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.
Bill Guerin joins; Blackhawks decisions, Capitals struggles, Maple Leafs void in goal
Mar 03, 2022
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin (21:50). Bill talks about whether he's concerned about the Wild's recent 4-game losing streak, explains how he's looking at his team as the Trade Deadline approaches and marvels at the emergence of Matt Boldy. He talks about some of the teams that have impressed him this season, including the Calgary Flames and Colorado Avalanche and is convinced that the Wild can compete to win a Stanley Cup this season. He remembers what the Trade Deadline was like as a player and explains how his perception of the deadline has changed as a GM. The guys start the episode discussing the Blackhawks hiring Kyle Davidson as their GM and the decisions that Davidson will have to make with Marc-Andre Fleury, Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews. They also dissect the Washington Capitals and ponder whether they should be buyers at the Trade Deadline. They wrap up the episode debating whether the Toronto Maple Leafs have a major issue at the goalie position and who the best U.S. born player is that's under 23 years old; some interesting picks by Dan and Shawn. Follow @TheRink on Twitter Rate & Review on podcast platforms
Chris Mason joins; Pekka Rinne, Stadium Series, Forsberg rumors, Super 16, Chara milestone
Feb 25, 2022
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Dan and Shawn are joined by former Nashville Predators goalie and current Predators broadcaster Chris Mason (6:30). Mason reflects on Pekka Rinne's legacy, the growth of Nashville as a hockey market and the anticipation of this weekend's Stadium Series. He discusses what makes Rinne so special and the reason why the Nashville fanbase adores him so much. He also talks about the trade rumors surrounding Filip Forsberg, the state of the Predators and the reasons for Juuse Saros' success. Dan and Shawn dissect a bunch of other NHL storylines (30:30), including Zdeno Chara's milestone, their Super 16, and the trade deadline market. Follow @TheRink on Twitter
Jeremy Swayman joins; Eichel's return, Toffoli's impact, Debate: CAR vs. FLA, Rask's legacy
Feb 17, 2022
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman (24:44). Swayman discusses his topsy-turvy season, his relationship with Tuukka Rask, his mindset as he tries to become the Bruins No.1 goalie, the pride he has as an Alaskian and his "welcome to the NHL" moment. The guys start of the episode talking about Jack Eichel's return to the ice with Golden Knights and debate whether Carolina or Florida would have an edge in a 7-game series. They also look at Tyler Toffoli's impact on the Calgary Flames and are now seriously intrigued with the Flames as a legitimate Stanley Cup contender. Did Brad Treliving make the right move acquiring Toffoli? For once, Dan and Shawn agree on sometihng.... After Swayman, the guys reflect on Tuukka Rask's legacy in Boston (36:45) and talk about Everett Fitzhugh and JT Brown making history as the first all-black TV broadcast in NHL history. Plus, they look at the most recent Super 16 rankings and peak ahead to next week's Stadium Series game in Nashville.
Nick Cotsonika joins; Tuukka Rask, Giroux's fate, goalie trade targets, Eichel's return
Feb 09, 2022
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Dan Rosen and Shawn were joined by NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika to talk about the Boston Bruins' goaltending situation with the report in The Athletic late Tuesday that said Tuukka Rask was going to announce his retirement in the coming days. The conversation turned to the Bruins' needs in other areas, particularly on defense. Claude Giroux and where he could be playing after the trade deadline was discussed. The Philadelphia Flyers forward is in the last year of his contract and has a no-movement clause but could be willing to waive it to facilitate a trade to a Stanley Cup contender. Where could Giroux go and what impact would he make were two areas discussed and debated by Rosen, Roarke and Cotsonika. They also talked about Chicago Blackhawks goalie Marc-Andre Fleury and Dallas Stars goalie Braden Holtby, suggesting both could be a target for the Washington Capitals if they decide they want to upgrade or change from the tandem they have now in Ilya Samsonov and Vitek Vanecek. The ramifications surrounding center Jack Eichel's pending inclusion in the Vegas Golden Knights' lineup was discussed and the impact, or fallout of it debated too by Rosen, Roarke and Cotsonika.
All Star Special: Andrew Ference, Rick Tocchet, Mike McKenna & Tom Gulitti
Feb 04, 2022
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Dan & Shawn record from NHL Fan Fair in Las Vegas and are joined by former NHLer and Stanley Cup winner Andrew Ference (1:00), TNT analyst Rick Tocchet (19:24), Mike McKenna from The Daily Faceoff (37:22) and NHL.com's Tom Gulitti. Plenty of topics covered, ranging from goalie chatter with McKenna, street ball hockey with Ference, top NHL storylines with Tocchet and Gulitti. Follow @TheRink on Twitter.
Henrik Lundqvist joins; Yandle's streak, Giroux's trade value, Mailbag: Red Wings, RIP Clark Gillies
Jan 26, 2022
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Henrik Lundqvist joins the guys (8:30) to give his thoughtful perspective on his jersey number retirement and discuss some of his favorite memories playing for the NY Rangers. He talks about preparing for his speech, teammates that have impacted him, the relationship he had with Rangers' fans, dabbling in broadcasting and his plans for the future. The episode continues after the interview with Lundqvist as Dan and Shawn breakdown the important storylines happening in the NHL (27:00). They talk about Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Keith Yandle breaking Doug Jarvis' NHL ironman record by playing in his 965th consecutive game Tuesday. They also talk about the next steps for the Flyers, who have lost 13 consecutive games. They dive into a discussion on the Detroit Red Wings (41:00) and what general manager Steve Yzerman might do leading up to the 2022 NHL Trade Deadline on March 21. And they give a tribute to former New York Islanders forward Clark Gillies (49:00). Follow @TheRink on Twitter
Kevin Woodley joins; Goalie storylines, Fleury suitors, Leafs criticism, Habs hire GM, Klingberg's future
Jan 20, 2022
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Dan and Shawn are joined Kevin Woodley of NHL.com and InGoal Magazine (14:00). Woodley hits on a ton of goalie storylines, including Marc-Andre Fleury's trade value and his potential suitors, Bobrovsky's current form, Tuukka Rask's return, Colorado's goaltending, and his choice for the Vezina Trophy. No one can talk about NHL goaltending better than Kevin and he puts on a master class on one of the biggest topics in the NHL this season. Dan and Shawn start the episode talking about the Toronto Maple Leafs... are they a soft team? Let the debate begin!! Plus, they touch on the Montreal Canadiens hiring Kent Hughes as their GM and the challenges that Hughes faces as he tries to turn around the franchise. After Woodley, the guys wrap up the episode talking about John Klingberg's future and what teams may have interest in trading fo him. Follow @TheRink on Twitter.
Derek Stepan joins; Malkin's return, Kucherov, Sunshine State Rivalry, Evander Kane, Lidstrom & Red Wings
Jan 12, 2022
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Derek Stepan of the Carolina Hurricanes (19:48). Stepan talks about his "Senior" role with the Canes, playing for Rod Brind'Amour and the growth of Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov. He also looks back at his time with the NY Rangers and talks a lot about Henrik Lundqvist ahead of his jersey retirement at MSG. The guys start the episode talking about Evgeni Malkin's brilliant return to the ice and comparing the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers. Plus, they look at Jack Eichel as he took the ice with Vegas for the first time and discuss the surprise Nashville Predators. They wrap up the episode discussing Niklas Lidstrom's new gig with the Detroit Red Wings and the Edmonton Oilers interest in Evander Kane.
Mike Sullivan joins; Makar's brilliance, Oilers' issues, Goaltending needs, Mailbag: Capitals & Flames
Jan 05, 2022
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan (27:00). Sullivan talks about the Penguins winning streak, how the team has overcomed injuries, the reason why Evan Rodrigues has blossomed, Evgeni Malkin's pending return from injury and Tristan Jarry's ability to bounce back from last year's playoff disappointment. He also shares his thoughts on Kris Letang's consistent play and why he's on board with the new Penguins ownership group. To start the episode, the guys marvel at Cale Makar's most recent spectacular goal.. is it the goal of the season? And talk about the goalie issues in Colorado, Minnesota and Edmonton and the goalie strengths in Nashville, Vancouver and Winnipeg. They dive deep on the Oilers' issues and what needs to happen for them to make the playoffs. After Sullivan, they answer a few mailbag questions on the Washington Capitals and the Calgary Flames. Follow @TheRInk on Twitter.
Kevin Weekes joins; top storylines, Winter Classic, impact of break, Brayden Point's return
Dec 28, 2021
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Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL Network & ESPN's Kevin Weekes (28:05) to talk about all the happenings around the NHL, including the impact of the break, the legitimacy of the New York Rangers, the Nashville Predators' sustainability and the intrigue of this year's Winter Classic. He settles a long-running debate between Dan and Shawn on the New York Rangers and shares an idea he's had for a while that he'd like to see the NHL pull off. The guys start the episode talking about the return of Brayden Point and marvel at Jon Cooper's ability to continue to get the most out of his team, despite the injuries they've sustained. They look at the top storylines coming out of the break, including the Pittsburgh Penguins and Nashville Predators' winning streaks, Bruce Boudreau's impact on the Vancouver Canucks and the Boston Bruins with Tuukka Rask potentially returning to the team. They wrap up the episode with a deep dive on the Winter Classic, including some thoughts on why the event means so much to the NHL and how the St. Louis Blues and Minnesota Wild match up on the ice.
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