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The FAN Hockey Show

Sportsnet’s Matt Marchese and former L.A Kings executive Mike Futa take you around the league on Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national hockey show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Get your opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman!

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Senators, Flyers Headed in Different Directions with Jason Bukala Oct 16, 2026

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa get to a head coach edition of the Futa Five, as Leafs head coach Jim Hiller benched Gavin McKenna late in what would become an OT loss, and Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet being on the hot seat after a winless start. Plus, they discuss the Mammoth continuing to play well to start the season. Afterwards, they visit with Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (16:19) to chat about asset management across the league, how the Senators have been playing recently under Travis Green (59:18) and with a hot Linus Ullmark, Anton Frondell looking great in Chicago, 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 affiliate.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Leafs Blow It Late Oct 16, 2026

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Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss the Leafs blowing a multi-goal lead to the Sabres in an OT loss - what happened with Gavin McKenna not seeing ice time late? They also get into whether or not the Leafs are built to withstand sitting on leads, and the trade to bring Aatu Räty to Toronto. Plus, they discuss another natural hat trick from Brady Tkachuk, the Flyers remaining winless and whether moves could be made in Philadelphia, Connor Bedard returning to the Blackhawks lineup, 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 affiliate.

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Early Season Surprises, Kraken Making Waves & Barry Trotz! Oct 15, 2026

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today’s show alongside Sportsnet’s Sam Cosentino! Together, they look into the ongoing mystery surrounding Connor Hellebuyck’s future, the Red Wings’ next steps after signing Alex DeBrincat to a long-term deal, the biggest surprises from the first few weeks, what’s behind Evan Bouchard’s hot start, if Connor McDavid can set a new career-high point total, and what’s in store for the reigning champion ‘Canes. After the break, Matt and Mike touch on the Maple Leafs’ roster needs (42:32) and set up tonight’s NHL schedule. Later, Kraken analyst Alison Lukan (50:23) looks into Seattle’s 5-2-0 start and shares what’s driving this team and how the group can maintain their form deeper into the season. Finally, former NHL player, coach and executive, Barry Trotz (1:20:21) catches up with the guys and shares some memories of Alex Ovechkin as he enters his final season and what Jim Hiller brings to Toronto’s 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.

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NHLPA Executive Director Marty Walsh + Candy Jar Questions Oct 14, 2026

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Marty Walsh, NHLPA executive director, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa on the heels of last night’s Frozen Frenzy! Marty reacts to NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman’s comments about the ripple effects of no-movement clauses, before discussing Leo Carlsson’s offer sheet as a turning point for NHL contracts, the rising salary cap, and the recent growth of the game. After the break, Matt and Mike take a closer look at Tuesday’s 16-game schedule (29:!9) with thoughts on Anthony Stolarz’s difficult night, Alex DeBrincat’s extension with the Red Wings, the Flyers’ winless start, and much more! Finally, Producer Mike Gentile (49:49) joins the guys to pose some questions from the candy jar.

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.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Frozen Focal Points Oct 14, 2026

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Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to recap his Frozen Frenzy experience. Friedge shares how Alex DeBrincat’s extension in Detroit came together, before getting into his highlights from last night’s busy NHL schedule. He breaks down how dire the Flyers’ disastrous start is, the state of the Hurricanes with Jordan Staal’s injury, the Rangers’ early success this season, the Mammoth’s narrow victory over the Maple Leafs, and Samuel Ersson’s difficult night against the Blues. They wrap up with thoughts on Rick Bowness’ fiery postgame comments, Devon Levi’s strong night in goal, 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 affiliate.

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Luke in the Box, Dr. Alicia Naser & Scott Hartnell! Oct 13, 2026

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today’s show alongside Luke Gazdic, former NHLer and Sportsnet analyst. They chat about the sustainability of the Senators’ hot start, the challenge of shifting to a new captain within the room, the debut of Luke in the Box on Monday Night Hockey, and the latest on Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin. Next, Matt and Mike set the stage for tonight’s loaded night of hockey (43"35) with 16 games on tap! Later, behavioral scientist Dr. Alicia Naser (51:15) joins the guys to discuss the importance of having a short memory as a player, the mentality of playing until the final whistle, the internal battle when recovering from an injury, and much more! Finally, NBC Philly analyst and former Flyer, Scott Hartnell (1:21:21) stops to break down Philadelphia’s winless start to the season, identifies some positives from the first seven games, and looks into the team’s path back into 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.

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Oilers 5-Game Assessment + A Different Feel for the Leafs with Anna Dua Oct 12, 2026

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa revisit Thanksgiving weekend with the Futa Five before bringing on Sportsnet senior columnist Mark Spector (16:27) to discuss how the Edmonton Oilers have dialed down the high scoring rate on their own end, the battle in net between Devon Levi and Tristan Jarry, facing off against long-time Oiler Darnell Nurse, how Mike Babcock could juggle his lines when Zach Hyman and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins are ready to return, Vasily Podkolzin's first impressions with his new team, Evan Bouchard's historic start, and previews their matchup against the L.A. Kings to close our their road trip. Then, Sportsnet's Leafs reporter Anna Dua (47:15) stops by to chat about the Maple Leafs' start to their season, their win in Colorado against the Avalanche, why there's a different feel within the group, Jim Hiller's impact, Gavin McKenna's comfortability on and off the ice, and her early pick at which team could be a strong candidate for the Stanley Cup.

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.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Hellebuyck to New York? Oct 12, 2026

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Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to share news that former NHL head coach Dave Hakstol is speaking to Arizona State for a potential job, if the Maple Leafs are looking into the defenceman market, the leap Easton Cowan has made to start the season, how the offence is more connected than last year, if Igor Shesterkin's injury shifts the New York Rangers' attention to Connor Hellebuyck, Dylan Larkin's potential fit with the Montreal Canadiens, and Edmonton Oilers' continued success to begin their first year with head coach Mike Babcock.

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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hot Take or Realistic Outcome? with Jason Bukala Oct 09, 2026

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with a look ahead to the weekend on the Futa Five! Jason Bukala (15:07), Sportsnet analyst and founder of the Pro Hockey Group, joins the boys in-studio to take a look around the league and chat about Alex Ovechkin’s final season, Utah as a potential landing spot for Connor Hellebuyck, Jim Hiller not utilizing Gavin McKenna in overtime, and much more! After the break, the boys sort through some early season storylines to determine which are a hot take or a realistic outcome (43:58).

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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: The Long Road to a Rebuild Oct 09, 2026

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Matt Marchese returns alongside Mike Futa to recap the Golden Knights’ comeback victory over the Maple Leafs. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, checks in on the Red Wings’ GM search, the latest news on Dylan Larkin and Simon Edvinsson, and what made the difference in the Senators’ narrow victory over the Flyers. They also look into the Sabres’ situation in goal, the outlook of the Flames’ rebuild with a new arena on the horizon, Frank Nazar’s pending hearing for his high hit on Bo Horvat, and Gavin McKenna not seeing the ice during the 3-on-3 overtime frame.

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.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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