CanesCast

The NHL trade deadline is now just a month away, so Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis discuss some of the trades that have happened and what could happen for the Canes. What do the Canes need? How do you classify a need? Plus, they answer a couple of questions from listeners and discuss milestones to wrap up the show.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis cover a lot of ground in this week's edition of the show, talking about the announcement of the outdoor game, recapping the All-Star Game and looking at what's next for the Canes.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are joined by a pair of guests for the 200th edition of the show. First, Hurricanes special contributor Scott Burnside jumps aboard to discuss the team's recent stretch of successful play and the interesting dynamic between players and the media in the pandemic world. Then, Pat Pickens, author of "The Whalers: The Rise, Fall, and Enduring Mystique of New England's...

The show starts off the new calendar year with a special guest, as Canes forward Steven Lorentz joins the program. Plus, Mike and Shane look back on the team's spectacular victory in Columbus and take a few questions as well.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are back for one final time in 2021, discussing the team's recent ten day stretch around the holidays, the fact that NHL players will not participate in the Olympics and answering a few questions from the fans.

Mike Maniscalco and Shane Willis are back for another edition of CanesCast, discussing the hectic past few days for the team. The duo starts with the challenges faced even getting to play against to Detroit and then winning the game, then rewinding to discuss Jaccob Slavin's dominant four games in Canada and then concluding with a newly-developed pyramid scheme by Shane.

In the latest episode of Canes Cast, Mike and Shane discuss the first quarter of the season, dissect the power play and look at the current state of the lineup. Special guest star Scott Burnside joins the show. Mike and Shane field questions from fans.

The Hurricanes are off to a 10-1-0 start, Shane and Mike go over the teams performance in Florida and Tampa. How the OT win against the Lightning says a lot about this team this early in the season. Shane gives some insight into the grind of playing 82 games and answer a lot of your questions on the road ahead.

This week on CanesCast, Shane and Mike break down the Canes 9-0-0 start, what to take out of the last two games while looking forward to two big games in the Sunshine State. Also discussed: why Seth Jarvis is making things difficult and why that’s a good thing, which player from the NHL’s past does Sebastian Aho remind the guys of and what does having the NHL Third Star of the month do for team co...

Scott Burnside joins Shane and Mike to discuss the Canes 5-0-0 start, Frederik Andersen settling into Carolina, what lies ahead and national attention. Plus a few more topics around the NHL. Also, Scott will also be contributing to Hurricanes.com and CanesCast all season long so grab a Storm Brew and give this one a listen.

In this episode, Shane and Mike discuss what they liked from the Hurricanes' 2-0-0 start. Jesperi Kotkaniemi is set to say bonjour to Montréal in his first trip back to his former team - what can fans expect from that? Also discussed: realistic goal paces for players that are off  to hot starts and Shane takes us into the locker room between periods. C'est Magnifique

Shane and Mike preview the Canes home opener against the New York Islanders. What can you expect from this Carolina team? How does the home team have a disadvantage in the first game of the season? What are the new players thinking and how do the veterans feel now that camp is over?  Find out in the latest episode of Canes Cast! 

Shane and Mike take a look at the Canes first two preseason games and discuss standout players and what to watch for in the final two games. With all the new faces on the team this year, how will team chemistry impact the on-ice performance?  

On the eve of training camp, Shane and Mike go over how the Metro Division stacks up this year, the impact of Tim Gleason moving behind the bench as an assistant coach in charge of the defense, how leadership takes many forms for NHL teams and grab your marshmallows as Shane tells a story around the training camp fire.

Shane and Mike discuss the training camp approach for both rookies and veterans, how to survive the physical testing at camp, what to look for in exhibition games and under-the-radar players to keep an eye on this preseason.

CanesCast gets a new co-host but a familiar voice in Shane Willis. Shane and Mike Maniscalco discuss the addition of Jesperi Kotkaniemi and how the lines could look for Rod Brind’Amour's squad. Also covered: why offer sheets are a good thing when used correctly, the NHL and the Olympics, how the Canes stack up in the Metro and what the players are doing leading up to camp. 

Gather round for a truly epic podcast production. It's Michael Smith's swan song, as his decade-long tenure with the Canes comes to an end. To celebrate, we welcome in a cavalcade of guest stars and share never-before-heard tales, plenty of laughs and a few tears. Thank you, and moi moi. Guest List Jordan Staal (19:50) Jorge Alves (27:25) Bill Burniston (38:05) Doug Bennett (53:20) Mike Sundheim (...

Everything is happening! Mike and Michael recap a frenzied two weeks, from the Expansion Draft to a record-setting NHL Draft to a roster reconstruction in free agency. There will be lots of new faces in Raleigh come Opening Night – here's how and why the Canes retooled their group from the net out. Have a question or comment for the show? Call our voicemail: (919) 500-7819 CanesCast is presented b...

Happy draft week! After the Expansion Draft on Wednesday comes the 2021 NHL Draft on Friday and Saturday. The Canes own the 27th overall selection plus seven more picks in the virtual event. Assistant General Manager Darren Yorke previews the draft, explains how the pandemic changed the team's scouting process and explores what attributes in a prospect the Canes hone in on. Have a question or comm...

Assistant General Manager Eric Tulsky brings his smarts and insights to CanesCast, which immediately boosts the combined IQ of the pod. Tulsky discusses how the Canes are preparing for the upcoming Expansion Draft and assesses the wide-ranging impacts of a flat salary cap. We also learn more about Tulsky's background, his foray into hockey and the Canes' talented analytics team. Have a question or...

Tom Dundon, now the sole owner of the Carolina Hurricanes, joins the podcast to discuss what he's learned in his first three years with the team, provide some clarity on the future outdoor game and explore how the Canes can take the next step with Rod Brind'Amour at the helm. Mike and Michael then offer some final thoughts on awards, dip their toes into Expansion Draft talk and answer a voicemail....

It's award season for the NHL, and after Rod Brind'Amour won the Jack Adams Award, Jaccob Slavin was named the winner of the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for his sportsmanship, gentlemanly conduct and high standard of playing ability. Mike and Michael explain why Slavin was a runaway winner and an incredibly deserving recipient. Then, some thoughts on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, plus your voicemails. H...

June 17 was a pretty good day for Rod Brind'Amour and the Canes, who inked their head coach to a three-year contract extension. Later, Brind'Amour won the Jack Adams Award as the NHL's coach of the year. And he is, of course, the very special guest for this Brind'Amour-centric episode of CanesCast. Get jacked! Have a question or comment for the show? Call our voicemail: (919) 500-7819 CanesCast is...

The Canes were eliminated from the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Tampa Bay Lightning. What did we learn from their Second Round match-up against the champs? What steps forward were made? How can the team parlay regular-season success into capturing the ultimate prize? Mike and Michael answer those questions, plus more that are on your minds. Have a question or comment for the show? Call our voi...

After eliminating the Predators in a dramatic Game 6 overtime win in Nashville, the Canes now find themselves down 2-0 to the Lightning as the Second Round series shifts to Tampa. Mike and Michael offer their takeaways from the first two games. What did the Canes do well, and where is there room for improvement? Then, we dive into your voicemails. Have a question or comment for the show? Call our...