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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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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Live From the GM Meetings Nov 11, 2025

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Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa live from the NHL GM Meetings. Friedge shares his takeaways from the event including the concerns brought up about Milan's Olympic hockey arena, balancing NHL development leagues, and more. The trio then dive into the Oilers' overtime win over the Blue Jackets and the lingering concerns on the defensive end, before debating just how good Dustin Byfuglien would be in today's game. Later, the boys discuss Brad Marchand's effectiveness in his age-37 season and the players on the bubble for Team Canada's Olympic roster.

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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The Rising Canes with Rod Brind'Amour + Toronto & Edmonton Status Report Nov 10, 2025

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Chris Cuthbert, Sportsnet play-by-play voice, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to add to the lore of the prank on Elliotte Friedman. CC dives into the Maple Leafs' early season issues, helps diagnose the problem, and looks for a solution to help right the ship. Next up, Rod Brind'Amour (18:18), Carolina Hurricanes Head Coach and Stanley Cup champion, shares the 411 on his team following last night's win in Toronto. Later on, Sportsnet's Mark Spector (48:28) looks into the Oilers' recent struggles and touches on the play between the pipes, the response from the team's captain Connor McDavid, and the plan of attack to bounce back tonight.

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: Gauging Oilers & Leafs Concerns Nov 10, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on the weekend's NHL action with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet insider and host of 32 Thoughts. Friedge opens with some stories about Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton and Duncan Keith ahead of their Hockey Hall of Fame induction. The boys then gauge their concerns for the Oilers and Maple Leafs, and zero in on what's behind Toronto's back-to-back losses. They wrap up with thoughts on the Rangers' confounding home/road splits, before Futes reminds Elliotte of a prank early in his career.

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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Inside Induction Weekend with Mike Gartner Nov 07, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of The FAN Hockey Show with five stories to watch heading into the weekend on the "Futa Five"! Mike Gartner (15:55), Hockey Hall of Famer and Chair of the Selection Committee, stops by to chat about the 2025 class of inductees and takes us behind the scenes of Induction Weekend. Later on, Jonathan Davis (44:20) of Sirius XM NHL Radio and ViSN closes out the show by diagnosing the Los Angeles Kings' woes after dropping last night's gams against the Florida Panthers, before taking a look around at some other NHL action on the West Coast.

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: Olympic Roster Debates Nov 07, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's show reacting to Team Canada's freshly unveiled Olympic jerseys alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. After debating their favourite sweaters of all time, Friedge shares some of his most eye-catching stories from the early portion of the 2025-26 season. The boys also take time to discuss the Blues' much-needed win over the Sabres, Jordan Kyrou's future in St. Louis following his healthy scratch last night, Cutter Gauthier's electric start to the season, and if he has done enough to receive consideration for the United States Olympic team. The boys wrap up with thoughts on Canada's difficult roster decisions ahead of the 2026 Milan Winter Games, and the allure of a Maple Leafs vs. Bruins Saturday night matchup.

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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Anson Carter, Sam Cosentino & Hockey Hotline! Nov 06, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Anson Carter, former NHL forward and current TNT analyst. He chats about 19-year-old Macklin Celebrini's electric start to the season, Jordan Binnington's antics following Alex Ovechkin's 900th career goal, Matthew Schaefer's viral interview with his fellow panelist Henrik Lundqvist, more! Next up, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (17:50) checks in on the sustainability of the Maple Leafs' depth, the key pieces down the lineup that will need to step for this group, and more! Matt and Mike wrap up today's show responding to your "Hockey Hotline" calls and texts!

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: Binnington's Heist on Ovechkin's 900th Nov 06, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa today's show breaking down last night's NHL action alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They start on the St. Louis Blues' page after yesterday's 6-1 drubbing by the Capitals, featuring Jordan Binnington's slight of hand following Alex Ovechkin's 900th career goal. Later, the boys get into the Maple Leafs' 5-3 win over Utah, Auston Matthews' growth as a leader, and John Tavares' impact on and off the ice. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on the Flames' effort in Nazem Kadri's 1000th NHL game and Jonathan Huberdeau's role in Calgary, before touching on the Canucks' deflating loss to the Blackhawks.

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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Dropping the Gloves w/ Shane O'Brien + Canucks Check-In w/ Dan Murphy! Nov 05, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into today's episode with thoughts on the early front runners for goal scoring this season featuring 21-year-old Cutter Gauthier, before zooming out on the bright future for the Anaheim Ducks and the Flyers' shootout win in Montreal. Shane O'Brien (15:07), former NHLer and host of the Missin' Curfew podcast, stops by to chat about Arber Xhekaj's tilt against Nic Deslauriers, rookie Matthew Schaefer's dust-up with Nikita Zadorov, and Corey Perry's 1400th NHL game. O.B. also touches on Macklin Celebrini's case to crack Team Canada's Olympic roster, the Minnesota Wild's controversial overtime win, and his experience playing alongside fellow FAN Hockey Show guest, Jordin Tootoo. Later, Sportsnet's Dan Murphy (43:55) shares the latest on the Canucks' 7-7-0 start to the season. Murph chats about Vancouver's ability to stay afloat despite some injuries, some names the team could be interested in to bolster the roster, the new identity they have embraced this year, and the key pieces fueling the club.

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.

Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Controversy in Minnesota Nov 05, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts! They guys dive into the Minnesota Wild's controversial win in overtime and potential rule changes to come as a result. The guys also touch on Leon Draisaitl's early season form, the Oilers' frustrating start to the season, Peter DeBoer's tense coaching style in the playoffs, and the Dallas Stars getting the nod for the 2027 NHL Stadium Series. Who will be their opponent? Friedge wraps up with thoughts on Corey Perry and Nazem Kadri each reaching a milestone for games played in the NHL last night!

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.

Jordin Tootoo, Team Canada Choices & the Soaring Jets Nov 04, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode alongside Jordin Tootoo, former NHL player and author of Mind Over Matter: Hard-Won Battles on the Road to Hope. Jordin opens up about his journey as a professional hockey player battling addiction, what it was like growing up in Inuit aboriginal community, and his work to help others fighting similar battles. Later, Matt and Mike (38:10) sift through last night's NHL action including the Oilers' collapse against the Blues and the Canucks' overtime win in Nashville. Sportsnet's Anna Dua (49:55) joins the boys in-studio to debate the three players on the bubble for Team Canada's 2026 Olympic roster, before looking back on the Maple Leafs' comeback victory over the Penguins last night. Finally, Sportsnet's Ken Wiebe (01:21:32) wraps up today's show with thoughts on what's behind the Winnipeg Jets' 9-3-0 start and how they can maintain that form throughout the 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.

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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