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Guests: Travis Green & Brian Compton; Phase 2, Goalie questions, Masterton nominations, Murray on Eakins Jun 10, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Vancouver Canucks head coach Travis Green to talk about the Canucks matchup with the Wild, the health of Jacob Markstrom, and the challenge of the layoff (15:00). Brian Compton hops on the line to talk about NY Islanders/Panthers matchup, sleepers in the playoffs, Ilya Sorokin and the goalie questions surrounding the Predators and Penguins (46:00). The guys also talk about the Coyotes hiring Xavier Gutierrez and Bob Murray’s comments on Dallas Eakins (3:00).

Guest: NHL.com’s Bill Douglas; Hockey community unites, Eichel’s frustrations, Blashill returning, Playoff sleepers Jun 04, 2020

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Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by NHL.com’s Bill Douglas, Bill provides important perspective on the impact George Floyd’s death has had on the hockey community (5:00). The guys discuss the return of Jeff Blashill to the Red Wings, Jack Eichel voicing his frustrations, and what teams could be sleepers in the 24-team playoff format (23:00).

Guests: Steve Mayer & Nick Cotsonika; Return to play plan & protocol, playoff matchups, TV enhancements May 27, 2020

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Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Steve Mayer, the NHL’s Chief Content Officer to talk about the return to play plan, the 24-team playoff format, presenting games on TV with no fans in attendance, keeping fans engaged during the pause, and the challenges surrounding the NHL’s plan to return to play (8:55). NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika joined the guys to talk about the NHL’s focus on safety and integrity, the wide-open nature of the playoff format and testing protocol (31:50). Dan and Shawn banter about the playoff matchups and explain what series are most intriguing to them (27:00).

Guests: NBC’s Brian Boucher & HOFer Bryan Trottier; latest on NHL restart, 24-team format, dark-horse teams, Islanders dynasty May 20, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by NBC’s Brian Boucher to talk about the latest developments in the NHL’s restart plan, the potential 24-team playoff format, dark-horse teams, impact of layoff on goalies (5:00). Hockey Hall of Famer Bryan Trottier joins the guys to reminisce on the 40thanniversary of the Islanders winning the 1980 Stanley Cup. He re-lives the iconic Bobby Nystrom goal, and shares some stories & memories about the start of the Islanders dynasty (32:55).

Guests: Lightning forward Alex Killorn & NHL.com’s Mike Zeisberger; NHL restart update, AHL shut down, best all-time coaches, Team North America, Dock Talk May 13, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward and host of “Dock Talk” Alex Killorn. Alex talks about his Instagram Live show “Dock Talk”, where he got the idea, his quest to interview Tom Brady, his future in the television business, and his feelings on a potential NHL restart (46:00). NHL.com’s Mike Zeisberger joins the pod to talk about the top coaches of the expansion era, the NHL’s restart plans, Team North America from the 2016 World Cup and Hayley Wickenheiser (15:35).

Guest: Louie DeBrusk; Draft plans, best right wings, Blackhawks shakeup, Murray or Jarry ? May 06, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Sportsnet’s Louie DeBrusk, Louis talks about quarantining with his son Jake, movies, outlook for Oilers, potential games with no fans, and his ideal linemates (16:40). The guys talk about the pros and cons of a June Draft, and run thru their list of top right wingers in the expansion era (3:00). They discuss the Penguins goalie situation, the Blackhawks front office shakeup, and some of the big decisions that are looming for Clubs like the Blues, Rangers, and Capitals. They also debate what Canadian team will be next to win the Stanley Cup (41:00).

Guest: Eric Lindros; Restart plans, June Draft challenges, best left wingers Apr 27, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Eric Lindros (16:00). Lindros talks about joining the Philadelphia Flyers as an ambassador and the challenges surrounding a potential return to play. He shares his thoughts on the current Flyers team, explains why he enjoys watching the Boston Bruins and reminisces about playing with John LeClair. Dan and Shawn discuss some of the NHL restart plans and the challenges that exist if the NHL were to hold a June Draft (2:00). They debate the best left wingers in the expansion era (39:00).

Guest: Scotty Bowman; Gretzky/Ovechkin, Boston zoom sessions, CBJ inks Korpisalo, Byfuglien’s future Apr 22, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Scotty Bowman (12:00). Scotty tells us the one player he’d like to have dinner with, explains what made Nicklas Lidstrom unique and looks back at some of his favorite moments as a coach. Dan and Shawn discuss their top defensemen rankings (10:00), and what they enjoyed most about the Gretzky/Ovechkin conversation (9:00). They look at what may the future looks like for Dustin Byfuglien and examine the goalie situation in Columbus (50:00).

Guests: Justin Williams & NHL.com’s Nick Cotsonika; NHL extends self-quarantine, all-time goalies, Red Wings rebuild, Shesterkin/Sorokin rivalry? Apr 15, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Justin Williams of the Carolina Hurricanes (40:00). Justin explains why he enjoys watching classic games, reveals the trials and tribulations of home-schooling his children, talks about the potential return of Dougie Hamilton, and discusses the best plan to return to play. NHL.com’s Nick Cotsonika joins the guys to talk about his all-time goalie rankings, the Red Wings rebuild, and the NHL’s many contingency plans surrounding the Coronavirus (8:00).

Guest: Colby Armstrong; NHL Pause ramifications, Crosby stories, Best Centers 1967 to present, Zibanejad vs. Hedman, Goalie VR training Apr 10, 2020

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NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Colby Armstrong (10:00). Armstrong tries to sort through all the issues surrounding the pause, shares some Sidney Crosby stories, wonders what will happen with free-agency, explains what he’s taken away from watching classic games, and why there’s no replacement for skating. Dan and Shawn debate the best Centers from 1967 to present (2:00) and who the best Swedish player in the NHL is right now (45:00).

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