On this episode of The Hockey News Pre-Game Show with Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos:

- Where did things go wrong with the Columbus Blue Jackets?

- Morgan Rielly is suspended five games, but are things working out for the Maple Leafs? Was Rielly right to appeal his suspension?

- Sean Couturier is the new captain of the Philadelphia Flyers. Why was he the right choice?

- Amy Johnson of The Hockey News' Montreal Canadiens site joins the show to discuss Juraj Slafkovsky, the team's trade deadline goals and more.

- Columbus is reportedly finally getting an outdoor game as the Jackets are expected to host Detroit at Ohio State's football stadium next season. How cool is that? 

- Blake Wheeler is out for the season; what are the repercussions for the Rangers?

- Are the Canadians the best team in women's international hockey right now?

- Who will be the inaugural PWHL champions?

And so much more!

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