The DFO Rundown

The NHL offseason just took another wild turn. Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek break down the blockbuster offer sheet submitted to Leo Carlsson and debate whether the Anaheim Ducks should match or take the draft pick compensation. What does Pavel Mintyukov's new contract mean for Anaheim's cap situation, and how does Cutter Gauthier fit into the equation? The guys also discuss Utah's decision on Barre...

The biggest names are still on the board. Today Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp break down the NHL's remaining free agents, including Patrick Kane, Claude Giroux, Anthony Mantha, Jamie Benn and Evander Kane, discussing which teams make the most sense and who could still provide tremendous value later this summer. The guys also look back at the biggest moves of NHL free agency, highlighting their favori...

Welcome to a special live show of the DFO Rundown Insider Edition! With the first two days of NHL free agency in the books, insiders David Pagnotta and Irfaan Gaffar are break down everything you still need to know as the landscape around the NHL shifts. They are taking your questions live in the chat, mapping out team-by-team fits, and pointing out which moves are still to come. #NHL #nhlfreeagen...

The NHL Draft may be over, but the trade market is only getting started. Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek react to one of the busiest draft weekends in recent memory, beginning with Pavel Dorofeyev's blockbuster move to the New York Rangers and what it means for both New York and the Vegas Golden Knights. The guys break down the St. Louis Blues acquiring Mason McTavish, Boston landing JJ Peterka, Carol...

Welcome to a special live show of the DFO Rundown Insider Edition! With the draft finally upon us, NHL insiders David Pagnotta and Irfaan Gaffar are breaking down everything you need to know before the first name is called tomorrow in Buffalo. The guys map out the board with a final, comprehensive look at the top prospects, evaluating how the draft board is shaking out and separating the draft-flo...

The NHL offseason is already in full swing, and the biggest trades may still be ahead. Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp react to a wild week around the league, including Bowen Byram heading to the Chicago Blackhawks, Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch joining the Washington Capitals, and what these blockbuster moves mean ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. The guys debate whether Connor Hellebuyck is destined to be tr...

This episode couldn't wait till morning... The NHL offseason just delivered its biggest shocker yet. Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek break down the blockbuster trade that sends Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators to the Florida Panthers. Why did Ottawa make the move? What comes next for Steve Staios and the Senators? And does adding Brady alongside Matthew Tkachuk instantly make Florida the team to...

The NHL offseason is in full swing and the trade market is starting to heat up. Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp break down the Toronto Maple Leafs' acquisition and extension of Darren Raddysh, why the deal makes sense for both Toronto and Tampa Bay, and how the Maple Leafs are reshaping their blue line under new head coach Jim Hiller. The guys also discuss the Colorado Avalanche moving Ross Colton to N...

The Carolina Hurricanes are Stanley Cup champions, ending a 20-year wait and cementing themselves as one of the NHL's model franchises. Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek break down Carolina's championship run, discussing the impact of Jordan Staal, Taylor Hall, Rod Brind'Amour, Eric Tulsky, and the organizational philosophy that turned the Hurricanes into Stanley Cup winners. They also examine what come...

The Vegas Golden Knights are on the brink of elimination and will need a win in Game 6 to keep their Stanley Cup hopes alive. Can they force a winner-take-all Game 7, or are the Carolina Hurricanes ready to finish the job? Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp break down the biggest storylines heading into a pivotal Game 6, including Carter Hart's difficult Stanley Cup Final, Jordan Staal's incredible run an...

The Stanley Cup Final may still be rolling on, but NHL offseason is already in full swing. Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta break down the growing speculation surrounding Connor Hellebuyck's future in Winnipeg, including reports that the Jets star may be open to a move. The guys discuss why the Florida Panthers continue to be linked to the Vezina winner, what a potential trade package could look l...

Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final delivered everything. Mitch Marner records the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history, the Carolina Hurricanes erase a four-goal deficit, and the Vegas Golden Knights still find a way to win in double overtime. Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek break down the wild comeback, Shea Theodore's overtime winner, the growing Game 4 goalie controversy in Carolina, and whe...

The Stanley Cup Final has officially become a series. On today's DFO Rundown, we break down Carolina's incredible third-period comeback to even the Stanley Cup Final at one game apiece. We discuss the controversial challenge that changed the game, Tomas Hertl's rollercoaster night, Brett Howden's remarkable playoff run, and whether the momentum has completely shifted heading into Game 3. Then we t...

On this episode of DFO Rundown: Insider Edition, David Pagnotta and Irfaan Gaffar break down the latest coaching carousel around the NHL. They discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' ongoing search for a new bench boss and why names like Dallas Eakins and Patrick Roy are in the mix. Plus, they examine Nashville's decision to hand Chris MacFarland a major leadership role and what it means for the future o...

Jeff Marek and Jason Gregor break down some of the biggest proposed NHL rule changes and debate whether the league should make significant adjustments to the game. From contract length limits and 3-on-3 overtime changes to embellishment penalties, referee accountability, neutral-zone faceoffs, penalty-kill rules, and NHL rink size, the guys discuss which ideas could improve the league and which sh...

In Episode 470 of The Rundown, Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp begin with a heartfelt conversation about the life and legacy of Claude Lemieux following his passing at the age of 60. The discussion goes beyond hockey, touching on mental health, life after professional sports, the challenges many men face after retirement, and why these conversations matter. The guys then shift to the Stanley Cup Playof...

The Colorado Avalanche are officially on the brink. After blowing a 3-0 lead to the Vegas Golden Knights, the Avs now trail the series 3-0 and face massive questions heading into Game 4. Jeff Marek and Jason Gregor break down Tomas Hertl’s huge night, Nathan MacKinnon battling through injury, Colorado’s goaltending situation, and whether major offseason changes could be coming if the Avs are elimi...

The Montreal Canadiens came out flying in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final, stunning the Carolina Hurricanes with a statement road win. Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp break down how the Habs exploited Carolina’s aggressive style, why Cole Caufield and Ivan Demidov finding their offense changes everything, and whether the Hurricanes should actually be worried after one game. Plus, the guys dive i...

The NHL offseason rumour mill is heating up on this episode of DFO Rundown Insider Edition with Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta. The guys break down the latest coaching updates around the league, including the the Los Angeles Kings’ ongoing coaching search and changes behind the Boston Bruins bench.. They also discuss how these coaching decisions could impact pending UFAs and roster construction...

Can the Canadiens finish the job on home ice, or will the Sabres finally break through in a winner-take-all moment? We dive into the controversial standings discussion surrounding this matchup, the pressure facing Buffalo’s core players, and why this Game 7 could have major offseason implications for both franchises moving forward. We also take a closer look at two rising NHL stars in Rasmus Dahli...

The NHL coaching carousel keeps spinning — and this time, Kris Knoblauch is out in Edmonton. On today’s episode of the DFO Rundown, we break down the Edmonton Oilers’ decision to fire Knoblauch and examine the growing trend of NHL coaches getting fired after only one or two seasons behind the bench. Are teams becoming too impatient? Is the pressure to win immediately creating impossible expectatio...

The playoffs are approaching the halfway point, but the NHL's offseason drama is already in FULL swing. On this episode of DFO Rundown Insider Edition, Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta break down the Oilers firing Kris Knoblauch, why Bruce Cassidy is the name everyone’s watching, and what massive roster changes could still be coming in Edmonton. They also dive into the Maple Leafs’ coaching search...

Welcome to The DFO Rundown! Jason Gregor and Jeff Marek break down another massive night in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Carolina Hurricanes continue their historic run and send another message to the rest of the NHL. They also dive into the Montreal Canadiens taking control of their series, what’s changed for the Habs, and whether momentum is beginning to shift in their favour. Plus, with the...

Welcome to the DFO Rundown! Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp break down another night of Stanley Cup Playoff action. The Carolina Hurricanes continue their dominant postseason run and now look nearly impossible to slow down. Can anyone solve their aggressive style and elite penalty kill? They also dive into the pressure building on the Montreal Canadiens after falling behind Buffalo, why the Sabres look...

NHL offseason chaos is already underway Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta break down the Maple Leafs landing the 1st overall pick and what it means for Toronto’s future, including the possibility of adding Gavin McKenna and reshaping the roster around Auston Matthews. The guys also dive into the Canucks’ GM search, why Pierre Dorion created such a strong reaction in Vancouver, and which candidates...