The Big Show

- Grading the Jack Eichel trade for the Vegas Golden Knights and the Buffalo Sabres - With Eichel dealt, who takes over as the hottest name in the trade-rumor mill now? - Did Jeremy Colliton deserve to be fired as the Chicago Blackhawks' head coach? - What will happen to Don Fehr now that the NHLPA board has approved an independent investigation into how Kyle Beach's allegations were handled in 20...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Following a presser in which the NHL addressed Kyle Beach's sexual assault allegations against Brad Aldrich, do we trust the NHL to make meaningful changes and support victims going forward? - Why was Kevin Cheveldayoff allowed to stay on as Winnipeg Jets' GM, and do we put much weight into Mark Chipman's mis...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Chicago Blackhawks are the first team in 40-plus years to go six games without holding a lead to open a season. Are they fixable? Do they need a coaching change? - The Toronto Maple Leafs stumble to a 2-4-1 start. Is it time to panic, or is it much ado about nothing? - Connor McDavid opens his season with...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - One week into the NHL season, what early overreaction storyline actually matters? - The NHL suspends San Jose Sharks left winger Evander Kane 21 games for violating COVID-19 protocols. Has Kane played his last NHL game? - Star right winger Nikita Kucherov is out long-term with a lower-body injury. Will the Ta...

Disclaimer: Matt's mic had some issues to begin, but was fixed after the initial segment. This week on The Hockey News Fantasy Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: - Top waiver-wire pickups for shallow, medium and deep leagues - Strategy tip of the week: be open-minded early on - Starting Lineup: Best TV shows of the NHL off-season - Taking listener questions on pool topics such as: (a) Which...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Ottawa Senators are on the verge of starting their season without star RFA left winger Brady Tkachuk. What must GM Pierre Dorion due to get Tkachuk signed? - The Montreal Canadiens sign center Nick Suzuki to an eight-year contract at a $7.875-million AAV. Who wins the deal? - The Seattle Kraken name defen...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Robin Lehner calls out the NHL on several controversial topics, from distributing drugs to the Buffalo Sabres' handling of injuries. Is what he's doing good for the sport? - Edmonton Oilers right winger Josh Archibald's season and career are in jeopardy due to myocarditis after...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's our 2021-22 Pacific Division Preview. We break down the Anaheim Ducks, Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks, Seattle Kraken, Vancouver Canucks, and Vegas Golden Knights as follows: - Predicted place in standings - Likes - Dislikes - Overall outlook if a fan of that team stopp...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's our 2021-22 Metropolitan Division Preview. We break down the Carolina Hurricanes, Columbus Blue Jackets, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, New York Rangers and Washington Capitals as follows: - Predicted place in standings - Likes - Dislikes - Overall outlook...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's our 2021-22 Central Division Preview. We break down the Arizona Coyotes, Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, Nashville Predators, St. Louis Blues and Winnipeg Jets as follows: - Predicted place in standings - Likes - Dislikes - Overall outlook if a fan of that team stopped...

Senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin break down all eight teams from the Atlantic Division and answer questions from listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - The Montreal Canadiens have until Saturday to match the Carolina Hurricanes' one-year, $6.1-million offer sheet for Jesperi Kotkaniemi. What should Habs GM Marc Bergevin do? - Jack Eichel switches agents, hires CAA super-agent Pat Brisson. What impact will Brisson have on the Buffalo Sabres' chances of tradin...

Kim St-Pierre is the first female goaltender inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. She is a three-time Olympic gold medalist and is most remembered for her incredible play in the Salt Lake City finale in 2002 when the Canadian women brought back gold for the first time. She reminisces with Sami Jo Small about big games, great teammates, and lessons learned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - Henrik Lundqvist retires. Where does he rank among the best all-time goaltenders? - Defenseman and reigning No. 1 overall draft pick Owen Powers opts for another year at Michigan rather than joining the Buffalo Sabres. Is it a smart decision? - Vladimir Tarasenko and Evgeny Kuznetsov remain with their respect...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writer Ryan Kennedy: It's a special all-mailbag edition for the dog days of summer! Listener questions include: - A rookie ready to shine - Are the Senators close to being a Stanley Cup contender? - Which player needs to have a make-it-or-break-it-year? - Who is the most underpaid goaltender right now? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writer Matt Larkin: It's a special all-mailbag edition for the dog days of summer! Listener questions include: - Will Tuukka Rask play in the NHL again? - Would the Oilers trade Leon Draisaitl if they don't improve in the next couple seasons? - Which teams would roll the dice on a Jack Eichel disk surgery? - Will Kirill Kaprizov really leave for th...

On a special episode of The Hockey News Podcast, Chicago Blackhawks defensemen and brothers Seth and Caleb Jones join senior writer Matt Larkin to discuss a variety of topics, including: - Why Seth committed to the Blackhawks on a long-term deal - Their reactions to becoming teammates after both were traded this off-season - Training and living together - Seth's venture into the Hemp and CBD busin...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin? - Evander Kane's wife Anna Kane accuses him of gambling on his own games and throwing games. If the NHL finds evidence to confirm his guilt, what is an appropriate punishment? - A few playoff contenders have been notably silent this off-season. Which fan bases should be particularly worried about their teams st...

On the latest Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: - We run down the winners and losers as Day 1 of 2021 NHL free agency winds down. Which teams made the smartest moves? Which teams did too much or too little? - Which high-impact players are still available on the UFA market? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's a special preview episode on the eve of unrestricted free agency. Topics include: - Projected landing spots and/or bets fits for top UFAs from Dougie Hamilton to Philipp Grubauer to Blake Coleman and more - Top candidates to be overpaid - Top bargain candidates - Best cost-efficient targets for goalie-star...

Which teams came out looking like geniuses? Which teams missed the mark? Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis break down the winners and losers from the 2021 NHL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Kennedy and Steven Ellis react to Day 1 of the NHL draft, including the winners on Friday, the Logan Mailloux pick and the trades that proceeded the action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did the Seattle Kraken do at the NHL expansion draft? What's next for the league's newest franchise? Steven Ellis, Avry Lewis-McDougall, Nick Emanuelli and David Alter break down Wednesday's big event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Hockey News Podcast, with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: It's a special preview episode for the 2021 NHL entry draft, including: - Projecting the top five selections - Is the 2021 draft class relatively "weak"? - Will we see more busts and steals this year because of COVID-19's impact on scouting? - Who will be the steal of the draft in the mid-to-late rounds? - Pred...

This week on The Hockey News Podcast with senior writers Ryan Kennedy and Matt Larkin: We preview the Seattle Kraken expansion draft, which takes place July 21. Topics include: - Should GM Ron Francis build a team that competes right away or one that will contend years down the road? - Which bad contracts might the Kraken be willing to acquire? - Who will be Seattle's starting goalie on opening ni...