Join Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke of @nhldotcom for in-depth analysis on the biggest news in the NHL and insightful conversations with hockey scribes, broadcasters, players, coaches, and front office personnel, providing fans with an informative, fun and unique listening experience.
Alan May joins; Playoff & Awards races, Surging Predators, Mailbag: Flyers hanging on, Josh Doan's debut
Mar 27, 2024
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Alan May (21:00). May, the rinkside and studio analyst for Capitals' games on NBC Sports Washington, discussed Ovechkin clearing his mind on a trip to Dubai over All-Star Weekend, the impact of first-year coach Spencer Carbery, Charlie Lindgren's ascent to being Washington's No. 1 goalie, the leadership of the veterans in the room and how the young players are taking ownership of their role in Washington's surge toward playoff contention. The guys hit on a number of other topics around the NHL, including why the Nashville Predators are surging, if the Philadelphia Flyers can hang onto a playoff spot with nine games to play, are the Vegas Golden Knights a dangerous team and Josh Doan's two-goal NHL debut with the Arizona Coyotes.
Nick Cotsonika joins; GM Meetings recap, Preds rolling, Dangerous teams, Best in West ?
Mar 20, 2024
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Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika from South Florida to recap the GM Meetings. The guys talk about the reasons why the GMs decided to leave well enough alone with the 3-on-3 overtime format and rules, citing the fact that an NHL-record 70 percent of games that go to overtime are ending in overtime this season. They discuss the additions to the coach's challenge rule for penalties on delay of game for shooting the puck over the glass and on certain high sticking minors. They also talk about the future of the Arizona Coyotes. In addition, they talk about the struggles of the Detroit Red Wings and the success of the Nashville Predators. After Cotsonika departs, Rosen and Roarke discuss why they think the Colorado Avalanche right now are the best team in the Western Conference and arguably the entire NHL, and if the Tampa Bay Lightning can be as dangerous in the playoffs as they look right now. The Buffalo Sabres, Washington Capitals, New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils also enter the conversation on the podcast.
Paul Maurice joins; Deadline winners/losers, VGK front office magic, Mailbag: Devils retool
Mar 13, 2024
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Paul Maurice (19:11). He talked about the Florida Panthers' leadership, improvements they still need to make, the importance of their identity and culture, and why nothing will come as a surprise to them this season with the way last season played out. The guys discussed the fallout from the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline, in particular offering opinions on the Pittsburgh Penguins decision to trade Jake Guentzel to the Carolina Hurricanes and the return they got. They agreed that the New York Rangers and Hurricanes as contenders in the Eastern Conference with the Panthers, and talked about the wide-open Western Conference, in particular the kind of impact Tomas Hertl might be able to have on the Vegas Golden Knights. Rosen and Roarke also discussed the Golden Knights' ability to add Hertl and the salary cap ramifications for both them and the San Jose Sharks. They also talked about the New Jersey Devils goaltending situation, the additions of Jake Allen and Kaapo Kahkonen on Friday, how it resets their depth at the position and still sets them up to look for a No. 1 goalie like Jacob Markstrom in the offseason.
Chuck Fletcher joins; Trade Deadline Primer
Mar 06, 2024
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Chuck Fletcher, the former Wild and Flyers GM to discuss Friday's trade deadline (18:51) and provide a glimpse into the life of a NHL general manager at this time of the year. The guys start the episode breaking down Vegas acquiring Anthony Mantha, Lindy Ruff's firing and the Boston Bruins recent scoring struggles. They wrap up the episode talking about Vladimir Tarasenko's impact on the Florida Panthers and the many players that could be dealt at the deadline, including Jake Guentzel, Frank Vatrano, Noah Hanifin, Alex Wennberg, Jakob Markstrom and more. They look at potential buyers and sellers and look ahead to what should be a busy deadline day.
Ken Daniels joins: Red Wings success, Tanev trade, Buyers/Sellers, Mailbag: Predators at deadline
Feb 29, 2024
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Dan and Shawn were joined by Ken Daniels, the Red Wings longtime television broadcaster (21:17) to discuss his terrific call on Kane's OT winner, the likelihood that Detroit will end its seven-year playoff drought this season, Kane's impact in Detroit, the Red Wings' hot streak and what general manager Steve Yzerman could still do before the deadline. In addition, the guys broke down the Tanev to Dallas trade and why they think it's a home run for the Stars. They talked about the Nashville Predators as buyers at the deadline, but disagreed with the idea that trading Juuse Saros after this season might be the right move. The New York Rangers' needs at the deadline and why they are holes they have to fill to be a contender were also discussed at length. Trading Jake Guentzel and the Vancouver Canucks as a fit for the Pittsburgh Penguins forward was also an interesting topic covered.
Auston Matthews' chase for 60 goals in 60 games, Trade Deadline decisions, Super 16
Feb 22, 2024
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Rosen and Roarke went on a 2-on-0 rush in this week's episode, no guest, just hockey talk, including Auston Matthews' chase for 60 goals in 60 games and 70 goals this season, Jake Guentzel's future with the Pittsburgh Penguins, and what in the world should the Seattle Kraken do before the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline. They answered mailbag questions on the Tampa Bay Lightning, NY Rangers and debated who the best team in the NHL is right now. They chatted about success of the Stadium Series at MetLife Stadium and looked ahead to the Stadium Series game next season at Ohio Stadium between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings. They explained why Jarmo Kekäläinen was let go and why there should be reasons for optimism in Columbus, one of the most underrated hockey markets in the United States.
Peter Laviolette & Ondrej Palat join; Stadium Series, Deadline dominoes, Mailbag: Guentzel's future
Feb 14, 2024
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Peter Laviolette (12:05) and Ondrej Palat (36:59). Both talked about the excitement heading into this weekend's Stadium Series at Metlife Stadium and the state of each team heading into the stretch run of the season. The guys start the episode talking about the Calgary Flames holding key trade chips in Jacob Markström and Noah Hanifin and whether or not the Devils are in a position to potentially make a blockbuster deal to acquire both. They also debate what the Pittsburgh Penguins should do with Jake Guentzel and discuss Morgan Reilly's 5 game suspension after unnecessarily targeting Ridly Greig last week.
Nick Cotsonika joins; Trade Deadline rumors, Buyers/Sellers, Scoring race, USA Hockey leadership
Feb 08, 2024
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Dan and Shawn were joined by NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika to talk about the Trade Deadline plans for the Detroit Red Wings, the New York Rangers' goaltending situation and if that's a brewing controversy, the Edmonton Oilers and how they respond to their first loss in 17 games, the scoring race between Nathan MacKinnon and Nikita Kucherov, who is the Hart Trophy favorite and the 2025 Winter Classic at Wrigley Field. The 2024 NHL Trade Deadline is one month away, so there was plenty of deadline chatter, rumors and trade proposals. In addition, Rosen and Roarke discussed which among the three coaching positions that are currently filled by interim coaches is the best job: the Ottawa Senators, St. Louis Blues or Los Angeles Kings. Also part of the conversation was USA Hockey tabbing Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin to be the Team USA general manager at the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off and the 2026 Winter Olympics and who he could potentially choose as the coach for those teams.
Jake Oettinger & Frank Vatrano join; International play, Lindholm trade, McLellan fired
Feb 03, 2024
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Jake Oettinger (16:48) and Frank Vatrano (35:42). The guys start the episode discussing the NHL's return to the Olympics and the announcement of the 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament in 2025. They look at the potential rosters for the 4 Nations Face-Off, discuss the impact that Elias Lindholm will have on the Vancouver Canucks and look at the state of the LA Kings with Todd McLellan being fired during the All Star break. Other topics include the Edmonton Oilers winning streak and the Jets acquiring Sean Monahan from the Montreal Canadiens.
Derek Van Diest on Oilers, Islanders hire Roy, LA Kings slumping, Super 16, Mailbag
Jan 25, 2024
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Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL.com's Edmonton-based writer Derek Van Diest to discuss and dissect the reasons why the Oilers have won 14 games in a row. Van Diest talked about the Oilers renewed commitment to defense and the improved play of goalie Stuart Skinner. He points to the depth scoring the Oilers are getting from forwards Warren Foegele and Ryan McLeod. The impact of coach Kris Knoblauch and his calm demeanor, and what assistant Paul Coffey has brought to the defense, were also topics in the conversation. In addition, Rosen and Roarke spent time talking about Patrick Roy as the new coach of the New York Islanders and why they love the move, and the struggling Los Angeles Kings, who were recently called out by defenseman Drew Doughty. They offered their predictions on who will win the 2024 NHL All-Star Skills and discussed the potential of future NHL hockey in Salt Lake City. They answered some mailbag questions concerning teams like the Nashville Predators and Arizona Coyotes, who have draft capital to spend and cap space to use to improve their chances of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season.
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