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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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Early Surprises & Disappointments with Jason Bukala Oct 17, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of the program with another edition of the "Futa Five" heading into the weekend. Jason Bukala (13:00), founder of Pro Hockey Group and Sportsnet analyst, joins the boys in studio to share his first impressions of Matthew Schaefer on Long Island and some memories from draft classes past. The trio also chat about how long it takes for a team to determine if they can compete, before getting into the most surprising and disappointing teams and players from the first week in the NHL!

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: Nylander + Matthews = Magic Oct 17, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They dive into Cole Caufield's case to crack the United States' Olympic roster, before breaking down the Maple Leafs' overtime victory in New York! Friedge weighs in on the Leafs' identity questions, why William Nylander makes sense beside Auston Matthews on the top line, and Anthony Stolarz' masterclass, even without a mask. The boys wrap up with thoughts on Alex Tuch pausing extension talks in Buffalo, Bo Horvat's hat trick in Edmonton, and the state of the Blues' blueline.

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: Hart to VGK, Olympic Rink Risks & Bedard's Development Oct 16, 2025

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Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa live from New York! He discusses the Las Vegas Golden Knights' announcement that goaltender Carter Hart will join the organization, the state of Milan's Olympic rink ahead of the 2026 Winter Games, and the Sabres' barnburner against the Senators last night. Friedge also weighs in how Connor Bedard has started his third season in Chicago, the Blackhawks outlook in 2025-26, and what's next for Rangers prospect Brennan Othmann.

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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Fueling the Flames with Ryan Huska + Justin Williams! Oct 16, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show with thoughts on last night's four-game slate in the NHL. Thursday also marks "Hockey Hotline" day on the program, so the boys open the phonelines to respond to your calls and texts! Later, three-time Stanley Cup champion and Hurricanes Special Advisor, Justin Williams (33:27) joins the boys to debate who's on the Los Angeles Kings Mount Rushmore. Justin also touches on what factors into a player's contract decision, how quickly a team knows whether they have it or don't, and the steps Carolina has made towards Lord Stanley's Cup. Finally, Calgary Flames Head Coach Ryan Huska (48:52) stops by to discuss his team's slow start to the season, motivating his players, Jonathan Huberdeau's timeline to return, Zayne Parekh's development plan, the tandem in goal, and Ryan Lomberg's positive impact in the locker room.

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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First Impressions in Toronto + Dueling Goalie Whisperers Oct 15, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode of The FAN Hockey Show with a look around league with four games on the schedule tonight. Sportsnet's Anna Dua (15:25) checks in on the Maple Leafs following last night's 7-4 victory to discuss Matthew Knies' playmaking, first impressions of Easton Cowan, the discourse surrounding William Nylander, and Dakota Joshua's role down the lineup. Later, Kevin Woodley (50:51) of InGoal Magazine offers his thoughts on five-hole goals trending up, Yaroslav Askarov's play, staying composed during a shootout, and what to make of Stuart Skinner's game.

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: Board of Governors Meeting Agenda Oct 15, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' 7-4 victory over the Predators, before being joined by Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. He checks in the major talking points from the NHL Board of Governors meeting including international hockey, league expansion, and the salary cap. Friedge also discusses the eligibility for players on Canada's 2018 World Junior Championship roster that were involved in the investigation to return to the NHL. Later, the trio share their thoughts on tonight's Senators-Sabres clash, the panic levels in Buffalo, the road-warrior Rangers, and Chris Kreider's instant impact in Anaheim.

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 Climb Continues for the Canadiens & Kraken Oct 14, 2025

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Stu Cowan of the Montreal Gazette joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa on the heels of Lane Hutson's extension with the Canadiens. He weighs in on the ripple effects of the deal, Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton's subsequent extensions, the upward trajectory of this group, and more! John Forslund (18:45), play-by-play voice of the Seattle Kraken, discusses the Squids' undefeated start to the 2025-26 season. He dives into the key pieces fueling this team, Lane Lambert's impact behind the bench, and their playoff outlook early on. Matt and Mike wrap up this episode with a new edition of the "Futa Five"!

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: Hutson's Here to Stay Oct 14, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this week alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, live from the streets of New York. Friedge shares some insight into how Lane Hutson's eight-year, $70.8 million extension with the Canadiens came to fruition, before breaking down the Blackhawks' first win of the season and the Senators' lacklustre home opener. The guys also listen into the noise surrounding a potential extension for Adrian Kempe in Los Angeles, the outcry in Buffalo as the Sabres continue to search for their first win, and the celebrations after Matthew Schaefer's first-career goal.

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: Casual Friday & Toews Returns Oct 10, 2025

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Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to share his take on the more casual pregame outfits worn by players this season. The boys also dive into Jonathan Toews' performance in his first NHL game in three years, the Sharks' deflating collapse in the dying minutes of the third period, and the string of extensions we've seen over the past couple weeks. Are Adrian Kempe and Alex Tuch next in line to get paid?

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.

Must-Watch NHL Teams + Kings & Ducks Check-In Oct 10, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's program alongside Anna Dua (06:14), Sportsnet NHL reporter and friend of the show! The trio share their choices for the most-watchable teams in the league and the top dogs in both conferences, before debating if Easton Cowan will draw into the Maple Leafs lineup this weekend. Next up, Dennis Bernstein (28:12), senior writer at The Fourth Period, discuss state of the Kings with thoughts on the forward group, defensive pairing, and outlook for the season! Later, Eric Stephens (49:45) of The Athletic checks in on the Anaheim Ducks after they started their season with a 3-1 loss last night. He discusses the team's playoff outlook in 2025-26, the positive additions over the offseason, what Joel Quenneville brings behind the bench, the strength of the roster's young core, and more! The boys wrap up this episode with the "Futa Five"!

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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