The DFO Rundown

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Montreal Canadiens GM Kent Hughes joins the show! Jun 24, 2022

Show notes

Today's episode of The DFO Rundown features an interview with Montreal Canadiens General Manger Kent Hughes. It will be a busy summer for Hughes and the Habs and it all starts in a few weeks when of course they'll take to the stage at the Bell Centre and make the first overall pick in the NHL Draft. Kent talked about everything that's been going into the big decision that the team will be making, how they'll approach potential trades this summer, and also the future of Carey Price. On a lighter note, Kent's son Jack is a projected first-round pick this year and Kent talked about how he'll balance being a GM and a Dad this July during the Draft.

Frank and Jason also talked about the Paul Maurice hiring in Florida and their offseason plans. Frank broke the news about an extension for Vegas Golden Knights forward Reilly Smith and talked about how they'll manage their complicated salary cap situation. Tyler Yaremchuk also stopped in for a new edition of Buy or Sell delivered by Door Dash.

0:45 - Stanley Cup Final thoughts

3:40 - The Panthers

8:50 - Who's going to be the best value UFA?

15:30 - Reilly Smith contract

17:28 - Kent Hughes joins the show

19:50 - Having the first overall pick

18:20 - Being a dad at the Draft

30:10 - Trading draft picks

31:05 - Where does Carey Price stand?

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Is this going to be a short Stanley Cup Final? Plus: we talk NFT's with Thomas Sychertz Jun 20, 2022

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A new episode of The DFO Rundown is here! Jason is out living his best life in Montreal watching F1, but Frank and Tyler were here to break down what we saw in game two of the Stanley Cup Final. The Avalanche are still looking like a juggernaut and Frank has some serious questions about whether or not the Lightning are going to be able to find a way to get back in this series. The talk about Colorado's big win led them into a conversation about just how much Valeri Nichuskin could make in free agency. Tyler also hit Frank with some trade questions in Fill in the Blank delivered by Door Dash.

We also had a conversation with Thomas Sychertz, a former NCAA goaltender who is now leading a brand called 'Lipsweater' which is looking to merge the NFT world and the hockey world. The word NFT can automatically lead people to dismiss the idea, but Thomas explained why 'Lipsweater' is simply here to make being a hockey fan better.

1:15 - Stanley Cup Final talk

7:30 - Nichuskin contract

13:15 - Fill in the Blank

16:00 - Thomas Sychertz joins the show

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Guy Carbonneau joins the show & we break down game one of the Stanley Cup Final Jun 17, 2022

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The Stanley Cup Final got off to a flying start as the Avalanche walked away from game one with an overtime victory. Speaking of flying... Jason had a great story about his trip to Montreal that involves a cab driver getting pulled over and being given an insane speeding ticket. Since Jason is in Montreal, there was a natural tie-in to the trade that went down yesterday between the Canadiens and the Vegas Golden Knights. On the surface, that trade might be a little confusing but Frank and Jason broke down why that deal actually makes a lot of sense for both sides.

They also spent some time talking about the goaltending market and which teams are going to be looking to get involved this summer. From free agents to trade targets, there are plenty of intriguing names that could be available this summer. Tyler Yaremchuk also stopped by for another edition of Buy or Sell delivered by DoorDash.

To wrap up the episode today, they were joined by former HHOFer Guy Carbonneau. He's teaming up with 3Ice, the new 100 percent 3-on-3 hockey league launching this summer. He talked about getting back behind the bench with the new start-up, how the league works, who's on his team, and how fans can take in the action this summer. It's overtime, all the time and Guy talked about how he'll attack that as a coach.

0:40 - SCF Game one recap

7:05 - Weber for Dadonov (also: Habs offseason)

11:10 - Breaking down the goalie market

14:15 - Tampa's contract structures

21:50 - Buy or Sell

26:37 - Guy Carbonneau joins the show

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Matt Calvert on his new agency & cheering on his boys in the Stanley Cup Final Jun 13, 2022

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After winning four straight games against the New York Rangers, the Tampa Bay Lightning are off to their third straight Stanley Cup Final. If they want to win a third straight ring they'll have to beat arguably the toughest Finals opponent they've faced in the Colorado Avalanche. It's lining up to be an incredible series and Frank and Jason started today's podcast by previewing the matchup. They debated how many future Hall of Famers are playing in this Stanley Cup Final and they also drooled over the quality of hockey we will likely see over the next few weeks. It should be a great series and they debated the key matchups that will decide who gets to lift the Cup.

They were joined by former Colorado Avalanche forward Matt Calvert. He talked about his career, the time he spent with the Avs and what makes that group special, and also the new sports management company that he launched. He gave some tremendous insight into what makes players like Makar and MacKinnon tick. He also shared why he loved having Jared Bednar as a Head Coach.

2:20 - How many future Hall of Famers in this series?

8:10 - Vasilevskiy vs the Avs offence

16:20 - Where does Vasilevskiy rank all-time?

31:58 - Matt Calvert joins the show

40:55 - His new agency

41:50 - Cale Makar insight

43:40 - What makes TB so good

36:10 - Nathan MacKinnon insight

47:20 - Why he loves Jared Bednar

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Trade Targets and Top Free Agents Jun 10, 2022

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Yes, the playoffs are still going on but Frank and Jason decided to take today's episode to get ready for what could be a wild offseason around the NHL. There are some big names on Franks's trade targets board and that's where they started on the show. Alex Debrincat sits at the top of the list and represents a chance for the Chicago Blackhawks to really kickstart their rebuild. Will they cash in on his value this summer? Or will they wait until the deadline to do it? Frank says it's a matter of when not if the Hawks move on from him,

They also hit on the big decision the Oilers have to make with Evander Kane. Will anyone offer Kane a long-term deal? Both of the guys seemed to think that's unlikely. They also hit on the availability of both John Gibson and Connor Hellebucyck at different points throughout the show.

There are plenty of other teams who will be very interesting to watch. The Minnesota Wild will likely be moving Kevin Fiala, the Vancouver Canucks will need to decide what to do with JT Miller, the Flame's plans hinge on Johnny Gaudreau's decision, and

They also hit on some coaching candidates before getting to Tyler Yaremchuk for Buy or Sell delivered by DoorDash.

2:22 - Debrincat and the Blackhawks

9:20 - Minnesota's potential plans

13:30 - Evander Kane and the Oiler's offseason

21:00 - Is Gibson available?

29:05 - Vancouver Canucks and JT Miller

37:10 - Coaching talk

44:35 - Buy or Sell delivered by DoorDash

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NHL Draft Special: An Interview with Projected Top 10 Pick David Jiricek & A full Preview with Chris Peters Jun 06, 2022

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We are just over a month away from the NHL Draft and while the Stanley Cup Playoffs are rightfully taking up a lot of the headlines right now, we decided to take this episode to preview the Draft with our very own prospect analyst Chris Peters. The combine just wrapped up and most of the prospects have finished their seasons so lists are starting to be finalized. Chris gave us his thoughts on who could go first overall (hint: he wouldn't take Shane Wright), who have been the big risers and fallers, and also how he views this year's draft class compared to others.

Before the end of the show, they were also joined by projected top ten pick David Jiříček. The defenseman is coming off a strong season with HC Plzeň in Czechia. Frank and Chris asked him about his game, winning a bronze medal at the World Championships, and whether or not he thinks he's ready to jump into the NHL.

1:40 - Sizing up the NHL Draft

3:30 - Shane Wright thoughts

9:00 - Who would be his #1 pick?

12:05 - Why people love Slafkovsky

18:00 - Draft stock risers and fallers

35:25 - Fill in the Blank

43:27 - David Jiříček joins the show

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Dave Randorf on the Eastern Conference Final! Jun 03, 2022

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A new episode of The DFO Rundown is here to take you into the weekend. Jason Gregor and Frank Seravalli started off today's podcast by breaking down game two of the Western Conference Final between the Edmonton Oilers and Colorado Avalanche. Frank was in Colorado to cover the first two games of the series and gave some insight into what's allowed the Avalanche to dominate the Oilers for long stretches of these games. Jason also gave some insight into what the Oilers need to do differently as the series shifts back to Edmonton.

They were also joined by the play-by-play voice of the Tampa Bay Lightning Dave Randorf to talk about the start of the Eastern Conference Final. The Rangers won game one in convincing fashion but if any team can come back from a tough defeat, it's the Lightning. Dave, or should we say 'Jeff Thomas', talked about their playoff run and also how he got into broadcasting. He shared some great stories about his career in sports and his brief time as a wedding DJ.

They wrapped up today's episode with a fresh edition on 'Buy or Sell' delivered by Door Dash where Tyler sparked up a big conversation about breakfast foods.

0:30 - Avs take a 2-0 series lead

6:45 - Lineup changes for EDM?

19:12 - Dave Randorf joins the show

24:50 - Brayden Point's absence

32:20 - Jon Cooper's impact & lack of Jack Adams votes

37:42 - Ross Colton's emergence

48:30 - Buy or Sell

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Getting set for a wild Western Conference Final May 30, 2022

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The Edmonton Oilers and Colorado Avalanche are set to square off in the Western Conference Finals starting on Tuesday night. It's expected to be a fast-paced, high-flying series featuring some of the biggest stars in the game. Frank and Jason gave their thoughts on how this series could play out and the key matchups for either side. Can Mike Smith outperform Darcy Kuemper? Can Cale Makar keep up with Connor McDavid? Which #29 will be more dominant? They answered all of those questions and talked about some other under-the-radar players who could make big impacts on this series.

Before that, they also looked at tonight's game seven matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers. The home team has won every game in this series, will that trend continue tonight at PNC Arena?

To wrap up the episode, they welcomed in Tyler Yaremchuk for a fresh edition of Buy or Sell delivered by DoorDash. Tyler asked them about the GM of the Year Award, which got Frank very fired up. From there they hit on Stanley Cup and Conn Smythe odds. Frank also outed Tyler for what he likes to do while the podcast is being recorded in the morning.

1:20 - Game seven preview

4:45 - Colorado vs Edmonton

8:00 - Size matters

18:00 - Mike Smith: the story of the playoffs?

23:20 - Makar and Toews

30:15 - First overall picks in the Conference Finals

37:12 - Buy or Sell

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Ray Ferraro on the Oilers series win & the Hurricanes wild streaks May 27, 2022

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Well, the Battle of Alberta certainly lived up to the hype. Edmonton and Calgary battled it out for five games with each one being wildly entertaining with plenty of scoring, lots of lead changes, and some very memorable moments. In the end, it was Connor McDavid who was the hero in the clinching game for the Oilers. Frank and Jason started the podcast by recapping the BOA and talking about what impressed them with the Oilers series win. They also hit on the New York vs Carolina series. Can the Hurricanes finally win a game on the road and wrap up the series?

Their guest today was ESPN analyst Ray Ferraro. Ray talked about the maturity that the Oilers showed by consistently over-coming deficits in their series. He also hit on the Hurricanes vs Rangers series, which he's been between the benches for. The Canes can't be beaten at home but can't find a way to win on the road. Ray gave us some insight into that trend.

To wrap up the episode, Frank and Jason talked about the Flame's season being over and what could be coming next for players like Johnny Gaudreau and Matt Tkachuk. They also brought in Tyler Yaremchuk for a fresh round of Fill in the Blank delivered by DoorDash!

0:44 - BOA Recap

5:50 - NYR vs CAR

8:27 - Ray Ferraro joins the show

9:40 - Thoughts on the Oilers

16:10 - Giving love to Keith and Hyman

20:14 - Ray on the Rangers vs Hurricanes

29:19 - More BOA talk

42:44 - Fill in the Blank

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Connor McDavid is on another level & the defending champs can't be stopped! May 23, 2022

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We have wrapped up another wild weekend of playoff hockey! Jason and Frank broke it all down today on a fresh episode of The DFO Rundown! They started the podcast by talking about the fact that the Florida Panthers are staring down the barrel of a potential sweep at the hands of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The two-time defending Stanley Cup Champions are absolutely rolling right now and the Panthers just aren't even close to their level.

They hit on the other three playoff series as well. The Rangers and Hurricanes series has been a little bit of a snooze-fest, according to Jason's son, and it's hard to argue with that. The Avs have found a way to go up 2-1 in their series vs St. Louis despite the fact that both Cale Makar and Nathan MacKinnon have been quieter than we expected. Of course, the big story from game three was the Nazem Kadri incident. Frank and Jason each gave their take on the play and the unfortunate aftermath of it.

And finally, they talked about the Battle of Alberta! The Oilers are coming off an incredible game three victory and now lead the series 2-1. McDavid is on another level right now as well and it just looks like the Flames don't have an answer for the Oiler's high-octane top line.

To wrap up the episode, Tyler Yaremchuk hopped in for a new episode of Buy or Sell that was focused on potential offseason moves!

0:40 - Panthers on the brink of elimination

4:40 - The Rangers/Canes series

9:59 - Avs/Blues and the Kadri play

16:39 - Battle of Alberta

28:00 - Offseason Buy or Sell

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