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Is Chris Drury the right person to fix the Rangers? Apr 14, 2025

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Max and Laz address Calvin de Haan's fiery comments directed at the New York Rangers, the disappointing season for the blue-shirts and if GM Chris Drury is the right person to fix what ails Gotham's hockey team. Chris Johnston stops by to discuss some of the other NHL teams who failed to make the playoffs this season, and what is next for the Sabres, Red Wings, Blackhawks, Bruins and Penguins. Plus, Scott Wheeler and Chris Peters from the Prospect Series join Max for a Frozen Four recap.

Host: Max Bultman and Mark Lazerus

With: Chris Johnston, Scott Wheeler and Chris Peters

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Jeff Domet

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Hurricanes-Devils locked in as first Stanley Cup Playoff matchup Apr 10, 2025

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Sean, Frank and Sean discuss the appeal of a Hurricanes-Devils first round playoff series, Matthew Knies next contract with the Maple Leafs, and the Montreal Canadiens preparing for the debut of Ivan Demidov. The guys talk about the return of Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek being just what the doctor ordered for the WIld, Jordan Binnington going after Corey Perry, and they lament a tough week for the NHL family, which lost Ray Shero, Greg Millen and Mark Laforest.

Hosts: Sean Gentille and Sean McIndoe

With: Frankie Corrado

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Jeff Domet

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Will the Ottawa Senators make some noise in the playoffs? Apr 09, 2025

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Hailey and Sean discuss the Ottawa Senators clinching a playoff spot after an eight year drought, and the Vancouver Canucks amazing third period comeback over a Dallas Stars team who suddenly have defensive issues. With the Women's World Hockey Championships underway in the Czech Republic, Hailey and Sean preview the tournament, with Canada and the United States, once again leading the way.

Hosts: Hailey Salvian and Sean Gentille

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Jeff Domet

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Can Demidov impact Canadiens playoff push? | Instant Reaction Apr 08, 2025

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In a surprise joint decision between the Montreal Canadiens and SKA of the KHL, one of the world’s top prospects, Ivan Demidov, will join the Habs for the rest of the season. Max, Scott, and Arpon discuss reasonable expectations for Demidov down the stretch, his potential spot in the lineup, and more.

Host: Max Bultman

With: Scott Wheeler and Arpon Basu

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Chris Flannery

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On Ovechkin, the beloved, complicated, greatest goal-scorer in NHL history Apr 07, 2025

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Alexander Ovechkin made history Sunday afternoon on Long Island, passing Wayne Gretzky as the NHL’s all-time goals leader. Today, Max, Laz, and The Athletic’s Dan Robson discuss Ovi’s on-ice greatness, his off-ice support of Vladimir Putin, and the realities that will shape his legacy. Plus, The Athletic’s Jesse Granger joins the show to talk about the sweet spot of good goaltending and great goal-scoring the league is currently in, the real key to beating a goalie nowadays, and an Eastern Conference wild card check-in to close things out.

Hosts: Max Bultman and Mark Lazerus

With: Dan Robson and Jesse Granger

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Chris Flannery

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Was Ovechkin's record-breaking goal worth the wait? | Instant Reaction Apr 06, 2025

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Jesse Granger and Sean McIndoe react to history being made as Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin scores his 895th career NHL goal, breaking Wayne Gretzky's record. Ovechkin scored the goal vs. countryman Ilya Sorokin and the New York Islanders. Sean Gentille, who witnessed the historic goal live at UBS Arena in New York, stops by to add his opinion on the great feat by Ovechkin, who stands alone now as the greatest goal scorer in the history of the NHL.

Hosts: Jesse Granger and Sean McIndoe

With Sean Gentille

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Jeff Domet

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Potential first round NHL playoff matchups Apr 03, 2025

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Hailey Salvian, Sean Gentille and Max Bultman play a little 'Would you Rather', taking a look at the current division leaders, Toronto, Washington, Winnipeg and Vegas and their potential first round matchups. Plus they discuss Alex Ovechkin, 3 goals away from setting the all time goal scoring record in the NHL, and Jalen Chatfield's controversial takedown in a fight with Connor McMichael on Wednesday night.

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Hosts: Hailey Salvian and Sean Gentille

With: Max Bultman

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Jeff Domet

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Ovechkin on the edge of goal scoring history Apr 02, 2025

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Sean Gentille and Sean McIndoe marvel at the season, and legendary career for Alexander Ovechkin, who is now 4 goals away from setting the all time goals scored record in the NHL. The guys take a look at the biggest game of the night in the NHL with the Leafs and Panthers battling for the Atlantic Crown, the 10 game heater for the St. Louis Blues and why it probably doesn't matter, and what the new 12 year, 11 billion dollar Canadian TV deal means for your team.

Hosts: Sean Gentille and Sean McIndoe

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Jeff Domet

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Top 10 John Tortorella media moments Mar 31, 2025

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John Tortorella is out as head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, fired at the end of last week and replaced on an interim basis by Brad Shaw. On today’s episode, Max and Laz power-rank 10 of Torts’ classic media moments and discuss if this will have been his last shot behind an NHL bench. First, the guys break down which trade deadline acquisitions have fit in nicely on their new teams and which have not. And, with nine games left and five goals to go, will Alex Ovechkin break Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record this season?

Hosts: Max Bultman and Mark Lazerus

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Chris Flannery

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Tortorella out as Flyers head coach Mar 27, 2025

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The Athletic’s own Shayna Goldman and Kevin Kurz give their instant reaction to the Philadelphia Flyers relieving John Tortorella of his head coaching duties Thursday morning and discuss what’s next for the franchise and the veteran coach.

Host: Shayna Goldman

With: Kevin Kurz

Executive Producer: Chris Flannery

Producer: Chris Flannery

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