: What's the biggest surprise team of the year? 9:17: Best and worst trade of 2024 13:56: Which team is most likely to improve in 2025? 16:14: Most valuable NHL player of 2024 19:52: Breakout player of 2024 22:55: Biggest surprise player of the year 26:55: Player who thrived the most on a new team in 2024 29:23: Best contract signing of 2024 31:41: Worst contract of 2024 34:17: Best playoff series of 2024 37:34: Biggest story of 2024 42:05: Predicting the 2025 Stanley Cup champion 44:00: Predicting the 2024-25 Hart Trophy winner 45:24: Predicting the NHL draft lottery winner and who goes first overall 48:11: Favorite story you wrote in 2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to big NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey News Big Show. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode, including our 2025 World Junior Championship preview: 0:51: World juniors rosters breakdown: which teams look the best on paper? 8:30: Which prospects should people be most excited to see at the world juniors? 10:33: is Team USA's line of Perrault, Hagens and Leonard one of the best world juniors lines ever? What are some others? 13:42: Which team is the dark horse for this tournament? 17:06: As the New York Rangers traded Kaapo Kakko, did they botch his development? 22:02: Is Auston Matthews dealing with something? What has been off about the Maple Leafs captain this season? 25:05 Will Patrik Laine re-sign with the Montreal Canadiens? 28:59: Which rookies have been the greatest "gift" to their team so far this season? 32:52: What's your favorite world juniors jersey? 34:35: Favorite world junior game of all-time? 37:10: The Pittsburgh Penguins reacquired Pierre-Olivier Joseph from the St. Louis Blues for future considerations. Is that a good or bad move? 38:15: The Montreal Canadiens traded Justin Barron to the Nashville Predators for Alexandre Carrier. Like it or not? 39:48: Utah HC owner Ryan Smith gave away two free tickets to Wednesday night's game. Should more owners consider his type of approach? 40:53: Do you get a real Christmas tree or a fake one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get caught up on big NHL topics with the Big Show at The Hockey News. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:42: Has Peter Laviolette lost the room with the New York Rangers? Is a coaching change what they need? 5:50: Is John Tavares pricing himself out of the Toronto Maple Leafs? 9:33: Is the Vancouver Canucks' Kiefer Sherwood one of the best value free agents signings from this summer? 13:00: Who are some of the best "villains" in the NHL - either past or present? 15:51: Despite Monday's loss to the Florida Panthers, are the Edmonton Oilers a better team now than they were in Game 7 or are the same problems still there? 19:08: Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen combined for 18 points in three games last week. Are they the best duo in the NHL this season? 21:46: Which team needs a "visit from Santa" (a.k.a. the gift of a trade) the most before the NHL holiday roster freeze? 27:25: Which players are locks to be on an NHL quarter-century team? 30:03: Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes played each other on Monday, but which player would you rather have on your team? 31:41: St. John's, Nfld., is getting a QMJHL team again. Should they go for the Newfoundland Growlers name, back to the Fog Devils, or stay with the Titan nickname in Acadie-Bathurst? 32:57: Eggnog: Yay or Nay? 33:33: Favorite Christmas movie of all-time 35:25: Best Christmas song Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get a look around some of the biggest NHL topics with The Hockey News Big Show. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:45: Should Tim Stutzle have been the first-overall pick in 2020? 5:42: Was Dennis Hildeby the right choice for the Toronto Maple Leafs to call up with Anthony Stolarz out day-to-day? 10:01: Will the return of Thatcher Demko and J.T. Miller make the Vancouver Canucks a legitimate contender, or are there still issues? 14:03: Is ownership really the problem with the Buffalo Sabres, or have there been other issues? 19:13:Which NHL team currently in a playoff spot should be the most worried right now? 21:49: Is the Eastern Conference playoff picture practically set despite the tight standings? 24:04: What's the division with the tightest race to get a playoff spot? 26:03: As the NHL released another popular hockey commercial, what was one of the best hockey commercials you remember? 29:47: Is Ottawa Senators right winger Drake Batherson underrated? 31:30: What's a bigger surprise on Thursday: the Pittsburgh Penguins scoring nine goals on the Montreal Canadiens or Scott Laughton scoring four goals for the Philadelphia Flyers? 33:39: Who had the best performance in the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off ad? 35:24: The San Jose Sharks made a Holiday Inflatables Christmas rap. Was it bad, or was it so bad that it's actually amazing? 37:50: What's the best hockey-related Christmas gift you got as a kid? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Hockey News Big Show, covering some of the biggest topics in the NHL and hockey right now. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: So Hot Right Now 0:33: Have the Colorado Avalanche solved their goaltending problem by trading Alexandar Georgiev to the San Jose Sharks for Mackenzie Blackwood? Who won the full trade? 5:22: The Brady Tkachuk-Rangers rumor drama escalated when Senators owner Michael Andlauer suggested there was "soft tampering," which the Rangers called an irresponsible accusation. 10:40: Matthew Tkachuk has 13 points in his last four games. Does his play style make him a bit of a unicorn? High Stakes 13:52: Was Jacob Trouba really the biggest problem for Rangers? 17:32: When players underperform, is it all on them, or should the coach also take responsibility? 20:37 Mitch Marner has 36 points in 25 games. Is he pricing himself above William Nylander's $11.5-million cap hit? Will he still make free agency next summer? Hockey Dudes Rock 23:27: Tom Wilson took a puck to the face, returned and scored twice. What's another absolute nails hockey moment you remember? 26:35: Should Anaheim Ducks prospect Beckett Sennecke have been invited to Team Canada's world juniors camp all along? Why do you think he was passed over initially? Rapid Fire 30:02: What do you think the next largest NHL contract will be worth, and who will get it? 31:47: Who is in greater danger of getting fired between Detroit Red Wings coach Derek Lalonde and Nashville Predators coach Andre Brunette? 33:00: Should Boston Bruins center Trent Frederic stay or go? 35:17: Name another NHL coach, past or present, with press conferences and interviews like John Tortorella. 37:39: Say something nice about Buffalo to help out Sabres GM Kevyn Adams attract free agents. 39:30: Is Happy Gilmore a hockey movie? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kickstart the weekend with The Hockey News Big Show, featuring some of the biggest topics in the NHL and hockey right now. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:39: The Chicago Blackhawks fired coach Luke Richardson. Is this the right move? How much is the development and success of Connor Bedard a factor? 5:48: Are we ready to pull the plug on the Nashville Predators? Which players are the most realistic trade pieces? 9:41: Name one NHL player whose name you feel like you haven't seen or heard at all this season. 12:33: The biggest surprise player to either make or not make a 4 Nations Face-Off team 17:42: Why did Team Canada prioritize taking "role players" over more skilled players? 19:00: Which teammates-turned-opponents are you most excited to watch at the 4 Nations Face-Off? 21:35: Are NHL coaches using the "healthy scratch card" more often as a way to spark a player and team? 25:51: After Ottawa Senators fans gave Dany Heatley an ovation on Thursday, could that ever happen with John Tavares and the New York Islanders? 28:29: Over/Under: What is the sweet spot for Matthew Knies' next contract term? Over or under three years? 30:37: Sam Bennett was named to Team Canada over his teammate Carter Verhaeghe. Who would you have chosen? 31:39: Jacob Middleton is becoming a folk hero with the Minnesota Wild. Over/Under 30.5 points this season for him? 33:34: Who will be the next European-born NHL head coach? 35:14: Where does the 'Pizza Line' rank among the best nicknames for lines in hockey history? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to tackle some more of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:40: What are realistic offensive numbers for Auston Matthews this season? 6:13: Could Quinn Hughes end up as the greatest Vancouver Canucks D-man of all-time? 9:12: What will it cost a team to land John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks? 14:00: What is the best team in the Eastern Conference right now? 15:54: What's the bigger concern for the New York Rangers: goaltending or the team's play as a group? 19:32: Will the Winnipeg Jets win the Central Division? 24:04: Who should make Team USA's 4 Nations squad: Clayton Keller or Chris Kreider? 24:40: Canada: Shea Theodore or Owen Power? 25:13: Sweden: Rasmus Andersson or Hampus Lindholm? 26:18: Does Matias Maccelli deserve to make Team Finland? 27:45: Team USA and Team Canada released 2025 World Junior Championship camp rosters. Which looks more dangerous on paper? 32:42: Was Jack Hughes trying to embarrass Sheshterkin's "Instagram hockey" move on his breakaway? 34:10: Whose first two months of their NHL careers were better: Connor Bedard or Macklin Celebrini? 35:14: NHL teams are rocking unique helmets these days, so which do you like more, matte (Tampa Bay and Los Angeles) or chrome (Los Angeles and Vegas)? 37:15: Who has been the best music performer at an NHL event? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Enjoy the NHL action with The Hockey News Big Show. Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss some of the biggest topics in the NHL. Here's today's episode: 0:50: Does Connor Bedard fit on Team Canada? 4:00: For Team USA, would you rather: Clayton Keller or Cole Caufield? 5:51: Which 4 Nations Face-Off squad has the worst goaltending options? 9:05: Does Oliver Ekman-Larsson deserve to be on Team Sweden? 12:00: Who is the underdog of the 4 Nations Face-Off? 14:58: Who is your pick to win the 4 Nations? 18:26: Will Auston Matthews' return really solve the Maple Leafs' scoring issues? 21:24: Which NHL teams who are currently on the outside looking in will be in the post-season when all is said and done? 26:00: Which older player still chasing a Cup on a non-contending team is most likely to be on the move to try and finally win? 29:29: Filip Gustavsson or Connor Hellebuyck: who is your pick to win the Vezina Trophy? 31:31: Does Jack Eichel deserve to be in the Hart Trophy conversation? 33:51: Who will have the bigger new coaching bump: Boston or St. Louis? 36:55: Offense or defense? Which will be the theme of the 4 Nations Face-Off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to tackle some of the biggest topics in the NHL and hockey right now, with a new Tuesday and Friday schedule. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:45: The Rangers have made it clear they are interested in making moves and shaking up their roster. What moves do you think they need to make? What should be their top priority? 5:50: What has been the most impressive part of the Toronto Maple Leafs' play during this stretch? 9:40: "Bad things come in threes." With two recent coach firings by the Bruins and Blues, could we see Mike Sullivan as third? 13:38: Which team not currently in the playoff picture at the Thanksgiving marker is most likely to go on a run? 16:35: Carter Verhaeghe is a minus-18, Steven Stamkos is a minus-15, and Mika Zibanejad is a minus-13. Which player is the biggest surprise? 18:50: What's a bigger surprise: the Buffalo Sabres' three-game win streak or the Florida Panthers' four-game losing streak? 22:23: The Utah Hockey Club had to walk to the arena in Toronto because traffic was so bad with the Santa Claus parade. What's your worst getting-to-the-rink story? 26:02: The CHL USA Prospects Challenge kicks off Tuesday - who you got? Which top prospects are you watching closely? 29:29: Who needs a goalie more: the Carolina Hurricanes or Colorado Avalanche? 32:30: Nico Hischier's natural hat trick on Monday brings him up to 13 goals in 24 games. Will he get over or under 35 goals? 34:05: Does MacKenzie Weegar deserve a look for Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off squad? 36:00: Brandon Hagel had five assists against Colorado on Monday. Will he get more or fewer than 75 points? 38:06: What food is the best part of a Thanksgiving meal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cap off the week with The Hockey News Big Show. Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss some of the biggest topics in the NHL and hockey. Here's what they discussed in this episode: 0:56: What's going on with Bedard this season? Why is he struggling? Do we like the Chicago Blackhawks moving him to the wing? 5:06: Who are some of the biggest surprise players through the quarter-mark of the season? 7:57: Joey Daccord is being considered for Team Canada despite being American-born. Is he in your top three Canadian netminders? 10:45: Alex Ovechkin is out for four to six weeks. How does this affect his goal record chase and the Capitals? 13:47: There's still no update on Gabriel Landeskog. How long can the Avalanche keep "hoping" for his return? Should they consider naming someone else as the captain? 19:36: Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen is getting a procedure on his knee. Should they consider finding another goalie to support Kochetkov besides Spencer Martin? 23:23: The NHL Department of Player Safety released an "educational video" for everyone explaining why the Whitecloud hit on Knies was not a suspension. Why do you think they chose this specific instance to release a video? 27:30: Which players are still on the bubble fighting for a few spots on Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off squad? 32:01: What is the most confusing team right now? 34:41: Will Devon Levi play more or fewer than 12.5 games this season? He has played seven and just got sent to the AHL. 36:20: Will Dustin Wolf win over or under 23.5 games this year in Calgary? 37:56: Who wins the NHL 'Cy Young' this year? 39:27: The PWHL unveils its "No Escape Rule." Is this another win or a gimmick? Should the NHL adopt it? 41:49: In honor of this being the final weekend of Taylor Swift in Toronto - what's your favorite Taylor Swift song? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Hockey News Big Show, which tackles some of the biggest NHL and hockey topics. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in today's episode: 0:36: Who and what has stepped up most for the Toronto Maple Leafs without Auston Matthews? 6:33: Three goalies got shutouts Saturday night, including a 5-0 win for the Florida Panthers over the league-leading Winnipeg Jets. Which was most impressive? 11:14: How should the NHL approach suspensions to hold offenders more accountable and protect players? 20:29: Which team still needs to add a piece or two to be a true Stanley Cup threat? 24:38: With reports the NHL's salary cap increase could be higher than expected next season, how big a difference does a possible extra $4 million to $5 million per team really make? 27:39: Which division is more likely to get five teams in the playoffs: the Atlantic or the Metropolitan? 29:40: Alex Ovechkin is on fire and is just 29 goals from breaking the NHL goals record. Does anyone want to change their prediction? 32:08: Are we starting to see the best out of Jack Eichel? With 28 points in 18 games, he's on pace for 127 points. 34:14: Who's the early Calder favorite: Matvei Michkov or Logan Stankoven? 36:10: The PWHL announced a handful of neutral site games. 38:51: In honor of the big fight this past weekend, who would win in a fight between Mike Tyson and Matt Rempe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cap off the week with some of the biggest topics in the NHL on The Hockey News Big Show. Here's what Emma Lingan, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:37: Should everyone now believe in the Winnipeg Jets? 5:08: Do we truly believe Sidney Crosby will be with the Pittsburgh Penguins for the rest of his career? 8:07: With the Boston Bruins and Penguins struggling, which do we believe will make a big move to address struggles first 12:30: Mikko Rantanen is a UFA after this season - why hasn't he been extended yet, and what is a realistic number for him? 16:47: Could Martin Necas be the "game-breaker" the Carolina Hurricanes have been missing to make them a true playoff contender? 21:03: Do we really think the Nashville Predators can climb out of the basement? 26:00: Over the last five years, which GM has impressed you the most? 30:23: Roberto Luongo revealed that he turned down an offer sheet from the Detroit Red Wings immediately after being traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 2006: did he make the right decision? 32:23: Auston Matthews versus the field: who wins the Rocket Richard Trophy this year? 34:19: Who reaches 1,000 points first: Nikita Kucherov (897) or Leon Draisaitl (872)? 36:30: Whose seat is the hottest: Jim Montgomery, Mike Sullivan or Andre Brunette? 38:19: Has Claude Giroux done enough to be considered for the Hockey Hall of Fame? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wrap up your week with The Hockey News Big Show, featuring some of the biggest topics in the NHL and hockey world. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in today's episode: 0:46: Which "under-the-radar" off-season acquisition duos have impressed the most with their new teams? 4:32: What other "under-the-radar" off-season acquisition has impressed the most? 6:00: Could Nathan MacKinnon be the next player to win back-to-back Hart Trophies? 11:05: What player has been the biggest disappointment so far this season? 14:33: How should a GM decide when to become "sellers?" What should the biggest factors be in deciding when it's time to "focus on the future?" 19:10: Should the New York Islanders cut bait and sell off some veterans? 24:00: Jeremy Roenick will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame this weekend. Should he have been inducted sooner? Where does he rank among the greatest American players of all-time? 27:30: Name players who did something you'll never forget - that wasn't based on outstanding goals and points. 31:03: Who has the best PWHL jersey? 33:40: Which other country would you want to see added to the 4 Nations Face-Off? 35:42: The Washington Capitals wore their epic eagle jerseys. Name another team that should go back to wearing an old jersey. 38:10: What is your favorite goalie nickname? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The time has arrived for another episode of The Hockey News Big Show with Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos. Our hosts discuss and debate some of the biggest topics in the NHL and hockey right now. Here's what they had lined up for this episode: 00:41: The Toronto Maple Leafs have the same record of 6-5-2 after 13 games as last year. What's different? 03:38: Is Leafs coach Craig Berube forcing stars to play too far out of their comfort zone? 07:07: What's been the main reason for the Carolina Hurricanes' hot start? 11:00: Bill Lindsay on NHL Network said Jim Montgomery will not be the coach of the Boston Bruins by Thanksgiving. Agree or disagree? 15:02: Is Kyle Connor one of the league's most underrated players, and will he win the Rocket Richard Trophy? 18:35: Which of the NHL's bottom 10 teams is the most surprising squad to be on the list? 20:45: Which bottom-10 club is most likely to rebound in November? 23:40: The NCAA is expected to vote on eligibility for CHL players on Nov. 7. What could be the ripple effect on the CHL and USHL? 29:35: Are Sweden and Finland underdogs at the 4 Nations Face-Off? 34:20: Nikolaj Ehlers has 474 points in 616 games, which set an NHL record for Danish-born players. Does this solidify him as the greatest Danish-born player ever? 35:49: As the Hockey Hall of Fame inductions take place this week, who remains the biggest snub? 37:18: If Tom Brady had been a hockey star, what NHL superstar would he play like? 39:14: Finland's GM says Patrik Laine can make the 4 Nations roster. Is this likely? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to cap off the week with The Hockey News Big Show. Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss some of the biggest topics in and around the NHL. Here's what's on today's show: 00:54: After the move to send Timothy Liljegren to the San Jose Sharks, are the Toronto Maple Leafs done? 04:20: The Colorado Avalanche are looking for forwards. Who should or could they target? 08:40: Can the Montreal Canadiens add up front while still protecting their young players? 11:50: Should the Boston Bruins consider making moves? 15:10: Is Cale Makar running away with the Norris Trophy already? 17:30: How will the Edmonton Oilers perform without Connor McDavid? 20:00: The Battle of Pennsylvania is currently a battle for the bottom. 23:34: The PWHL is talking expansion. Should they be in a rush to expand, or is this the right time? 28:00: Is there a place for John Tavares and/or Steven Stamkos on Team Canada? 31:17: Does Darcy Kuemper deserve a look from Team Canada? 33:56: Can Nico Hischier hit 50 goals this season? 35:37: Which singer would you like to see introduce an NHL team? 38:25: Should the NHL adopt the "gold helmet" idea like we see in Finland? 39:33: Is Craig Berube playing his stars on the Leafs too little? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new week means a new episode of The Hockey News Big Show. Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss some of the biggest topics in and around the NHL. Here's what's on today's show: 00:41: What's special about Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel? Is he the heavy Jack Adams favorite to start the season? 03:46: Will the Toronto Maple Leafs spoil the Jets' chances of setting a new NHL record? 05:11: The Maple Leafs rearranged their power play. What is there to make of it? 11:40: Is Cole Caufield on track to earn "elite status" this season? 15:00: Is the best still to come for the No. 1 pick in 2020, Alexis Lafreniere? 18:52: The Pittsburgh Penguins sent Tristan Jarry to the AHL on a conditioning assignment. What does this mean for the veteran goalie? 21:30: Steven Stamkos and the Nashville Predators face the Tampa Bay Lightning for first time since the split. What are some of the most awkward departures in recent memory? 25:20: Are the Vancouver Canucks handling Elias Pettersson the right way? Was there anything to make of last week's practice scuffle with J.T. Miller? 30:10: Will the Dallas Stars' Logan Stankoven get over or under 65 points this season? 31:13: Goaltender Alexei Kolosov made his Philadelphia Flyers debut. Will we see him sticking around this season? 32:54: Do we agree or disagree with how Boston Bruins coach Jim Montgomery handled Brad Marchand's turnover? 34:35: Should San Jose Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky already be on the hot seat? 37:17: What are the best NHL player Halloween costumes you've seen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices