The FAN Hockey Show

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on today's show with a look back on last night's NHL action alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They start off discussing the lack of discipline for Jalen Chatfield after wrestling Connor McMichael down to the ice during their fight, before forecasting how the playoff picture is shaping up as the season winds down. Friedge also dives into the Maple Le...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly, discussing the NHL’s renewed partnership with Rogers, potential playoff formats, and the state of Utah HC. Panthers Insider Bill Lindsay (29:36) then joins to preview tonight’s matchup against the Leafs, addressing the importance of winning the division and whether the Panthers have improved since last...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show by previewing tonight’s lineup of games. They are then joined by Mike Russo (18:16) from The Athletic to discuss the Minnesota Wild’s recent loss to the New Jersey Devils. Topics include Kirill Kaprizov’s timeline for a return, Marcus Foligno's impact and leadership on the team, and Mike's insights into Marc-André Fleury's final season in th...

Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to recap last night’s shootouts, which included matchups between the Minnesota Wild and the New Jersey Devils, as well as the Calgary Flames and the Colorado Avalanche. They discuss the future of the Flames, their shift in attitude, and their push for a playoff spot. Next, the conversation turns to the Calder Trophy race, debating whether Matvei...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with ‘The Futa Five.’ They are then joined by Ryan Leslie (14:07) from Hockey Night in Canada to discuss the state of the Calgary Flames, their pursuit of a playoff spot, the impact of Nazem Kadri, and the futures of Connor Zary and Mackenzie Weegar. Following that, Vegas Golden Knights Insider Gary Lawless (40:10) comes on the show to talk...

Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa of 32 Thoughts to talk about the Leafs' trip to California, how they'll manage goaltender workloads down the stretch, the St. Louis Blues' playoff chances, and if Jim Montgomery will be nominated for the Jack Adams Award. Later, the lads discuss potential playoff matchups and wrap up with Ovechkin's goal chase. The views and opinions expressed in...

The FAN Hockey Show opens with Mike Futa and Matt Marchese sifting through Friday's edition of 'The Futa Five'. Next up, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (17:22) joins the conversation to take a trip around the NHL. They discuss the Wild Card teams that can make some noise in the playoffs, how the Josh Norris trade impacted Ottawa's room, Connor Zary's injury, how the Kings are shaping up, Quinn Hughes'...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show reflecting on a rough night for many Canadian NHL teams alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They start with the Flames' effort in a 5-2 loss to the Stars, Connor Zary's injury, and the latest debate of goaltender interference featuring Calgary's Joel Farabee. Friedge discusses the Canadiens' loss in the midst of their p...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into this episode of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Jason Bukala, Sportsnet analyst and former NHL executive, in-studio! Bukes clears up his beef with Leafs Nation, before diving into the NHL's rising salary cap, the Oilers' lack of response after collisions with both of their netminders, and how the playoff race is shaping up in the Western Conference. Later, the t...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing John Tortorella's dismissal from the Flyers' bench. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins the conversation to share his view on the situation in Philly, Tortorella's comments following his team's 7-2 loss to the Maple Leafs, and who might be in line to take the job. Mike shares some stories from the NHL draft floor,...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa chat with Louie DeBrusk about the Oilers’ playoff outlook, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' potential without McDavid and Draisaitl, and a possible rematch with the Kings. Ryan Whitney (26:48) from Spittin' Chiclets discusses the Predators' struggles, the Oilers’ playoff push, and a possible Leafs vs. Senators matchup, plus Ovechkin’s goal chase and Marchand’s Panthers debut. Anna...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with former NHL forward Cam Janssen, who discusses his favourite memories from his playing days, the state of the St. Louis Blues, what drives their success, and Jordan Kyrou's outstanding season. Dale Murphy (18:48), Sportsnet Reporter for the Vancouver Canucks, then joins the show to discuss the team's fight for a playoff position, managing T...

Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa of 32 Thoughts to discuss Patrick Roy's post-game comments on a controversial Montreal Canadiens goal, why the goal should have been called off, and a recap of last night's game between the Vancouver Canucks and the New Jersey Devils. Next, the boys discuss Jakob Chychrun's contract extension with the Washington Capitals, its significance, and th...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into this episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on the biggest stories from the weekend on 'The Futa Five'! Sam Rosen (15:46), legendary play-by-play voice of the Rangers, checks in from New York to chat about his journey as a broadcaster, memorable moments throughout his career, and his signature style of calling games, before sharing his view on the state o...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off a new week of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on Sunday's near-fight between netminders Jeremy Swayman and Darcy Kuemper alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They dive into the palpable energy at the Bell Centre this weekend, Christian Dvorak's redemption story in Montreal, and the path for the Canadiens to reach the postseason. Friedge also looks into the...

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show with a look back on last night's NHL action alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman! They start with thoughts on Connor McDavid's lower-body injury sustained against the Jets and the Maple Leafs' 4-3 victory over the Rangers. Friedge dives deeper into Matthew Knies' strong play of late and how it will impact his contract...

    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode of The FAN Hockey with thoughts on reverting the NHL playoff format back to 1 vs. 8. Sportsnet's Anna Dua (18:23) joins the guys in-studio to defend the Maple Leafs after their slump in March, before sharing her choice for the best Canadian team in Cup contention, which playoff club has the most underlying concerns, and one rule she would propose to im...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this midweek edition of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They dive into Gary Bettman's press conference today to break down the NHL Commissioner's comments on the decentralized draft, Collective Bargaining Agreement, and All-Star game format. Friedge examines the Canadiens' five-goal third period to snatch a win away from the Senator...

Former NHL netminder Carter Hutton kicks off this episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking at the NHL playoff picture alongside Matt Marchese and Mike Futa. Carter makes his picks for who will snatch the final Wild Card spots in both conferences, before chatting about the Oilers' situation in goal and the front-runners for the Vezina Trophy. Next up, Stu Cowan (18:17) of the Montreal Gazette sheds l...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on The FAN Hockey Show with a look back on all the action for Monday's slate of games, before Sportsnet's own Elliotte Friedman joins the conversation! They begin chatting about the discourse surrounding Ryan Huska behind the bench in Calgary, before diving into the latest news from the NHL GM Meetings including potential changes to the decentralized draft...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman live from the NHL GM Meetings. He shares the headlines from the event including a potential change to the league's overtime rules, before diving into Monday's slate of games. The trio look into Craig Berube's comments as the Maple Leafs' rough stretch continues, the intrigue surrounding tonight's matchup with the Flames, and h...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off a new week on The FAN Hockey Show recapping 'The Futa Five', before Sportsnet's Ken Reid stops by the studio to make his case to join the Sportsnet hockey team. Jody Shelley (26:02), former NHLer and current NHL on Prime analyst, discusses the state of the Blue Jackets ahead of tonight's game against the Devils, Zach Werenski's strong season, and what to make o...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode of The FAN Hockey Show sorting through Mike's biggest stories to watch in 'The Futa Five'. Jason Bukala (13:58), Sportsnet analyst and former NHL executive, joins the guys in-studio to dive into how Coach Futes is building his Sportsnet hockey team. They pivot to the NHL to discuss Mikko Rantanen's road ahead after settling in with his new club, how th...