Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

Detroit Red Wings shock Toronto Maple Leafs with Cam Talbot's stellar performance. Is this the start of a Red Wings resurgence? Cam Stuart and Alex Wiederspiel break down the Red Wings' impressive sweep, highlighting Talbot's game-changing saves and Dylan Larkin's clutch goal. The discussion covers the Maple Leafs' offensive struggles, potential playoff implications, and how Jim Montgomery's tacti...

The Colorado Avalanche have points in their first three games but can they sustain their early success?  Chris Micieli of Locked On Avalanche joins us to discuss the fast start of Martin Necas, the impact of newcomer Brent Burns and what having Gabriel Landeskog back means for this team.  The Montreal Canadiens have won two of their first three games behind the strong play of Zachary Bolduc. But c...

The Great 8 plays in the worlds most famous arena looking to get closer to 900 goals but it was a backup that stole the show. Plus a look at the NHL holiday schedule. That and more on this edition of Locked on NHL Game Night.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHLfor $2...

HOCKEYPALOOZA! with every team in the NHL in action on Saturday. We had a HUGE showdown between Central Division rivals Mile High, the defending champs just keep winning, we had a battle of Kiril’s in the State of Hockey and the Sharks find a way to lose again. We have it all on this edition of Locked on NHL Game Night.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Now, you can speed up your hi...

Get ready for the latest updates on the PWHL preseason as we dive into what we know so far and tackle the big questions still looming!  Hosts Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner break down the newly released preseason schedule, including training camps, scrimmages, and media day plans. They also explore lingering uncertainties like team names for Seattle and Vancouver, the playoff format, and how the...

With the start of the new NHL season, some top rookies have made their debuts. How did players like Matthew Schaefer, Ze'ev Buium, Ryan Leonard and Ivan Demidov do. Meanwhile the San Jose Sharks opted to hold second overall pick Michael Misa out of their season opener. How did the rookies fare and what is the best way to develop them? Plus we discuss some old faces in new places like J.T. Miller,...

BIG playoff rematches one in the East, one in the West, the defending champs SCRATCH out another win, we had a hat trick, two shutouts and a finish out west you WON'T BELIEVE. All that and more on this edition of Locked on NHL Game Night.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to  https://indeed.com/locked...

Two days into the young NHL season, it's time to draw some knee-jerk conclusions. Hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies explore early developing plot lines through games, including Mitch Marner's fit in Las Vegas, Mike Sullivan getting off to a slow start in New York, why the Oilers might be a defense-first team, and so much more.  0:00 Intro and overreactions to NHL season start 5:12 Mike Sullivan...

NHL opening night delivers thrilling comebacks and unexpected twists. Can the LA Kings' youth movement sustain their momentum after stunning the Vegas Golden Knights? Hosts Cam Stuart and Alex Wiederspiel break down four electrifying matchups, including the Calgary Flames' historic rally against the Edmonton Oilers and the Toronto Maple Leafs' dominant win over the Montreal Canadiens. The Boston B...

The NHL season is here, the march to a 3-peat is on for the defending champs, the Rangers are looking for a bounce back under their new coach and the final season for an LA legend is underway all that and more on this edition of Locked on NHL Game Night.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to  https://i...

Connor McDavid's latest contract move sends shockwaves through the NHL. The Edmonton Oilers superstar inked a short-term extension worth $12.5 million annually, leaving fans and analysts buzzing about his future. Dive into the implications of McDavid's decision, including the Oilers' razor-thin salary cap situation and the potential for a historic free agency frenzy. The hosts break down a wild pr...

The Minnesota Wild had an eventful week, signing Kirill Kaprizov and Filip Gustavsson to big contract extensions including a record-setting deal for the high scoring forward.  Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild joins us to discuss the two deals, how well Bill Guerin did on both of them and what it means for the Wild going forward both on the ice and with the cap.  The Utah Mammoth thought they had thei...

On today’s Women’s Hockey Report, Erica L. Ayala & Rachel Donner run down what we know about the PWHL schedule. When does the season puck drop? When do PWHL Seattle & Vancouver get their home debuts? How does a PWHL Takeover Tour fit in what we know?  Then we look at the press conference for 2025 PWHL Draft Picks Kristyna Kaltounkova’s 3 year deal with the NY Sirens & their rebuild. And IIHF Women...

With the NHL season just ahead, we analyze which teams and players will surprise and disappoint this season. Will the Ottawa Senators or Utah Mammoth surprise? Which team will hit rock bottom this season? Is Alex Ovechkin going to show his age this season? We delve into our predictions for the year ahead. Plus, we have the latest news on contract extensions for Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch and Jack...

The NHL's betting favorites range from the odds on the Edmonton Oilers (+800) all the way down to the Winnipeg Jets (+1700). With a robust contender class, hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies make the case against Fanduel Sportsbook, today's presenting sponsor, the top ten teams to take home the Stanley Cup. Nick and Hunter explore familiar teams stuck beneath the glass ceiling, such as the Carol...

Can the Vancouver Canucks shake off an absolutely disastrous 2024-25? Are the San Jose Sharks ready to climb out of the league’s basement? Where exactly are the Seattle Kraken going? And are the Anaheim Ducks the most likely Pacific team to jump into the playoffs after missing last year? In a special Pacific Division Hopefuls round table preview, JD Young (Locked On Sharks), Kyle Kjer (Locked On D...

Is the third time the charm for the Edmonton Oilers? Will Mitch Marner take the Vegas Golden Knights back to the Stanley Cup Final? Can Dustin Wolf do it again for the Calgary Flames? And are the Los Angeles Kings destined to lose in round one to Edmonton forever? In a special Pacific Division Contenders round table preview, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames), Chris...

Can Connor Bedard break out and help pull the Chicago Blackhawks rebuild out of the muck? Are the Utah Mammoth primed to make a serious leap? Can the Nashville Predators shake off a shockingly miserable season? And are the St. Louis Blues really as good as they were down the stretch last year? In a special Central Division Hopefuls Round Table preview, Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators), Haley Taylo...

*RECORDED BEFORE KIRILL KAPRIZOV SIGNED THE LARGEST CONTRACT IN NHL HISTORY Can the Winnipeg Jets repeat as President’s Trophy winners despite major offseason losses? Are the Colorado Avalanche under pressure to make a deep playoff run? Will the Dallas Stars finally make a Stanley Cup Final after three-straight Conference Final exits? And what about the Minnesota Wild, who are finally free from sa...

Can the New York Islanders bounce back up the standings under new front office leadership? Are the Pittsburgh Penguins nearing the end of the Sidney Crosby / Evgeni Malkin / Kris Letang era? Do the Philadelphia Flyers have enough in support of young star Matvei Michkov? And will the young Columbus Blue Jackets take a step forward? In a special Locked On NHL Metro Division Hopefuls season preview,...

Can the Washington Capitals repeat their magical 2024-25 NHL season that saw them top the Eastern Conference? Can the New York Rangers bounce back from a terrible season? Will this FINALLY be the year the Carolina Hurricanes make it back to the Stanley Cup Final? And can the New Jersey Devils just stay healthy? Today in the Locked On NHL Metro Contenders Season Preview Special, Jon Chik (Locked On...

Can the Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings FINALLY snap their historically long playoff droughts? Can the Boston Bruins return to their usual winning ways after a disaster season? And are the Montreal Canadiens the class of this crop of four squads? In a special Atlantic Divison Hopefuls season preview, Joe DiBiase (Locked On Sabres), Brian Fisher (Locked On Red Wings), Ian McLaren (Locked On Br...

*RECORDED BEFORE THE ALEX BARKOV INJURY NEWS Are the Tampa Bay Lightning the favourites to get back to the top of the Atlantic Division? Can the Toronto Maple Leafs withstand the loss of 100-point scorer Mitch Marner? Do the Ottawa Senators have another playoff-level season in them? And are the 2-time defending champion Florida Panthers in tough to complete the 3-peat? In a special Atlantic Conten...

Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover all the biggest stories from the NHL. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with M...

The Locked On NHL podcast explores burning questions for the Los Angeles Kings, Dallas Stars, and Toronto Maple Leafs ahead of the 2025-2026 season. Hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young discuss the Kings' playoff struggles against Edmonton, Dallas' coaching change after Pete DeBoer's controversial comments, and Toronto's roster adjustments following Mitch Marner's departure. They analyze each team's str...