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Alexander Ovechkin joins the 800 club, Mitch Marner extends point streak, John Shannon on his life in hockey Dec 14, 2022

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On a supersized roundtable, Rob, Jesse and Mike marvel at the wonder that is Alexander Ovechkin, who continues his assault of the NHL's all-time goal scoring record held by Wayne Gretzky. The guys discuss Mitch Marner's impressive 23 game point streak and go over some of the bigger storylines from the just wrapped board of governor meetings, including news on the salary cap, playoff format and the Ottawa Senators ownership interest.

John Shannon, the legendary executive producer of NHL hockey, who went in front of the camera later in life as a hockey insider, talks about his first book 'Evolve or Die', a look behind the scenes of working in broadcasting for the NHL, Hockey Night in Canada and Sportsnet during his storied career.

The boys also give their take on Bo Horvat, Darryl Sutter, Jack Eichel and the beast that is Tage Thompson in another edition of rapid fire.

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Derek Lalonde cautiously optimistic with his Detroit Red Wing, Bo Horvat rejects Canucks offer, Kris Letang's triumphant return Dec 13, 2022

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Derek Lalonde, the head coach of the Detroit Red Wings joins Sean and guest co-host Max Bultman to discuss the progression of the Detroit Red Wings, how he is fitting into the Detroit community, his time in Tampa Bay and being a member of the Bills Mafia.

Sean and Max analyze Bo Horvat's contract situation in Vancouver, and what teams should be coveting the star center, this trade season, and we stick tap Kris Letang as he makes a successful return to the Penguins lineup after suffering a stroke less than two weeks ago.

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Gary Bettman’s 30 years as NHL commissioner, Scott Stevens’ legacy changing over time, Patrick Kane’s time with Chicago Blackhawks running out?, Jack Adams Winner of the Week, and more Dec 12, 2022

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Ian and guest cohost Mark Lazerus have you covered with a brand new Monday edition of The Athletic Hockey Show and discuss Thomas Chabot accidentally smacking his stick into teammate Travis Hamonic’s face, NHL Board of Governors meetings and Gary Bettman’s 30 years as league commissioner, Scott Stevens being ranked No. 49 in The Athletic’s NHL 99 project and how legacies change over time, the great Jaromir Jagr stepping out of the Kladno Knights owner’s suite and picking up 2 assists at the age of 50, Jack Hughes records the longest recorded shift in NHL history, Patrick Kane’s time with the Chicago Blackhawks probably running out, Alex DeBrincat off to a pedestrian start with the Ottawa Senators, and the guys hand out this week’s Jack Adams Winner of the Week award to close the show.

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Canada, USA WJC roster options, NHL prospects Corey was wrong about, listener questions, and more Dec 09, 2022

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Max, Corey, and FloHockey’s Chris Peters are back for a brand new episode of The Athletic Hockey Show Prospect Series as the guys discuss roster options for Team Canada and Team USA heading into the 2023 World Junior Championships, NHL prospects Corey was wrong about, and a bunch of listener questions in the mailbag to close things out.

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Marie-Philip Poulin, Canadian Athlete of the Year, joins the show, Sidney Crosby on pace to score 47 goals, Kris Letang returns to the ice Dec 09, 2022

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Hailey Salvian and Sean Gentille chat about Marie-Philip Poulin winning Canadian Athlete of the Year, insight into the process behind the voting, and Poulin being the first woman hockey player to win the award. Then, Poulin joins the show to discuss the award, reflect on her year of accomplishments, the continuous push to grow women's hockey, and much more. To wrap up, Sidney Crosby is showing no signs of slowing down, Kris Letang is back on the ice, and a dive into the comment section.

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Tage Thompson's big night, if high-scoring NHL games are here to stay, and struggling contenders in Colorado and Florida Dec 08, 2022

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Ian Mendes and Sean McIndoe discuss Tage Thompson's big game against the Blue Jackets Wednesday night, if the high-scoring games are here to stay, and theories why they have stuck around. Also, fans react poorly to Ian and Hailey Salvian's attendance story, and Sean calls out one fanbase in particular in return.

Then in "Granger Things", Jesse Granger discusses the swing in odds for Thompson's Rocket Richard chances, the Golden Knights suffering from their own Vegas Flu, and contenders currently on the outside looking in on the playoffs. To wrap up, "boot hockey" is definitely a thing, a DGB Intern comes through, and a look back with "This Week in Hockey History".

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Colorado facing an Avalanche of Injuries, Mitch Marner point streak continues and Shane Wright exacts revenge on Montreal Canadiens Dec 07, 2022

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On the heels of the news that Nathan MacKinnon will be out for a month, Peter Baugh joins Rob, Jesse and guest co-host Joe Smith to discuss the injury riddled defending Stanley Cup champions and to promote his new book: Force of Nature: Joe Sakic, a star studded team and how the Colorado Avalanche built a Stanley Cup winner.

Plus, the roundtable looks back on Paul Maurice's return to Winnipeg, the Jets turnaround with Rick Bowness this season, Shane Wright's revenge against the Montreal Canadiens, Mitch Marner's point streak extended and we discuss where we think trade chips Brock Boeser and Patrick Kane may end up.

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Jon Hamm, St. Louis Blues super fan spreads positive vibes for his hometown team Dec 06, 2022

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Actor and all around good guy Jon Hamm known for memorable roles in Madmen, The Town, Bridesmaids, Tag and more recently Top Gun Maverick, Fargo and Confess, Fletch joins Sean Gentille and guest co-host Jeremy Rutherford to discuss his obsession for his hometown St. Louis Blues, his love for Ivan Barbarshev, growing up in St. Louis and being a three letter athlete at the John Burroughs School, the projects he's currently working on and if fellow actor Ryan Reynolds has inspired him to one day own an NHL franchise.

Plus Sean and J.R. catch you up on the struggles of the New York Rangers, Shane Wright's revenge game vs the Montreal Canadiens and possible landing spots for Patrick Kane, the NHL's most sought after rental, as the season continues to spiral out of control for the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Bruce Cassidy's revenge game on tap, Brock Boeser nearly scratched on Hockey Fights Cancer night, what’s wrong with the New York Rangers?, Jack Adams Winner of the Week, Multiple Choice Madness, trivia!, and more Dec 05, 2022

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Ian and Julian kick off the week with a brand new Monday edition of The Athletic Hockey Show and discuss what’s wrong with the New York Rangers, if Ovi is entering Hank Aaron territory chasing Wayne Gretzky’s goal record, Brock Boeser’s nearly being scratched by the Vancouver Canucks on Hockey Fights Cancer night, Bruce Cassidy’s revenge game going back to Boston with his Golden Knights against the Bruins tonight, what kind of reception Johnny Gaudreau should expect from Flames fans upon his return to Calgary in the New Year, Steven Stamkos hit 1,000 points last week, and more.

Plus, the guys create a new segment, hand out this week’s Jack Adams Winner of the Week award, answer a Multiple Choice Madness question, and Julian gives Ian a last minute trivia quiz to close the show.

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NHL awards watch with Dom Luszczyszyn, and could this be the year the Washington Capitals miss the playoffs? Dec 02, 2022

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Hailey and Sean return to recap some of the NHL action from Thursday night, and discuss if this could be the year the Capitals miss out on the postseason. Then Thriday bestie Dom Luszczyszyn is back to look at the early frontrunners for the Hart, Norris, Selke, Calder, and Vezina trophies. To wrap up, mascots, why not?

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