The FAN Hockey Show

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick things off with thoughts on Lou Lamoriello's "no facial hair rule" with the New York Islanders, and how his team's recent acquisitions affect the remainder of their season. Then, NHL Network's Mike Kelly (15:41) gives his opinion on the Mikko Rantanen trade to Carolina, and how it sets the market for Mitch Marner's next contract. The trio discuss which team's fill the two Eastern Conference wild card spots, the strong play of the Columbus Blue Jackets, Logan Thompson's dominance, and how the Minnesota Wild stay afloat without Kirill Kaprizov. After, Sportsnet's Gene Principe (51:00) dissects the exciting product the Edmonton Oilers put out on a nightly basis, Connor McDavid's return, and the team's preparation for another playoff run.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to discuss Jim Rutherford's remarks on the JT Miller and Elias Pettersson Canucks drama, the possibility of a JT Miller trade with the Buffalo Sabres, and the news that Kirill Kaprizov will be sidelined for a month. Later, they examine Logan Thompson's extension with the Washington Capitals and what it means for Charlie Lindgren. Finally, they wrap up on the state of the New York Islanders under Lou Lamoriello.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The FAN Hockey Show begins with a recap of 'The Futa Five' by Matt Marchese and Mike Futa. Then they welcome Cory Lavalette (16:09) to talk about the blockbuster trade, the Hurricanes' next move, and Taylor Hall's fit with the team. Later, Corey Masisak (35:31) joins the show to discuss Rantanen's disconnect with the Colorado Avalanche, the Avs' outlook without the forward, and whether Martin Necas will have the same impact. Finally, the guys react to Scott Perunovich being dealt to the New York Islanders and preview tonight’s slate of games (1:00:54).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to discuss Mikko Rantanen's trade to the Carolina Hurricanes, the circumstances surrounding the transaction, and how Rantanen affects both the Colorado Avalanche and the Hurricanes. Later, they discuss the possible increase in the salary cap, Rantanen’s long-term future with Carolina and past blockbuster trades. Finally, they wrap up with the news of Alex Pietrangelo withdrawing from the 4 Nations tournament.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with 'The Futa Five', a hotly discussed subject over whether hockey players have their stick knobs up or blades up on the bench. Later, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (16:34) joins the show to talk about the Vancouver Canucks' bad vibes, if they have lost their identity, the Calgary Flames' deadline approach, and the state of the Edmonton Oilers. Finally, they conclude the episode by discussing how the Winnipeg Jets and Toronto Maple Leafs should approach the deadline (48:14).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday on The FAN Hockey Show with a debate about how to hold a hockey stick when on the bench - knob up or blade up? Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and co-host of 32 Thoughts, joins the conversation to share his take, before diving into last night's NHL action. They start with the Canucks' disappointing effort in a 6-2 loss against the Oilers, the Senators' scoring drought after another shutout, and Brad Marchand's latest antics choking Nick Cousins. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on who will secure the final Wild Card spots in the Eastern Conference, Jonathan Huberdeau's turnaround this season in Calgary, and how Jacob Markström's injury impacts the Devils' rotation in goal. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Sportsnet Host Ken Reid, discussing the Columbus Blue Jackets' win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, how the goaltender position has lost significance in hockey, and Dustin Wolf's case for the Calder Trophy. Matt and Mike then take to the text line for their mailbag segment (16:04). Later, former NHL goaltender Andrew Raycroft (44:08) joins the podcast to talk about the state of the Boston Bruins, his scariest goalie injuries, and Dustin Wolf's Calder Trophy buzz. Finally, the guys provide a brief overview of tonight's games.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on this episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on Mathieu Olivier's heavyweight tilt with Ryan Reaves alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They dive into Olivier's contract negotiations with the Blue Jackets, Adam Fantilli's hat-trick performance in front of 80 of his friends and family in Toronto, as well as Zach Werenski and Dean Evason's cases for NHL award consideration. Later, Friedge shares the latest on the Flames' trade deadline plans, which Penguins players could be on the trade block, Jacob Markström's injury timeline, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson, who discusses his win over the Edmonton Oilers last night, whether he is being considered for Team Canada in the 4 Nations tournament, his experience with the nacho incident, and his time playing for Spencer Carbery. Next up, WWE Superstar Kevin Owens (30:53) joins the show to talk about his hockey fanaticism, the state of the Montreal Canadiens, and the upcoming Elimination Chamber event in Toronto. Later, Anna Dua (49:48), Sportsnet host and reporter, joins the show to catch up on the newest NHL news. Finally, Frank 'The Tank' Fleming (1:18:09) of Barstool Sports joins the podcast to talk about the state of the New Jersey Devils, where the club needs the most help, and his favorite period of Devils hockey.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick kick off The FAN Hockey Show previewing and comparing each division and which teams are in the hunt for a playoff spot. Later, Pierre McGuire (19:06) from the Sick Podcast joins Matt and Gord to discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins’ roster failures compared to the Washington Capitals' successful roster construction, the team's prospect pool and weigh in on Connor McDavid’s suspension and whether he deserved star treatment. Finally, Rick Nash (49:38), former Columbus Blue Jackets forward, joins the show to discuss the significance of playing for Team Canada, the state of the Blue Jackets, his impact on the team's prospects, and Kent Johnson's recent surge.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts to discuss Connor McDavid and Tyler Myers' three-game suspensions. They debate whether the sentence is fair and whether both players will file an appeal. Next up, the three discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, William Nylander's attraction to bring more star players to Toronto, the possibility of a Matthew Knies extension, and a salary cap increase. Later, they discussed the Boston Bruins' need for organizational change as well as Brad Marchand's future with the team. Finally, the wrap-up with tonight’s slate of games headlined by the Vancouver Canucks.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick launch The FAN Hockey Show with "The Futa Five," recapping the weekend's games. They are joined by EJ Hradek (29:03) to discuss Connor McDavid's incident, the potential for a suspension, and the Pittsburgh Penguins' struggles, including their playoff prospects. The conversation then shifts to the state of the Metropolitan Division and whether the Washington Capitals are underrated as Stanley Cup contenders. Lastly, John Forslund (49:44) from Prime Monday Night Hockey joins to talk about the Tampa Bay Lightning, Andrei Vasilevskiy's injury concerns, and what improvements the Seattle Kraken need to make.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts podcast to discuss Connor McDavid's cross-checking incident, the potential suspension for him and Tyler Myers, and the ongoing drama between Elias Pettersson and JT Miller on the Vancouver Canucks. They also explore Pettersson's wish to remain with the team and analyze the Toronto Maple Leafs' comeback win over the Montreal Canadiens, focusing on how their goaltending has contributed to their success.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kickstart the show by recapping the Edmonton Oilers' big victory over the Colorado Avalanche Thursday night, and discuss the nuances of teams looking to add key players well before the trade deadline. Then, Hockey Night In Canada analyst Kelly Hrudey (15:45) joins to preview the 25th edition of Scotiabank Hockey Day In Canada in Canmore. The trio offer thoughts on the level of goalie injuries in the NHL, getting cut from youth hockey teams growing up, the state of the netminder position, and Connor Hellebuyck's Vezina-calibre season thus far. After, the boys weigh in on the breaking news of John Klingberg signing with the Oilers, before wrapping up with 'The Futa Five' (49:17), including the ongoing drama with the Vancouver Canucks, Jakub Dobes' stellar start in Montreal, and Alex Ovechkin's overtime winner. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing the latest drama from Vancouver alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. He looks back on last night's 5-1 loss to share how the Canucks might move forward and what to make of Rick Tocchet's postgame comments about JT Miller. Next, the trio dive into the Maple Leafs' 4-3 overtime win against their former coach Sheldon Keefe, what areas Toronto might look to bolster ahead of the trade deadline, and how the team is managing Max Pacioretty's ice time. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on Šimon Nemec's comments and the Jets' needs in the trade market. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa start The FAN Hockey Show by discussing listener questions about the Edmonton Oilers' win over the Minnesota Wild and the future of the Boston Bruins. They then welcome Justin Williams (26:05), Special Advisor to the GM of the Carolina Hurricanes, to talk about the team's status, playing with Eric Staal, veteran players adapting to the NHL, the decline of elite goaltenders, and Brent Burns' future. ECHL owner Mike Grinnell (49:59) also joins to discuss Brad Marchand's potential extension and the New York Rangers' internal situation. The show concludes with the mailbag segment (1:20:36).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Sportsnet's Anna Dua to kick off the show as they round out their mid-season award winners, including Connor Hellebuyck as the consensus top candidate for the Vezina Trophy, the case for Kirill Kaprizov for the Hart, and Quinn Hughes' team impact rising his stock in the Norris competition. Next, the crew offer thoughts on whether the NHL's playoff seeding should revert back to a more traditional format, and run through news and notes from last night's matchups around the league (41:28). After, former NHL winger Colby Armstrong (49:50) weighs in on the teams hovering around the wild card spots in the Eastern Conference, including the Pittsburgh Penguins’ placement of goalie Tristan Jarry on waivers, the Detroit Red Wings’ new coach bump, Ottawa’s recent stretch of strong goaltending, and whether Bruins’ captain Brad Marchand will ever put on another jersey in his career. Finally, Dallas Stars assistant coach Steve Spott (1:18:14) discusses the team’s big road victory over the Leafs Tuesday night, whether fatigue sets in for top-end players after multiple playoff runs, Joe Pavelski's leadership, and his days as a locker room prankster.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open The FAN Hockey Show with Washington Capitals writer Stephen Whyno to discuss Alex Ovechkin's historic goal-scoring consistency after potting his twentieth, head coach Spencer Carbery's candidacy for the Jack Adams Award with his effectiveness at the helm, Pierre-Luc Dubois' resurgence, and the wealth of prospects in the Capitals' pipeline. Then, the duo chat the value of a Stanley Cup chase for the Edmonton Oilers, and Tony DeAngelo's possible interest in an NHL return (31:24). Next, Kate Shefte (49:48) of The Seattle Times joins the show to break down the Seattle Kraken’s season, including their underwhelming performance throughout the first half of the year, realistic expectations for Matty Beniers, retooling the team at the trade deadline, and the spark that Jessica Campbell provides the group from the bench.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast join Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to weigh in on the Dallas Stars performance this season, and their commitment to buying in on their own identity. The trio then chat what NHL teams might benefit from the services of Tony DeAngelo, Jonathan Huberdeau and the Calgary Flames playing with house money, Chicago's roster and the need to create a winning environment around Connor Bedard, and a possible fit in Columbus for John Gibson. Next, the crew dive into Quinn Hughes' leadership through controversy in Vancouver and the team's push for a playoff spot.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa return to kick off The FAN Hockey Show recapping the ‘The Futa Five’ before being joined by former NHL defenceman, Shane O'Brien (16:19) of the Missin Curfew Podcast to discuss Ryan Lomberg’s impact with the Calgary Flames, the potential of Ryan O'Reilly being traded to Toronto, what it would mean for the city of Toronto to win a Stanley Cup and the significance of being a Toronto Maple Leaf. Later, Aaron Portzline (42:55) of the Athletic joins the show to discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets' current state, their recent hot streak without Sean Monahan, Dean Evason's argument for the Jack Adams award, and Adam Fantilli's growth. Finally, they provide a quick preview of tonight's games.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts The podcast to discuss Linus Ullmark's condition, the Maple Leafs' recent tough stretch against the Carolina Hurricanes and Vancouver Canucks, Mitch Marner's post-game comments, and the Dallas Stars' search for big-name players. Later, the three discuss Ryan O'Reilly's unlikely trade movement. Finally, they discuss Carter Gauthier's return to Philadelphia and the Detroit Red Wings' seven-game win streak. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show with 'The Futa Five', highlighting the soaring Detroit Red Wings since hiring Todd McLellan, and some upcoming tests for the Central Division-leading Winnipeg Jets. Next up, former three-time AHL Man of the Year Sean McMorrow (13:24) of The Sheriff Podcast joins the show to discuss his memorable first OHL goal, a prominent career culminating in the fourth most pro hockey fights of all-time, and staying involved in a mentorship role in youth hockey. Later, The Athletic's Max Bultman (46:10) weighs in on which Red Wings players have received more opportunities under their new head coach, the burgeoning superstardom of Lucas Raymond, plus the possibility of bringing in some hard skill to bolster their lineup. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing Evander Kane's successful knee surgery alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and co-host of 32 Thoughts. They pivot to chat about Jordan Staal's hat-trick last night against the Maple Leafs, the similarities between Staal's career and his head coach Rod Brind'Amour, and Pyotr Kochetkov's push to claim the Hurricanes' crease. Next, Sidney Crosby's latest milestone sparks a conversation about how high he can claim on the NHL's all-time points list. Later, Friedge weighs in on Matt's hypothetical trade between the Canucks and Islanders, how the league's parity could impact the trade market, if the Blue Jackets will look to add to their roster before the deadline, and what the future holds for the Bruins. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with former NHL player Anson Carter. They discuss the rise of NCAA hockey, his memorable game-winning goal review from the 2003 World Championships, Connor Bedard’s potential, Jonathan Toews' ideal team fit, and their belief in the Toronto Maple Leafs. In the mailbag segment, they answer questions from the text line (21:11). Finally, Winnipeg Jets Assistant Coach Davis Payne joins to talk about his role with the team, their successful power play, Gabe Vilardi's growth, and the differences between working for Canadian and American teams (46:42).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa look back on last night's NHL action starting with the Capitals' overtime victory over the Canucks. They chat about Pierre-Luc Dubois' bounce-back season in Washington, if the Caps can retain both of their netminders, and what to make of Vancouver's rollercoaster year so far. Next, the trio discuss a potential EBUG situation tonight in Minnesota, Connor Bedard starting to heat up, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa recap the Maple Leafs' win over the Flyers on The FAN Hockey Show. They discuss the 4 Nations Face-Off with Arda Ocal (13:46) from ESPN, including Ovechkin's goal record chase and the Bruins' struggles. Mike Russo (42:53) from The Athletic joins later to talk about the Wild's comeback against the Blues, injury updates, Marc-André Fleury's future, and trade deadline strategies.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts the podcast to recap last night's NHL games, including the Wild's comeback win over the Blues and John Tavares' standout season, raising questions about his contract extension. They discuss the trade market for JT Miller and Mika Zibanejad, the Senators' goaltending issues, and which teams are buying or selling. Finally, they cover the Oilers' hot streak and speculations about Evander Kane's return. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Luke Gazdic, reviewing the Canucks vs. Canadiens game, trade options for Montreal, the Jake McCabe incident, and Ryan Reaves' status for the rematch with the Flyers. Then, Sportsnet's Anna Dua (49:54) covers the Flames' playoff chances, Lane Hutson's Calder Trophy chances, and Team Canada's pressure in the 4 Nations Tournament. Finally, Sean Reynolds (1:19:24) from Sportsnet comments on the Jets' performance, their Stanley Cup potential, and possible roster changes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa return to kick off The FAN Hockey Show, recapping 'The Futa Five'. They next turned their attention to the World Juniors, where Czechia took bronze, and Team USA won gold over Finland. The two then discussed Jonathan Toews' prospective comeback and whether he has a real chance of joining the Leafs, and Max Domi being penalized for his elbowing penalty (14:10). Finally, former NHL Left Winger Jody Shelley joins Matt and Mike to discuss tonight's game between the Vancouver Canucks and Montreal Canadiens, the tension between Elias Pettersson and JT Miller, how to handle it, and the Jake McCabe incident (40:27). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss the Montreal Canadiens' recent run, if this run has erased any speculation of Martin St. Louis being fired, and the Canucks' injury recovery timeframes. Next, the three hit on the Toronto Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews’ return to the lineup, Jake McCabe’s injury, and finally, debate about whether David Carle is fit enough for the NHL.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The FAN Hockey Show rolls on with Matt Marchese and Mike Futa diving into "The Futa Five" including an update on Auston Matthews, the goaltending hierarchy in New York, and much more! (16:38) Later on, Matt and Mike dip into the mailbag to answer your questions on all things hockey, before being joined by NHL Network's Jason Demers (41:48). The former NHLer weighs in on Canada's disappointing showing in the 2025 World Junior Championships, the lack of defensive fundamentals shown from the group, and how to address the issues from the development level. The trio wrap up the week with some final thoughts on the Vancouver Canucks' drama between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on Friday's episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on Canada's early exit from the World Junior Championship. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins the conversation to discuss the atmosphere in the arena last night, the questionable goal challenge by the Canadian side, and what to attribute the team's elimination to. Later, the trio chat about Joseph Woll's strong performance in the Maple Leafs' 2-1 win on Long Island, Toronto's mentality in the trade market, Jared Bednar's livid reaction to Buffalo's scoring while his netminder was injured, and Zachary L'Heureux's three-game suspension. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese returns alongside Mike Futa to kick off 2025 on The FAN Hockey Show discussing the Kings' 3-0 victory over the Devils in yesterday's lone NHL game. Sportsnet's Craig Simpson stops by to share his read on Auston Matthews' absence from the Maple Leafs lineup, the reality of back injuries, and if it will affect his availability for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off. Later, Craig weighs in on Toronto's style of play this season and how Matthew Knies can get his game back on track. Next up, Lightning play-by-play voice Dave Randorf (32:14) looks back on Tampa Bay's body of work this season, Jake Guentzel being a perfect fit for the Lightning and previews Tampa’s California road trip. Finally, they share their projections for the season's main storylines (49:44).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss the Winter Classic, including how the game itself was a letdown, the Chicago Blackhawks being blown out at home, the St. Louis Blues turnaround, whether Jim Montgomery has changed the culture, the Vancouver Canucks injury bug, and the possibility of Elias Pettersson or JT Miller being traded. Next, the three discuss whether the Montreal Canadiens can make the playoffs, Gabriel Landeskog's likely return date, and how that will influence the Colorado Avalanche. Finally, they discuss Auston Matthews' injuries and whether he can compete in the 4 Nations tournament.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Anna Dua and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show, joined by Los Angeles Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller to discuss the team's status, Anze Kopitar's work ethic, and his value to the organization. Next, Jason Bukala (20:55), Writer & Scouting Analyst for Sportsnet, joins the show to discuss the World Juniors, Latvia's stunning start, Matthew Schaefer's injury, and Team Canada's shaky start. Later, Daryl Evans (49:24), a former NHLer and current Radio/Ice-Side Color Commentator for the Los Angeles Kings, joins Anna and Mike to discuss the Kings' play without Drew Doughty, his return timeframe, and Warren Foegele's notable recent play. Finally, Sam Tarasco from Trailer Park Boys stops by to discuss the state of hockey.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Elliotte Friedman joins Anna Dua and Mike Futa from 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss today's Winter Classic. The three talked about Connor Bedard being the face of today's game, the Dallas Stars sneaking in an additional practice during the break, and whether Jason Robertson's recent play has been worrying. Next, they talk about the Vancouver Canucks and whether they can cure the team's drama. Finally, the three discuss if the Calgary Flames are the biggest surprise in the NHL.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Anna Dua and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show, joined by Minnesota Wild defenseman Jake Middleton, to discuss the team's present state, whether Kirill Kaprizov has emerged as a top ten player in the league, and Sidney Crosby's impact on Canadian players. Next, Rod Brind'Amour (17:58), Head Coach of the Carolina Hurricanes, joins the show to discuss the Hurricanes' success, how Seth Jarvis has contributed to that success, Jackson Blake's progress, and Martin Necas' strong start to the season. Later, Ken Reid (41:42), host of Sportsnet Central, joins the show to discuss their predictions for which teams are on the cusps of making the playoffs, as well as this year's decline in Team Canada's World Juniors lineup.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Anna Dua and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss Chris Kreider's benching, how the New York Rangers are in danger of disbanding their team, and the current state of the locker room. The three then examine the Toronto Maple Leafs' injury issue, whether it is influencing their style of play and potential trade targets for a second-line centre. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show by discussing 'The Futa Five' before being joined by former NHL forward Brian McGrattan (13:34) to discuss his career as a fighter in the NHL, his mental health difficulties, and how fighting has gradually faded from the sport. Next, Liam McHugh (38:35), host of the NHL on TNT, joins Matt and Mike to discuss Chris Kreider's scratch from today's game, whether the Washington Capitals are the biggest surprise team this season, and finally the current state of the NHL. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss Linus Ullmark's injury and whether it is a major problem for the Senators. Next, the lads discuss the conflict between JT Miller and Elias Pettersson, if the Canucks can work around it, and whether winning can cure the problem. Later, the three discuss Auston Matthews' injury, if it is another cause for concern for the Leafs, and how they should manage him throughout the season. Finally, they discuss Macklin Celebrini and potential trade targets for the Buffalo Sabres.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa start the Friday edition of the The FAN Hockey Show with the Futa Five ahead of the weekend, headlined by the “Streaking Sens” five-game winning streak. Then, Sportsnet’s Eric Engels (17:29) joins the show to discuss how much Patrik Laine has meant to the Canadiens and the fanbase, Lane Hutson’s impressive rookie season, and the Habs’ bringing in Alexandre Carrier from the Predators. Later, Hockey Night in Canada’s Scott Oake (43:41) joins Matt & Mike to detail his story following his appointment to the Order of Canada, and reflect on some of his favourite spots on After Hours. Finally, the guys wrap up the week, looking at some of the marquee games this weekend.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They dive into Sidney Crosby's four-point night to break his scoring slump, what's behind the Kings' solid stretch of hockey, and trade pieces the Flyers have to offer. Later, Elliotte previews the Maple Leafs' trip to Buffalo, the allure of the "Battle of the QEW", and Matt Murray's projected first start of the season. The trio wrap up with a chat about Zach Hyman's omission from Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off roster after notching his 11th goal of the season last night. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show by answering questions from the text line before being joined by NHL Analyst from Sportsnet, Sam Cosentino (16:15) to discuss the Leafs' win over the Dallas Stars, Craig Berube’s new line adjustments, Nick Robertson’s big game, the Leafs’ goaltending situation and potential trade targets. Later, the three discuss the Buffalo Sabres’ roster flaws, Kaapo Kakko’s outlook in Seattle and the importance of player development in a cap-friendly era. Finally, the guys wrap up with Mike and Matt’s Mail Bag Questions (48:35).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on this episode of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They start by discussing the Maple Leafs' combination of Auston Matthews, William Nylander and Mitch Marner on the top line last night in Dallas and the idea of moving Marner to the centre spot, before diving into the frenzy of early trades around the NHL. Elliotte looks into what sparked the Rangers to ship Kappo Kaako to Seattle, why a fresh start might be beneficial for the player, and the positives and negatives of giving young players big contracts. The trio wrap up with a chat about Flyers and Red Wings' high-scoring battle, Thatcher Demko's lights-out showing in the Canucks' overtime loss, and what to make of Vancouver's season so far.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with former NHL forward and NHL analyst Kris Versteeg, who discusses the Buffalo Sabres' ongoing struggles, their loss to the Montreal Canadiens, whether the New York Rangers are in the same boat as the Sabres, and how to deal with a losing streak. Next, the lads discuss the Montreal Canadiens and Patrik Laine's hat trick (35:56) before Sportsnet Host and Reporter Anna Dua (49:50) joins them to debate their hypothetical Christmas team gifting. Finally, Adrian Kempe (1:23:39), forward with the Los Angeles Kings, joins Matt and Mike to discuss Anze Kopitar's longevity and consistency as well as the team's current status.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Thomas Hickey from Prime Monday Night Hockey, talking about the Edmonton Oilers, Zach Hyman's decision not to return to the game after taking a slap shot to the face, how to take a proper slap shot, whether Leon Draisaitl is becoming a versatile player, and winning the World Junior tournament. Next up, Co-host of the Spittin Chiclets Podcast, Paul Bissonnette (17:02), joins the show to discuss his altercation incident, his takeaways on the Buffalo Sabres’ losing streak, his take on Anthony Stolarz being ruled out and his confidence in the new goaltending tandem. Finally, Sabres Reporter of The Buffalo News, Lance Lysowski (48:17) joins the show to discuss the disarray in Buffalo and if they need a franchise-altering trade.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to talk about Anthony Stolarz's 4-6 week absence, whether Joseph Woll and Dennis Hildeby can fill in, and whether Woll will receive the majority of the starts. Next, the boys discussed Terry Pegula's meeting with the Buffalo Sabres and potential trade prospects. Later, they discussed other potential trade ideas in the NHL, Kiefer Sherwood's first career hat trick, and Tye Felhaber's NHL debut. Finally, the three wrap up discussing last night's game between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with ‘The Futa Five’ before being joined by the Head Coach for the Ottawa 67’s, Dave Cameron (17:01) to discuss this year’s World Junior tournament, what it means to him to coach Team Canada, the importance in finding line chemistry and what his mentality is going into the tournament. Scott Laughlin (42:56) of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio joins the show to discuss the Buffalo Sabres' next steps, player management decisions, Max Domi's role in the bottom six, the Toronto Maple Leafs' chances of winning the Jennings Trophy, and the New York Rangers' trade deadline strategy. Finally, the guys wrap up the program by previewing tonight's game between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss the Buffalo Sabres' struggles, their loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, what’s next for the Sabres, potential trade options, and Rick Tocchet's remarks regarding the Vancouver Canucks. Later, they talk about the New York Rangers' season difficulties, whether they should consider rebuilding and finally hit on the Ottawa Senators finding their rhythm.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa react to reports that the NHL is pushing for players with Italian ancestry to play for Italy at the Olympics in 2026. Hockey Night in Canada’s Ron MacLean (5:36) joins the show to reflect on what makes international best-on-best hockey so special, the best captains ever, Sidney Crosby’s evolution as a leader and much more. Finally, Matt and Mike tee up the weekend’s NHL action with the Futa Five, headlined by 'Thatcher Demko watch' as he continues to get back to full strength in Vancouver (40:46).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.