George Richards, the Florida Panthers' beat writer for The Athletic, joins the podcast to chat with host Steve Goldstein about the current state of the team, Aleksander Barkov and the captaincy, and how he became a sports writer.

In this episode, Steve Goldstein updates us on the last few weeks for the Panthers and describes the team's trip to Finland for the NHL Global Series.

Then, Goldstein spends some time talking with winger Jonathan Huberdeau about his start to the season and how he has adjusted to playing with new linemates. Huberdeau also discusses the team's confidence despite games that didn't go their way early on.

Jack Capuano, the Florida Panthers' associate coach and former head coach of the New York Islanders, takes some time to sit down with host Steve Goldstein and discuss a number of topics, including the 2016 playoffs, John Tavares, and the Panthers' defense.

Capuano also answers the question that's been on everyone's mind: Was Trocheck tripped?

Defensemen Mike Matheson and Jacob MacDonald sit down with host Steve Goldstein to talk about the upcoming season, which begins on Saturday, October 6th with a game against the cross-state rival Tampa Bay Lightning.

Matheson talks about his off-season, which included training and two special events, while the 25-year old MacDonald discusses his longer-than-usual journey to the NHL.

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"White Crow" by XTaKeRuX is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

With the off-season winding down, host Steve Goldstein takes some time to discuss the Panthers' summer doings and current roster as the team makes its final cuts. Goldie also delves deep into the team's decision to name 23-year old Aleksander Barkov their captain - the youngest in franchise history and second-youngest in the league - as well as their shrewd contractual moves made over the past several years.

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"White Crow" by XTaKeRuX is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

Host Steve Goldstein sits down with the Panthers' Vice President of Business Operations and two-time Stanley Cup champion Shawn Thornton to talk about his playing days as an enforcer, his current role as an NHL executive, and his views on fighting's place in today's game.

Thornton also answers a few extra questions, including which NHL player he'd buy a ticket to watch play and the most underrated player he played with.

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"White Crow" by XTaKeRuX is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

"Picture It All (Instrumental)" by Lorenzo's Music is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

Matt Caldwell, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Florida Panthers, joins the podcast to talk with Steve Goldstein about his job, working with General Manager Dale Tallon, the team's involvement in the community, ownership, and the franchise as a whole.

Caldwell also touches on his path to working for an NHL team, which included time spent at West Point and in the military.

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"Fireworks" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Picture It All (Instrumental)" by Lorenzo's Music is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

Steve Mayer, Executive Vice President and Chief Content Officer at the NHL, joins the podcast to talk with Steve Goldstein about the league's approach to fan engagement and the entertainment aspect of hockey. 

Mayer also explains his responsibilities at the NHL, what it took to get to his current position, and what it's like to work with commissioner Gary Bettman.

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"Fireworks" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Picture It All (Instrumental)" by Lorenzo's Music is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

Steve Goldstein sits down with Ed Jovanovski, the 1st-overall pick by the Florida Panthers in the 1994 NHL Entry Draft. Jovanovski spent 7 seasons with the Panthers during his career, which spanned 19 years, and helped lead the team to its first-ever playoff berth and an Eastern Conference championship title during the franchise's fabled 1995-96 campaign.

Goldstein and Jovanovski dive deep into that season's playoff run as well as his time with the Canucks and Coyotes, and much more. A current resident of South Florida, Jovanovski gives his predictions for the Panthers' upcoming 2018-19 season.

Music used:

"Fireworks" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Picture It All (Instrumental)" by Lorenzo's Music is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

Steve Goldstein is joined by Jared McCann, the 22-year old center entering his third season with the Florida Panthers, to discuss everything from his career thus far, the 2016-17 season, and new first-year head coach Bob Boughner, to Aleksander Barkov, the Marjory Stoneman Douglas tragedy, and more.

Music used:

"Fireworks" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Picture It All (Instrumental)" by Lorenzo's Music is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

"Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0