The Wraparound

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Jim Parsons discussed in this episode: 0:00: Making sense of an unbelievable season for the Buffalo Sabres 5:46: Previewing the first-round matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Philadelphia Flyers 9:20: Do the Carolina Hurricanes have the most pressure in the Eastern Conference? 12:40: What are the Columbus Blue Jackets missing that could make them playoff-ready? 16:11: Where did things go wrong for the Detroit Red Wings this season? 19:55: Can the Anaheim Ducks be true contenders in the Western Conference this season? 24:05: Reflecting on Brock Nelson's career after reaching 1,000 games played 27:50: Will Isaac Howard be a part of the Edmonton Oilers' playoff roster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discussed in this episode: 0:00: Reflecting on Ron Francis' tenure with the Seattle Kraken 5:14: Previewing the first-round matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild 11:16: Does Michael Hage have a long-term future with the Montreal Canadiens? 15:38: Reacting to Evan Bouchard's 90-point milestone with the Edmonton Oilers 19:47: Breaking down Alexander Ovechkin's recent comments on his hockey future 23:38: Should the Toronto Maple Leafs consider moving on from Anthony Stolarz? 28:35: Which Chicago Blackhawks prospect could make the biggest impact next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Adam Kierszenblat discussed in this episode: 0:00: Reacting to the New Jersey Devils' firing of GM Tom Fitzgerald 5:20: Breaking down the candidates for the GM position with the Nashville Predators 9:44: How will the Edmonton Oilers adapt to potentially playing playoff hockey without Leon Draisaitl? 13:14: Making sense of the Vancouver Canucks' struggles at home 17:21: Will Nikita Kucherov be remembered as the best player in Tampa Bay Lightning history? 21:21: Which rookie goaltender from this season has the brightest future? 24:27: Has John Tavares proved that he can still be a second-line center for the Toronto Maple Leafs? 27:44: Which trade deadline acquisition has proved to be the most valuable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wraparound has more rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics in the homestretch of the season. Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Kelsey Surmacz discussed: 1:10: Nathan MacKinnon becomes the first player to reach 50 goals this season 5:30: How has this season's production from Steven Stamkos changed your opinion on him? 10:20: Has Nikolaj Ehlers lived up to expectations in Carolina? 11:50: Can Ehlers impact Carolina's playoff ceiling? 14:30: Does Charlie McAvoy have the skill to break through and be a Norris Trophy candidate? 18:50: Is Pavel Zacha a long-term option for the Boston Bruins? 22:00: What are your thoughts on the timing of Erik Karlsson's scoring surge? 26:10: What are the chances of the Penguins making a deep playoff run? 28:10: Will David Jiricek be able to find any consistency in Philadelphia? 32:10: Thoughts on the huge matchup on Monday between Buffalo and Tampa? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to cover more rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics in this latest episode of The Wraparound. Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode: 0:00: Breaking down the Toronto Maple Leafs' decision to fire Brad Treliving 5:55: Reacting to Jim Nill's two-year extension with the Dallas Stars 9:25: How will the Anaheim Ducks potentially look in the playoffs without Cutter Gauthier? 12:45: How much of a playoff threat are the Colorado Avalanche if Cale Makar misses significant time? 17:23: Is Macklin Celebrini having one of the most impressive seasons from a player in modern NHL history? 21:23: Will Patrik Allvin be a part of the Vancouver Canucks’ rebuild? 25:00: With the emergence of Jakub Dobes and Jacob Fowler, what does Sam Montembeault's future look like with the Montreal Canadiens? 29:00: Which coaches could be replaced this summer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discussed in this episode: 0:00: What's been the biggest problem for the Vegas Golden Knights this season? 4:41: Is the Detroit Red Wings' defense corps good enough to compete? 7:45: Breaking down the Utah Mammoth's best and worst playoff traits 10:55: What has led to the Philadelphia Flyers' downfall this season? 14:53: Will Easton Cowan be a pivotal part of the Toronto Maple Leafs' future? 20:40: What will Drake Batherson potentially earn on his next contract with the Ottawa Senators? 24:43: Predicting the Hobey Baker finalists from this NCAA hockey season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Jim Parsons discussed in this episode: 0:00: Will Mika Zibanejad be a part of the New York Rangers' long-term plan? 4:48: Reflecting on Paul Maurice's legacy as a coach 8:18: Breaking down Lindy Ruff's potential as a Jack Adams candidate 13:10: Could Cole Caufield end up winning the Rocket Richard Trophy this season? 16:43: Is there tension between the Edmonton Oilers players and their coaching staff? 21:12: Will James Hagens make the jump to the NHL with the Boston Bruins next season? 25:15: Will Wyatt Johnston become a 100-point player with the Dallas Stars? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Kelsey Surmacz discussed in this episode: 0:00: How strong is the New York Islanders' future? 4:57: Breaking down Rick Bowness' impact with the Columbus Blue Jackets 9:05: Could Rasmus Andersson still hit free agency this summer? 13:21: Will the Nashville Predators be getting younger next season? 19:50: Reflecting on Brent Burns' evolution as a defenseman 23:40: Which Canadian team has the best shot of making a deep playoff run? 28:15: Can Crosby and Malkin put together one last magical playoff run? 33:05: Reacting to Gary Bettman's comments on the NHL's playoff format Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Adam Kierszenblat discussed in this episode: 0:00: Will Anze Kopitar go down as the best Los Angeles Kings player of all-time? 3:53: Can Alexis Lafreniere realize his full potential with Artemi Panarin gone? 7:15: Who should Hockey Canada consider for their next GM after Doug Armstrong? 11:00: Will Jimmy Snuggerud be a pivotal piece in the St. Louis Blues' rebuild? 14:20: What changes will the Ottawa Senators make if they miss the playoffs? 18:25: What to make of Anthony Mantha's career-best season with the Pittsburgh Penguins 22:18: Could Mason McTavish be falling out of favor with the Anaheim Ducks? 26:05: What rebuilding team could use Landon DuPont the most at the 2027 NHL draft? 29:47: Will Leon Draisaitl's injury cause the Edmonton Oilers to miss the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wraparound is here to discuss more NHL and hockey topics in rapid-fire segments. Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode: 0:00: Breaking down Nick Schmaltz's extension with the Utah Mammoth 3:19: Will Jacob Fowler be a part of the Montreal Canadiens' playoff run? 5:40: Should Nikita Kucherov be favored over Nathan MacKinnon for the Hart Trophy? 8:03: Will Evan Bouchard reach 100 points this year? 10:52: What will Cutter Gauthier's next contract look like? 13:50: Should the Vancouver Canucks keep Brock Boeser throughout their rebuild? 17:22: Which Buffalo Sabres player has had the most surprising offensive season? 19:58: Making sense of the NHL's modified penalty for the Ottawa Senators Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discussed in this episode: 0:00: Which recently traded player will have the biggest impact on their new team? 4:02: Can the Ottawa Senators remain in the playoff race without Jake Sanderson? 7:30: Would the Toronto Maple Leafs consider moving Matthew Knies? 12:25: Could Brayden Schenn be what the New York Islanders needed to push for the playoffs? 15:13: Breaking down the Edmonton Oilers' reported conflict with Tristan Jarry 20:00: Will the Florida Panthers return to dominance next season? 23:55: Do the Winnipeg Jets have what it takes to sneak into the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wraparound is here to discuss NHL and hockey topics in rapid-fire segments one day before the trade deadline.Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Kelsey Surmacz discussed in this episode: 0:00: Breaking down Kiefer Sherwood's five-year contract extension with the San Jose Sharks 4:02: Where does the Dallas Stars' defensive corps rank after acquiring Tyler Myers? 6:30: Did the Edmonton Oilers spend too much to acquire Jason Dickinson? 10:40: What should the Buffalo Sabres do now that Colton Parayko has enforced his no-trade clause? 15:10: What to make of the Calgary Flames' return for MacKenzie Weegar 18:18: Could the Florida Panthers move on from Sergei Bobrovsky at the trade deadline? 22:21: Did the Toronto Maple Leafs get a strong return for Nic Roy? 26:29: Looking at the Colorado Avalanche's decision to acquire Nick Blankenburg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Adam Kierszenblat discussed in this episode: 0:00: Assessing the Edmonton Oilers' acquisition of Connor Murphy 4:59: What is Matthew Schaefer's ceiling as an offensive defenseman? 8:20: Which teams make the most sense as a landing spot for Vincent Trocheck? 11:44: What areas should the Buffalo Sabres look to improve at the trade deadline? 16:04: Could GMs around the NHL be cautious about trading for rental players? 21:28: How can the Vancouver Canucks maximize their returns at the upcoming trade deadline? 26:29: Breaking down the Penticton Vees' historic inaugural season in the WHL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wraparound is here to discuss a bunch of NHL and hockey topics in rapid-fire segments. Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Jim Parsons discussed in this episode: 0:00: Breaking down potential landing spots for Tyler Myers 4:15: What changes, if any, should the Tampa Bay Lightning make at the trade deadline? 7:47: Making sense of Keith Pelley's statement on the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs 13:27: Who needs to step up the most for the Pittsburgh Penguins in Sidney Crosby's absence? 17:55: Can Juuse Saros build on his Olympic performance and keep the Nashville Predators in the playoff race? 23:08: Will the Oilers' defensive struggles impact their approach at the trade deadline? 28:32: Reflecting on Joel Quenneville's impact with the Anaheim Ducks after reaching 1,000 career wins as a coach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wraparound returns from the NHL's Olympic break, and we have a new slate of rapid-fire hockey topics to discuss. Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discussed in this episode:  0:00: Projecting roster changes for Team Canada and Team USA for the 2028 World Cup of Hockey 3:25: Reflecting on breakout Olympic performances from European players 5:48: Could Slovakia become one of the top hockey nations? 8:53: Was coaching the downfall for Sweden at the Olympics? 12:45: Has Gavin McKenna cemented his status as the No. 1 pick in the draft? 17:18: Breaking down the biggest storylines for the final stretch of the NHL's regular season 21:10: What to make of the Colorado Avalanche and Pittsburgh Penguins trade involving Sam Girard and Brett Kulak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Jim Parsons discussed:  1:00: The New York Rangers traded Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for prospect Liam Greentree along with conditional third- and fourth-round picks. Thoughts about this acquisition and Panarin's fit on the team?  5:48: The St. Louis Blues traded Nick Bjugstad to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a conditional fourth-round pick and forward prospect Thomas Bordeleau. What do you think of this trade for both sides? 8:48: The NHL has nearly reached the Olympic break. What teams do you think will benefit the most from having two weeks off to reset and recharge for a big final push to the season? 13:50: With 17 points in 16 games in January, Jake Sanderson put together the second-best offensive month by a Senators defenseman in franchise history. Is Sanderson the most valuable player to the Senators right now? 16:03: St. Louis Blues forward Robert Thomas had a minor leg procedure and is expected to be out through the Olympic break as his name continues in trade rumors. What do you think a reasonable asking price is for Robert Thomas, and do you think he'll be traded? 19:56: The Chicago Blackhawks have a ton of pending UFAs that they could end up using as trade bait for this year's deadline. Who do you see moving out for the Blackhawks at this deadline? 22:32: Nothing has gone right for the Winnipeg Jets this season, and they've now lost 18 of their last 25 games. What do you think was the biggest reason the Jets weren't able to replicate the same success this year? 26:10: The NHL makes its return to the Olympics for the first time in 12 years. Who is one player that you think lost their best chance to suit up for the Olympics in 2018 and 2022? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Adam Kierszenblat discussed: 1:00: Do you think Quinn Hughes could end up earning just as much as Kirill Kaprizov if he sticks with the Minnesota Wild? 5:19: Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli will not play at the Olympics and is replaced by Sam Bennett. Thoughts on this? 8:50: Do you think the Flames have handled Zayne Parekh's development well so far, considering their decision not to send him back to junior hockey and the fact that he can't play in the AHL full-time yet? 13:06: What do you make of Fraser Minten's performance this season, and does he have the chance to become a top-line center for the Boston Bruins at some point in his career? 16:45: Patrik Laine hasn't played for the Montreal Canadiens since October. Could he potentially be traded this year? If so, what teams would make sense? 20:33: What are some out-of-the-box ideas for outdoor game locations? 24:51: The Florida Panthers are now at the bottom of the Atlantic Division standings. How will they handle this trade deadline? 28:13: A few Vancouver Canucks prospects that have stood out as of late are defenseman Tom Willander and forward Jonathan Lekkerimaki. Should they be getting more ice time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discussed in this episode: 1:30: Is it fair for Artemi Panarin to get held out of the New York Rangers' lineup until the Olympic break? 5:35: Will the Calgary Flames' Blake Coleman be a hot commodity at the NHL trade deadline? 9:50: What are the Winnipeg Jets' best potential trade pieces? 13:00: Will Rasmus Dahlin win the Norris Trophy at some point in his career? 17:00: Will Gavin McKenna silence his doubters through the back half of the NCAA season? 22:30: Will the Boston Bruins try to add to the roster, and if so, where? 28:15: Is the Detroit Red Wings' defense strong enough to make a playoff run? 32:00: Is there anybody on the Toronto Maple Leafs who could fetch a first-round pick? 36:50: Will Sunday's NHL Stadium Series in Tampa be more interesting than other outdoor games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Kelsey Surmacz discussed: 0:00: Breaking down Evan Bouchard's historic offensive performance against the Washington Capitals 4:28: Could the Minnesota Wild be exploring trades for Jesper Wallstedt? 9:15: Will Mark Stone put together a 100-point season with the Vegas Golden Knights? 13:00: Will Patrick Roy's comments about Mathew Barzal have a larger impact on the New York Islanders' season? 16:30: Does Zach Werenski deserve to be the Norris Trophy favorite? 19:55: Projecting Evgeni Malkin's offensive ceiling for the rest of his career 24:27: Do the Utah Mammoth have strong enough goaltending to be playoff-ready? 29:10: Can Cole Caufield become a generational goal-scorer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Andre Leal discussed:  0:58: Josh Doan signed a seven-year, $48.65-million contract with the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday. Thoughts on this extension? 5:28: Seth Jones will not play for Team USA in the Olympics and will be replaced on the team by Anaheim Ducks defenseman Jackson LaCombe. Is this the replacement you would have chosen? 8:50: Canadiens lead the NHL with five 40-point scorers. While they seem to have some great offense, is it enough to get them past the first round of the playoffs?  13:00: Luke Hughes was placed on LTIR by the Devils. Do you think the loss of Hughes will impact the Devils' decision to move on from Dougie Hamilton? 16:11: With the Kraken having some solid center depth in Chandler Stephenson and Matty Beniers ahead of him, does it make sense for the Kraken to move on from Wright at this point? 19:56: Rasmus Andersson and Kiefer Sherwood were traded earlier this week. Who are some other players or players that will be dealt before the NHL trade deadline? 23:56: Jason and Nick Robertson changed agents this week; both brothers are set to become RFAs this summer. Do you think this move signals any changes coming for either brother after this season? 28:45: Since Dec. 11, nobody has scored more goals than Zach Hyman. How important will Hyman be to the Oilers' post-season success this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices