100% Hockey

John Shannon opens with hockey insider Scott Burnside to break down the fallout from July 1st free agency, digging into the biggest moves of the period — Nick Paul heading from Tampa to Toronto, Darnell Nurse landing in San Jose, and Sergei Bobrovsky joining the Maple Leafs.  They debate whether these additions make the Atlantic Division even more competitive, question whether Tampa can rebound af...

Fresh off the NHL Draft in Buffalo, Daren Millard and John Shannon break down everything happening across the league as free agency looms. Daren shares firsthand impressions from the draft floor, including thoughts on the atmosphere and notable format changes. The conversation zeroes in on some of the biggest contract situations in the game — Dylan Larkin, Connor Hellebuyck, and Jason Robertson —...

Daren Millard and John Shannon are joined by Brian Lawton — former first-round pick, agent, and general manager — for a wide-ranging conversation on the NHL draft and player movement.  Lawton breaks down how dramatically the draft process has evolved, from scouting to player preparation, and why he believes this year's class could be one of the most unpredictable in recent memory due to sharply di...

John Shannon sits down with Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Muse for a bonus episode of 100% Hockey.  Hired in June 2025, Muse reflects on a first year that brought both progress and lessons, sharing an honest assessment of where the Penguins are headed. He traces his unlikely path to the NHL — picking up hockey late in Birmingham, Alabama, and grinding through college coaching, the USHL, and s...

Daren Millard and John Shannon sit down with newly elected Hockey Hall of Famer Brian Burke for a wide-ranging conversation covering a remarkable career and a deeply personal journey.  Burke reflects on his unlikely path — picking up hockey at age 13 in Minnesota — and credits Lou Lamoriello as the mentor who pushed him toward the game despite his own initial resistance. He walks through his evolu...

Daren Millard and John Shannon bring in draft expert Sam Cosentino, who will be covering the NHL Draft for Sportsnet and NHL Network, to break down a draft landscape that's already full of intrigue. The centerpiece of the conversation is the Brady Tkachuk trade from Ottawa to Florida and how it reshapes draft strategies league-wide. Sam runs through the top prospects — including Gavin McKenna, Iva...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Nick Kypreos on 100% Hockey to break down a busy offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs. The conversation begins with Toronto’s acquisition of Darren Raddysh from Tampa Bay and what the defenseman could bring to a team looking to improve its power play and return to playoff contention immediately. Kypreos explains why the move fits the organization’s win...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Paul Bissonnette on 100% Hockey for a conversation that spans the Stanley Cup champions, coaching philosophies, and the evolution of the modern game. Bissonnette shares his thoughts on Carolina's championship run, explaining why strong defensive structure, organizational depth, and buy-in throughout the lineup continue to separate contenders from everyo...

John Shannon and Daren Millard look back on the Stanley Cup Final and ahead to what could be a fascinating NHL offseason on 100% Hockey . The guys break down Carolina’s championship run, examining the Hurricanes’ relentless defensive structure, organizational depth, and the leadership of Rod Brind’Amour. They also discuss the impact of Eric Tulsky’s roster-building decisions and how additions like...

John Shannon and Daren Millard break down Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, with Carolina moving one win away from a championship following a victory over Vegas. Calling in while travelling to Las Vegas, Millard shares his observations from a game that saw the Golden Knights dominate early before penalties, special teams, and key adjustments shifted momentum back toward the Hurricanes. The conversa...

Daren Millard and John Shannon are joined by guests Shane Hnidy and Hall of Famer Chris Pronger to break down a pivotal Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes.  The panel digs into Vegas's slow start and the defensive breakdowns that handed Carolina the win, calling out Jack Eichel for relying on fancy plays over direct shooting when it mattered mo...

John Shannon and Darren Millard sit down with legendary play-by-play broadcaster Chris Cuthbert, fresh off receiving the Foster Hewitt Award, to break down a wild 2026 Stanley Cup Final between Vegas and Carolina.  Chris shares what it's like calling games when the goals come in bunches, breaks down the unexpected intensity of the series, and gives his take on Mitch Marner's standout performance....

John Shannon sits down with two of hockey's greatest coaching minds — Stanley Cup champions Scotty Bowman and Ken Hitchcock — to dissect the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final between Carolina and Vegas.  The legends weigh in on referee decisions, coaching adjustments, and the ripple effect of Braden McNabb's injury on Vegas's defensive structure. Bowman and Hitchcock break down what each te...

Vegas Golden Knights steal Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final with a 5-4 comeback win, and Tripp Tracy joins Daren Millard and John Shannon to break it all down.  The trio dissects Carolina's defensive zone coverage lapses, the key goals from William Carlson and Tomas Hurdle, and why you can never take a breath in a playoff series. They also dig into the underrated impact of face-offs, the no-look pa...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Darren Pang on 100% Hockey to preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights. Pang breaks down a matchup that may not have been everyone's preseason prediction, but one that features two deep, physical, and well-structured teams.  He discusses Carolina’s depth throughout the lineup, the contributions coming beyond...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by former NHL goaltender and analyst Steve Valiquette on 100% Hockey for a deep dive into the most important position in the game. Valiquette breaks down the playoff performances of several key netminders, including Carter Hart’s impressive postseason run and the mental toughness required to succeed when the pressure is highest. He also discusses the techn...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by veteran broadcaster John Forslund on 100% Hockey to break down both Conference Finals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Forslund shares insight into Montreal’s struggles generating offense against Carolina’s structured defensive game, while also reflecting on his long history with the Hurricanes organization and the identity the franchise has built over the...

John Shannon and Daren Millard break down the latest developments in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on 100% Hockey. The conversation focuses on the Vegas Golden Knights’ dominant performance against the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche, including the impact of the team’s coaching change and the contributions from depth players like William Carrier and Brett Howden. The guys also discuss Mon...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Scott Burnside and Mike Zeisberger on 100% Hockey to break down the opening games of the NHL Conference Finals. The conversation focuses on the surprising starts from road teams Vegas and Montreal, including Montreal’s dominant win over Carolina after many believed the Canadiens were running out of energy. The group examines how quickly pressure can shi...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by John Davidson on 100% Hockey to break down the NHL’s Conference Final matchups. The conversation looks at the road each team took to get here, including Buffalo’s series with Montreal, with a heavy focus on goaltending and the impact of coaching under playoff pressure. Davidson shares thoughts on several of the NHL’s most talked-about bench bosses, incl...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Doug MacLean on 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging conversation covering coaching changes, playoff hockey, and the realities of building NHL teams. MacLean opens by sharing his recent trip to the Centennial Cup in Summerside, where he watched the Western Capitals make a run to the final in front of packed crowds and one of the best junior hockey atmospheres...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by three-time Stanley Cup champion Alec Martinez on 100% Hockey. Martinez discusses his analysis work with AM Rewind before diving into the current Stanley Cup Playoffs, including the Vegas Golden Knights’ push to the Western Conference Final. He shares insight into what makes Vegas difficult to play against and how experienced teams manage long playoff ru...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Ryan Strome on 100% Hockey to discuss his recent experience stepping into the broadcast world during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Strome shares what it was like appearing on Hockey Night in Canada, reflecting on growing up watching the show and why being part of the broadcast felt like a full-circle moment. He talks about the transition from player to anal...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Kelly Hrudey on 100% Hockey for a deep dive into the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the evolving world of NHL goaltending. The conversation focuses heavily on the mental side of the position, including Montreal goaltender Jake Dobich and the emotional style he brings to the crease. Hrudey breaks down how different teams are handling goalie usage this postseas...

John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Mike Johnson on 100% Hockey for a wide-ranging look at the NHL playoff picture. The conversation opens with a breakdown of the coaching battles taking shape around the league, including discussions around John Tortorella, Joel Quenneville, and the continued success of Rod Brind’Amour’s Carolina Hurricanes. The group also analyzes the Colorado-Minnesota...