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The FAN Hockey Show

Sportsnet’s Matt Marchese and former L.A Kings executive Mike Futa take you around the league on Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national hockey show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Get your opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman!

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Blues & Penguins Insight + What is This Team Saying? Mar 04, 2026

Show notes

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this episode taking a look around the league to determine each team's trade deadline needs with a game of "What is this team saying?" After the break, Paul Bissonnette (14:30) of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast joins the guys in-studio to swap some stories, before getting into the Maple Leafs' outlook, the Islanders' interest in Conor Garland, the Sabres’ talks with the Blues, and much more from the trade market! Later, Andy Strickland (44:43) of the Cam and Strick podcast, offers some insight on Jordan Binnington, Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou’s future in St. Louis. Finally, Penguins beat writer Josh Yohe (55:14) chats about the team's surprising success this year, the power of Pittsburgh's veteran presence, and what to expect down the stretch.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Welcome to the Bobrovsky Sweepstakes Mar 04, 2026

Show notes

Mike Futa returns to the desk alongside Matt Marchese! They begin with thoughts on Sergei Bobrovsky's trade value after the Florida Panthers announced they would sell at the deadline. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, shares the latest on a Kiefer Sherwood extension in San Jose, before diving into the Bobrovsky sweepstakes and the teams in the mix. Friedge also offers updates on Conor Garland, the Sabres' recent talks with the Blues, the Maple Leafs' plan for the future, and the other names to watch ahead of Fridays' deadline.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Blackhawks & Capitals Next Steps Mar 03, 2026

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Matt Marchese and guest host Luke Gazdic begin this episode talking Blackhawks with TNT's Darren Pang. He shares what the Oilers are getting with Connor Murphy, the bright future in Chicago with more talent on the way, and the potential pieces on the move ahead of Friday's trade deadline. Next, Tarik El-Bashir (17:55) of Monumental Sports joins the show to check in on the Capitals. He weighs in on Washington's shopping list, Alex Ovechkin's longevity and incoming milestones, Tom Wilson's growth as a smart player, and more! Matt and Luke wrap up today's show with thoughts on the ideal stick flex, before taking a look around the league at some contenders with just over a quarter of the season left to play.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Who's on the Trade Block? Mar 03, 2026

Show notes

Guest host Luke Gazdic joins Matt Marchese in-studio to take a trip around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. The boys chat about Easton Cowan's playtime in Toronto, Connor Murphy's trade to Edmonton, what else to the Oilers are shopping for at the trade deadline. Friedge also weighs in on Nic Roy's trade value, the latest on Elias Pettersson, Tyler Myers, Kent Johnson and Charlie Coyle, as well as the front runners for the Norris Trophy this season.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Schaefer's Ridiculous Rookie Season + Utah's Interest in Thomas Mar 02, 2026

Show notes

Matt Marchese rides solo on today's show and recaps a busy weekend in the NHL. Thomas Hickey (04:42), former NHL forward and Islanders analyst, joins to discuss Matthew Schaefer's electric rookie season, how he's been able to maintain his hot start, and the positive impact he's had around the organization. The pair also take some time to chat about the Maple Leafs' outlook with Auston Matthews at the helm, Travis Sanheim's ceiling in Philly, and the other Flyers on the roster with extra upside. After a Mike Futa-less edition of the "Futa Five" (26:30), Matt welcomes Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (31:51) to the show! He weighs in on Jordan Binnington's value ahead of the deadline, what's left for the Wild to do after acquiring Quinn Hughes, the Canadiens' array of assets in the cupboard, and the teams to watch as Friday's deadline nears. Later, Cobe Bagley (55:41) of KSL Sports Utah wraps up today's show with thoughts on the Mammoth's interest in Robert Thomas, the other names on the team's radar, what's next for Nick Schmaltz, and Salt Lake City's growth as a hockey city.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Five Days Till the Deadline Mar 02, 2026

Show notes

Matt Marchese and Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, get you set ahead with everything you need ahead of Friday's trade deadline. They begin with a discussion about Robert Thomas' market and the teams interested, how the Canadiens are preparing for March 6th, and the latest surrounding the Maple Leafs and Auston Matthews. Friedge also touches on the Sabres' roster needs, the latest controversial goaltender interference call, the centres to watch on the market, and what the Oilers are targeting.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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What's Next for the Kings + Mile High Expectations Feb 27, 2026

Show notes

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with five things they're looking forward to this weekend in the NHL on the "Futa Five". Next, Jonathan Davis (16:12) of NHL Network Radio discusses what's next for the Kings' following back-to-back losses out of the Olympic break and the players potentially on the trade block, before taking a look around the rest of Pacific Division. Later, Corey Masisak (42:50) of the Denver Post checks in on Avalanche's roster needs ahead of the trade deadline, how the team's Olympic participants are settling back in, the state of Colorado's goaltending,

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Solidifying the Sellers Feb 27, 2026

Show notes

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa talk with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, after a busy night in the league. They begin with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' ugly back-to-back in Florida and the Kings' struggles since the Olympic break, before getting into the issues within the trade market with more sellers than buyers. Friedge also touches on the Oilers' scoring surge in L.A., Seattle and Nashville's viability as destinations come March 6th, Auston Matthews' future in Toronto amidst a down year, and the latest on Tyler Myers.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Roster Management Purposes + Panthers Outlook Feb 26, 2026

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show chatting with Panthers insider George Richards! The trio to discuss Florida's shorthanded lineup, the decisions on the table heading into the trade deadline, Aleksander Barkov's charitable work for the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, and tonight's gold medal celebrations at Amerant Bank Arena. Thomas Drance (17:35), senior writer at The Athletic and host of Canucks Talk, chats about Tyler Myers healthy scratch, the Canucks outlook ahead of March 6th, and the names to watch in the 2026 NHL Draft. Matt and Mike wrap up today's show by responding to your "Hockey Hotline" calls and texts (45:18)!

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Leafs Showing Rust Feb 26, 2026

Show notes

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open the program with a look back on last night's return to NHL action with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. Friedge weighs in on the Maple Leafs' lacklustre effort against the Lightning, what's ahead for Brad Treliving, and how the team will manage Bobby McMann and Scott Laughton ahead of the trade deadline. The boys also touch on the Oilers' 6-5 loss to the Ducks, who will get the start in goal tonight, the Blues' array of trade pieces, and the Kings' defensive collapse last night at home. They wrap with thoughts on Tyler Myers sitting out for "roster management purposes" and the teams in the mix to acquire him.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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