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Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger, two of the biggest names in the game join forces for The Ray & Dregs Hockey Podcast. Providing expert insight, analysis and opinions on what's happening on and off the ice in an entertaining personality-laden style that you won't find anywhere else.
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Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger examine the NHL's biggest headlines. Nate MacKinnon takes the game on his back to come back against the Canucks. Zach Hyman is chasing 50 goals, Connor Brown gets his first. Connor Bedard excelling despite lacking a supporting cast. Ray with some insight on the Red Wings practice scuffle. Nashville on a heater, plus a statement win over Winnipeg. Ask Ray and Dregs looks at how players motivate themselves when the playoffs are out of reach and some funny stories about fighting in practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger on a busy few days around the league in the wake of the trade deadline. Matt Rempe in hot water after another hit to the head and game ejection. John Tortorella suspended 2 games after being ejected by Wes McCauley. Thoughts on the Wild pulling their goalie to go 4 on 3 in OT. Jets depth is very impressive. Thatcher Demko on the shelf for 2-4 weeks, how will the Canucks fare without him? Gabe Landeskog prepping for a playoff return? Same goes for the NY Islanders? Plus, ask Ray and Dregs Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down a busy trade deadline period and look at which teams have done their best to pull away from the pack for the stretch run. Vegas surprises again with Hertl acquisition. Jets improve but have a tough road through the central. Oilers are a good team but need Stu Skinner to excel. Craig Conroy stayed true to his word on expiring contracts but now needs to mend the Markstrom situation. Colorado's targeted moves makes them a very tough out for anyone. Carolina and Florida took chances to try and bolster their Cup chances. Leafs added depth D but was it enough to get them deeper in the playoffs?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down the week's headlines and ramp up to the trade deadline. Lindy Ruff fired from NJ Devils. Leafs uninspired loss to the Bruins in what could have been a playoff preview. A rash of nasty on-ice incidents and what should be done to quell them. Jamie "Noodles" McLennan joins to talk about all things related to Mikka Kiprusoff's jersey retirement in Calgary and the potential activity (or lack thereof) in the goalie trade market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger on the NHL's biggest stories as the trade deadline approaches. Chris Tanev traded to Dallas in complicated a 3-team deal. Did Craig Conroy set the market for this type of deal going forward? Elias Pettersson (apparently) went from no talks at all to a deal being close at hand. What happened?  Hurricanes GM Don Waddell joins to give some insight on brokering tricky deals at trade deadline time and shares some great stories about his connection the Miracle on Ice team and the Atlanta Thrashers frightening team plane!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger look around the league to identify buyers and sellers... but the most interesting teams might be the ones that have to decide for themselves. Flyers, Kraken, Devils and Flames all fall into that category. Which Canadian teams will be looking to add before March 8? Leafs, Oilers, Canucks are likely to be involved... maybe the Jets? Also checking in on Matt Rempe, the Chelios jersey retirement night and Sid and Tony Granato's heartfelt exchange on TNT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger have all your big stories from the NHL! Auston Matthews gets 50 & 51 in a homecoming game against the Coyotes. Mitchell Marner playing very well lately (somewhat) in his linemate's shadow. Kyle Dubas met with the media and explained that a rebuild is not really a possibility the way the Penguins are currently constructed. Rangers, Panthers and Bruins appear to be the class of the East... who can challenge them? Wild game between Boston and Edmonton ended in OT by Charlie McAvoy. Sabres' D-Man Rasmus Dahlin joins the fellas to talk about a disappointing season in Buffalo despite some recent success, growing up admiring Peter Forsberg and switching from forward to defence at age 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger look at some goings-on in Tim Hortons Headlines. NHL Stadium Series was a huge success. Massive spectacle and great games. Rangers back on track. Can Patrick Roy fix the Isles with their current roster? '26 all-star game to be hosted by the Isles... great setup or logistical issue being outside of Manhattan? Jagr sweater retirement in Pittsburg delivered some fantastic moments. Auston Matthews pushing for 70 goals? Where does he fit in the Hart Trophy conversation? Craig Conroy's ongoing dilemma with the Noah Hanifin situation... does he need to set a deadline?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger examine some big headlines in the NHL include breaking news on CBJ GM Jarmo Kekäläinen being relieved of his duties. An unsurprising development as part of a tumultuous season in Columbus. The Morgan Rielly suspension continues to provide drama as several parties are upset about the length suspension being leaked early. Phil Kessel visiting Vancouver to see if he might be a fit for a surprising contender. Flyers President Keith Jones joins to discuss they Flyers (somewhat) surprising season: what the return of Sean Couturier has meant and the significance of getting things right in the dressing room. Also, praise for Torts and the side of him many don't see.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger deep dive on the Morgan Rielly/Ridley Greig incident. What will it mean for the Leafs to be without Rielly? Lots for Brad Treliving to consider as Joe Woll is poised to return and Boston seems to be within reach. Oilers Kane/Perry/Draisaitl line is set to ruffle some feathers, the Winnipeg Jets are struggling to find their game since the All-Star break and are the Rangers in or out of the "contender" conversation? Ask Ray & Dregs Anything covers goal-horns, buyouts and Arizona arena location problems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger look at the goings-on across the league over the past few days. An unfortunate injury for Mikhail Sergachev, Brenden Dillon suspended 3 games, Oilers streak is done at 16. What should Edmonton's top trade priority be? What about Toronto? Former Minnesota Wild coach Dean Evason joins the guys to talk about how he's spending his time away from the game, how soon he wants to be back and that his ulitmate goal is still to win a Stanley Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Darren Dreger welcomes a returning Ray Ferraro to chat about all things All-Star, McLellan out as coach in LA and the subsequent moves behind the Kings bench... as well as a further debrief on last week's big trades for Winnipeg and Vancouver. Torts with an honest assessment of Scott Laughton's play as his name makes the rounds in trade rumours and thoughts on next year's 4-Nations Cup instead of an all-star game. Plus a thoughtful discussion in Ask Ray and Dregs anything about what type of chirping and chatter goes too far on and off the ice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
O-Dog returns to join Darren Dreger on a day where a LOT of news broke while we were recording. Jets and Canucks shifting power in the west with the Monahan and Lindholm deals. Big pressure in the Toronto market to keep up with the proverbial Joneses. Todd McLellan is fired from his position in LA to be replaced for the rest of the season by Jim Hiller. A deal has been finalized between the IIHF and NHL to have players return to the Olympics and some thoughts about the NHL All-Star fantasy draft on Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jeff O'Neill filling in for a vacationing Ray Ferraro. He and Dregs dig in on: an unfortunate situation in LA. O-Dog explains what it's like to be on "coach watch" as a player. Leads of 2 or 3 goals don't seem to matter that much anymore... Sens proving it most recently. Head-scratching call in Leafs/Jets game continues the debate about what constitutes goalie interference. Rick Tocchet calls out the Vancouver media for their coverage of an honest comment about Elias Pettersson... and O-Dog tells us why going to the all-star game proved to be very expensive for him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger break down the biggest headlines from the past few days in the NHL. Winnipeg Jets coach Rick Bowness in conversation to give an update on his wife's health and reflect on the reasons for the Jets success to this point in the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger examine the week's headlines. Corey Perry signs a 1-year deal in Edmonton. Lane Lambert out as coach on the Island replaced by Hall-of-Famer Patrick Roy. Jacob Chychrun trade rumours continue to swirl... the Sens have some decisions to make on their back end. The Boston Bruins have won 5 straight... were we wrong to ever doubt them? Plus the Junior hockey entanglement out west needs to be addressed. Plus we answer listener questions in Ask Ray & Dregs Anything.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger break down the most recent headlines in the NHL Then, they welcome Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno in conversation to discuss his role on his current team, observations of Connor Bedard and musings on his short stint in Toronto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CBJ tendy Elvis Merzlikins has asked for a trade out of Columbus but his cap hit and term might affect the timeline. Marc-André Fleury moves into 2nd place all-time in goaltender wins and does so with style points. Sam Reinhart is having an excellent season... a UFA at the season's end... will he be re-signing with the Panthers? Leafs head west for a gauntlet of a road-trip. Are they contenders or not? Who might be this season's Florida Panthers and surprise us all in May and June?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger look around the league to play trade-matchmaker and discuss buyers and sellers with the NHL trade deadline less than 60 days away. Torts goes off on the reporter who insinuated that Kevin Hayes may have influenced Cutter Gauthier's decision. Ducks say they aren't shopping Trevor Zegras but they are listening to interest. What teams might make sense as a landing spot for the talented forward? Hawks, Habs, Bruins, Rangers, Flames, Sabres. Preds? Get in line. TSN's trade bait board is littered with Flames including the very intriguing inclusion of Jacob Markstrom. Avs are rolling and might look to make additions if they are truly back in Stanley Cup mode. Oilers winning even when it's ugly and they are making some Western Conference teams vercous.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Ferraro & Darren Dreger break down a busy week of headlines across the NHL and beyond. Player agent J.P. Barry joins the guys to pull back the curtain a little on how negotiations play out, how the salary cap plays in and some insight into Nylander and Pettersson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Comments (6)

Herb Puffington

insane amount of ad reads

Nov 27th
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Adam Sage

the last 2 podcasts sound so terrible, like their in a submarine or something

Nov 14th
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Stewart Dyck

Great start so far fellas, one thing I will say is there is already too much focus on the maple leafs. There's 30 other teams

Oct 19th
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Steve Dato

Great stuff! More coach and player interviews/story telling sessions, please.

Oct 7th
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Baro280

cant wait for episode 1 today!

Oct 1st
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Ben M.

Looking forward for this podcast!

Sep 25th
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