The FAN Hockey Show

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show by reviewing each division. They’re later joined by Matt Murley (17:28) from the Game Notes Podcast to discuss the Buffalo Sabres’ response to Tage Thompson’s hit, the Eastern Conference landscape, the Red Wings' playoff push, and the Lightning’s future. Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy (45:55) then shares insights on his latest trade, potenti...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to address the recent booing of the U.S. national anthem and discuss if it should continue. They touch on Matthew Barzal's injury and the Islanders' next steps, along with the ongoing injury woes of the Columbus Blue Jackets. The conversation shifts to Ryan Hartman's 10-game suspension and the likelihood of a successful appeal....

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show by recapping "The Futa Five." They are then joined by Vancouver Canucks reporter Iain McIntyre (14:05). Together, they discuss JT Miller’s departure from Vancouver, exploring whether the drama surrounding Miller was solely a result of Canucks management or if it will follow him to other teams. They also examine Quinn Hughes’ impact on the Ca...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to discuss JT Miller's trade to the New York Rangers. They cover what the Canucks received in return and analyze how this trade impacts the Rangers. Later, they discuss the trades of Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci to the Dallas Stars and whether the Pittsburgh Penguins can stay competitive in the coming years. Finally, they reca...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Chris Cuthbert of Hockey Night in Canada and Sportsnet, who discusses his experiences calling boring and exciting games, the Leafs' lack of blue-line scoring, and what to expect from John Klingberg. Later, Pat Steinberg (16:15) of Sportsnet 960 The FAN joins Matt and Mike to discuss the Calgary Flames' current state, Dustin Wolf's case...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday's episode of The FAN Hockey Show breaking down the Calgary Flames' trade for Morgan Frost and Joel Farabee with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. Friedge details the deal including Philadelphia's return of Jacob Pelletier and Andrei Kuzmenko, as well as how the move impacts both teams involved. The trio chat about John Tortorella following his 1,600th game...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with Billy Jaffe of the NHL Network, discussing the struggling Boston Bruins, Brad Marchand's future with the organization, if this season will be remembered as a down year, Charlie McAvoy’s return to the lineup and look ahead to their upcoming road stretch before the 4 Nations tournament. Later, they tackle Matt and Mike's Mail Bag segment (19...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on this episode of The FAN Hockey Show talking with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They start on the Maple Leafs' page following a 3-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild and chat about the roster's lack of bite, before looking into Brandon Saad's market and the teams that make sense ahead of the trade deadline. Later, Friedge details some players in Seattle who ma...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome in Sportsnet's David Amber to praise the Washington Capitals for how they've managed their new additions this season. The trio chat the best replacement for Alex Pietrangelo on Canada's 4 Nation's team, Drew Doughty's return to the Kings lineup against Florida, the importance of Vancouver involving Quinn Hughes in any decision-making, and trying to figure out th...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick things off with thoughts on Lou Lamoriello's "no facial hair rule" with the New York Islanders, and how his team's recent acquisitions affect the remainder of their season. Then, NHL Network's Mike Kelly (15:41) gives his opinion on the Mikko Rantanen trade to Carolina, and how it sets the market for Mitch Marner's next contract. The trio discuss which team's fill...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to discuss Jim Rutherford's remarks on the JT Miller and Elias Pettersson Canucks drama, the possibility of a JT Miller trade with the Buffalo Sabres, and the news that Kirill Kaprizov will be sidelined for a month. Later, they examine Logan Thompson's extension with the Washington Capitals and what it means for Charlie Lindgre...

The FAN Hockey Show begins with a recap of 'The Futa Five' by Matt Marchese and Mike Futa. Then they welcome Cory Lavalette (16:09) to talk about the blockbuster trade, the Hurricanes' next move, and Taylor Hall's fit with the team. Later, Corey Masisak (35:31) joins the show to discuss Rantanen's disconnect with the Colorado Avalanche, the Avs' outlook without the forward, and whether Martin Neca...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts to discuss Mikko Rantanen's trade to the Carolina Hurricanes, the circumstances surrounding the transaction, and how Rantanen affects both the Colorado Avalanche and the Hurricanes. Later, they discuss the possible increase in the salary cap, Rantanen’s long-term future with Carolina and past blockbuster trades. Finally, they w...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with 'The Futa Five', a hotly discussed subject over whether hockey players have their stick knobs up or blades up on the bench. Later, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (16:34) joins the show to talk about the Vancouver Canucks' bad vibes, if they have lost their identity, the Calgary Flames' deadline approach, and the state of the Edmonton Oilers. Fin...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday on The FAN Hockey Show with a debate about how to hold a hockey stick when on the bench - knob up or blade up? Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and co-host of 32 Thoughts , joins the conversation to share his take, before diving into last night's NHL action. They start with the Canucks' disappointing effort in a 6-2 loss against the Oilers, the S...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Sportsnet Host Ken Reid, discussing the Columbus Blue Jackets' win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, how the goaltender position has lost significance in hockey, and Dustin Wolf's case for the Calder Trophy. Matt and Mike then take to the text line for their mailbag segment (16:04). Later, former NHL goaltender Andrew Raycroft (44:08) joins...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on this episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on Mathieu Olivier's heavyweight tilt with Ryan Reaves alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They dive into Olivier's contract negotiations with the Blue Jackets, Adam Fantilli's hat-trick performance in front of 80 of his friends and family in Toronto, as well as Zach Werenski and Dean Evason's cases...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show with Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson, who discusses his win over the Edmonton Oilers last night, whether he is being considered for Team Canada in the 4 Nations tournament, his experience with the nacho incident, and his time playing for Spencer Carbery. Next up, WWE Superstar Kevin Owens (30:53) joins the show to talk about his h...

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick kick off The FAN Hockey Show previewing and comparing each division and which teams are in the hunt for a playoff spot. Later, Pierre McGuire (19:06) from the Sick Podcast joins Matt and Gord to discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins’ roster failures compared to the Washington Capitals' successful roster construction, the team's prospect pool and weigh in on Connor McDavid...

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts to discuss Connor McDavid and Tyler Myers' three-game suspensions. They debate whether the sentence is fair and whether both players will file an appeal. Next up, the three discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, William Nylander's attraction to bring more star players to Toronto, the poss...

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick launch The FAN Hockey Show with "The Futa Five," recapping the weekend's games. They are joined by EJ Hradek (29:03) to discuss Connor McDavid's incident, the potential for a suspension, and the Pittsburgh Penguins' struggles, including their playoff prospects. The conversation then shifts to the state of the Metropolitan Division and whether the Washington Capitals...

Matt Marchese and Gord Stellick welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts podcast to discuss Connor McDavid's cross-checking incident, the potential suspension for him and Tyler Myers, and the ongoing drama between Elias Pettersson and JT Miller on the Vancouver Canucks. They also explore Pettersson's wish to remain with the team and analyze the Toronto Maple Leafs' comeback win over the Mont...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kickstart the show by recapping the Edmonton Oilers' big victory over the Colorado Avalanche Thursday night, and discuss the nuances of teams looking to add key players well before the trade deadline. Then, Hockey Night In Canada analyst Kelly Hrudey (15:45) joins to preview the 25th edition of Scotiabank Hockey Day In Canada in Canmore. The trio offer thoughts on the l...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing the latest drama from Vancouver alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. He looks back on last night's 5-1 loss to share how the Canucks might move forward and what to make of Rick Tocchet's postgame comments about JT Miller. Next, the trio dive into the Maple Leafs' 4-3 overtime win against their forme...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa start The FAN Hockey Show by discussing listener questions about the Edmonton Oilers' win over the Minnesota Wild and the future of the Boston Bruins. They then welcome Justin Williams (26:05), Special Advisor to the GM of the Carolina Hurricanes, to talk about the team's status, playing with Eric Staal, veteran players adapting to the NHL, the decline of elite goaltend...