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Former NHL player and Olympic coach Tony Granato joins John Shannon and Landon Ferraro to introduce his new docuseries, Fight for Life with Tony Granato , premiering on NHL Network on Sunday, July 27 at 8:00 PM ET . The show delivers intimate, powerful stories of athletes overcoming life-altering trauma with resilience and purpose—crafted by someone who has his own journey through brain surgery an...

Stanley Cup Final runner-up and newly minted Edmonton Oilers General Manager & Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations Stan Bowman joins John Shannon and Daren Millard to discuss his first year back in the NHL. Bowman reflects on the emotional highs and lows of Edmonton’s Cup run and shares how he intends to translate past successes—backed by three Chicago championships—into the Oilers’...

Newly appointed Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan joins John Shannon and Daren Millard to discuss his return to the bench and what lies ahead for a team fresh off a trip to the Western Conference Final. Gulutzan shares his approach to inheriting a playoff-tested roster, reflects on the lessons learned from his previous head coaching stops, and outlines the mindset he hopes to instill in Dallas...

Following Gavin McKenna’s high-profile commitment to Penn State, John Shannon welcomes CHL President Dan MacKenzie to discuss what the decision could mean for the future of junior hockey in Canada. The two explore the potential ripple effect of McKenna’s move—dubbed the “McKenna Effect”—and how it may reshape player development and league dynamics across the CHL. Later in the show, Glenn Healy , E...

It’s the final day of Alumni Week from the NHL Alumni Association’s Golf Tournament, and next week, John and Daren return to regularly scheduled — and wind-free — programming. To close out the week, Mark Napier , Ben Scrivens , Jeff Beukeboom , and Matt Cooke join the show to reflect on their time in the NHL, share thoughts on their former teams, discuss future coaching ambitions, and more. A rela...

Day two of Alumni Week takes us back to the NHL Alumni Association’s Golf Tournament, where John roams the course catching up with Brad May , Pierre Larouche , and Guy Carbonneau . From Sidney Crosby’s future with the Penguins, to the rise of NCAA hockey among Canadian prospects, to some classic broadcasting stories with John — today’s episode is full of great hockey conversation, straight from th...

Alumni Week kicks off with John flying solo from the NHL Alumni Association’s Golf Tournament — recorded right on the course. On today’s episode, John chats with three former Toronto Maple Leafs: Rick Vaive , Steve Thomas , and Darcy Tucker . From the fairway, they share stories about playing in Toronto, the pressure that comes with wearing the Leafs jersey, and their thoughts on where the team st...

Mike Zeisberger joins the show for a full breakdown of the opening day of NHL Free Agency. July 1st didn’t disappoint, with big names on the move and big money being spent across the league. Mike, Daren, and John sort through the signings, share their thoughts on who nailed it—and who might regret it—and hand out their early verdicts on the winners and losers of Day 1 of 2025 Free Agency.

Lane Lambert joins the show to talk about his new role as head coach of the Seattle Kraken. After years of experience as an assistant, Lane discusses the transition to leading a bench and what he plans to bring to a Kraken team aiming to become a consistent playoff contender. From coaching philosophy to expectations in Seattle, it's a great look at what’s next for one of the NHL’s newest franchise...

Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly joins John and Daren to reflect on what Daren calls “the best NHL season ever.” From league-wide growth to on-ice storylines, Daly shares his thoughts on the year that was, looks ahead to the upcoming NHL Draft, and discusses the continued evolution of the league. With a new CBA announcement expected soon at the time of recording, the guys do their best to pull some i...

Vernon Krause—the man leading the charge to bring the NHL back to Atlanta—joins the show to give us a rare inside look at the expansion process. From timelines and potential locations to the motivation behind the push, Vernon lays it all out. Plus, John and Daren get an exclusive hint at what the team might be called if the dream becomes a reality.

It’s just John and Daren on this bonus episode as they take a closer look at the newest inductees into the Hockey Hall of Fame. The two break down each selection, what earned them the honour, and dive into the always-heated debate around the names that were left out — and those who deserve to get the call in the future.

Sportsnet NHL Draft Analyst Sam Cosentino joins the show to help us look ahead to the final big event of the hockey season: the NHL Draft. The crew dives into the ongoing debate between Junior Hockey and College development paths, anticipates a busy day of trades from NHL GMs, and breaks down the top prospects in this year’s draft. Sam doesn’t hold back, sharing insight and a few unexpected takes...

Kenny Albert—the busiest man in broadcasting—joins the show to reflect on calling the Stanley Cup Final and share what’s next on his jam-packed schedule. Most notably, Kenny discusses his new role as the New York Rangers’ play-by-play voice, what it means to follow in the footsteps of the legendary Sam Rosen, and how the opportunity came together.

Louie DeBrusk joins the show to break down the Stanley Cup Final from all angles. The trio takes a detailed look at how both teams got to the big stage—and what ultimately separated the champion from the runner-up. With the offseason now underway, the conversation shifts to what’s next, especially for the team that fell short and faces some major decisions moving forward.

Anaheim Ducks GM Pat Verbeek joins the show after a busy start to the offseason. Pat gives his perspective on the hiring of Joel Quenneville and what he expects from his new coach behind the bench. He also discusses the recent trade for Chris Kreider and outlines what’s next for the Ducks as they enter a new and promising phase of their rebuild.

Marco Sturm joins the show for his first interview since being named the new head coach of the Boston Bruins. He shares how his coaching journey brought him to this moment, what excites him about the opportunity, and how he plans to get the Bruins back on track after missing the playoffs last season. It’s a proper introduction to the man now behind the bench in Boston.

Darren Dreger joins the show to break down what he’s seen so far in the Stanley Cup Final—including the Florida Panthers’ dominant play—and to look ahead at what’s shaping up to be a fascinating NHL offseason. The conversation shifts to free agency and contract talks, where income tax (or the lack of it) becomes a real factor in where players choose to sign. The guys also look at the long summer a...

Legendary coach Scotty Bowman returns to the show after attending the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final. With decades of experience behind the bench, Scotty offers his perspective on the series so far and how the game has evolved over time. From insights on today’s NHL to classic tales from his iconic career, this episode is packed with hockey wisdom—and more than a few stories you won’t wa...

Ray Ferraro joins the show as the guys react to a busy week in the NHL. While the plan was to dig right into the Stanley Cup Final, Pete DeBoer’s firing in Dallas sparks an early detour. Once they shift back to the Oilers and Panthers, Ray shares his take on Game 1, including Corey Perry’s unexpected impact and whether Matthew Tkachuk could do the same in Game 2. Coaching changes, Cup Final storyl...

Jeff Blashill joins the show to talk about his new role as head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks. With previous experience leading another Original Six franchise, Blashill shares how he plans to approach this opportunity — from guiding a young core to the responsibility of coaching a generational talent like Connor Bedard. He offers insight into what he's learned, what excites him, and what’s ahead...

With the Stanley Cup Final set, Rick Bowness joins the show to help preview the series. From roster construction to coaching philosophies, Rick gives his thoughts on both teams — what separates them, where the edges lie, and what it might take to lift hockey’s ultimate prize. A great conversation with one of the most experienced minds in the game.

Rick Tocchet joins the show to reflect on the end of his time in Vancouver and the beginning of a new chapter with the Philadelphia Flyers. He walks us through what excites him most about the opportunity — from the players he’ll be coaching to the preparation required ahead of next season. It’s an honest conversation about change, challenge, and the road ahead for one of hockey’s most respected vo...

Fresh off our conversation with MLSE President & CEO Keith Pelley, Nick Kypreos joins John and Daren to keep the Maple Leafs talk rolling. How close is this team to actually competing for a Stanley Cup? What does “success” really look like after this season? And perhaps the biggest question of all — who stays and who goes this offseason? The guys also carve out time to react to the ongoing Con...

MLSE President & CEO Keith Pelley joins the show for his first podcast appearance since the conclusion of the Maple Leafs' regular season. With Brendan Shanahan's departure marking a significant shift in the organization's leadership, Pelley discusses the changes already underway and his vision for the team's future. He shares insights into the decision-making process, the challenges ahead, an...