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Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss the team’s recent surge and the identity shift behind it. Gulutzan explains how the Stars have implemented a more physical, aggressive style across all three zones to raise the team’s compete level. He credits veteran leadership — particularly from Jamie Benn — for helping establish that standard i...

Goaltending analyst and former NHL netminder Steve Valiquette joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey for a deep dive into the evolving art of NHL goaltending. Valiquette breaks down modern goalie technique, discussing the importance of alignment, posture, and maintaining vision through traffic. He also explains why certain trends — including the overuse of the reverse VH technique — m...

Former NHL player, agent, and general manager Brian Lawton joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey  to break down the NHL trade deadline from a business perspective. Lawton analyzes a deadline market that strongly favored sellers and explains why disciplined teams like the Carolina Hurricanes were able to maximize their leverage. He also discusses why some organizations — including the...

Veteran NHL coach Pete DeBoer joins Daren Millard and John Shannon on 100% Hockey to discuss the trade deadline from the coach’s point of view. Rather than focusing on specific deals, DeBoer shares what deadline day is like behind the bench — drawing on nearly two decades of NHL coaching experience with the Florida Panthers , New Jersey Devils , Vegas Golden Knights , and Dallas Stars . The conver...

Nick Kypreos joins Daren Millard and John Shannon on 100% Hockey to break down the latest developments ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Kypreos offers his perspective on the current market, explaining how new league rules and cap realities are shaping team strategies and limiting the movement of high-end players. The group discusses the difficulty of acquiring elite talent and why the deadline lan...

Jarmo Kekäläinen, General Manager of the Buffalo Sabres, joins Daren Millard and John Shannon on 100% Hockey for a candid conversation about Buffalo’s transformation and the philosophy driving it. Kekäläinen reflects on his journey from consultant to general manager, outlining his belief that character, competitiveness, and culture must come before pure talent. He explains how those principles hav...

Jim Rutherford, President of Hockey Operations for the Vancouver Canucks, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss the organization’s decision to enter a full rebuild. Rutherford explains the rationale behind moving key pieces and shifting the franchise’s focus toward young assets and draft capital. He outlines the long-term vision for the club, emphasizing patience, player d...

Spencer Carbery, head coach of the Washington Capitals, joins John Shannon on 100% Hockey to break down the Capitals’ playoff push and what it will take to close the gap. With Washington sitting four points back in both the wildcard and division race, Carbery outlines the math — targeting a 16-7 finish in their final 23 games to reach 97 points. He reflects on a challenging season marked by limite...

With the Olympic tournament complete and the NHL season resuming, Chris Pronger joins John Shannon and Daren Millard to reflect on the gold medal game and what it means moving forward. The group revisits Canada ’s loss to the United States , examining key moments, missed opportunities, and the American defensive structure that ultimately made the difference.  Pronger offers his perspective on how...

The gold medal game is complete. John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined one final time by Ken Hitchcock to break down Canada ’s loss to the United States in the Olympic final. Hitchcock analyzes Canada’s overall performance, praising their puck movement, structure, and team support throughout the tournament, while acknowledging the difference made by the goaltending of Connor Hellebuyck and mis...

With less than 24 hours until puck drop, John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by Scotty Bowman and John Davidson for a final, detailed look at the Olympic gold medal showdown between Canada and United States . The panel breaks down the key matchups that could decide the game, including the importance of Auston Matthews for the United States and the potential impact of Sidney Crosby returning...

The gold medal game is officially set — Canada vs United States — and John Shannon, Daren Millard, and guest analyst Ken Hitchcock break down how the tournament’s two best teams reached this moment. Hitchcock analyzes Canada’s defensive structure, discipline, and commitment to detail, explaining why their composure and professionalism have defined their tournament run. He also examines the strengt...

The Olympic quarterfinals delivered drama, comebacks, and overtime — and now the path to gold is clear. John Shannon is joined by Scotty Bowman and John Davidson to break down Canada’s comeback win over Czechia and the United States overtime victory against Sweden . The panel analyzes the performances of goaltenders Jordan Binnington and Connor Hellebuyck , examining how their composure and decisi...

The Olympic quarterfinals are complete, and the semifinal field is now set. John Shannon, Daren Millard, and guest analyst Ken Hitchcock break down Canada’s hard-fought win over Czechia , highlighting the team’s resilience and ability to adapt after adversity, including the impact of an injury to Sidney Crosby . Hitchcock explains how Canada adjusted strategically against structured European defen...

With the preliminary round complete and seeding finalized, the focus shifts to elimination hockey. John Shannon is joined by Scotty Bowman and John Davidson to preview the Olympic quarterfinal matchups and assess the teams best positioned to contend for gold. The panel examines Canada’s disciplined, professional approach through the early stages of the tournament, and why their structure and consi...

With no games on the schedule, John Shannon is joined by Mike Zeisberger and Mike Harrington to break down what the Olympic tournament has revealed so far — and what it means heading into elimination games. The panel examines the performance of the United States , including roster decisions and lineup construction, and discusses whether different personnel choices could have changed the team’s out...

The preliminary round is complete, and the focus now shifts to elimination hockey. John Shannon and Daren Millard are joined by guest analyst Ken Hitchcock to break down Canada’s perfect 3-0 start and what it means heading into the qualification and quarterfinal rounds.  Hitchcock analyzes Canada’s structure, lineup combinations, and disciplined approach, while also pointing out areas for improvem...

Olympic standings are tightening, and goal differential is quickly becoming the deciding factor in who advances. John Shannon is joined by Scotty Bowman and Mike Zeisberger to break down the United States victory over Denmark , highlighting the performance of Jack Eichel and the continued impact of the Tkachuk brothers. The panel also discusses areas where the Americans may still need to improve a...

The panel analyzes Canada’s structured, composed performance, highlighting their defensive commitment, in-game adjustments, and ability to control momentum. With Canada now outscoring opponents 10-1 through two games, Hitchcock explains why their balance, discipline, and chemistry make them difficult to play against. They also examine Finland ’s impressive win over Sweden , and what it signals abo...

Canada and the United States opened their Olympic tournaments with convincing wins, and John Shannon is joined by Daren Millard and guest analyst Ken Hitchcock to break down what stood out. The panel analyzes Canada’s 5-0 victory over Czechia , highlighting the team’s structure, puck support, and overall coordination. Hitchcock points to Canada’s chemistry and execution, along with a composed perf...

Day 1 of the Olympic men’s hockey tournament is in the books, and John Shannon is joined by Ken Hitchcock and Mike Zeisberger to break down what actually mattered. The panel analyzes the performances of Slovakia , Finland , and Sweden , focusing on how teams adapted to the smaller rink and why controlling the middle of the ice immediately became the tournament’s defining factor. They dive into: Wh...

Olympic hockey coverage begins on 100% Hockey as John Shannon is joined by Ken Hitchcock and Scott Burnside to preview the men’s tournament at the Winter Games in Milan. Hitchcock breaks down how the tournament may be decided on the ice, focusing on chemistry, systems, and coaching influence . He contrasts the speed and transition game of the United States with Canada’s cycle-heavy approach , and...

Hall of Famer Darryl Sittler joins Daren Millard and John Shannon on 100% Hockey to commemorate the 50th anniversary of one of the greatest single-game performances in NHL history — his legendary 10-point night against the Boston Bruins. Sittler looks back on that unforgettable evening with the Toronto Maple Leafs, sharing stories from the game, the emotions surrounding the milestone, and how the...

Bill Daly, Deputy Commissioner of the National Hockey League, joins Daren Millard and John Shannon on 100% Hockey to take listeners inside the final push toward Olympic hockey in 2026 Winter Olympics. Daly walks through preparations in Milano and Cortina, including arena readiness, ice quality planning, and the logistical challenges of staging a global tournament. He also explains how the NHL fina...

Hockey analyst Mike Johnson joins Daren Millard and John Shannon on 100% Hockey for a fast-moving conversation on one of the strangest weeks around the NHL. The group reacts to a rare goalie fight during an outdoor game, breaks down mounting pressure on the Toronto Maple Leafs, and digs into what’s really happening behind the scenes as trade talk starts heating up. They also look at Auston Matthew...