Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

The Florida Panthers have lost captain Aleksander Barkov., probably for the entire season. How do the Panthers overcome the loss of one of their top players? Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers joins us to discuss the impact of the injury, who must step up without Barkov in the lineup and what moves the team may make to try to replace some of Barkov's productivity. The Los Angeles Kings lo...

Amanda Pelkey joins PWHL Seattle as an advisor, and the Women's Hockey Report team dives into what this means for the team and the league.  In this episode, hosts Erica L. Ayala, Ava Wood, and Angelica Rodriguez break down the impact of Pelkey's transition from player to executive, her decorated career, and how her experience could shape PWHL Seattle’s inaugural season. They also explore the broad...

With the NHL season fast approaching, we take a deep dive into where every team will finish. We discuss the Fan Duel point projections for all 32 teams and break down whether they will meet, exceed or fall short of those projections and why.  Who will be the surprise teams in the NHL in 2025-26 and who will let their fans down? We break it all down for you on today's show. All this and more on tod...

Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights discuss the St. Louis Blues for the upcoming season. Will the Blues be able to put behind last years heartbreaking end to the season? What have they done to improve this offseason? We get all inside info and more with Locked On St. Louis Blues expert Haley Taylor Simon on this episode of Locked on NHL GameNight.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a...

We break down the top 10 centers in the NHL heading into the 2025 season! From Connor McDavid's dominance to rising stars like Jack Hughes, hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies break down the best in the world down the middle.  1:35 - #10: Sebastian Aho  5:36 - #9: Jack Hughes 8:32  8:32 - #8: Brayden Point 10:15 - #7: Sidney Crosby 12:13 - #7: Jack Eichel 15:10 - #6: Sasha Barkov 19:10 - #5: Aust...

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 Mon...

Are the Carolina Hurricanes destined for playoff heartbreak again? The perennial contenders face mounting pressure to translate regular-season dominance into postseason success. Seth Toupal and guest JD Young dissect the Hurricanes' aggressive front office moves and strong prospect pool, questioning if they have the superstar talent needed for a deep Cup run. Rod Brind'Amour's coaching impact come...

The negotiations between the Edmonton Oilers and Connor McDavid are still ongoing. The team has yet to reach a new deal with their super star player.  Nick Zararis of Locked On Oilers joins us to discuss the standoff, where things are likely headed and why and the key newcomers the Oilers are hoping can keep the team at an elite level this season.  There are rumors that the Carolina Hurricanes are...

Did Stan Kasten just spill big PWHL news?  Join hosts Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner on the Women's Hockey Report, part of the Locked On NHL Network, as they unpack what this expansion means for the league. From Vancouver and Seattle's successes to potential future teams like Quebec City or Detroit, they explore the strategy behind the league's growth and the impact on players and fans.  This ep...

It's never too early to talk Stanley Cup Playoffs. As training camps open across the NHL, we discuss the playoff format, whether it has gotten stale and needs changes and what some possible changes could be. Should the NHL expand the number of playoff teams, go back to a 1 vs. 8 format rather than a division format or maybe even have a play in round like the NBA. We also discuss the players' feeli...

The NHL is a boon period for talent and the winger position is no exception. On today's episode, hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies debate the ten best wingers in the NHL ranging from Mitch Marner's sublime two way game, Matthew Tkachuk's power forward presence or the unbelievable release of David Pastrnak. There's something for everyone on this episode of locked on NHL Why Nikita Kucherov is st...

Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights discuss the Philadelphia Flyers for the upcoming season. Is the Flyers rebuild on schedule? Is Rick Tocchet the man to help turn things around? We get all inside info and more with Locked On Philadelphia Flyers expert Rachel Donner on this episode of Locked on NHL GameNight.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process w...

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 Mon...

Boston Bruins shake up leadership: Can new coach Marco Sturm revitalize the team? The 2025-26 season brings major changes for the Bruins, with Sturm taking the helm and Don Sweeney's future as GM hanging in the balance. Cam Stuart and Shukri Wrights, joined by Ian McLaren from Locked On Bruins, break down Sturm's potential impact, Sweeney's track record, and the roster's scoring capabilities. Key...

Will the St. Louis Blues make a playoff push this season? The Central Division heats up as teams vie for wild card spots. Explore the Blues' roster changes and their impact on playoff chances. Dive into the Minnesota Wild's high-stakes contract negotiations with star player Kirill Kaprizov. How will this potential record-setting deal reshape the NHL market? The conversation shifts to the Ottawa Se...

The Pittsburgh Penguins came up with a unique way to honor goalie Marc-Andre Fleury as he announced his retirement from the NHL. He will play in a preseason game for the team later this month on a PTO.  Hunter Hodies of Locked On Penguins discusses Fleury's legacy and what he's meant to the Penguins fans and organization over the course of his career. Plus he breaks down some of the team's top pro...

On today’s Women’s Hockey Report, Erica L. Ayala & Rachel Donner run down what we know about the PWHL schedule as of now. What will it look like, how will the playoffs look, and will there be a PWHL Takeover Tour? And how does the IIHF International schedule impact the schedule? Then we look at the reported pay cut being agreed to by PWHL MVP Marie-Philip Poulin. Should she have to take a cut to a...

Hockey is back! NHL rookie camps have opened across the league as players hit the ice for the first time this season. And right after rookie camps come rookie tournaments with 30 of the 32 teams taking part in tournaments over the next few days. We discuss the two teams that won't be participating (the New York Islanders and Washington Capitals) as well as some of the top prospects to watch in eac...

The NHL is littered with world-class defensemen, ranging from Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche to Quinn Hughes on the Vancouver Canucks, the position group has never been more robust. On today's episode, hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies rank the top ten defensemen in the NHL, including why Adam Fox is getting too much hate, why Rasmus Dahlin is poised to jump into the Norris conversation,...

Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover the NHLs Media Tour which included interesting quotes from bother Jack and Quinn Hughes, an update on Connor Bedard and Sidney Crosby…plus, Dustin Wolf has signed a huge contract extension with the Calgary Flames. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download...

In this episode of Locked on NHL, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young analyze the prospects of three NHL teams for the upcoming season. They discuss the Montreal Canadiens' potential to build on their playoff appearance, examining key players like Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, and the impact of new additions.  The conversation shifts to the New Jersey Devils, exploring their roster challenges and the...

Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights discuss the Utah Mammoth for the upcoming season. Are the Mammoth ready to give us playoff hockey in Utah? Is Clayton Keller ready for a 100 point season? We get all inside info and more with Locked On Utah Mammoth expert Tom Callahan on this episode of Locked on NHL GameNight. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Ga...

The Tampa Bay Lightning look to extend their window for Stanley Cup contention but have they done enough to close the gap with the Florida Panthers? Nick Morgan of Locked On Lightning joins us to discuss the offseason moves and the keys to overtaking the defending Stanley Cup champions for the Bolts.  The Colorado Avalanche are looking to return to Cup glory, but have they done enough this offseas...

PWHL Seattle is making waves with their bold draft picks, and we’re breaking it all down! 🏒  Join hosts Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner as they discuss standout selections like Jenna Buglioni and Hannah Murphy, the team's strategy in building a competitive roster, and how these choices set Seattle up for success in their inaugural season. From top-line powerhouses to potential breakout rookies,...

Hilary Knight Joins PWHL Seattle 🚨 Big Move!  Women's hockey fans, this is the ultimate power play! The Women's Hockey Report dives into PWHL Seattle’s bold first steps, starting with the signing of hockey legend Hilary Knight.  Join hosts Erica L. Ayala, Rachel Donner, and special guest Ava Wood (@365_HockeyGirl) as they explore how Knight’s leadership and legacy set the tone for Seattle’s inaug...