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Former NHL netminder, hockey 'battler,' and current studio analyst Mike McKenna joins the show to talk about a life in the sport, the ideal podcast guest, and all things Vegas Golden Knights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julian McKenzie checks in to discuss the NHL’s outdoor snafu, the incredible competition between Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews, and Sidney Crosby’s place among the greats after 1000 games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Long-time Toronto Maple Leafs reporter Paul Hendrick stops by to discuss growing up with the team, how he prepares for a game now, and his most memorable moments on the beat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julian McKenzie stops in to discuss the competitive strength of the North Division, the Penguins’ plan with Ron Hextall and Brian Burke, and the Hockey Day in Canada’s inclusiveness theme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Florida Panthers assistant general manager Brett Peterson joins the show to talk about his experience in hockey, the NHL's inclusivity issues, his transition from agent to executive, and the hot start in Sunrise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julian McKenzie checks in for his weekly appearance to talk about the NHL's response to multiple COVID-19 outbreaks, the sorry state of the Vancouver Canucks, and to debate some bubble players on Team Canada's prospective Olympic roster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Peter Baugh joins the show to talk about his transition from covering Mizzou to the Colorado Avalanche beat, Philipp Grubauer's validating start, and which space is safer: SEC Twitter or NHL Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julian McKenzie stops by for his weekly visit to discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins' reality without Jim Rutherford, two trade requests in one night from one agent, and the best offseason acquisitions in the NHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Poulin of TSN and the Toronto Star stops by to talk about his transition to scribe, his perspectives on the Pierre-Luc Dubois-Patrik Laine swap, and the Montreal Canadiens' hot start. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julian McKenzie stops by for his weekly chat to discuss the massive trade between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Winnipeg Jets, the red-hot start for the Montreal Canadiens, and the Washington Capitals' COVID-19 violations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Islanders team broadcaster Brendan Burke joins the show to discuss his ascendance in the industry, the secrets to the Islanders' success over the last few seasons, and what to expect from Mike Babcock on NBC's All-Star broadcasting team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NHL season is underway, and two potential superstars looking for a change of scenery haven't had their wishes met. Justin Cuthbert and Julian McKenzie discuss that and more on the Yahoo Sports Hockey Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the debut episode of the Yahoo Sports Hockey Podcast, Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston compares the North Division to a candy-induced hyperactive state, explains how Joe Thornton and Wayne Simmonds fit with the Leafs, shares his thoughts on who should feel the most pressure in Toronto, and provides his choice for which team folks are sleeping on the most before the season-long slate of all-Canadian m...

It’s a JUMBO pod today, folks. The Leafs shocked the world and signed Joe Thornton to a one-year, $700,00 deal and we have all the reactions and analysis. Justin and Mike give their reactions, discuss where Thornton could fit in the Leafs’ lineup, and debate what impact his arrival has on the rest of the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yahoo Sports' Justin Cuthbert and Mike Stephens break down the Maple Leafs’ process in the early days of free agency and debate whether or not they missed an opportunity on Alex Pietrangelo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back! With the Stanley Cup awarded, the conversation can finally be steered towards the team that really matters: the Toronto Maple Leafs. Justin and Mike recap a painfully long 2020 NHL Draft, share their reactions on the Leafs’ performance, and break down each of the team’s notable picks. Then, the boys take a look at some potential targets for the Leafs to go after when free agency opens,...

 What a ride. After 65 days in the bubble in the midst of a global pandemic, the NHL pulled off the impossible and awarded the Stanley Cup. Justin and Mike break down all aspects of Tampa Bay’s long-awaited win, dissect the heated Conn Smythe race, and look ahead at where both the Lightning and Stars will go from here. Thank you for listening and buckle up for what looks to be the wildest off...

 Hockey ain’t over yet, folks! On the second night of a back-to-back and with seemingly half of their roster injured, the Stars managed to fight off the Lightning in double overtime to force a game six. Justin and Mike break down Dallas’ gutsy performance, heap praise on their pair of clutch veterans in Corey Perry and Joe Pavelski, and wonder why the NHL decided to schedule a back-to-back in...

This might be the end of the line, folks. The Tampa Bay Lightning are one win away from Stanley Cup glory, and Justin and Mike have all the analysis you so crave. The boys dig into Tampa’s unstoppable power play, criticize some shaky officiating, debate if Anton Khudobin is cooked, and then get a lil takey over who is the deserving winner of the Conn Smythe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

It’s a story that will be passed down through generations. After 55 days in the bubble and over 200 days since his last game, Steven Stamkos makes his return to the Lightning lineup and does not disappoint. Justin and Mike break down al of the drama of game three and analyze Tampa’s beatdown of Dallas, how much Stamkos’ return impacted the team, and whether or not the Stars can rebound from a trul...

After a dismal game one performance, the Lightning are BACK, baby! Justin and Mike break down Tampa’s bounce back in game two while digging into a rough start for Anton Khudobin and sizing up a surprisingly tight Conn Smythe race. PLUS, the final batch of NHL Awards were handed out before puck drop and the boys have some opinions on them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Game one of the Stanley Cup Final is in the books and boy was it…anticlimactic? Justin and Mike break down how Dallas dominated a tired Tampa team while discussing how much fatigue played a factor in the Lightning’s undisciplined play. PLUS, the boys make sense of the reported stalemate between the St. Louis Blues and Alex Pietrangelo before giving their thoughts on Gary Bettman’s plan for the 202...

We’re so close! The Stanley Cup Final is nearly upon us, and we’re here to tee up the action. First, Justin and Mike break down the Stars’ series victory over the Golden Knights before dissecting where Vegas goes from here after a disappointing finish. Then, focus is shifted over to the Eastern Conference where the Islanders managed to force a game six against a banged-up Lightning team. And final...

The conference finals are chugging along and boy, has it ever been entertaining. Justin and Mike break down the Lightning beating the Islanders at their own game first and debate whether New York has been exposed before fawning over the goaltending duel taking place between the Golden Knights and Stars. PLUS, the boys talk about Mark Borowiecki’s puzzling potential exit in Ottawa, Paul Fenton join...

We are officially into the Conference Finals! Justin and Mike break down all the game one action, starting with Tampa’s absolutely demolition of the Islanders before turning to the snooze-fest that was held between Vegas and Dallas. PLUS, the boys break down all the news and notes around the NHL including Kyle Dubas’ high price for trades, Mike Babcock interviewing in Washington, and Pierre McGuir...