The FAN Hockey Show

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to share his take on the more casual pregame outfits worn by players this season. The boys also dive into Jonathan Toews' performance in his first NHL game in three years, the Sharks' deflating collapse in the dying minutes of the third period, and the string of extensions we've seen over the past couple weeks. Are Adrian Kempe and Alex Tuch next in line to get paid?The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's program alongside Anna Dua (06:14), Sportsnet NHL reporter and friend of the show! The trio share their choices for the most-watchable teams in the league and the top dogs in both conferences, before debating if Easton Cowan will draw into the Maple Leafs lineup this weekend. Next up, Dennis Bernstein (28:12), senior writer at The Fourth Period, discuss state of the Kings with thoughts on the forward group, defensive pairing, and outlook for the season! Later, Eric Stephens (49:45) of The Athletic checks in on the Anaheim Ducks after they started their season with a 3-1 loss last night. He discusses the team's playoff outlook in 2025-26, the positive additions over the offseason, what Joel Quenneville brings behind the bench, the strength of the roster's young core, and more! The boys wrap up this episode with the "Futa Five"!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of the 2025 Signal Listener’s Choice Award nominated 32 Thoughts podcast, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa! They catch up with their takeaways from Opening Night, before previewing tonight's rivalry clash between the Canadiens and Maple Leafs. Friedge shares his takeaways from today's morning skate, Ivan Demidov outlook for his rookie campaign, and how the Leafs lines are shaping up ahead of puck drop. The trio wrap up with thoughts on Kyle Connor's eight-year, $12 million AAV extension to stay in Winnipeg.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's edition of The FAN Hockey Show recapping all the action from Opening Night in the NHL! Sportsnet's Iain MacIntyre (29:45) joins the program to discuss the optimism in Vancouver this season, if Elias Pettersson can wipe the slate clean, the Canucks' strength between the pipes, and the key pieces to watch. Later, Gary Lawless (49:48), Golden Knights insider, checks in on the depth Las Vegas boasts on offence, how Mitch Marner is fitting in, and who needs to step up in Alex Pietrangelo's absence.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and two-time Stanley Cup champion Mike Futa continue their tour of the Central Division with Andy Strickland, Blues reporter for FanDuel Sports Network and co-host of the Cam and Strick podcast. He shares his expectations for St. Louis heading into Thursday's season opener with thoughts on Jim Montgomery's impact behind the bench, how to structure the lines, Milan Lucic's injury, Robert Thomas' ceiling, and more! Next up, Emma Lingan (17:20) of The Hockey News and Locked on Predators podcast weighs in on Nashville's path back into contention. She discusses Luke Evangelista's extension, the pressure on Andrew Brunette, Brady Martin's opportunity on the top line, the state of the defence core, and the players she's most excited to watch this year. Later, Cole Bagley (48:20), Mammoth insider for KSL Sports, discusses Utah's playoff potential, the strengths of this lineup, and the team’s difference-makers to keep an eye on.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. He discusses the Golden Knights ruling Alex Pietrangelo out for the season, along with if Connor McDavid's discount contract could impact other pending deals. Friedge also examines list of suspensions and fines handed out following the Lightning and Panthers' preseason tilt, before weighing the value of physical players with skill. The trio wrap up with thoughts on some players on waiver that were recently picked up, with a focus on the Maple Leafs' mentality in adding Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau, along with an update on Milan Lucic's health heading into the season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are once again joined by Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. After breaking the news of Connor McDavid's two-year, $12.5 million extension with Edmonton, Friedge shares the details of how the deal got done and its greater impact on other contracts around the league.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. Friedge's appearance is cut short as rumours of an extension for Connor McDavid begin to swirl. As we wait for details to emerge, former NHL netminder and current TNT analyst, Darren Pang (27:27) joins the show. He weighs in on McDavid's extension brewing in Edmonton, before sharing his thoughts on the Blackhawks as they prepare for opening night tomorrow. The news breaks shortly after, as McDavid's two-year $12.5 million contract is officially reported. Sportsnet's Mark Spector (49:51) shares his take on the deal and what it means for the future of the Oilers, before checking in on Stuart Skinner's opportunity to prove himself in goal and how the team can overcome their demons of Stanley Cup Finals past.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa continue their tour of the NHL in the Central Division, talking Stars with Brien Rea! He discusses his expectations for the team in heading into the season, Jake Oettinger's fresh start with new head coach Glen Gulutzan, and Jason Robertson's key role up front. Next up, Conor McGahey (16:35), Avalanche radio play-by-play voice, checks in on Gabriel Landeskog's impact back in the lineup, if Martin Nečas can find consistency this season, the strength of the team's tandem in goal, and where Victor Olofsson best fits. Later, Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds (47:05) shares the latest news from Winnipeg as the Jets ramp up for opening night. He chats about how Jonathan Toews has looked in his return to NHL, the team's identity in 2025-26, Kyle Connor's contract status, and much more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's show discussing Kris Knoblauch's extension to stay in Edmonton for three more years. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the guys to weigh in on the coach's new deal and if it could sway Connor McDavid's looming contract situation. They take a closer look at last night's physical preseason matchup between the Panthers and Lightning, what to expect from the Flames this season, and Jackson LaCombe's eight-year deal with the Ducks. Elliotte wraps up with his picks for some surprising teams heading into the 2025-26 season.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Thursday's program responding to your calls and texts on the "Hockey Hotline"! The guys continue their tour of all 32 teams with Mollie Walker (31:35), Rangers reporter for the New York Post. She shares her view on Artemi Panarin's future in the Big Apple, which new additions are poised to make an impact, what Mike Sullivan offers behind the bench, and J.T. Miller's role as captain. Then, Sportsnet's Anna Dua (50:07) joins Matt and Mike in-studio to share their preseason picks for some NHL awards including the Hart, Art Ross, Rocket Richard, Vezina, and more. Anna sticks around for the final segment to join the guys as they read through more of your texts!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Mike Rupp, Stanley Cup champion and NHL Network analyst, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss the challenge of playing intensely during the preseason, the role of enforcers in today's game, and J.T. Miller's fit in New York. Next up, ViSN's Jonathan Davis (18:20) joins the boys in-studio to examine some Western Conference storylines heading into a new season. The trio chat about the new-look Ducks, Sharks, Golden Knights and Kings, before debating which club is facing the most pressure and who's primed for a breakout. Finally, Tyson Barrie (48:50), former NHLer and newest member of Sportsnet's Canucks broadcast team, opens up about his transition from the ice to the booth. Tyson also gets into his time in both Toronto and Calgary, his favourite defensive partners over the years, and the toughest Canucks he's ever lined up against.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off today's program alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They open discuss Luke Hughes' seven-year, $63 million extension to stay in New Jersey, the role Kirill Kaprizov's deal played in the negotiations, and the importance of health for the Devils heading into the season. Elliotte also checks in on Connor Ingram's trade to the Oilers and Max Pacioretty's retirement announcement, before chatting about the best rivalries in hockey on the heels of the Canadiens' chippy 5-0 win over the Senators.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa tie a bow on their Metropolitan Division preview on today's show, starting with Ken Daneyko, three-time Stanley Cup champion and Devils analyst. He shares his view on New Jersey's outlook heading into the season, the importance of staying healthy, who should slot in beside Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt, and more! Later (21:30), Matt and Mike take another look at Kirill Kaprizov's $136 million extension with the Wild, before making their picks for Canada's 2026 Olympic roster. Tarik El-Bashir (49:13), Capitals insider and rink side reporter, joins the guys to discuss the latest from Washington including where Anthony Beauvillier fits, how to balance their tandem in goal, Alex Ovechkin's status heading into his age-40 season, and Spencer Carbery's job behind the bench.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off today's show reacting to Kirill Kaprizov's record-setting eight-year, $136 million extension with the Minnesota Wild. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, discusses his thoughts on the deal and why this might trigger a domino effect for some other pending UFAs around the league. Later, they take a closer look at Dylan Samberg's timeline to return, how high the Jets can fly this season, and some players to watch that cleared waivers yesterday. Elliotte wraps up with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' goaltending situation without Joseph Woll.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa continue their tour of the Metropolitan Division alongside Thomas Hickey, former NHLer and current Islanders analyst. He shares his take on the Isles' first round pick Matthew Schaefer, the state of the team's offence up front, and the key pieces that need to step up to push New York into the playoffs. Next up, Cory Lavalette (19:21) of The Athletic checks in on the Hurricanes as they ramp up for the 2025-26 season. He chats about Carolina's offseason additions including K'Andre Miller and Nik Ehlers, the biggest questions surrounding this roster, how to balance the team's goaltending duo, and which areas they can get better. Later, The Athletic's Aaron Portzline (46:47) shares some reasons for optimism in Columbus and previews the roster ahead of opening night.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this week on The FAN Hockey Show alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They dive into the Panthers' road ahead with Aleksander Barkov sidelined for the season, before discussing Anthony Stolarz' four-year extension with the Maple Leafs and Brad Treliving's work signing value contracts. Later, Elliotte checks in on the Ducks after inking Mason MacTavish to a six-year deal, Cam Fowler's fresh contract with the Blues, and the latest on Luke Hughes and Luke Evangelista.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday's program with the latest on Panthers Captain Aleksander Barkov, who could miss the entire 2025-26 season after undergoing knee surgery. The guys then move to the Metropolitan Division to continue their preview of all 32 NHL teams alongside Kevin Kurz (12:14), Flyers reporter at The Athletic. He shares what Rick Tocchet will bring behind the bench, Dan Vladar's opportunity between the pipes, Trevor Zegras' roster fit, and expectations for this group following a difficult season. Next up, The Athletic's Josh Yohe (29:10) checks in from Pittsburgh as the Penguins ramp up for opening night. He shares insight into Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin's futures as rumours continue to swirl, how the new-look coaching staff is preparing their team, and Kyle Dubas' mentality managing this veteran roster. After the break, Matt and Mike take a look at some NHL headlines and respond to your texts, before Dr. Alicia Naser (01:18:05) joins the program! She details how athletes differently approach the offseason, regular season, and playoffs mentally, the added emphasis on prioritizing players' mental health, and much more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Thursday's show sharing updates on Jamie Benn and Nic Hauge, who both suffered injuries during preseason action. The boys continue their tour of the Atlantic Division alongside Dave Randorf (07:28), play-by-play voice for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He shares his expectations for the team heading into the season, an update on Andrei Vasilevskiy after the netminder missed multiple practices, and the key pieces that will push them to the next level. Ken Daniels (28:55), voice of the Detroit Red Wings, dives into the team's options to round out the top line, how to best align their defensive pairings, Carter Mazur's potential role, and the message Todd McLellan is conveying to his roster. Later, Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev (49:42) joins the program! He shares what he’s looking to accomplish during the preseason, what factors into his unique shot-blocking ability, how many stick of gum he goes through per game, and more! Next up, George Richards (01:11:18) of Florida Hockey Now checks the temperature in Florida surrounding the Panthers. He touches on Aleksander Barkov's injury sustained during today's practice and who will get an opportunity on the top line, before getting into the team's successful offseason re-signing their high-end talent. Matt and Mike wrap up today's program responding to your texts and messages on the "Hockey Hotline" (01:28:35).Call 416-413-3923 or text 590-590 for a chance to be featured on next week's show!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.