Longtime NHL executive and Columbus Blue Jackets senior advisor John Davidson joins Neil and Vic to share thoughts on a stirring opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the three organizations which have been part of his hockey career for over 50 years.

We'll look at all of the series and wrap up the show with "The Human Side of the Story." 34 months after his last game in the 2022 Stanley Cup Final, Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog has made the case for the Masterton Trophy with his dedication and perseverance following multiple procedures to repair a damaged knee.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[01:36] - In "Three Things You Need to Pay To," the theatre of the opening round is discussed as it the escape from league discipline by Matthew Tkachuk and the stunningly weak showing in net by Vezina Trophy favorite, Connor Hellebuyck.

[08:55] - Columbus Blue Jackets senior advisor John Davidson joins Neil and Vic. After some reminiscing about Panthers Head Coach Paul Maurice, JD talks about one of his former teams, the Blues, making life miserable for the Presidents Trophy winners.

[16:14] - John speaks to the Blue Jackets near playoff miss but that there's a lot plenty of reason optimism.

[22:10] - Both JD and Neil have had been presidents of the N.Y. Rangers exchange thoughts on what happened at MSG this season...and what might happen next.

[29:49] - John speaks fondly of his good friend and former broadcast partner, Sam Rosen.

[37:40] - JD shares what has compelled him through the opening round of the playoffs thus far.

[40:05] - The lineage of top end goaltending in New York which has been prevalent for the better part of half a century. Plus, JD touches on Hellebuyck's struggles.

[45:23] - Some final thoughts on the opening round.

[50:27] - Biggest takeaways from the four games on Sunday.

[1:09:26] - A look at Monday's games.

[1:13:14] - The Human Side of the Story takes a closer look at the long road back for Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog.

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