100% Hockey

Rick Bowness, head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss his one-year contract extension and the message he delivered at the end of the season.

Bowness explains his decision to push the group following a disappointing finish, emphasizing the need for higher standards and accountability within the organization.

The conversation covers:

• His recent comments and the reaction to them
• The importance of setting standards within the team
• The Blue Jackets’ struggles down the stretch
• Injuries and their impact on the lineup
• The physical nature of playoff hockey
• His return to coaching after stepping away
• Thoughts on current playoff matchups around the league

A direct and candid conversation about leadership, expectations and what it will take for Columbus to move forward.

Dave Hodge joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to share his thoughts on the Stanley Cup playoffs and the biggest storylines around the league.

Hodge weighs in on multiple playoff series, breaking down team performances, coaching decisions, and what stands out as the postseason unfolds.

The conversation covers:

• Key playoff matchups, including Buffalo, Minnesota and Montreal
• Minnesota’s depth and strong play
• Buffalo’s speed and comeback performance
• Coaching decisions and playoff intensity
• Brady Tkachuk’s early-game fight and its impact
• The Toronto Maple Leafs’ organizational structure and future
• The difference between playoff and regular season hockey
• Stories from Hodge’s career, including lessons from Hockey Night in Canada

A wide-ranging conversation with one of hockey broadcasting’s most recognizable voices, offering perspective on both today’s game and the evolution of coverage around it.

Chris Pronger joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss his new book, Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey’s Fiercest Competitors, and reflect on his career both on and off the ice.

Pronger shares the motivation behind writing the book, combining stories from his NHL career with lessons learned through adversity, including the personal challenges that shaped his journey.

The conversation covers:

• The story behind Earned: The True Cost of Greatness from One of Hockey’s Fiercest Competitors
• Lessons from his playing career and life beyond hockey
• Overcoming adversity and personal struggles
• Leadership, pressure and growth at the highest level
• His thoughts on the Stanley Cup playoffs and key matchups
• His current focus outside of hockey operations

A candid and wide-ranging conversation with one of hockey’s most respected voices, offering insight into both the game and life beyond it.

Steve Staios, General Manager of the Ottawa Senators, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey following the team’s return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Staios discusses Ottawa’s season, highlighting the group’s resilience through injuries and adversity, and what it took for the team to secure a playoff spot.

The conversation covers:

• The Senators’ journey back to the playoffs
• Overcoming injuries and depth challenges throughout the season
• Contributions from key players and the role of coaching under Travis Green
• The upcoming playoff matchup against Carolina
• The potential for a Battle of Ontario and what it would mean
• The competitive landscape in the Eastern Conference
• Staios’s relationship with ownership and the direction of the organization

A look at how Ottawa got back to the playoffs and what lies ahead as they prepare for the postseason.

Scott Burnside joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to break down the end of the NHL regular season and look ahead to the Stanley Cup playoffs.

The conversation covers the biggest storylines heading into the postseason, including teams facing pressure, potential matchups, and what could shape the playoff picture.

Topics include:

• Rick Bowness’ comments on the Columbus Blue Jackets and what it means moving forward
• Teams under pressure heading into the playoffs
• Potential matchups in the Eastern and Western Conferences
• The Carolina Hurricanes as a consistently strong but under-recognized contender
• Goaltending strategies and what matters most in the postseason
• Hart Trophy candidates, including Connor McDavid, Nikita Kucherov and Nathan MacKinnon
• Coaching changes and expectations around the league

A wide-ranging conversation on the biggest storylines heading into the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Bill Armstrong, General Manager of the Utah Mammoth, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss the team’s journey from rebuild to playoff contention.

Armstrong reflects on the process of building the Mammoth, the patience required along the way, and what it means for the group to reach the postseason.

The conversation covers:

• Utah’s path from rebuilding to playoff qualification
• Key additions and roster decisions that shaped the team
• The development of young players like Dylan Guenther and Logan Cooley• The importance of patience and long-term vision
• Defensive structure and the team’s approach heading into the playoffs
• Leadership and commitment from players who stayed through the process

A look at how Utah built its team and what comes next as the Mammoth enter the playoffs.

Scott Oake joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to reflect on his remarkable career in broadcasting and his decision to step away from Hockey Night in Canada.

Oake looks back on his journey, from joining Hockey Night in the late 1990s to becoming a familiar face on After Hours, sharing stories from across the league and the many people he met along the way.

The conversation covers:
• His path to Hockey Night in Canada and early days in the role
• The experience of hosting After Hours and connecting with players
• Life on the road and the demands of covering the NHL
• Memorable moments, including his interview with Snoop Dogg
• His decision to retire and focus on family and his recovery centers
• Leaving the game on his own terms

A heartfelt conversation with one of hockey’s most respected voices, reflecting on a career that spanned decades.

Stan Bowman, General Manager of the Edmonton Oilers, joins John Shannon  on 100% Hockey to discuss where the team stands as the race in the Pacific Division tightens.

Bowman breaks down Edmonton’s position in the standings, what has been driving the team’s play, and how the group is approaching the final stretch of the season.

The conversation covers:

• Connor McDavid’s impact and continued elite play• Leon Draisaitl’s status and recovery process
• Zach Hyman’s return and lineup health
• Defensive structure and the influence of Paul Coffey
• Goaltending performance and team consistency
• Key contributions from recent roster additions
• The mindset of a team competing for position down the stretch

A look at how the Oilers are navigating a critical point in the season and what it will take to stay in the fight.

Keith Jones, President of Hockey Operations for the Philadelphia Flyers, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss the team’s progress and direction.

Jones shares insight into the Flyers’ recent performance, including defensive improvements since the Olympic break and the continued development of the team’s young core.

The conversation covers:

• The growth of players like Travis Sanheim and Trevor Zegras
• The impact of recent acquisitions, including Porter Martone
• The decision to keep Rasmus Ristolainen amid trade speculation
• The Flyers’ defensive structure and improvements
• How the organization is building toward the future

A behind-the-scenes look at how the Flyers are developing their team and navigating key decisions.

Ken Holland, General Manager of the Los Angeles Kings, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss the team’s push for the playoffs in a tightly contested Western Conference race.

Holland breaks down where the Kings stand, with multiple teams battling around the same point total and every game carrying major implications down the stretch.

The conversation covers:

• The Kings’ position in the playoff race and what it will take to qualify
• The pressure of competing in a tightly packed Western Conference
• Anze Kopitar becoming the franchise’s all-time leading scorer and his leadership impact
• Recent coaching changes, including the promotion of DJ Smith
• The decision to trade Corey Perry and how it fits into the team’s direction