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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: York & Torts Clash Mar 28, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show reflecting on a rough night for many Canadian NHL teams alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They start with the Flames' effort in a 5-2 loss to the Stars, Connor Zary's injury, and the latest debate of goaltender interference featuring Calgary's Joel Farabee. Friedge discusses the Canadiens' loss in the midst of their playoff push, Cam York's altercation with former coach John Tortorella that led to his benching on Thursday, and the outlook for the Flyers for the rest of the year. The trio wrap up with thoughts on Sidney Crosby's consistency through his age 37 season and what's ahead for him this summer, before getting into Brad Marchand's debut with the Panthers.

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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Oilers Questions & Clutch Kadri w/ Jason Bukala Mar 27, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into this episode of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Jason Bukala, Sportsnet analyst and former NHL executive, in-studio! Bukes clears up his beef with Leafs Nation, before diving into the NHL's rising salary cap, the Oilers' lack of response after collisions with both of their netminders, and how the playoff race is shaping up in the Western Conference. Later, the trio chat about Nazem Kadri's form down the stretch, the job Ryan Huska has done behind the Flames' bench, what's next for top prospect Gavin McKenna, and Connor Bedard's sophomore season in Chicago. Mike and Jason wrap up with some stories from their time in the NHL, before responding to your questions and comments in the FHS mailbag!

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: Philly Fires John Tortorella Mar 27, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing John Tortorella's dismissal from the Flyers' bench. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins the conversation to share his view on the situation in Philly, Tortorella's comments following his team's 7-2 loss to the Maple Leafs, and who might be in line to take the job. Mike shares some stories from the NHL draft floor, before Friedge weighs in on Vancouver's 5-2 win over the Isles to keep pace in the Western Conference playoff hunt. The guys wrap up with thoughts on Mikko Rantanen's collision with Stuart Skinner in the Oilers' 4-3 loss to Dallas, along with how Edmonton's roster is shaping up 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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Oilers’ Playoff Vibes w/ Ryan Whitney & Louie DeBrusk + Willy’s Season w/ Anna Dua Mar 26, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa chat with Louie DeBrusk about the Oilers’ playoff outlook, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' potential without McDavid and Draisaitl, and a possible rematch with the Kings. Ryan Whitney (26:48) from Spittin' Chiclets discusses the Predators' struggles, the Oilers’ playoff push, and a possible Leafs vs. Senators matchup, plus Ovechkin’s goal chase and Marchand’s Panthers debut. Anna Dua (50:27) joins to debate Tavares vs. Knies’ seasons, Knies’ long-term future with the Leafs, and Nylander’s third straight 40-goal season. The show wraps with a round-up of NHL news (1:32:46).

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 affiliate.

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Blues and Canucks Fighting for the Playoffs with Cam Janssen & Dale Murphy Mar 25, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with former NHL forward Cam Janssen, who discusses his favourite memories from his playing days, the state of the St. Louis Blues, what drives their success, and Jordan Kyrou's outstanding season. Dale Murphy (18:48), Sportsnet Reporter for the Vancouver Canucks, then joins the show to discuss the team's fight for a playoff position, managing Thatcher Demko, Jack Hughes' stellar season, and whether the Blues' playoff appearance impacts their season. Finally, they close the show with a recap of last night's scheduled games (44:22).

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 affiliate.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Patrick Roy Doesn’t Hold Back + Chychrun’s Extension Mar 25, 2025

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Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa of 32 Thoughts to discuss Patrick Roy's post-game comments on a controversial Montreal Canadiens goal, why the goal should have been called off, and a recap of last night's game between the Vancouver Canucks and the New Jersey Devils. Next, the boys discuss Jakob Chychrun's contract extension with the Washington Capitals, its significance, and the team's future. Finally, they provide a preview of tonight's game between the Winnipeg Jets and the Capitals.

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 affiliate.

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Stories From the Broadcast Booth & Behind the Bench w/ Sam Rosen & Rick Bowness Mar 24, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into this episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on the biggest stories from the weekend on 'The Futa Five'! Sam Rosen (15:46), legendary play-by-play voice of the Rangers, checks in from New York to chat about his journey as a broadcaster, memorable moments throughout his career, and his signature style of calling games, before sharing his view on the state of Blueshirts as the playoff push ramps up. Later on, Rick Bowness (42:10), former NHL head coach, joins the guys to chat about the challenge of getting a team ready for the postseason and warning signs to watch for down the stretch. Rick also checks in on the Oilers' secondary scoring, his connection with Chris Tanev, and the near-fight between Jeremy Swayman and Darcy Kuemper on Sunday 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.

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Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Montreal's Road to the Playoffs Mar 24, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off a new week of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on Sunday's near-fight between netminders Jeremy Swayman and Darcy Kuemper alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They dive into the palpable energy at the Bell Centre this weekend, Christian Dvorak's redemption story in Montreal, and the path for the Canadiens to reach the postseason. Friedge also looks into the variety of colourful postgame comments from coaches around the league, as well as the biggest surprises and standouts from the players moved ahead of the trade deadline. The trio wrap up with thoughts on the Canucks' situation in goal, Tomáš Hertl's injury, and Calgary's form as the season winds down.

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 Jason Bukala Hour + The Futa Five! Mar 21, 2025

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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: McDavid Sidelined + Gallagher's Touching Moment Mar 21, 2025

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show with a look back on last night's NHL action alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman! They start with thoughts on Connor McDavid's lower-body injury sustained against the Jets and the Maple Leafs' 4-3 victory over the Rangers. Friedge dives deeper into Matthew Knies' strong play of late and how it will impact his contract talks this summer, John Tavares defying father time, and Bobby McMann's efforts in the bottom-six. The trio wrap up discussing Brendan Gallagher's emotional moment after losing his mother to a battle with brain cancer and a fan's touching gesture to gift Gallagher's Hockey Fights Cancer jersey back to him, before zooming out to review the NHL's replay system.

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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