The Big Show

Here's what Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:38: Thoughts on the Canadian men's Olympic roster? 2:45: Was keeping Connor Bedard off the Olympic roster the right choice? 4:04: What player was the biggest surprise to make the Team Canada Olympic roster?  5:00: Was Anthony Cirelli a good choice for Team Canada?  6:11: How is Canada's defense looking?  9:40: Thoughts on Canada goaltender choices? World Juniors 11:27: How has Sweden played so far at the world juniors?  14:00: What have we seen so far out of Team USA?  16:00: Is Canada better than they were last year?  19:03: Is Czechia a serious threat going into the medal round?  20:59: Should Finland fans be concerned about placing third in Group B in the preliminary round?  22:45: Predictions for the Latvia and Sweden quarterfinal?  24:05: Predictions for the Switzerland and Czechia quarterfinal?  25:27: Predictions for the USA and Finland quarterfinal?  26:43: Predictions for the Canada and Slovakia quarterfinal?  29:00: Who will be relegated: Germany or Denmark? 29:58: How has Gavin McKenna performed so far?  33:20: Who has had the best performance so far at the world juniors?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Drew Shore discussed: 00:55: Most memorable moment of the year? 04:00: Most surprising moment of the year? 07:40: Biggest breakout player of the year? 11:30: Which player or team was the biggest disappointment? 16:30: Funniest moment of the year? 19:00: Play of the year? 22:20: Player of the year? 25:20: Team of the year? 29:50: If you could flip the result of one game, which game would it be? 31:25: One player to keep an eye on in 2026 34:00: Hottest take for 2026 37:00: Who wins the Stanley Cup in 2026? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis discussed: 0:58: What have we seen so far out of Team Canada at the world juniors?  6:18: Canadian captain Porter Martone apologized for unsportsmanlike behavior against Czechia. How important should it be for these players to show class and let their play do the talking? 10:12: Are Porter Martone's actions viewed differently because he's the captain?  11:23: What other teams or players have caught your eye so far at the world juniors? 13:48: The Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers combined for 136 penalty minutes on Saturday, second-most in the NHL this season. Has this become one of the best rivalries? 17:49: Does Tampa or Florida benefit from this rough style of hockey more?  20:45: New York Islanders forward Mat Barzal laid a big slash on Columbus Blue Jackets Mason Marchment after Marchment tried to take out Matthew Schaefer. Thoughts on this play?  24:48: Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark took a leave of absence for personal reasons. What do they need to do to have success in Ullmark's absence? 27:50: Olympics roster reveals are underway. Which country's roster are you least certain about before their reveal? 32:20: What percentage would you give it that Anthony Cirelli makes Team Canada? 33:33: What are you looking forward to more this week: Olympic roster reveals or the Winter Classic? 34:31: Yay or Nay: Tampa Bay signs J.J. Moser to an eight-year extension worth $54 million?  36:06: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. 37:45: What was your best Christmas surprise this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to break down the 2026 World Junior Championship in Minnesota. Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Tony Ferrari and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:46: Will this year be different for Team Canada after back-to-back early exits?  2:28: What do you think of Gavin McKenna after the beginning of the season?  4:35: If there is a level concern for the Canadians, where's it at?  7:31: What are you looking to see from the Americans this year?  10:49: Can we see the Swedes win a medal this year?  14:16: Could this be the year we see Czechia win a gold medal?  18:30: Which team could be the dark horse for this tournament?  22:07: Which 2026 draft prospects should people be most excited to see? 27:07: Which country is most likely to get relegated? 28:33: Who are your top three picks to medal this year and your MVP pick? 30:19: Quiz time: who in world junior history has the most gold medals?  31:14: Which country has scored the fastest two goals at the world juniors? The goals were only two seconds apart. 32:00: Which player has the most points in a period at the world juniors?  33:12: Only five players have ever led the world juniors and the NHL in points. Who are they? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 00:40: Is firing Marc Savard the first of many coaching staff moves for the Toronto Maple Leafs? 04:00: How much influence does the power-play coach have on the results, or does it fall mainly on the players? 05:20: Thoughts on the play that caused Seth Jarvis to crash into the net against the Florida Panthers last week? 08:00: How much will the injuries to Jarvis and Jaccob Slavin hurt the Hurricanes? 09:40: Can the New Jersey Devils compete with the Hurricanes now that Jack Hughes is back? 11:20: How sold are you on the Pacific Division-leading Anaheim Ducks? 15:00: Are the Detroit Red Wings contenders or pretenders? 17:30: What should fans know about the ECHL, which is in the middle of a labor dispute? 22:00: What is the best jersey that was released this season? 26:00: Which players eligible for an extension would you like to see re-sign sooner than later? 28:00: Which team or player deserves a lump of coal for their start of the season? 30:00: Top Christmas movies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:56: Phillip Danault was traded to the Montreal Canadiens by the Los Angeles Kings on Friday for a second-round pick in the 2026 NHL draft. Thoughts on this pickup?  2:15: How does this Danault trade add to Montreal's depth? 3:38: What does this trade mean for the Kings? Are they just freeing up cap space?  6:07: The Seattle Kraken traded Mason Marchment to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Is this the start of a retool or rebuild in Seattle? 7:27: How does Mason Marchment fit into the Blue Jackets' lineup?   8:31: Is it time to be terrified of the Florida Panthers once again?  10:53: Is missing this amount of time for Matthew Tkachuk an advantage or disadvantage for him? 13:00: What is the word on the return of Aleksander Barkov?  14:07: With the standings being so tight in the Atlantic, is this the year we see the Sabers make a real competitive push toward a playoff spot?  18:11: Do the Toronto Maple Leafs need to make a move? 20:13: Have the Maple Leafs given up on their coach?  23:25: Who is one bubble player you believe has to make Team Canada?  26:04: As the quarter-century wraps up, what were the biggest changes to the NHL and the game since 2000? 29:17: Who's the greatest Penguins player of all-time: Crosby or Lemieux? 33:21: Which team is most thankful for the upcoming holiday break?  35:40: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. 37:27: Eggnog: yay or nay? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and betting analyst Gary Pearson discussed: 1:30: What is the confidence in the Detroit Red Wings making the playoffs this year?  4:00: Can Detroit hold onto that top spot in the Atlantic Division?  5:38: Is Craig Berube to blame for any of the Leafs' struggles? 12:22: Which team needs to reset the most in 2026: Seattle, Buffalo or Vancouver? 13:56: Is there another team that needs to reset more? 16:41: Can Seattle actually move on from coach Lane Lambert?  18:15: What are still the biggest questions surrounding Canada's Olympic team? 23:53: What are your first impressions of Canada's world juniors team this year? 29:11: How important is it for hockey fans to understand the culture they're in, including the positives and the negatives? BetMGM Playbook: Who are the NHL's five best goaltenders this year? 32:22: Who has the best odds to win the Vezina Trophy? 33:44: What goalie are you most surprised to see on this list?  34:50: Who could be sneaking onto this list  36:15: Based on what you've seen this year, it's Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final. Which goalie are you looking to have in net? Rapid Fire 37:54: Time to bring back the question: yay or nay for games on Christmas? 39:23: What was the best rebrand of the quarter-century? 41:48: Only three players in the NHL right now have more than 50 points. Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid and Macklin Celebrini. On a scale from 1-10, how surprised are we to see Celebrini on this still list? 44:07: What quote made you think, "say whaaaat?" this week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what ex-NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 01:15: Which goalie has a higher ceiling on their new team: Tristan Jarry or Stuart Skinner? 03:55: Are we seeing an angry Connor McDavid these past few games? 06:10: Are the Los Angeles Kings going to be in the market for another goalie with Darcy Kuemper injured? 10:45: Does the Sabres' new GM change your opinion of how successful the team can be this season? 17:15: Can Joseph Woll be Toronto's No. 1 goalie in the long term? 19:00: Thoughts on Auston Matthews playing to the home crowd after his equalizing goal against Chicago Tuesday night? 21:45: Does Connor Bedard's injury affect his chances for the Canadian Olympic team? 23:35: Which GM or coach do you think will get fired next? 27:00: Should Toronto look to trade Matias Maccelli? 31:30: Favorite hockey-related gift you've received? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and ex-goalie Devan Dubnyk discussed: 0:33: Is Quinn Hughes the missing piece for Minnesota to finally make it past the first round?  5:25: Does Minnesota have the centers to compete in their division?  9:39: Zeev Buium, Marco Rossi and Liam Ohgren were acquired by the Canucks in the trade. Did they get enough to accomplish what they wanted?  12:23: Do you think a new environment in Pittsburgh will help Stuart Skinner play to his best abilities? 15:16: Do you like this trade by Kyle Dubas, acquiring Skinner and Brett Kulak?  16:45: Are we waiting for the shoe to drop with the Islanders, or are they a playoff team?  18:44: Do the New York Islanders need to tweak where needed, or can they play with house money? 20:07: Is this finally the year the Carolina Hurricanes break through in the playoffs? 22:07: What are Dubnyk's thoughts on whether or not the Hurricanes are a true contender?  24:03: How far can the Czechs go in the Olympics?  25:47: Thoughts on how much of a difference-maker David Pastrnak can be?  28:07: Dubnyk shares his experience going to the world juniors with Team Canada. 30:34: What was the trash talk like between Russia and Canada in the 2006 world juniors gold medal game?  32:11: Over/Under 105.5 points for Macklin Celebrini this season? (He's currently on pace for 118.) 34:38: On a scale from 1 to 10, how excited are you guys for more color vs. color jersey matchups next season? 37:06: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week? 38:43: Holiday gift exchange: do you prefer Secret Santa, or the one where you have a draft order and can steal gifts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:36: Is this really the end of an era for Quinn Hughes in Vancouver?  2:16: Who are potential suitors for Quinn Hughes?  5:44: Are you confident Vancouver can get enough back for Hughes?  7:40: Utah has lost seven of 10, and now Logan Cooley is out for eight weeks. Are the Mammoth toast, or is there something they can do to get back on track? 11:17: If Oliver Ekman-Larsson is out for an extended amount of time, are the Leafs' chances of making a playoff spot gone? 15:11: What are the biggest Olympic roster questions left as we are now less than three weeks away from the roster submission deadline?  18:41: Which team is this year's dark horse in the world juniors? BetMGM Breakdown 23:02: Out of the Canadian teams, whose defensive woes are you most surprised by?     24:53: The Maple Leafs, Flames and Jets rank better defensively but are still near the bottom of the league. What can they do to improve their standing? 26:33: What Canadian team or teams do you think will actually make it into the playoffs?  Rapid Fire  30:26: Yay or Nay: Tampa Bay and Boston's Stadium Series jerseys 34:15: On a scale of one to Bobby Baun... how hardcore is Charlie McAvoy returning from a broken jaw in less than a month? 35:47: Ken Dryden, Patrick Roy and Carey Price are all Montreal goaltenders who got their first NHL start and win against Pittsburgh. Thursday night, rookie Jacob Fowler joined that list with his first NHL start and win. Could this be a good omen for him?  37:28: Hurricanes rookie Brandon Bussi is the first goalie in NHL history to win 10 of his first 11 appearances. Is it time to consider moving one of Carolina's goalies?   39:13: What quote made you think, "say whaaaat?" this week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here's what Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 01:00: What are your expectations of the Vancouver Canucks with Thatcher Demko nearing a return from injury? 03:45: Can Dennis Hildeby keep the Toronto Maple Leafs afloat until they get one of their top two goalies back? 08:15: Can the Detroit Red Wings win a playoff round? 15:20: Can the Pittsburgh Penguins stay in the playoff race without injured center Evgeni Malkin? 20:30: What are your thoughts on the Boston Bruins' off-season moves? 26:00: How much pressure is on Canada to perform in the world juniors? 33:00: Is Finland a threat at the Olympics without Aleksander Barkov? 34:30: What's the best brother-sister hockey duo of all-time? 36:00: What's your favorite buzzer-beater goal in hockey history? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here's what ex-NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis, discussed: 2:00: Connor McDavid scored a hat trick last week and has recorded a combined 12 shots in his past two games. Do you like his game when he shoots more? Is he more valuable as a playmaker or a scorer? 4:30: From Dubnyk's perspective, is McDavid underrated as a shooter?  6:55: Have the Oilers finally found their game? 8:05: Are too many of the losses from the Oilers blamed on the goaltending?  11:30: The Jets have now lost seven of their last nine games. Can the Jets do enough to put themselves in a playoff spot until Hellebuyck can return? Who must step up? 18:00: The Utah Mammoth sit fourth in the Central Division and in a second wild-card spot. Does this team have enough to stay in the mix with Logan Cooley out indefinitely? And who will finish higher in the standings: the Chicago Blackhawks or Utah Mammoth?  22:37: The Washington Capitals will be without their rookie winger, Ryan Leonard, after taking a massive blow from Jacob Trouba. Thoughts about the hit? 28:03: Are players noticing that Trouba didn't fight with Tom Wilson? Is it a respect issue?  30:20: Quinn Hughes said he's aware that "things like" having his name in trade talks between the Canucks and Devils could happen. But he added that if there was a call, he wasn't involved in it. How likely is it that Hughes will be on the Canucks by next fall? 32:34: Do the Devils start working on a trade package to get Quinn Hughes?  35:06: Which center would you pick to build your franchise around: Macklin Celebrini, Connor Bedard or Leo Carlsson? 37:03: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. 39:22: The Winnipeg Jets host the 2026 Heritage Classic against the Canadiens. The Jets took to X and asked fans for jersey help. What jersey should the Jets wear?  40:36: What is Dubnyk's favorite moment from the outdoor game he played in?  42:54: Favorite Heritage Classic matchup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:25: While there seems to be some tangible improvement the Toronto Maple Leafs, could an injury to Joseph Woll derail all that?  5:26: The Washington Capitals have now won six in a row and sit at the top of the Metropolitan Division. Are they Cup contenders?  9:34: The Tampa Bay Lightning signed Ryan McDonagh to a three-year, $12.3-million extension. Thoughts on this extension and them having most of their core signed long-term?  14:00: Ryan O'Reilly and Steven Stamkos continue to pop up in trade speculation. What teams could/should be interested in either? What are the chances of a Stamkos-Tampa Bay Lightning reunion? 18:25: If the Blues continue to struggle and remain near the bottom of the Central, do we think Jordan Binnington could be on the move? If so, where? BetMGM Playbook  23:36: Best long shots to win the Eastern Conference final: Ottawa Senators (+1800) and Pittsburgh Penguins (+10000). Out of these two teams, which one do you pick to advance to the Cup final? 26:13: Western Conference finals odds: Anaheim Ducks (+2200) and Minnesota Wild (+2000). Out of these two teams, which do you think could win the conference final? 28:05 Which conference is the toughest to win?  Rapid Fire  31:55: Best story so far this season? 34:38: How concerned are you about the rink situation at the Olympics? 37:23: Who has caught Ryan's eye in the prospects world this past week? 39:03: And what quote made you think, "say whaaaat?" this week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis discussed: 01:50: Reacting to reports the Olympic hockey rink will be smaller than a standard NHL rink 07:40: What would a comparison to this Olympic rink news be in another sport? 09:30: What do you think the U.S. Thanksgiving benchmark means for teams like the Maple Leafs and Panthers? 18:00: What are your thoughts on Sheldon Keefe's comments about the fights between the Devils and Blue Jackets? 22:30: What do you think is causing the abnormal amount of fights this year? 26:50: If Cale Makar scores 100 points, should he win the Hart Trophy? 31:30: How does Sidney Crosby's play this year impact what Dubas may do with the Penguins’ roster? 34:30: What do you think Mark and Dale Hunter have in store for this year’s world junior teams? 37:35: Will a team hire Pete DeBoer this year? 38:40 How many games will Carter Hart start this season? 40:00: Jordan Binnington appeared to have some words for Jim Montgomery after being pulled in the Blues’ 4-1 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. Whose reaction was more justified? 42:00: With Tyler Seguin likely out for the season due to an ACL injury, who might the Stars pick up with that cap space? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what former NHL goalie Devan Dubnyk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 0:36: The Tampa Bay Lightning extended their winning streak to seven games. What can you attribute to their success?  2:30: Will the Bolts be able to sustain this? 5:43: Connor Bedard capped off a four-point night against Anaheim by chirping the Ducks' bench. These two teams play again on Sunday – can we expect any fireworks? 7:40: Is it exciting to see the Hawks and Ducks play meaningful games?  9:53: Mike Matheson signed a five-year, $30-million contract with the Montreal Canadiens on Friday. Thoughts on this signing for Montreal?  11:50: What is the importance of Matheson's presence for the Canadiens?  14:35: Jakob Chychrun now leads all NHL defensemen with 10 goals – Washington teammate Charlie Lindgren says the Canadian should be at the Olympics. Do you agree? 19:09: Carter Hart was recalled from his conditioning loan with AHL Henderson. As of Monday, he is eligible to be in the lineup. What do we see as Carter Hart's role with the team? 23:43: For Dubnyk, what's it like playing in the AHL as a goalie versus the NHL? 26:10: New York Islanders winger Kyle Palmieri tore the ACL in his left knee and will be out for six to eight months. Do the Islanders have enough to stay in the hunt while banged up?  30:03: The New York Rangers placed Adam Fox on injured reserve, and he's week to week. Will they still be in the playoff race by the time Fox returns? 33:16: Out of the top 10 NHL point leaders, who is the most surprising player on the list?  35:34: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. 37:05: Who has the best third jersey this season? 39:15: QMJHL Victoriaville wore jerseys that looked like farmers' overalls recently. Did Dubnyk ever wear a novelty jersey in your career? 41:04: Dubnyk's favorite jersey he's ever worn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here’s what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed: 0:50: Could this year's Colorado Avalanche become the best regular-season team ever? And what is the key factor making them such a force this season? 5:13: To rebuild or not to rebuild? That's the question surrounding the Calgary Flames, Nashville Predators and Vancouver Canucks. Let's answer the question for each of them. 9:34: The Anaheim Ducks are finally starting to see some payoff from their rebuild. Should they take advantage of a strong start to get upgrades in the trade market right now?  12:49: The Flyers are sitting just outside a wild-card spot right now. Do the Flyers have enough to help push themselves up in the standings?  17:08: Kevin Weekes reported that Penguins goalie Tristan Jarry is one of the goalies drawing significant interest as an option for the Edmonton Oilers. Is Jarry a good solution to the Oilers' goalie struggles? Who else do we think they could be targeting?  22:47: The Montreal Canadiens have claimed forward Sammy Blais off waivers from the Toronto Maple Leafs. Thoughts on this move by Montreal?  BetMGM Playbook  26:19: Odds for the five most likely Stanley Cup finalists. We share the five odds of what teams will play in the Stanley Cup final. Out of these matchups, which one is the most likely to actually happen?  27:35: Which of the matchups would be the most exciting to watch?  30:50: What matchup is your personal pick for the Stanley Cup final?  Rapid Fire  33:46: Which team has the most to be thankful for right now? 35:36: What do you like more: afternoon games or evening games? 38:47: The next NHL expansion team will cost $2 billion. If you had $2 billion lying around, would you pay that? And where would you want the team to be? 40:38: Yay or nay: a player shouldn't have fun the night after a loss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and ex-NHLer Drew Shore discussed: 0:55: The Vancouver Canucks are open for business. Pending UFAs Evander Kane, Kiefer Sherwood, Teddy Blueger and Derek Forbort are reportedly available. Which one would you pursue? 3:50: What do you make of the Canucks, and what direction would you pursue with them?  5:33: Are you surprised that we haven’t seen a big trade happen yet this season? 7:05: Other Names floating around the trade rumors are Jordan Binnington, Rasmus Andersson, Nazem Kadri and Alex Tuch. Out of the players listed above, who do you think is most likely to get traded and where could they go? 10:40: Barry Trotz denied a report that there are culture issues within the Predators dressing room, saying, "I know what toxic is." Obviously, something is wrong there. How concerned are you about what's going on in Nashville? 12:58: How important is the dressing room culture to the success of a team? 15:12: With the NHL standings being so tight, there are a few teams that are stuck in the middle. The Capitals and Bruins are the two wild-card teams in the East. The Pens are one point behind. Of these three, who do we expect to land a playoff spot when all is said and done? 18:10: Ottawa Senators coach Travis Green said on Monday that captain Brady Tkachuk is on track to return to the lineup “sooner than later.” How will this help the Senators getting him back earlier than expected?  20:20: Auston Matthews is expected to make his return when the Toronto Maple Leafs travel to play the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday. What do we expect from Matthews? 24:30: What happens if the Leafs’ road trip goes poorly? Does a trade or coaching trade happen?  27:25: The USA Hockey National Team Development Program won 4-2 against the CHL. Impression of the game? 30:30: How much would Drew Shore have liked to play in this type of showcase? 32:30: Who is your dark horse pick to make Team Canada?  33:53: Nashville has said that the price for moving Ryan O'Reilly would be a first-round pick plus an A-level prospect. Is he worth that?  35:52: Like or Dislike: Dallas Stars' new alternate jerseys that are inspired by their 1999 Stanley Cup championship sweaters. 37:07: Who do you blame most for the Oilers' rough start: Stuart Skinner or GM Stan Bowman? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk discussed: 1:00: Connor Hellebuyck will be out for four to six weeks after having knee surgery on Saturday. How competitive can the Jets be without their No. 1 goaltender? 2:20: How does a goalie's mindset change going from being the backup to the starter?  4:50: Will Hellebuyck’s injury affect his chances of playing for the United States in the Olympics? 7:30: Since Joseph Woll's return, he has a 1-2-1 record, .905 save percentage and 3.27 goals-against average. How would you evaluate Joseph Woll's play in net since his return? 12:32: The Montreal Canadiens signed Alexandre Texier to a one-year, $1 million contract.Thoughts on this signing?  14:13: How are you feeling about Montreal’s depth right now?  15:58: Mikko Rantanen has been in some trouble recently, being suspended for one game following his hit on Matt Caronato. What are your thoughts on his play as of late?  17:50: How difficult is it to walk the line between clean and dirty play when you're a player of Rantanen’s size?  20:22: The Colorado Avalanche have now won nine games in a row and sit at the top of the Central Division with a 16-1-5 record. Can anyone stop the Avs?  24:40: The Seattle Kraken sit second in the Pacific Division and have the second-best defense in the NHL right now. Do we believe in the Kraken yet, or is it a mirage? 27:20: Jesper Wallstedt has won five straight, with three shutouts for Minnesota. He also leads the NHL in save percentage at .935 and is second for GAA at 1.94. Is it time to fear the Wild? 32:17: Movember is coming to an end. Who has the best mustache in the NHL, currently or all-time? 34:26: Another week, another chance to name a player who had a hot or cold week. 36:18: Artists Jordon Bourgeault, Travis Michael and Dave Fried have been using iPads to design goalie masks for Anthony Stolarz, Thatcher Demko, Dustin Wolf and more. What was Devan's process like when David Gunnarsson was designing his masks? 38:50: Fair or foul: Connor Bedard getting pressured by autograph hounds for his signature on copies of The Hockey News' magazine? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here’s what Ryan Kennedy, Katie Gaus and Gary Pearson discussed: 0:45: We’ve reached the quarter mark of the NHL’s regular season, and some of the teams in a playoff position (and out of one) are a big surprise. Which team not in this current playoff picture is the biggest surprise? 4:40: Which series would you love to see actually happen?  8:15: Stuart Skinner's save percentage is now at .882, among the worst in the NHL. Do the Oilers have a goalie problem or a defense problem? Or both? 12:43: The Winnipeg Jets gave prospect Brad Lambert's representation permission to find a trade partner. Will he ever become a top-six forward? Where would Lambert be a good fit? 16:16: Elliotte Friedman reported the Ottawa Senators are looking to hit a home run on the trade market. In what scenario should Ottawa swing for a home run in a trade? 20:02: Thoughts on Matthew Schaefer being added and his chances of earning a spot on Team Canada? 24:00: Which players on Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off squad should not be on the Olympic team? 28:01: Conversations have started circulating about whether or not Gavin McKenna is the undisputed No. 1 overall pick at this upcoming draft. So, is he? BetMGM Playbook 33:52: What are you seeing from the Colorado Avalanche that makes them such a powerhouse?  36:07: Have the Carolina Hurricanes done enough to start to show that they have that potential to make it past the Eastern Conference final? 37:39: Between Florida and Vegas, who do you feel more confident in? Rapid Fire 39:15: Who should be the three goalies for Canada’s men’s Olympic team?  40:55: Calgary Flames backup Devin Cooley said this: "You really have to ground yourself... I just go, 'Nothing matters, nobody cares, we're all going to die,' I just say that over and over again." What's the weirdest goalie quote you can think of? 42:32: What will be the best Californian NHL team in three years: Los Angeles, Anaheim or San Jose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hockey News Big Show is here to discuss more big topics in the NHL and beyond. Here’s what former NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed: 1:00: Who are the top Stanley Cup contenders right now? 5:00: How many Canadian teams will make the playoffs? 10:50: What kind of player should the Toronto Maple Leafs target if they are going to make a trade? 15:00: Thoughts on Patrick Roy going off on Mikko Rantanen for boarding Alexander Romanov? What do you think of the hit? 19:25: Has Drew ever had a coach like Roy? 20:35: Will Jamie Benn hit 1,000 points by the end of the season? He’s currently at 956. 25:15: Will the Art Ross Trophy go to Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, Macklin Celebrini or Connor Bedard? 30:15: Who’s your pick for the Hart Trophy a quarter of the way through the season? 31:40: Vezina Trophy? 34:00: Norris Trophy? 36:00: Jack Adams Award? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices