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Join Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke of @nhldotcom for in-depth analysis on the biggest news in the NHL and insightful conversations with hockey scribes, broadcasters, players, coaches, and front office personnel, providing fans with an informative, fun and unique listening experience.
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Dan and Shawn are joined by Tom Gulitti (16:58), NHL.com senior writer covering the Washington Capitals, to discuss Alex Ovechkin’s future after Capitals star announced that a decision on his playing future will be made in the summer. The duo opens the show with discussion about the surprising news out of Long Island, as the Islanders fired Patrick Roy with four games remaining in the season and hired Pete DeBoer in hopes of ending a recent skid and securing a playoff spot. The guys continue with discussion about New Jersey’s decision to part ways with general manager Tom Fitzgerald and what the future may hold for the Devils and wrap the show with thoughts on the playoff chase in the Western Conference.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Hall of Fame defenseman Chris Pronger (20:08) to discuss Toronto’s next move after the recent firing of general manager Brad Treliving, the playoff prospects for a few of Pronger’s former teams, and his new book “Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey’s Fiercest Competitors” which will be released on April 14. The duo opens the show with reaction to the changes in Toronto and what it means for the future of Auston Matthews, and the decision by the Vegas Golden Knights to dismiss Bruce Cassidy and hire John Tortorella midseason. After the interview, the guys discuss the playoff races in both conferences and touch on Alexander Ovechkin’s sustained success as the Washington Capitals star recently recorded the 20th 30-goal season of his illustrious career.
Dan and Shawn are joined by former Sabre and current broadcaster Rob Ray (12:07) to talk about the reasons why the Sabres have sustained their success this season and are in first place in the Atlantic Division, almost guaranteeing at this point that they will reach the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in 15 years. He touched on leadership and coaching, on the play of defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, the character in the room, goalie Alex Lyon having 20 wins and the impact forwards Ryan McLeod and Josh Doan have made since they arrived in Buffalo. NHL.com staff writer Derek Van Diest also joined the episode to talk about the Oilers (32:25). Van Diest specifically addressed Connor McDavid’s recent comments on the Pacific Division race (he called it a “pillow fight”) and if there is a frayed relationship between Edmonton’s captain and coach Kris Knoblauch. In addition, the guys dove into the playoff races in both conferences, offering their thoughts on the rise of the Nashville Predators, Columbus Blue Jackets and Ottawa Senators. The episode ends with a special tribute to and remembrance of Jessi Pierce.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager Don Waddell (23:30) to talk about hiring Rick Bowness, the Blue Jackets rise under the coach, why he acquired forward Conor Garland before the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, and some thoughts on the items being discussed at the NHL General Managers’ meetings. In addition, the guys breakdown the playoff races in both conferences, detail the impact of Leon Draisaitl’s lower-body injury that will keep him out of the Edmonton Oilers lineup for the remainder of the regular season, discuss some of the storylines coming out of the NHL General Managers’ meetings and go over Matthew Schaefer’s successful first game in Toronto in front of a large gathering of friends and family.
Dan and Shawn are joined by former NHL coach Dan Bylsma to talk about the Avalanche adding Kadri, the Hart Trophy race and the process of integrating and welcoming new players to a team. Plus, he looks at the likely first round matchup between the Minnesota Wild and the Dallas and the unique challenge of finishing out a season while keeping your on the playoffs. The guys started the episode talking about the Sabres ceiling and the Islanders spunk. They wrap up with a look at the Trophy Tracker, including the very tight Hart race and why Jon Cooper should be the Jack Adams winner.
Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL Network's E.J. Hradek (8:05) to talk about the looming Trade Deadline and what may be coming down the pipe for the Oilers, Blues, Panthers, Hurricanes, Wild, Golden Knights and Rangers. They dissect potential deals and take a deep dive into the trade market. The guys start he episode with a look at the Toronto Maple Leafs and Buffalo Sabres and how each team should approach the Deadline. They wrap up with a look and debate about the top of their power rankings and analyze the odd timing around the Kings making a coaching change.
Back from Milan, Dan and Shawn digest the Olympic tournament and the impact of it, including taking a look at the legacies of Connor Hellebuyck, Jack Hughes and Auston Matthews, and how they’re forever changed by what they did with Team USA.They discuss the lasting impact of Team USA winning gold and Hughes’ golden goal.The also talk about why Team Canada couldn’t get the extra goal in the gold medal game. They also move on to the NHL season restarting Wednesday with Stanley Cup Playoff races heating up and the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline coming into focus.... Some topics discussed and debated:* Will the New Jersey Devils and Winnipeg Jets be able to climb the standings with players like Jack Hughes and goalie Jacob Markstrom for New Jersey, and Hellebuyck for the Jets coming back with confidence?* Is it realistic given the injuries and number of players coming back from the Olympics for the Florida Panthers to get on a run to make the playoffs?* Are the Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres going to end long playoff droughts? And does the hockey world now fully understand the value of Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin and Sabres forward Tage Thompson based on their performances at the Olympics for Team USA?* What is the impact of Sidney Crosby’s injury on the Penguins?
From Milan, Dan and Shawn react to the thrilling quarterfinal day at the Olympic men’s ice hockey tournament, including overtime wins by Team USA and Team Canada to keep their gold medal hopes alive. The duo also reacts to Sidney Crosby’s injury and debate how the Canadians move forward if their captain is unavailable. Dan and Shawn wrap the show with predictions for Friday’s semifinal games, featuring Finland versus Canada and Team USA versus Slovakia.
Dan and Shawn are in Milan and preview the upcoming men’s ice hockey tournament at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics. The duo discusses why they both believe Team USA will claim its first Olympic gold medal in men’s ice hockey since 1980, why Team Canada remains a gold medal contender, and sleeper teams that could claim a spot on the Olympic podium.
Dan and Shawn are joined by former NHLer and current Predators analyst Hal Gill (15:58) to talk about Barry Trotz shockingly retiring as the Predators GM, the direction of the team and their recent positive performance that's put them into the playoff picture. In addition to chatting with Gill, the guys talk about the red-hot Tampa Bay Lightning, the difference in the Blue Jackets since Rick Bowness took over as coach, the struggling New Jersey Devils and a quick look at the Olympics, specifically why Czechia and Switzerland might be able to medal in Milan.
Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL.com's Tom Gulitti (14:55) to talk about Panarin as a fit for the Capitals, Alex Ovechkin's future and the Hart Trophy race and where Macklin Celebrini fits into it. Before the interview with Gulitti, the guys talked about the Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins and also broke down how they feel the Nashville Predators and Anaheim Ducks should be approaching the Trade Deadline.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Blackhawks and TNT TV analyst Darren Pang (16:53) to talk about Jonathan Toews' return to United Center and what seeing that and being a part of it was like and will do for Connor Bedard, Chicago's 20-year-old center and the new face of the franchise. He also chimed in on the goalie fight between Bobrovsky and Nedeljkovic, the Vezina chances for Brandon Bussi and the state of the Florida Panthers. The guys opened the episode with their thoughts on the Sherwood and Andersson trades and the direction of the New York Rangers. They wrapped up with a conversation on Linus Ullmark, John Gibson, the Detroit Red Wings cap space and Olympic injury replacements.
Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL.com's Nick Cotsonika (13:05) to talk about the Detroit Red Wings, Sergei Fedorov's legacy in Detroit, the coaching change in Columbus and Mitch Marner taking on Toronto later this week. Other topics covered in the episode include the Tampa Bay Lightning's 11-game winning streak and the impact of defenseman Darren Raddysh on the team, Connor McDavid's 20-game point streak and why both Rosen and Roarke are looking for more from the Edmonton Oilers, and an early look at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Zach Benson of the Buffalo Sabres (21:09) to talk about the team's recent hot streak, the atmosphere in Buffalo, his growth as a player and his family's carnival business. The guys start the episode talking about the Avalanche and Lightning...a potential Stanley Cup Final Preview? They also dive deep on what's going on with the New Jersey Devils and look at the Buffalo Sabres' chances of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They wrap up with a look at the Team USA Olympic roster and answer a mailbag question on whether or not Adam Fox could be traded out of NY.
Dan and Shawn react to the announcement of Team Canada’s roster for the upcoming Winter Olympics, including the decision to add Tom Wilson, Nick Suzuki, and Macklin Celebrini, but leave Sam Bennett, Connor Bedard, and Matthew Schaefer off of the roster. The guys also debate what role the IIHF World Championships play in the selection process. The duo then previews Friday’s Winter Classic in Miami between the New York Rangers and Florida Panthers and how this year’s fan experience will differ from previous years. Dan and Shawn conclude the show by discussing Buffalo’s nine-game winning streak, and debate whether the Sabres have turned a corner and are truly a playoff contender.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Boston-based NHL.com writer Amalie Benjamin (11:35) to discuss Boston’s recent slump, Morgan Geekie’s ascendance and chances of making Team Canada’s Olympic roster, and her impressions of the Canadiens since Phillip Danault’s return after watching the Habs down the Bruins, 6-2, on Tuesday night. The guys open the show with a breakdown of Connor McDavid’s 10-game point streak, Florida’s recent surge as the two-time defending Cup champions prepare for the Winter Classic in Miami, and Brad Treliving’s vote of confidence for Craig Berube in Toronto. Dan and Shawn wrap the show with discussion about the Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, Nashville Predators, and Gavin McKenna’s upcoming appearance at the IIHF World Junior Championship in Minnesota.
Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL Network's EJ Hradek (14:33) to discuss the two big trades made last week with Quinn Hughes heading to Minnesota and the goalie swap between Edmonton and Pittsburgh. Does Hughes heading to Minnesota shift the balance of power in the Central Division and what are the chances of him re-signing with the Wild? Plus, a look at the GM change in Buffalo and a discussion on what may be the next move for the Sabres... a coaching change? a roster shakeup? The guys also play a little "In or Out" in regards to the Olympic rosters. Bedard, Celebrini, Geekie, DeBrincat, Pettersson and Wallstead are all up for debate.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Bill Guerin (12:38) to talk about the Olympics, how Team USA's roster is shaping up, the impact of the rink dimensions and his Olympic experience. He also chats about how the Minnesota Wild rebounded from a miserable start to the season and the emergence of his goalie tandem. The guys start the episode talking about the League's two best teams, the Avalanche and the Stars and also dissect the Washington Capitals, while looking at Logan Thompson and Team Canada's goalie situation. They wrap up with an update from the Board of Governors meeting, analyze the Quinn Hughes trade rumors and have discussion on the Chicago Blackhawks and the decisions Kyle Davidson will have to make with the roster.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Dean Evason (13:23) to talk about the Blue Jacket's early season success, the parody of the NHL, the tight Eastern Conference standings, Jet Greaves' emergence in the crease and how Zach Werenski stacks up with other top defensemen in the NHL. The guys start the episode dissecting the stellar play of the Avalanche, Stars and Wild in the Central Division and analyzing Jordan Binnington's poor start and diving into his feisty encounter with Blues coach Jim Montgomery. They wrap the episode opening up the mailbag and diving into what the Canucks will do with Quinn Hughes and what teams might be a good fit to acquire him. Plus, thoughts on the Florida Panthers and goalie situation in Edmonton.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Islanders GM Mathieu Darche (19:50) to talk about Matthew Schaefer's development, Bo Horvat's start and Patrick Roy's coaching style. The guys also get into Barry Trotz calling out the Predators, rookie goalies making an impact, the Minnesota Wild's hot streak and update the Trophy Tracker ahead of American Thanksgiving.
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24CH has done this for years 🤷🏻♂️ all or nothing is nothing because leafs will fail in round 1