The FAN Hockey Show

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa get Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show started by looking back on last night's NHL action alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. He shares an update on the Maple Leafs after goaltender Anthony Stolarz went down with an injury in the team's 3-2 victory over Anaheim, before breaking down how Max Pacioretty has reinvented his game this season. Later, Elliotte weighs in on Minnesota's options on the back end after Jacob Middleton's injury, the Canucks' ceiling after dismantling the reining Stanley Cup champions, and Vegas' overtime thriller with the Jets. The trio wrap up the week with a discussion about the Flames' long-term outlook after last night's 8-3 drubbing, along with the NHL's desire to have players with Italian heritage to represent their country on the international stage. 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 Ryan Whitney of the Spittin Chiclets Podcast, where they discuss Paul Bissonnette's altercation, the New York Rangers' Jacob Trouba drama, whether the Buffalo Sabres have one of the best fan bases in the league despite their losing record, and Frederic picking out David Gustafsson for a fight late in the Jets blowout. Later, Anna Dua (21:47), a Sportsnet host and reporter, joins the show to discuss who deserves 'the best GM of the year' award so far this season, which player outside Connor McDavid is ideal to start a team with and finally conclude with text line questions. 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 Elliotte Friedman to chat about what we can learn from Edmonton Oilers' upcoming stretch of games and if not making Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off roster could lift some weight off of Stuart Skinner's shoulders. Next, the trio dive into the defencemen on the NHL trade market, which names fit in certain destinations, and who the Rangers could target to pair with Adam Fox. Elliotte wraps up with his thoughts on the Buffalo Sabres after another disappointing loss at home. 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.

The FAN Hockey Show opens with Matt Marchese and Mike Futa discussing the Toronto Maple Leafs' win over the New Jersey Devils in overtime, Anthony Stolarz's outstanding performance, and Auston Matthews' game-winning overtime goal. Louie DeBrusk from Sportsnet joins the show to talk about Jake DeBrusk's recent success, the Vancouver Canucks' victory in overtime, the Edmonton Oilers' win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, and Zach Hyman's recent contributions to the Oilers. Next, NHL Network's Jonathan Davis (33:14) spoke about the Los Angeles Kings' current situation, their lack of depth in scoring, and Quinton Byfield's sluggish start. Later, Matt and Mike are joined by Jason Bukala (49:51), an NHL analyst on Sportsnet, to talk about Thatcher Demko's return, whether Nashville's season is already coming to an end and their draft history. They conclude by talking about Matthew Knies raising stock and Frederic picking out David Gustafsson for a fight late in the Jets blowout (1:39:52).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 recapping last night's games, whether the Montreal Canadiens will reach a turning point, another disappointing loss for the New York Rangers, and discussing Alexander Georgiev's trade to the San Jose Sharks. Next, Sportsnet NHL Writer Luke Fox (25:14) joins the show to talk about tonight's game between the Maple Leafs and the New Jersey Devils, whether both coaching changes have helped each team so far this season, and how Mitch Marner has adjusted to Craig Berube's coaching style. Later, Colorado Avalanche Announcer Conor McGahey (49:52) joins the show to discuss the Alexander Georgiev trade and how the Avs might potentially improve with Mackenzie Blackwood. Finally, the three examine the current state of the Avalanche and their ability to stay healthy.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 the Buffalo Sabres, the Chicago Blackhawks, whether their roster draws free agents, and whether the coaching position is up for grabs. Later, the boys discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs, including Ryan O'Reilly's free agency choice to leave Toronto, if he is still a good fit for the Leafs, and how the Nashville Predators should approach him at the trade deadline. Finally, the guys wrap up with Alexander Georgiev being traded to the San Jose Sharks, today’s Board of Governors meeting and what we can take away from it.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 discussing and recapping ‘The Futa Five’ and discussing the positives and negatives of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Next up, Mollie Walker (19:03) from the NHL Network joins the show to discuss Jacob Trouba’s departure from the New York Rangers, how this may affect the players in the locker room, how the Rangers should approach the trade deadline and whether Pierre Laviolette is on the hot seat. Finally, E.J. Hradek (47:14), host of the NHL Network, joins Matt and Mike to discuss John Tortorella's diving rant, the Philadelphia Flyers' loss to the Utah Hockey Team, which teams are contenders or pretenders, and if the Washington Capitals can maintain their current 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 are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss Jacob Trouba's trade to the Anaheim Ducks, the loophole around it, and Igor Shesterkin's contract extension with the New York Rangers. Next, the guys debate what's wrong with the Nashville Predators, if they need a new coach, and the Pittsburgh Penguins' recent success. Finally, they get into Kyle Dubas' psyche and discuss his future plans with the Penguins.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.

Jarmo Kekäläinen, Assistant General Manager for Team Finland, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to dive into the nation's recently unveiled 4 Nations Face-Off roster. Jarmo chats about the value of positional versatility in international hockey, the team's coaching staff, and Patrik Laine's strong form heading into the tournament. Later on, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (20:55) joins the guys in studio to look back on yesterday's busy night in the NHL, before delving into his list of top 40 prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft. Jason highlights the four-horse race to be the first overall pick between Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa, Porter Martone and James Hagens, along with the standouts and notable omissions from Team Canada's World Juniors selection camp. The trio also share their thoughts on the 4 Nations Face-Off rosters, the growing concerns in Buffalo and how to right the ship. Mike and Matt wrap up this week on the show with the latest edition of the 'Futa Five' (59:14). 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 affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing the standoff between Jacob Trouba and the New York Rangers alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. The NHL insider shares the latest including Columbus' interest, NYR's decision to scratch the defenceman due to 'roster management', and what to expect as the situation continues to unravel. Next up, the trio chat about Luke Richardson's departure from behind Chicago's bench, Patrik Laine's scoring streak in his return from injury, the rise of pivotal replay reviews in the NHL, and the questionable no-call on Drake Batherson last night in Ottawa. 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 going through a few texts from listeners discussing Evan Bouchard's performance affecting a future contract, the expectations of Team Canada with the rosters locked for the 4 Nations Face-Off, if Cale Makar can become the next highest paid defensemen, and if there's a market for Claude Giroux at the trade deadline. Later, former NHL Head Coach Rick Bowness (16:30) joins the podcast to talk about the best players he's coached, which players had the best leadership, the value of having a good relationship with your leadership group, and the transition from assistant coach to head coach. Finally, Gary Lawless (49:09), the Vegas Golden Knights Insider, joins Matt and Mike to discuss Alex Pietrangelo, Shea Theodore and Adin Hill making the 4 Nations Team Canada roster.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 Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to open The FAN Hockey Show. They react to the official 4 Nations Face-Off roster reveals and highlight some surprise picks, including Tage Thompson being left off the United States team. Next, they discuss Mitch Marner’s stellar third period performance in the Leafs' victory over the Nashville Predators last night. Finally, the crew chats about the possibility of the New York Rangers moving Jacob Trouba, a fresh start and new coach bump for the Boston Bruins, Tyler Seguin undergoing hip surgery and how the Dallas Stars will manage without him long-term. 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 veteran NHL defenceman Chris Pronger, who discusses his playing days, how he adapted to his big frame, stories about being traded, and the significance of building a national team roster. The boys then briefly went over last night's slate of games (35:11) before being joined by Anna Dua (49:42), a Sportsnet host and reporter. The three give their predictions for this year's 4 Nations Face-off lineup, as well as which Toronto Maple Leafs players could make the Team Canada roster. Finally, Thomas Drance (1:20:24) of Canucks Talk joins Matt and Mike to discuss the team's recent road success while losing important players, if the Canucks should trade for defence, and Jake DeBrusk's scoring ability.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 their roster picks for this year's 4 Nation Face-off tournament. Next, former NHL GM Ken Holland (14:42) joins the show to discuss how to assemble a Team Canada roster, his experiences managing Team Canada, the necessity of pairing with teammates on the same line, and whether a player's track record can be used to evaluate a player's recent performance. Later, Mike Kelly (41:41) of the NHL Network joins the guys to discuss who should be Team Canada's starting goaltender and why there is a lack of Canadian goalie development. They then focus on Connor Bedard's dry spell, wondering what's wrong and whether he'll be able to recover. Finally, the guys wrap up with Macklin Celebrini’s impressive start 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.

Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to begin The FAN Hockey Show, recapping last night's Leafs victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, whether this season gives reason to believe the team can go on a long playoff run, and whether Fraser Minten and Nikita Grebenkin can be important depth players for the Leafs. Next, the boys talk about Matthew Knies' empty-net goal and whether there's any controversy around it. Later, they discuss Patrik Laine's return and debut with the Montreal Canadiens, and whether this will help the Canadiens re-energize for the season. Finally, the guys discuss potential 4 Nations Face-off final roster cuts.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 their recap of ‘The Futa Five’ and where the Ottawa Senators fit on the list of elite teams. Next up, forward for the Washington Capitals, Nic Dowd (15:53) joins the show to discuss how he grew up with the game of hockey, Hockey culture in Alabama, getting drafted to the NHL and playing with and without Alex Ovechkin. Finally, former NHL GM Brian Lawton (43:28) joins Matt and Mike to talk about the expansion of USA Hockey, how the NHL created their league without any super teams, and which team has had the most sustainable start, the Winnipeg Jets or the Minnesota Wild.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 Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to open The FAN Hockey Show, reacting to David Jiricek's trade to the Minnesota Wild for Daemon Hunt. They then examine how the Florida Panthers dominated the Carolina Hurricanes and whether they have a timeline for acquiring a new goaltender. Finally, the boys discuss Jacob Trouba's current situation, how many teams are interested in trading for him, and whether the Washington Capitals are still in contention.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 share Team Canada roster projections with the official Four Nations lineup announcement coming next week before previewing this weekend's NHL action with the Futa Five! Sportsnet.ca's Eric Francis (16:02) joins the show to discuss his conversation with Sean Monahan ahead of tonight's contest between the Blue Jackets and Flames which will honour Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Then, he discusses the Flames' direction this season after a strong first quarter. Finally, Hockey Night in Canada's Chris Cuthbert (42:56) discusses the Leafs' long list of forward injuries, the odd-man-out when players return and dark horse picks for Team Canada.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 Friday on The FAN Hockey Show discussing their personal experiences with bench-clearing brawls alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman! The trio take some time to discuss tonight's emotional Flames-Blue Jackets matchup that will honour Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, before diving into the other marquee matchups on the schedule. Next up, Elliotte shares some names that might crack each 4 Nations Face-Off roster and what factors into building a complete national team, before looking into the NHL's most valuable player on the trade block. 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 their early-season Stanley Cup predictions and a discussion of last night's game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Florida Panthers. Brent Wallace (13:47), host of the Coming in Hot Podcast, then joins the show to discuss the Ottawa Senators' victory over the San Jose Sharks, whether the win is a momentum boost for the team, whether the team is underperforming, and whether this is the team's future identity. Finally, Ken Reid (40:39) of Sportsnet joins Matt and Mike to debate which retired players they would want to see play in today's NHL, how Team Canada will perform in the Four Nations Face-off tournament, and whether the Leafs' new editions are meeting expectations this season.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 today's show alongside Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts. Elliotte begins by clarifying the rules when a puck clears the glass following Charlie Lindgren's embarrassing own goal, before diving into Wednesday's entertaining night of hockey in the NHL. The trio chat about the Canucks' growing injury list after Filip Hronek went down in Pittsburgh, Arturs Silovs' rough night between the pipes, and how close Thatcher Demko is to returning. Later, Elliotte weighs in on Calgary's costly penalty in overtime, the margin of error that should factor into too many men on the ice calls, and Zach Werenski's "Gordie Howe hat trick". The boys wrap up with a discussion on who should make Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off roster including Sam Reinhart, Macklin Celebrini and many 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 kick off The FAN Hockey Show with their Team Canada and Team USA roster picks for the Four Nations Face-off. Next, Sportsnet Host and Reporter, Anna Dua (16:59) joins the show to discuss which players from each division they are thankful for, which teams have impressed them the most and which marquee games are a must-watch tonight. Finally, Matt Murley (47:09), a former NHL forward and host of the Spittin Chiclets/Game Notes Podcast joins Matt and Mike to discuss the Paul Bissonnette incident, whether the Boston Bruins can move the needle soon before it's too late, how the New York Rangers should respond to trade rumours, and where the NHL stands right now.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 Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to begin The FAN Hockey Show by discussing the Vancouver Canucks' victory over the Boston Bruins, Kevin Lankinen's shutout and recent stellar play. Next, they talk about how tonight's game against the Florida Panthers is another measuring stick game, where Matthews will fit in when he returns, and a timeline for Patrik Laine’s return. Later, the three discuss the technique of body checking and how it is gradually vanishing in the game and from some teams. Finally, the guys wrap up with the news of Auston Matthews not being ready to return for tonight’s game.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 Sportsnet's David Amber to talk about the Winnipeg Jets' victory over the Minnesota Wild, whether the Jets are on track to be serious Stanley Cup contenders, whether the Ottawa Senators can go on a long run despite recent struggles and whether the Toronto Maple Leafs should keep Mitch Marner and John Tavares on the same line when Auston Matthews returns. Next up, Matt and Mike discuss Peter Laviolette’s comments after last night’s game and Matt Rempe’s hit on Jake Neighbours (33:16). Later, former NHL Head Coach Don Granato joins the show to talk about his coaching experiences, how he deals with losing streaks, how to raise star players and how to deal with players on the trade block (49:51). Finally, Pierre McGuire from The Sick Podcast joins the show to debate the state of the Pittsburgh Penguins, whether Sidney Crosby made the correct move by re-signing with the organization, and how many NHL teams are considered elite (1:39:49).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 recapping 'the Futa Five', which teams impressed them over the weekend, if Brady Tkachuk can produce under pressure, if the Bruins can find new life under a new coach, and whether the players were always the problem (14:36). Next, the boys analyze the Vancouver Canucks' performance against the Ottawa Senators, as well as the Montreal Canadiens' poor showing against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday night and discuss their biggest mistakes. Finally, the guys welcome Beat Writer for the St. Louis Blues Matthew DeFranks (40:31) to discuss the Blues hiring Jim Montgomery, how well he will fit with the organization and the team's current position.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 Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to start The FAN Hockey Show by discussing the Boston Bruins firing head coach Jim Montgomery and the St. Louis Blues hiring while firing Drew Bannister. They also look at the New York Rangers looking to make serious moves after their loss to Edmonton, what this means for players like Jacob Trouba and Chris Kreider and the Quinn Hughes suspension and how it compares to recent hits in the league. Finally, the lads discuss their observations from last night's Leafs win over the Utah Hockey Club.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 Flyers president of hockey operations Keith Jones to evaluate the first 20 games in Philly. He gets into Travis Sanheim's growth, Matvei Michkov developing ahead of schedule despite some early healthy scratches and more. Then, former NHL scout Jason Bukala (19:45) goes in-studio to weigh in on Zach Whitecloud's hit on Matthew Knies on Wednesday, the Wild's strong start, Stuart Skinner & Linus Ullmark's struggles, and he sticks around for a weekend preview with the Futa Five! Finally, Matt and Mike look at Darnell Nurse's comments on Ryan Reaves as he returns to the ice.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 open Friday's episode discussing the Alex Ovechkin's fractured fibula and the Flames' statement win over the Rangers, before being joined by noted "Swiftie", Sportsnet's own Elliotte Friedman! They begin with a look at Dustin Wolf's performance in goal on Thursday night, the keys to Calgary's red-hot start, and Peter Laviolette's trend of slumping in his second year with a new team. Later, Elliotte shares insight into how the Golden Knights' trio of early signings this season could correlate with Jack Eichel's next contract, why the Rangers have stumbled out of the gates in 2024, and Jordan Binnington's case to crack Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off roster. The trio wrap up the program with some final thoughts on Joe Thornton's jersey retirement Saturday night in San Jose and Ovi's timeline to 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 affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show by recapping Zach Whitecloud's hit on Matthew Knies and providing a summary of last night's schedule of games. Next, Sportsnet Host and Reporter Anna Dua (18:19) returns for her weekly hit to cover her time in Utah, how the new team mood feels, and the city's hockey progress. Next, they talk about her reaction to Alex Ovechkin's injury, whether he still has a chance to break the all-time scoring record, her thoughts on the controversial hit on Matthew Knies, and whether Chris Tanev will play for Team Canada in the 4-Nations Face-off. Finally, Reporter of the NHL Network and WWE, Jackie Redmond (49:13), joins the boys to discuss which WWE superstars are secretly hockey fans and her favourite players and goalies to watch in the NHL right now.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 review Zach Whitecloud's controversial hit on Matthew Knies before welcoming in 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman. He weighs in on the hit, the officials' process in calling major penalties, and the trend of NHL players not expecting big hits. Then, they get into Jim Montgomery's dismissal in Boston, the Bruins' identity moving forward and Brad Marchand's progress on his extension negotiations. Later, they chat about whether the Hurricanes will look for a trade with Frederik Andersen heading for surgery and where the Leafs fit into the selling side of the goalie 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 begin the show with Jimmy Murphy of The Sick Podcast to take a look at the Boston Bruins firing Jim Montgomery, how the team was constructed under him, if a change in the front office is on the horizon and what the future holds for the current roster. (6:13) Then, Toronto Sceptres' Captain Blayre Turnbull stops by ahead of their first game of the 2024-25 season to chat about the PWHL's second year, growing rivalries between the players and teams, and the league initiative to showcase regular season games across Canada and the U.S. (29:28) Afterwards, Carolina Hurricanes special advisor Justin Williams joins the guys to discuss the chemistry that's grown in the locker room after a overhaul in personnel, what head coach Rod Brind'Amour has instilled onto his roster, and how Alexander Ovechkin has transcended the game of hockey. (51:35) Finally, Matt and Mike look back at the Winnipeg Jets downing the defending Stanley Cup Champions and Linus Ullmark's struggling against the Edmonton Oilers.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, joined by Elliotte Friedman, to discuss Craig Berube's update on Auston Matthews, whether this is cause for concern for Leafs fans, and when he will return. Next, the boys discuss how Alex Ovechkin's knee injury will shorten his season and whether he can maintain his goal-scoring streak despite his setback (29:07). Later, Matt and Mike discuss the Boston Bruins' disconnect and whether Bruins fans should panic. Next, the boys talk about last night's games before being joined by the Vancouver Canucks Announcer Brendan Batchelor (49:50) to talk about the state of the Canucks, Thatcher Demko's likely return to the lineup, and how the team will respond to the unexpected announcement of JT Miller's leave of absence. Finally, the boys are joined by Anson Carter (1:17:49) from The NHL on TNT to analyze the state of the Bruins, whether they can recover from their struggles, and whether they require a culture change.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 by revisiting the 'Futa Five' and delving deeper into Ryan Reaves' suspension. Next, Montreal Canadiens Analyst PJ Stock (19:46) joins the show to give his take on Darnell Nurse being ruled out for 5-10 games, what the mindset is playing against an enforcer, how the Montreal Canadiens should approach their re-build, and whether Martin St. Louis is the right fit to fix the team's lack of work ethic. Finally, the guys react to the awaited debut of Yaroslav Askarov tonight against the Detroit Red Wings and recap a slate of weekend games (48:55).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 Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to talk about Alex Ovechkin's strong game Sunday night and what's rekindled his goal-scoring streak. The boys then talk about Ryan Reaves' hit on Darnell Nurse, whether his suspension is justified, and whether it compares to previous suspensions in the league. Finally, they address the NHL's prospective addition to the salary cap and the likelihood of it happening.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 Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill to chat about the challenges of carrying over the success from season to season, where he thinks he needs to improve the roster, how many games in does he have a clear assessment of his team, Matt Duchene re-signing with the Stars, the gamble on acquiring new players affecting the locker room, and his reflection on Pavel Datsyuk entering the Hockey Hall of Fame. (0:39) Then, Sportsnet's Luke Gazdic shares his thoughts on Connor McDavid's 1000-point milestone, Cody Ceci's potential return and fit with the Edmonton Oilers, lack of consistency on the blueline and in net, the mental mindset of expecting to get into a fight before a hockey game and how will Evander Kane slot back on the bottom six. (28:15) Afterwards, Matt and Mike go through The Futa Five including the Toronto Maple Leafs taking on McDavid and the Oilers on Saturday Night. (1:17:05) 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.

32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to chat about Brayden McNabb nearing an extension with the Vegas Golden Knights, Connor McDavid's milestone hitting 1000 points and where he could potentially end up finishing with by the time his career is over, how many players would be available on the trade market by Kyle Dubas on the Pittsburgh Penguins including Erik Karlsson, and Jamie Benn receiving a 2-minute minor for his hit on Brandon Carlo. (22:04) 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 are joined by Hockey Night in Canada's Kelly Hrudey to chat about what has powered the Calgary Flames' surprising start, if Dustin Wolf is ready to increase his workload behind the net, whether the front office feels they need to grow with the current group of players, Matt Coronato carving a role on the Flames, and as a former goalie who he thinks will slot in Team Canada's net for the 4 Nations Face-Off. (0:19) Then, CEO of Hockey Operations for the Edmonton Oilers Jeff Jackson stops by to chat about his team's performance through the quarter mark, losing Connor McDavid for a brief period, managing Stanley Cup Final expectations, how Kris Knoblauch has benefited from his first full training camp, McDavid's evolution as a leader, and his transitions between being a player agent and working in the front office. (18:30) Afterwards, Matt and Mike preview the Thursday slate of games including New Jersey Devils vs. Florida Panthers. (1:08:14) 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 affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined in-studio with 32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman to chat about the controversial disallowed goals for Toronto Maple Leafs' Steven Lorentz and Matthew Knies, if John Tavares' strong performance this season is fueled by not wearing the 'C' on his sweater, Mitch Marner playing for his next contract, Buffalo Sabres' goaltending situation, expected teams to make trades, teams playing back-to-backs against the same opponent, and who is the Hart Trophy favourite a quarter way into the NHL season. (31:31) 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.

On this episode of The FAN Hockey Show, Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin by recapping last night’s NHL action, before Sportsnet’s Ray Ferraro joins the show to discuss the New Jersey Devils changing play styles, as well as what the length of a rebuild looks like in the league today. (9:01) Then, Matt and Mike dive into the Canucks’ success to start the season following their win over the Flames, with starting goalie Thatcher Demko back at practice for Vancouver. They also break down the Oilers victory against the Islanders in Edmonton, and the surging Jets beating the Rangers at MSG. Later, Anna Dua joins the show to recap the Senators’ impressive win over the Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena last night, and where Ottawa is headed this season. (50:05) Then, they preview the Leafs and Capitals tonight in Washington, and what Toronto needs to do to bounce back. Then, they give out their quarter-season awards, which include a few clean sweeps from the group. Finally, Matt and Mike talk about the change in coaching styles in today’s game, and preview the matchups in the NHL tonight. (1:39:52) 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.

32 Thoughts' Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss the GM meetings in Toronto, including questions about the new decentralized draft and concerns relating to officiating. Then, he shares his thoughts on the Hockey Hall of Fame Ceremony last night and the speeches from the new inductees. The guys also look ahead to the Class of 2025, and who should be inducted next. Then, they recap the Calgary Flames' win over the L.A. Kings on Monday Night Hockey and the season-ending injury to Anthony Mantha. Finally, Elliotte gives his take on where the Penguins are headed following their disastrous loss to the Stars in Pittsburgh.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 reflect on their night at the Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The Athletic’s Josh Yohe (11:14) joins the show to break down the continued struggles of the Pittsburgh Penguins following their 7-1 loss at home to the Stars, and the questions that remain in the organization. Then, the guys look at the slate of games in the NHL tonight, highlighting the Battle of Ontario as the Leafs host the Senators, and the Rangers taking on the Jets at MSG. Later, CHL President Dan MacKenzie (55:27) joins the show to discuss the NCAA’s agreement with the CHL and the positive impact it will have on the league, as well as teeing up the upcoming CHL-USA Prospects Challenge taking place in London and Oshawa.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 a preview of the upcoming NHL action on Hockey Hall of Fame Induction night, including the Flames hosting the L.A. Kings in Calgary. Then, they recap the top stories from this weekend's action by going through the Futa Five. Later, former NHL official Tim Peel (19:10) joins the show to discuss some of the 2024 Hockey Hall of Fame class including Jeremy Roenick, Pavel Datsyuk, and Shea Weber. Finally, the guys pay tribute to the history of the game, break down the latest injury news to Mark Stone ahead of their matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, and update Ovie’s chase for the goal-scoring record following his two tallies against the Blues.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 are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts to break down Max Pacioretty's injury as he heads to IR and why the Maple Leafs have been better without Auston Matthews in the lineup. Then, they highlight the depth of the Winnipeg Jets showing throughout their record-setting start to the season, Connor Hellebuyck’s dominance and their Stanley Cup chances. Later, they dive into the Tristan Jarry situation in Pittsburgh after he was recalled on Monday, as well as the condition of the goaltending position in Anaheim and Buffalo. They also take a look at potential trade candidates on defence, and whether they could be on the move this season. Finally, the guys examine Florida’s decision to start three forwards in overtime, the latest news on Shane Pinto, and Dante Fabbro getting claimed by Columbus. 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 with Sportsnet’s Jason Bukula, as they break down what’s wrong with the Pittsburgh Penguins ahead of their matchup with the Washington Capitals. They also take a look at the Winnipeg Jets impressive start to the season, and check in with the struggling Predators and Bruins. Later, Shane Malloy (33:39) joins the show to discuss the details around the NCAA's recent decision to open up college hockey eligibility to Canadian Hockey League players, and the effects it could have on the game at the junior level. Matt and Mike round out the show with the Futa Five, looking ahead to their most anticipated matchups of the weekend in the NHL (51:44).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 Michael Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts to discuss Tanner Jeannot’s hit on Brock Boeser, and if a suspension could be coming. Then, they discuss the future of the Pittsburgh Penguins amidst their struggling season, and if Mike Sullivan could be a candidate to coach elsewhere. Elliotte then gives an update on Auston Matthews' status and if he will play at all this weekend. Later, they preview the matchup between former teammates Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman on Saturday night, and dive into the goaltending situation in Buffalo with Devon Levi. Finally, the guys talk about the difficulties in navigating the salary cap when trying to make additions later in the season, and Elliotte provides an injury update on Thatcher Demko in Vancouver. 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 Florida Panthers Analyst Ed Jovanovski, who discusses the Panthers' performance without Barkov and Tkachuk, Anton Lundell's effect, and if Sam Bennett will take a team-friendly contract to stay in Florida. Next, Sportsnet Host and Reporter Anna Dua (16:21) joins the show to examine the Toronto Maple Leafs' play without Auston Matthews, whether the Leafs have established a team identity, and if their powerplay can heat up after a big win against Boston on Tuesday. They later then discuss their top team tier list, whether the Carolina Hurricanes can get back on the list, and whether Cale Makar can lead the league in scoring. The guys wrap up the show previewing tonight’s scheduled games (52:49).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 Michael Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts to discuss the issues in Nashville with Barry Trotz's threats to rebuild after their slow start, their need for a second-line centre and Roman Josi's chemistry problems. Then, they discuss Jim Montgomery remaining on the hot seat in Boston, team performance impacting when teams choose to do extension business and Winnipeg's looming expiring contracts. Later, they get into John Tortorella's decision to scratch Matvei Michkov and the Penguins' lack of options for quick fixes this season.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 open The FAN Hockey Show with San Jose Sharks forward Tyler Toffoli, who discusses the team's current state, his Stanley Cup experience, his decision to join the Sharks, Macklin Celebrini’s return and how his training program has evolved. Next, NHL executive, VP, and Director of Hockey Operations Colin Campbell (21:27) joins Matt and Mike to talk about the status of the NHL and how teams use their tactics to win and cope with player suspensions. Later, former NHL goaltender Ron Hextall (48:54) joins the show to discuss his stint with the Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins, his experience winning a Stanley Cup as an executor, and who were the finest stars of his generation. 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 Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss a much-needed win for the Leafs over the Bruins fueled by power-play dominance, and the status of Auston Matthews going forward. Then, he shares his thoughts on Dylan Holloway's scary neck injury, the Senators' lackluster effort in their loss to the Sabres, the unique challenge vs. challenge in Avs vs. Kraken and the latest on Cale Makar's injury. Finally, he gets into Martin Nečas' red-hot start and Quinn Hughes reaching the 300-point milestone.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 recapping the Los Angeles Kings' win over Nashville and the New Jersey Devils' victory over the Edmonton Oilers. Next up, Jason Demers (28:37) of the NHL Network joins the show to talk about the struggling Nashville Predators, what's going wrong, and the value of a veteran core. Later, Vince Mercogliano (49:48) joins Matt and Mike to talk about the New York Rangers, salary cap forecasts and how Igor Shesterkin has become a standout for the Rangers of late. Finally, the boys wrap up by previewing tonight's schedule of 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.