The FAN Hockey Show

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Sportsnet's Anna Dua to kick off the show as they round out their mid-season award winners, including Connor Hellebuyck as the consensus top candidate for the Vezina Trophy, the case for Kirill Kaprizov for the Hart, and Quinn Hughes' team impact rising his stock in the Norris competition. Next, the crew offer thoughts on whether the NHL's playoff seeding...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open The FAN Hockey Show with Washington Capitals writer Stephen Whyno to discuss Alex Ovechkin's historic goal-scoring consistency after potting his twentieth, head coach Spencer Carbery's candidacy for the Jack Adams Award with his effectiveness at the helm, Pierre-Luc Dubois' resurgence, and the wealth of prospects in the Capitals' pipeline. Then, the duo chat the va...

Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast join Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to weigh in on the Dallas Stars performance this season, and their commitment to buying in on their own identity. The trio then chat what NHL teams might benefit from the services of Tony DeAngelo, Jonathan Huberdeau and the Calgary Flames playing with house money, Chicago's roster and the need to create a w...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa return to kick off The FAN Hockey Show recapping the ‘The Futa Five’ before being joined by former NHL defenceman, Shane O'Brien (16:19) of the Missin Curfew Podcast to discuss Ryan Lomberg’s impact with the Calgary Flames, the potential of Ryan O'Reilly being traded to Toronto, what it would mean for the city of Toronto to win a Stanley Cup and the significance of bein...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts The podcast to discuss Linus Ullmark's condition, the Maple Leafs' recent tough stretch against the Carolina Hurricanes and Vancouver Canucks, Mitch Marner's post-game comments, and the Dallas Stars' search for big-name players. Later, the three discuss Ryan O'Reilly's unlikely trade movement. Finally, they discuss Carter G...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show with 'The Futa Five', highlighting the soaring Detroit Red Wings since hiring Todd McLellan, and some upcoming tests for the Central Division-leading Winnipeg Jets. Next up, former three-time AHL Man of the Year Sean McMorrow (13:24) of The Sheriff Podcast joins the show to discuss his memorable first OHL goal, a prominen...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing Evander Kane's successful knee surgery alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and co-host of 32 Thoughts. They pivot to chat about Jordan Staal's hat-trick last night against the Maple Leafs, the similarities between Staal's career and his head coach Rod Brind'Amour, and Pyotr Kochetkov's pu...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with former NHL player Anson Carter. They discuss the rise of NCAA hockey, his memorable game-winning goal review from the 2003 World Championships, Connor Bedard’s potential, Jonathan Toews' ideal team fit, and their belief in the Toronto Maple Leafs. In the mailbag segment, they answer questions from the text line (21:11). Finally, Winnipe...

Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa look back on last night's NHL action starting with the Capitals' overtime victory over the Canucks. They chat about Pierre-Luc Dubois' bounce-back season in Washington, if the Caps can retain both of their netminders, and what to make of Vancouver's rollercoaster year so far. Next, the trio discuss a potential EBUG situation tonight i...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa recap the Maple Leafs' win over the Flyers on The FAN Hockey Show. They discuss the 4 Nations Face-Off with Arda Ocal (13:46) from ESPN, including Ovechkin's goal record chase and the Bruins' struggles. Mike Russo (42:53) from The Athletic joins later to talk about the Wild's comeback against the Blues, injury updates, Marc-André Fleury's future, and trade deadline stra...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa welcome Elliotte Friedman from the 32 Thoughts the podcast to recap last night's NHL games, including the Wild's comeback win over the Blues and John Tavares' standout season, raising questions about his contract extension. They discuss the trade market for JT Miller and Mika Zibanejad, the Senators' goaltending issues, and which teams are buying or selling. Finally, th...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show with Luke Gazdic, reviewing the Canucks vs. Canadiens game, trade options for Montreal, the Jake McCabe incident, and Ryan Reaves' status for the rematch with the Flyers. Then, Sportsnet's Anna Dua (49:54) covers the Flames' playoff chances, Lane Hutson's Calder Trophy chances, and Team Canada's pressure in the 4 Nations Tournament. Finally,...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa return to kick off The FAN Hockey Show, recapping 'The Futa Five'. They next turned their attention to the World Juniors, where Czechia took bronze, and Team USA won gold over Finland. The two then discussed Jonathan Toews' prospective comeback and whether he has a real chance of joining the Leafs, and Max Domi being penalized for his elbowing penalty (14:10). Finally,...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss the Montreal Canadiens' recent run, if this run has erased any speculation of Martin St. Louis being fired, and the Canucks' injury recovery timeframes. Next, the three hit on the Toronto Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews’ return to the lineup, Jake McCabe’s injury, and finally, debate about whether David...

The FAN Hockey Show rolls on with Matt Marchese and Mike Futa diving into "The Futa Five" including an update on Auston Matthews, the goaltending hierarchy in New York, and much more! (16:38) Later on, Matt and Mike dip into the mailbag to answer your questions on all things hockey, before being joined by NHL Network's Jason Demers (41:48). The former NHLer weighs in on Canada's disappointing show...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on Friday's episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on Canada's early exit from the World Junior Championship. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman joins the conversation to discuss the atmosphere in the arena last night, the questionable goal challenge by the Canadian side, and what to attribute the team's elimination to. Later, the trio chat about Joseph Wo...

Matt Marchese returns alongside Mike Futa to kick off 2025 on The FAN Hockey Show discussing the Kings' 3-0 victory over the Devils in yesterday's lone NHL game. Sportsnet's Craig Simpson stops by to share his read on Auston Matthews' absence from the Maple Leafs lineup, the reality of back injuries, and if it will affect his availability for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off. Later, Craig weighs in...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman from 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss the Winter Classic, including how the game itself was a letdown, the Chicago Blackhawks being blown out at home, the St. Louis Blues turnaround, whether Jim Montgomery has changed the culture, the Vancouver Canucks injury bug, and the possibility of Elias Pettersson or JT Miller being traded. Next,...

Anna Dua and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show, joined by Los Angeles Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller to discuss the team's status, Anze Kopitar's work ethic, and his value to the organization. Next, Jason Bukala (20:55), Writer & Scouting Analyst for Sportsnet, joins the show to discuss the World Juniors, Latvia's stunning start, Matthew Schaefer's injury, and Team Canada's shaky start. Later, D...

Elliotte Friedman joins Anna Dua and Mike Futa from 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss today's Winter Classic. The three talked about Connor Bedard being the face of today's game, the Dallas Stars sneaking in an additional practice during the break, and whether Jason Robertson's recent play has been worrying. Next, they talk about the Vancouver Canucks and whether they can cure the team's drama. F...

Anna Dua and Mike Futa kick off The FAN Hockey Show, joined by Minnesota Wild defenseman Jake Middleton, to discuss the team's present state, whether Kirill Kaprizov has emerged as a top ten player in the league, and Sidney Crosby's impact on Canadian players. Next, Rod Brind'Amour (17:58), Head Coach of the Carolina Hurricanes, joins the show to discuss the Hurricanes' success, how Seth Jarvis ha...

Anna Dua and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss Chris Kreider's benching, how the New York Rangers are in danger of disbanding their team, and the current state of the locker room. The three then examine the Toronto Maple Leafs' injury issue, whether it is influencing their style of play and potential trade targets for a second-line centre.  The views a...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin The FAN Hockey Show by discussing 'The Futa Five' before being joined by former NHL forward Brian McGrattan (13:34) to discuss his career as a fighter in the NHL, his mental health difficulties, and how fighting has gradually faded from the sport. Next, Liam McHugh (38:35), host of the NHL on TNT, joins Matt and Mike to discuss Chris Kreider's scratch from today's...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman of 32 Thoughts the Podcast to discuss Linus Ullmark's injury and whether it is a major problem for the Senators. Next, the lads discuss the conflict between JT Miller and Elias Pettersson, if the Canucks can work around it, and whether winning can cure the problem. Later, the three discuss Auston Matthews' injury, if it is another cause f...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa start the Friday edition of the The FAN Hockey Show with the Futa Five ahead of the weekend, headlined by the “Streaking Sens” five-game winning streak. Then, Sportsnet’s Eric Engels (17:29) joins the show to discuss how much Patrik Laine has meant to the Canadiens and the fanbase, Lane Hutson’s impressive rookie season, and the Habs’ bringing in Alexandre Carrier from...