The FAN Hockey Show

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with a look back on the five things they had their eye on this weekend in the "Futa Five". After the break, the boys catch up with three-time Stanley Cup champion Alec Martinez (12:28) and chat about his transition from the ice to the broadcast booth. Later, Tampa Bay Lightning play-by-play voice Dave Randorf (42:50) weighs in on what's behind the team...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off a snowy Monday show alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts . Friedge begins with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' winless homestand, what's on the horizon in Toronto heading into the trade deadline, who's positioned to buy or sell over the next few weeks, and the biggest fish in the market, before setting the stage for tonight's...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's episode with more thoughts on Mitch Marner's return to Toronto alongside Jackie Redmond of the NHL & WWE Network. Jackie shares her view on how Leafs Nation will respond tonight in Scotiabank Arena and outlines the stakes for both the Maple Leafs and Golden Knights. Later, Hockey Night in Canada's own Ron MacLean (17:55) weighs in on last weekend's Hockey D...

Matt Marchese returns alongside Mike Futa to recap a busy night in the NHL! Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts , opens with insight into his latest piece on Mitch Marner's return to Toronto to face his former team tonight. How will the crowd react to his first game back in Scotiabank Arena? Friedge also gets into the Panthers' outstanding battle with the Jets, if Winn...

Guest host Justin Cuthbert joins Mike Futa to respond to your "Hockey Hotline" questions and comments! After the break, Stu Cowan (19:05) of the Montreal Gazette stop by to tee up tonight's Canadiens-Sabres matchup. Stu also chats about Montreal's trade deadline targets, Phillip Danault's pivotal role, and what the future holds for Brendan Gallagher and Kirby Dach. Later, Golden Knights insider Ga...

Guest host Justin Cuthbert joins two-time Stanley Cup champion Mike Futa to break down last night's action alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They begin with the Maple Leafs' 2-1 loss to the Red Wings, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's injury status, and Moritz Seider's effort on the overtime winner. Friedge also discusses Josh Doan's seven-year extension with the Sab...

Guest host Anna Dua joins Mike Futa to chat about Jonathan Toews' extended tribute in his return to Chicago last night. Chris Cuthbert, Sportsnet NHL play-by-play voice, stops by to help tee up tonight's Maple Leafs vs. Red Wings clash. Next up, two-time Stanley Cup champion Dave Bolland (27:00) looks back on Toews' moment yesterday at the Untied Center, before reflecting on fellow former teammate...

Craig Conroy, General Manager of the Calgary Flames, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss the trade that sent Rasmus Andersson to the Golden Knights. Craig takes us through the process leading up to the deal, what the Flames are getting with Zach Whitecloud, and his team's plan for the future. After the break, Matt and Mike reflect on some of the best goalie fights of all time following Al...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open the show with a look back on last night's goalie fight between Sergei Bobrovsky and Alex Nedeljkovic! Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts , shares his take on yesterday's tilt in Florida, the positive vibes surrounding the strikes, and Nathan MacKinnon's milestone moment last night. The boys also touch on the Maple Leafs' loss to the Wi...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts , to discuss today's breaking news of Kiefer Sherwood's trade to San Jose. Friedge examines the deal from both sides, before taking a look back on Rasmus Andersson's trade from Calgary to Las Vegas. The trio also chat about the Knights' trade deadline outlook following the move and Jonathan T...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa look back on all the NHL action from the weekend on the "Futa Five". Sportsnet's Eric Francis (29:40) joins the boys to debrief following Rasmus Andersson's trade to the Golden Knights and looks ahead to the Flames' next steps. Jody Shelley (50:00) of Amazon Prime Monday Night Hockey, helps tee up tonight's clash between the Maple Leafs and Wild, before reacting to some...

Sportsnet's David Amber joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa live from Moncton, New Brunswick ahead of tomorrow's Hockey Day in Canada festivities. D.A. looks back on the Golden Knights' overtime victory over the Maple Leafs, Jonathan Toews and the Jets both trending up, and the buyers and sellers heading into the trade deadline. Later, Sportsnet's Jason Bukala (17:57) joins the boys in-studio to dis...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's show with thoughts on the Golden Knights' overtime victory over the Maple Leafs, before reacting to some breaking news in the world of baseball. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts , weighs in on Mitch Marner's first game against his former team and what's behind the Sabres' turnaround. While Friedge departs early to take a pre...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Thursday's show with Sportsnet's Anna Dua (03:19) live from Las Vegas! She shares what she learned from her sit down with Mitch Marner ahead of tonight's matchup against the Maple Leafs, the emotions of both sides of Toronto's visit to Vegas, how Nic Roy has settled in during his first 43 games, and difference-makers down the lineup that fueled the Leafs' turna...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with Don Waddell, General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets. He discusses his team's recent change behind the bench, parting ways with Dean Evason and hiring Rick Bowness, and shares what's ahead for the Blue Jackets in the second half of the season. Later, ESPN's Arda Ocal (19:27) takes a look around the NHL to chat about the league's top storyline...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa look back on a busy night in the NHL alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet insider and host of 32 Thoughts . They begin with insight on Steven Stamkos' 20th goal of the season, Leon Draisaitl's continued torment of the Nashville Predators, and Brayden Point's injury status ahead of the Olympics. Friedge looks into Team Canada's options in case Point is unavailable, the...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick things off with thoughts on Connor McDavid's 19-game point streak with the Oilers and his climb up the NHL history books, what the Canadiens' roster still needs, the Senators' four-game slide, and more! Ken Daniels (16:45), voice of the Detroit Red Wings, touches on Sergei Fedorov's legacy following his jersey retirement ceremony last night, before diving into the...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. The begin with thoughts on Dean Evason's firing in Columbus, the Blue Jackets' issues that proceeded the change, and the job ahead for new head coach Rick Bowness. The guys also touch on Brayden Point's injury during the Lightning's 5-1 win, the Maple Leafs' 4-3 overtime victor...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with a look back on the five things they had their eyes on this past weekend on the "Futa Five". Kristy Flannery (16:27), Devils writer for The Hockey News, joins to share the latest from New Jersey amidst the team's four-game slide and looks into how they can right the ship heading into Minnesota tonight. The trio also touch on whether Sheldon Keefe i...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open a new week on The FAN Hockey Show alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts . They begin with thoughts on the Ottawa Senators' tumultuous stretch, the team's recent signing of James Reimer, and what to expect heading towards the trade deadline. The boys also get into Laurent Brossoit's fresh start in San Jose, Dougie Hamilton's outl...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show with a look ahead to this weekend's must-watch storylines on the "Futa Five". Next up, Mollie Walker (15:33) of the New York Post checks in on the Rangers with thoughts on the team's scoring issues, interest in Kiefer Sherwood, trade deadline outlook, and Artemi Panarin's future in New York. Later, Colby Armstrong (43:05), Sp...

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to reflect on a busy evening in the league. They touch on the statement from Steve Staios regarding Linus Ullmark's absence, the Senators’ 8-2 drubbing at the hands of the Avalanche, and Josh Manson's double Gordie Howe hat-trick. Friedge also weighs in on Patrick Kane's 500th career goal, the Devil...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin this episode by opening up the phonelines to respond to your "Hockey Hotline" questions and comments! Next up, former NHLer and Flyers analyst, Scott Hartnell (16:47) chats about his newfound love for tennis, Trevor Zegras' postgame personality and fit in Philadelphia, his transition to from the ice to the booth, what Travis Sanheim brings to Team Canada, and more...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa take a moment to remember Glenn Hall, Hall of Fame NHL netminder, after his recent passing. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of the 32 Thoughts , joins the conversation to chat about Hall's legacy, before diving into last night's action around the league. They look back on Maklin Celebrini's unbelievable effort last night in Los Angeles, the 19-year-old...

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' commanding 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers, the lack of response from the team after a hit from behind, and the positive trends they can carry over into the second half of the season. The boys move on to the Canucks' fourth-straight loss to the Sabres, Connor McDavid's insane stat line over the last 16 games, the Oilers' outl...