The Sheet with Jeff Marek

Nick Alberga joins the show to preview the Toronto Maple Leafs’ home opener against the Montreal Canadiens, including Easton Cowan’s healthy scratch, the addition of Sammy Blais, and what life looks like without Mitch Marner. Jeff and producer Zack also touch on the Rangers’ and Kings’ new third jerseys, expectations for the Canadiens, and Patrick Laine’s uncertain role moving forward. Shout out t...

The NHL season is underway and The Sheet has you covered. Jeff Marek is joined by Brian Burke to break down Connor McDavid’s surprising $12.5M AAV deal, the ripple effect on Kyle Connor’s massive eight-year, $96M extension, and the broader implications for NHL contracts in a rapidly rising salary-cap era. Burke also weighs in on the chaos between the Lightning and Panthers, the balance between tou...

The guys are joined by recently retired NHL defenseman Tyson Barrie, who reflects on playing with superstars like McDavid, Auston Matthews, and Nathan MacKinnon, what separates those generational talents, and his new ventures off the ice — including his “Chilly Ones” beer brand and stepping into broadcasting with the Vancouver Canucks. Barrie also weighs in on Connor’s decision, locker-room reacti...

Connor McDavid’s shocking 2-year, $12.5M extension continues to send shockwaves through the NHL — and The Sheet is here to break it all down. Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski dissect what McDavid’s “discount deal” means for Edmonton’s Cup window, Leon Draisaitl’s future, and the 2028 free agent class that could reshape hockey. They’re also joined by recently retired NHL defenseman Tyson Barrie, who r...

Colby Cohen joins Jeff Marek to give his unfiltered reaction to  Connor McDavid’s stunning 2-year, $12.5M per season contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers . Cohen argues that while the deal is great for McDavid and the Oilers’ Stanley Cup chances, it could have a ripple effect across the NHL — hurting other players in negotiations by giving general managers leverage on future contracts....

The newest episode of The Sheet on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel, hosted by Jeff Marek, is dominated by one story: Connor McDavid’s new two-year deal with the Edmonton Oilers at $12.5M AAV. Marek breaks down what this contract means for the Oilers’ Cup window, the ripple effects across the NHL, and how it reshapes superstar negotiations moving forward. To go even deeper, Bob Stauffer — one of...

Meghan Chayka, co-founder of  Stathletes  and analyst with TSN and ESPN, joins Jeff Marek on  The Sheet  for the FanDuel Futures Day Bold Predictions Special. Chayka brings a data-driven lens to the conversation, breaking down what the numbers reveal about preseason hockey and why expected goals and analytics are reshaping how we evaluate players. She dives into power forwards,...

Tyler Yaremchuk joins Jeff Marek on  The Sheet  for the FanDuel Futures Day Bold Predictions Special to deliver his fearless NHL takes. Yaremchuk goes big by predicting that the Washington Capitals could miss the playoffs despite last year’s surprising run, raising questions about whether Alex Ovechkin can keep up his scoring pace and if the roster can repeat a string of career seasons....

Jonny Lazarus joins Jeff Marek on  The Sheet  for the FanDuel Futures Day Bold Predictions Special. Lazarus lays out his fearless NHL takes, including a breakout year for the Anaheim Ducks with Leo Carlsson leading the way and a bold call that Ottawa Senators forward Drake Batherson could hit the 40-goal mark for the first time in his career. From underrated scorers to sneaky playoff con...

On episode 4 of On the Road with Jeff Marek, Jeff sits down lakeside in Muskoka with Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson for an in-depth conversation about hockey, leadership, and life. From Muskoka Hockey’s rise as a summer training hub with NHL stars to unforgettable Sidney Crosby practice stories, Gudbranson opens up about his career journey, his development from a top draft pick w...

Shayna Goldman of  The Athletic  and the  Too Many Men Podcast  joins Jeff Marek on  The Sheet  for a bold predictions special on FanDuel Futures Day. Shayna lays out three fearless NHL calls for the upcoming season: André Tourigny taking home the Jack Adams Award, Mario Ferraro becoming one of the league’s most talked-about trade chips, and Rasmus Dahlin breaking thr...

The newest episode of The Sheet on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel is our Bold Predictions Special in celebration of FanDuel Futures Day. Host Jeff Marek is joined by Shayna Goldman (The Athletic), Jonny Lazarus, Tyler Yaremchuk, and Meghan Chayka as each guest lays out their boldest, most outrageous predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season. From shocking Stanley Cup contenders, surprise Hart Trop...

David Pagnotta joins the show to share inside scoops from around the league, give us a first look at his upcoming show launching on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel with Irfaan Gaffar, and break down the flurry of deals from the last 72 hours. From long-term commitments to ripple effects on the next wave of UFAs, Marek, Wyshynski, and Pagnotta cover it all. Shout out to our sponsors! 👍🏼 Fan Due...

The latest episode of The Sheet with Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski takes you deep inside the NHL’s contract season. The guys kick things off by breaking down the Florida Panthers locking up Niko Mikkola on an 8-year extension worth $5M per year and what it means for their blue line. They also examine Ryan Huska’s 2-year extension with the Calgary Flames and revisit Greg’s thoughts on the Luke Hugh...

The newest episode of The Sheet with Jeff Marek leads off with Luke Hughes’ extension in New Jersey and what it means for the Devils’ cap, lineup construction, and expectations this season. Brian Burke also joins to break down Kirill Kaprizov’s record-setting $136M contract with the Minnesota Wild—the richest in NHL history—and what it means for future stars like Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel. Th...

Hart Levine joins the show to explore the long-term implications of Kaprizov’s deal, what it means for Minnesota’s salary cap, and how it could set the stage for future UFA mega-deals for NHL superstars like Connor McDavid, Jack Eichel, and others. This episode is your one-stop shop for expert analysis on the Kaprizov contract, the state of the Wild, and the ripple effects across the league. Reach...

On this episode of The Sheet, Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski break down every angle of the Kirill Kaprizov contract saga and his record-setting deal with the Minnesota Wild — the largest contract in NHL history. From months of speculation and behind-the-scenes negotiations to the Wild locking in their superstar, Marek and Wyshynski provide insider context on how it all came together. Later, Hart Le...

Marek and Rosehill start with the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason, including the impact of the Anthony Stolarz contract on the Leafs’ goaltending depth and what it means for Toronto’s chances in 2025. They also break down the Maple Leafs’ roster moves, team expectations for the upcoming year, and what still needs to happen if the Leafs want to be true contenders. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork....

On this episode of The Sheet on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel, Jeff Marek is joined by former NHL’er and Leafs Morning Take co-host Jay Rosehill and NHL insider Steven Ellis for a packed show full of analysis and insight. Marek and Rosehill start with the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason, including the impact of the Anthony Stolarz contract on the Leafs’ goaltending depth and what it means for To...

Join Jeff Marek in this episode of On the Road with Jeff Marek as he sits down with Stanley Cup Champion and St. Louis Blues star Robert Thomas at a beautiful Muskoka cottage on Airbnb. Robert opens up about life as a new dad, chasing Olympic dreams, and what it takes to be an elite NHL playmaker. From winning the Stanley Cup and Memorial Cup to memories of outdoor rinks, multi-sport development,...

It’s a special MvsW Friday edition of The Sheet with Jeff Marek as Jeff is joined by ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski for a loaded episode of hockey talk. The show begins with the Washington Capitals’ preseason win in Hershey and a closer look at Connor McMichael’s strong play, before lightening things up with a debate on Jeff’s outfit choices. Greg then breaks down his new article on bold NHL predictions fo...

On this episode of The Sheet with Jeff Marek on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel, Jeff sits down with Shayna Goldman (The Athletic, Too Much Man Podcast) to cover the biggest stories around the NHL, including the ongoing Hughes brothers drama, the future of Connor McDavid’s contract with the Edmonton Oilers, and how these moves could reshape the league. Then, Jeff welcomes Maxim Lapierre—former M...

On this episode of The Sheet with Jeff Marek on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel, we cover the biggest stories making headlines around the NHL. Jeff is joined by Brian Burke to break down the Toronto Maple Leafs’ new-look roster, Mitch Marner’s fresh start in Vegas, the Montreal Canadiens’ offseason moves, the Quinn Hughes contract drama, and what’s next for Connor McDavid’s future deal. Later, J...

Jeff sits down with Blake Price of Sekeres & Price to break down Quinn Hughes’ recent comments about his contract situation, the buzz surrounding the Canucks’ offseason, and the tough questions the team faces heading into the upcoming season with the giant elephant in the room. #TheSheet #DailyFaceoff #JeffMarek #RileyArmstrong #BlakePrice #SekeresAndPrice #NHL #HockeyNews #QuinnHughes #Canuck...

On this episode of The Sheet on the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel, Jeff Marek is joined by ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest stories around the league. The two dive into the situation with the LA Kings, including the impact of Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe, take a look at Alex Pietrangelo’s health status, and break down a few teams that continue to...