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Join NHL.com’s Dan Rosen 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 NHL.com’s Brian Compton (16:00). Brian talks about the Eastern Conference Final, the challenges the Islanders face, New York’s goalie situation and the reason Tampa looked so good in Game 1. The guys are also joined by Ross Greenburg to discuss Quest for the Cup and the storylines that fans can look forward to as the series continues (47:55). There’s plenty of Conference Finals talk at the start of the episode and the guys close out the episode talking about the chaos that may come during the offseason.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Tyler Johnson (18:00). Johnson talks about bubble life, advancing to the Conference Finals, experiencing a 5 overtime game, the team’s depth, and the challenges of playing without Stamkos. The guys are also joined by the NHL’s Chief Content Officer Steve Mayer (33:00). Mayer discusses life in the Edmonton bubble, the docuseries Quest For The Stanley Cup, wrinkles that may be implemented during the Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Final, and plans for the NHL Draft. Dan and Shawn also discuss the Canadiens trading for Jake Allen, playoff storylines, the future of the Bruins, and the Panthers hiring Bill Zito to be their next GM.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Dallas Stars TV analyst Daryl “Razor” Reaugh (15:37). Razor goes deep on the Stars, including conversation on their defensemen, goalie situation and head coach Rick Bowness. They are also joined by the voice of the Vegas Golden Knights Dave Goucher to talk all things Knights (37:00). The guys also touch on a bunch of other subjects surrounding the Avalanche, Islanders, Flyers, Lightning, Bruins, Capitals, Blues, Penguins and Blues.
Dan and Shawn are joined by NY Islanders and NBC broadcaster Brendan Burke (19:30). Brendan talks about the Islanders recent success, Barry Trotz’s impact, his hectic broadcast schedule, the Avalanche and the challenges of calling games from a studio. They are also joined by St. Louis Blues analyst Darren Pang (47:30). Darren talks about the passing of Dale Hawerchuk and Dale’s impact on the game of hockey. He goes onto discuss the St. Louis Blues and Vancouver Canucks series, Craig Berube’s goalie decision, Tarasenko’s health and some of the other playoff series that has caught his eye.
Dan and Shawn are joined by Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine and NHL.com to talk about the finer points of goaltending (19:05). Kevin talks about Carey Price’s playoff performance, Henrik Lundqvist’s future, goalie technique, the toll taken after a 5 overtime game, and who he would choose to be the future Penguins goalie. The guys also explain why they are a bit concerned with the St. Louis Blues and the Washington Capitals, discuss the New York Rangers picking Alexis Lafreniere and provide some post-mortem discussion on the Penguins and Maple Leafs (53:00).
Dan and Shawn are joined by Stanley Cup winner and Predators analyst Hal Gill to talk about all the playoff storylines, including the Canadiens and Blackhawks trying to pull series upsets, the Predators, and the unique playoff format (16:00). They are also joined by Brady Skjei of the Carolina Hurricanes, he talks about their sweep of the Rangers, killing time in the bubble, Justin Williams and the impact a healthy Dougie Hamilton could have on the team moving forward (45:00). The guys discuss what the future holds for Hank Lundqvist, Mark Scheifele’s injury, Paul Maurice and the TOR/CBJ series.
Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by NBC analyst Keith Jones. Keith previews the playoff matchups, discusses what’s stood out to him during the exhibition games, explains how broadcasting games has changed and provides his Stanley Cup picks (7:00). NHL.com’s Nick Cotsonika checks in from Toronto to give the guys an inside look at what it’s like to be in the bubble (27:20). The guys also talk about Mike Babcock joining the Vermont’s staff, John Chayka’s abrupt departure from the Arizona Coyotes, and the unveiling of the Seattle Kraken (47:00).
Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke provide their breakdowns and predictions for all of the Qualifying Round series. Kwame Damon Mason, an award-winning filmmaker, also joined the show to talk about Soul on Ice: The Podcast (15:00). The podcast is joining the NHL slate of podcasts with its debut episode airing Wednesday 7-22 featuring guests Connor Carrick of the New Jersey Devils, Evander Kane of the San Jose Sharks and Jaccob Slavin of the Carolina Hurricanes.
Dan and Shawn are joined by NHL Network’s Kevin Weekes (13:40). Kevin discusses the goalie decisions that the NY Rangers, Columbus Blue Jackets and Chicago Blackhawks have to make prior to the start of the Qualifying Round, he provides some playoff keys for the Maple Leafs, wonders how the bubble environment will impact players and has a strong opinion on who the starting goalie should be for the Rangers. Dan and Shawn debate who the Calder, Vezina and Hart Trophy winners should be (40:00).
Dan and Shawn are joined by Tom Gulitti to talk about the opening of training camps, the CBA, the NJ Devils hiring Lindy Ruff and some of his early predictions for the NHL Playoffs (14:57). The guys discuss what the Islanders and Wild plan to do with Sorokin and Kaprizov, the NHL’s potential participation in the Olympics, their early playoff predictions, and players that have chosen to opt out of playing.
Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by their NHL.com colleague Mike Morreale to discuss the NHL Draft Lottery, top prospects, and the NJ Devils (9:00). Rick Peckham, this year’s recipient of the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award, joins the guys to talk about his 42 years as a broadcaster, he shares some great stories and discusses what receiving the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award means to him. Peckham also looks at this year’s playoff format and the Tampa Bay Lightning (39:15).
NHL.com's Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Mike Zeisberger to discuss this year’s Hall of Fame class, they also try to figure out why Alexander Mogilny didn’t get the nod (11:30). Kevin Fiala joins the guys to discuss training in Sweden during the pause and Minnesota’s upcoming series against the Canucks. He also explains why he’s confident he’ll be able to continue to play at a high level once play resumes (33:40).
Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by WPG Jets head coach Paul Maurice, Paul talks playoffs format, challenges surrounding layoff, team motivation, and injuries (7:00). Mike McKenna chats Vegas Golden Knights, their goalie situation, Holtby vs. Samsonov, and broadcasts in empty arenas (34:00). The guys also talk about the front-office shakeup with the Buffalo Sabres, the Colorado Avalanche and this year’s HOF candidates.
NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Vancouver Canucks head coach Travis Green to talk about the Canucks matchup with the Wild, the health of Jacob Markstrom, and the challenge of the layoff (15:00). Brian Compton hops on the line to talk about NY Islanders/Panthers matchup, sleepers in the playoffs, Ilya Sorokin and the goalie questions surrounding the Predators and Penguins (46:00). The guys also talk about the Coyotes hiring Xavier Gutierrez and Bob Murray’s comments on Dallas Eakins (3:00).
Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by NHL.com’s Bill Douglas, Bill provides important perspective on the impact George Floyd’s death has had on the hockey community (5:00). The guys discuss the return of Jeff Blashill to the Red Wings, Jack Eichel voicing his frustrations, and what teams could be sleepers in the 24-team playoff format (23:00).
Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Steve Mayer, the NHL’s Chief Content Officer to talk about the return to play plan, the 24-team playoff format, presenting games on TV with no fans in attendance, keeping fans engaged during the pause, and the challenges surrounding the NHL’s plan to return to play (8:55). NHL.com columnist Nick Cotsonika joined the guys to talk about the NHL’s focus on safety and integrity, the wide-open nature of the playoff format and testing protocol (31:50). Dan and Shawn banter about the playoff matchups and explain what series are most intriguing to them (27:00).
NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by NBC’s Brian Boucher to talk about the latest developments in the NHL’s restart plan, the potential 24-team playoff format, dark-horse teams, impact of layoff on goalies (5:00). Hockey Hall of Famer Bryan Trottier joins the guys to reminisce on the 40thanniversary of the Islanders winning the 1980 Stanley Cup. He re-lives the iconic Bobby Nystrom goal, and shares some stories & memories about the start of the Islanders dynasty (32:55).
NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Tampa Bay Lightning forward and host of “Dock Talk” Alex Killorn. Alex talks about his Instagram Live show “Dock Talk”, where he got the idea, his quest to interview Tom Brady, his future in the television business, and his feelings on a potential NHL restart (46:00). NHL.com’s Mike Zeisberger joins the pod to talk about the top coaches of the expansion era, the NHL’s restart plans, Team North America from the 2016 World Cup and Hayley Wickenheiser (15:35).
NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Sportsnet’s Louie DeBrusk, Louis talks about quarantining with his son Jake, movies, outlook for Oilers, potential games with no fans, and his ideal linemates (16:40). The guys talk about the pros and cons of a June Draft, and run thru their list of top right wingers in the expansion era (3:00). They discuss the Penguins goalie situation, the Blackhawks front office shakeup, and some of the big decisions that are looming for Clubs like the Blues, Rangers, and Capitals. They also debate what Canadian team will be next to win the Stanley Cup (41:00).
NHL.com’s Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Eric Lindros (16:00). Lindros talks about joining the Philadelphia Flyers as an ambassador and the challenges surrounding a potential return to play. He shares his thoughts on the current Flyers team, explains why he enjoys watching the Boston Bruins and reminisces about playing with John LeClair. Dan and Shawn discuss some of the NHL restart plans and the challenges that exist if the NHL were to hold a June Draft (2:00). They debate the best left wingers in the expansion era (39:00).



