Recap the Stanley Cup playoffs. What do the Oilers need to improve to get over the hump and convince McDavid of signing long term. The Avs had busy regular season and flamed out, what are the plans going into the off-season. Will the Stars make a big plash and move Robertson? How do the Leafs approach the off-season knowing Marner is walking?
We are back after a small break, life happens and it's best to always take care of yourself first! We dive into the Colorado Avalanche, post first round exit. The Avs lose the series 4-3 against the Dallas Stars and many questions surround the future of the team. We quickly breakdown areas where the team fell flat during the first round, before moving on to the massive return of Gabriel Landeskog! The discussion flips to what Landeskog returning could mean for the Avs in the future (this off-season) and whether Chris McFarland is the right person for the job. A brief talk about what the Avs might target this offseason and we wrap things up with some quick notes on other happenings around the league throughout round 1 and 2. Presented by DraftKings Sports Book - new members to DraftKigns can bet just $5 and get instant bonus bets!
We snap around the league looking at each playoff series. The COL/DAL series shifts to Denver tied at 1-1, while the Jets take a 2-0 lead to St. Louis. Vegas looked strong in their opening game victory, while Edmonton's miraculous comeback falls shot in LA. In the East Toronto used the power play to dominate game 1, while the Canes played their steady game in an opening win. The young Habs showed grit in a comeback verse Washington, but the Caps prevailed in overtime. Vancouver Canucks held an end of season press conference and lots came out of it. Is Tocchet done, will Elias Pettersson be moved this off-season and is a rebuild on the horizon if cornerstone Quinn Hughes wants out? Presented by DraftKings Sports Book
At the time of recording we were unsure of who would claim the final wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference, so predictions are made with both Columbus and Montreal in that spot. Playoff prediction time! We run through each series and provide a quick input into who we think will come out of the first round and why. Extra attention is paid to the Colorado vs Dallas series...1) Avs fans, 2) lots of intriguing storylines heading in. Drop a comment on what you think of our predictions and leave your own first round series winners! Presented by Draftkings Sports Book. Use code THPN as a first time bettor, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets!
Time to rewrite the record. Alexandre Ovechkin now sits atop of the regular season career goals, netting his 895 April 6th against the New York Islanders. A breakdown of the record goal from Ovechkin's office and if there are any current players whom may challenge some Ovechkin's goal records. Transition into playoff outlooks, the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators are firmly holding the two wildcard spots (Ottawa clinched after recording). We discuss what type of match-up these teams present the division winners in round 1. The Toronto Maple Leafs look poised to claim the Atlantic, but what match-up favours them best, Florida Panthers or the Senators? Regardless the Maple Leafs will have to find an answer for a Tkachuk if they are to put their playoff demons to rest. Presented by Draftkings Sports Book. Download the Draftkings app today and if your new to betting use code THPN for exclusive offer.
Kicking things off discussing the GR8 Chase, as Alex Ovechkin is just 3 goals away from setting the all-time NHL goals record! A quick detour to discuss Sidney Crosby and his record setting 20 point-per-game seasons and where he will fit in the hockey Mt. Rushmore. Trav calls out Jalen Chatfield for his greasy takedown of Connor McMichael. Looking back at the review controversy from the NYI/CBJ game, sends us into the topic of the NHL's current review process and if it needs fixing. Some update talk on Gabriel Landeskog, leads us into a brief playoff breakdown as the regular season inches ever closer to a close. Download the DraftKings Sports Book App! First time users can use the code: THPN for additional bonus bets!
On this episode we revisit the Carolina Hurricanes gamble on Mikko Rantanen and how the situation may affect teams making the big splashes in the future. As the NHL season enters its stretch run, the wildcard races are heating up. Every game is important now and we have a look at where teams currently sit. Ottawa looks legit and a young Montreal team controls their own destiny for a playoff spot, while the two New York teams and floundering Detroit and Columbus are all in the hunt. Out west the St. Louis Blues are the hottest team in the league and have overtaken Calgary and Vancouver for the second wildcard spot. Vancouver's turmoil's season has them in jeopardy of missing playoffs, while a surprising Calgary team control's their own fate with games in hand. The LA Kings and Edmonton Oilers are set to square up for a fourth season, and this just might be LA's year to "slay the dragon". Positive news on the injury front as Colorado captain Gabriel Landeskog has been travelling and skating with the team for over a week. This hints at a possible return, as we break down what that might mean. Snappin' ER Around is presented by Draftkings Sports Book! Use code THPN as a first time bettor and receive bonus bets!
The trade deadline has passed and the arms race is over, as teams set their sights fully on the chase for the Stanley Cup! Five teams made big swings this deadline period, as the Dallas Stars landed the biggest piece in Mikko Rantanen, while Colorado revamped their centre depth to arguably be the best in the Western Conference. While in the East all eyes were on the Atlantic, as the Toronto Maple Leafs bring Scott Laughton in as their 3C and bolster the blue line with a surprise addition. The Florida Panthers broke the hearts of a division rival obtaining their captain, while the Tampa Bay Lightning feel they have the best mix of a top 9 forward group in the division. The biggest surprise move came between Ottawa and Buffalo, as the teams swapped young centermen, a move that Ottawa hopes puts them over the edge for the playoff race. Snappin' ER Around is presented by Draftkings Sportsbook. Download the Draftkings Sportsbook app and use code THPN for an exclusive offer!
The Colorado Avalanche bring in Ryan Lindgren and Jimmy Vesey from New York, as they get a head start on the trade deadline. The Florida Panthers take a big swing with acquiring Seth Jones from the Chicago Blackhawks and not to be out done the Tampa Bay Lightening bring back an old face in Yanni Goure, along with Oliver Bjorkstrand. We discuss our top team of interest heading into the deadline, as there is limited true sellers, before a quick talk about what the ideal acquisition would be for the Avalanche.
Canada is victorious at the 4Nations Face-off, with Connor McDavid scoring the "golden goal" and Jordan Bennington proving a lot of doubters wrong with a stellar performance. A look back at the tournament as a whole and what could be in store for future "best-on-best" international tournaments. Will Canada and USA look the same at the 2026 Winter Olympics, and did the States galaxy brain the championship game lineup decisions? Is Mikko Rantanen on the move again? Speculation swirls around the Finnish star and the Hurricanes, as an extension has yet to be reached and Carolina facing reality that they might lose another in-season acquired superstar. We give our take on what it would take to get the Avalanche to trade Callum Ritchie, the teams top prospect and likely future 2C. Presented by: Draftkings Sports Books
The Four Nations Face-off has been a great success for the NHL. The product on the ice is entertaining and bringing in great crowds, and the players are actually showing effort. Building on the success, Gary Bergman has announced an international schedule with NHL participation up until 2032 (2 Olympics and 2 World Cups), but is that just the commissioner looking to go out on a positive high note? Did the NHL botch the rulings on injury replacements, or was it always their intention to leave it a grey area to create further drama around the event. With the final set for Thursday night, Canada vs USA, the new era of best-on-best international hockey is officially underway! Presented by: Draftkings
Vancouver has finally ended the Miller/Pettersson trade saga, by sending JT Miller back to New York where his career began. In return the Canucks received Filip Chytil, Victor Mancini, and a 1st round pick. We look at what the trade means for both teams and how it affects playoff pictures. Shifting to the Atlantic we breakdown how the division has shaped out so far this season and look ahead to which teams are performing well heading into the stretch run. Presented by: Draftkings Sportsbook
Time to recap the Central Division! Things start with the Avalanche and examining how Martin Necas and Jack Drury have fit into Colorado after 3 games, and where the Avs go from here. Moving to Chicago, we discuss the forgotten team in the blockbuster trade, and question if the Hawks are truly doing their rebuild any favours. St. Louis and Utah are milling around the edges of the Wildcard race, but do they have enough to make a push? Is it time for Nashville to write of the season and focus on next year? Are the Wild the dark horse team of the Division or is great goaltending covering up lapses elsewhere in their game. Finally the Jets and Stars look poised to claim the top two spots in the division but for them it's all about playoff success. Thanks for tuning in, like and subscribe on Youtube! Tune in next week for the final midseason division review as we go over the Atlantic. Presented by: Draftkings Sports Book
The Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes used the Chicago Blackhawks help to facilitate a blockbuster trade! Mikko Rantanen, a decade Avalanche, who helped Colorado win the Stanley Cup in 2022 has been trade to Carolina for Martin Necas, Jack Drury and draft picks. We break down the departure of Rantanen from Colorado's lineup in this ejidose with more to come in next weeks Central Division Midseason Review! Presented by Draftkings
The Edmonton Oilers released a statement giving their support for captain and star player Connor McDavid as he deals with a 3-game suspension for cross-checking Connor Garland. Midseason reviews continue with the Metropolitan. Is the Rangers strong start to 2025 a sign they are turning the ship around? and if so can they do it with how tight the Eastern Wildcard race is? The Washington Capitols are one of the darlings of the league, with Logan Thompson continuing to make Hockey Canada's goaltending decisions questionable, and Pierre-luc Dubios fitting in nicely. In Columbus the Blue Jackets are the other darling of the league, with Zach Werenski staking his claim for a Norris trophy and the young stars finding their own in the NHL. The Hurricanes and Devils are where we thought they'd be, though the Devils have slipped recently (PS episode recorded Thursday night). In Long Island, the Islanders are the epitome of mediocrity, briefly touching on their struggles, before shifting to Pennsylvania to talk about the other mediocre teams in the division in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Presented by: DraftKings
Halfway through the 2024-25 NHL season, so a great time to look at the state of each division. Turmoil continues to brew in Vancouver as the Pattersson/Miller saga hurdles towards a massive shift in the Canucks locker room. In Seattle, the Kraken have sunk back down to the depths of the division at a time when they should be rising. What's going on in Seattle and is Ron Francis on the hot seat? Jack Eichel is putting together a stellar season, dragging Vegas to the top seed, is he flying under the radar as a Hart Trophy candidate? In Anaheim, the Ducks are starting to see their young talent come together a bit, with play of young net minder Lukas Dostal the highlight, it's only a matter of time before spring hockey returns to Anaheim. The Flames are having a stellar season and do the Oilers have enough to pass the Golden Knights? Presented by: DraftKings Sports Book
After more than 2 weeks off we are back with the first episode of 2025! Time to review the World Juniors where the USA captured their 2nd straight Gold Medal, while Finland and Czechia claimed silver and bronze respectably. Sweden had another flawless round robin only to loose in both the semi's and bronze medal game, while Canada's tournament was an utter disaster. We dive into the issues with the Canadian team, roster construction and coaching decisions (the players did their best we are not blaming them for anything!). Is Latvia becoming a top 8 hockey nation? Some success at the World Men's Championship and knocking off Canada in round robin and giving the Swedes a scare in the quarters. Welcome back everyone we will be returning to weekly episodes now that schedules are back to normal and everyone has returned home. Presented by: Draftkings Sports Book (use code THPN for bonus bets!)
The World Junior Championships are around the corner as the boys break down the rosters of Team Canada and Team USA, discussing the strengths and shortcomings of each. The potential of the North American rivals meeting in the Gold Medal game and how Canada needs to stay out of their own way. The New York Rangers are back in headlines trading former 2nd overall pick Kappo Kakko to Seattle for Will Borgen and picks. We discuss the benefit of the trade from Seattle's side and what Kakko could bring with a fresh start, while the Rangers continue to struggle. Touching on another struggling New York State team, Buffalo Sabres, going through an 11 (now 12) game win-less streak. We dig out our early season standings predictions for review, having a look at how teams are fairing to this point in the season based on how we felt they would do at the start of the year. Presented by: Draftkings Gametime Use code THPN for exclusive offers! Follow the Snappin' ER Around social media on X - @SnappinERAround and Instagram - @snappineraround.
Colorado and San Jose complete a goalie swap, as the Avalanche send Georgiev to the Sharks for Blackwood. The New York Rangers come true on their roster shakeup sending captain Jake Trouba to Anaheim as they look to stabilize the ship. We break down Canada's World Junior Camp invite roster and go through the politics that play a role in Hockey Canada's selection process. Presented by: Draftkings Gametime Use code THPN for offers. Follow the show on X and Instagram - @snappineraround
The Colorado Avalanche are a struggling hockey team based on expectations. The guys go through some mock trades trying to think of something that would shakeup the current roster. Four Nation rosters are being announced on Dec 4 and the boys have consolidated on what they think each roster will look like. Going through Canada, USA, Sweden and Finland explaining specific players that were on each individual roster, before we pick which team is favoured going in. Snappin' er Around is presented by: Draftkings Sportsbooks Gametime