In the Crease - The ESPN NHL Podcast with Linda Cohn & Emily Kaplan

Islanders C Frans Nielsen chats with Joe McDonald about "finding hatred" for the teams New York has played in the postseason, what it's like playing for coach Jack Capuano and the frustrations of playing well in a loss.

Former Red Wings D Chris Chelios chats with Scott Burnside about the differences between playing and coaching, his position in Detroit, his memories of the U.S.'s 1996 World Cup of Hockey victory and more.

Scott Burnside, Craig Custance, Pierre LeBrun and Joe McDonald wonder who will take hold of the Penguins-Capitals series, dish on a "new beginning" for the Coyotes and more. Plus, Blues C Kyle Brodziak, Islanders C Frans Nielsen and Red Wings HOF'er Chris Chelios join.

Blues C Kyle Brodziak chats with Craig Custance about raising the level of intensity in the postseason, why this is the best time of year, how St. Louis is studying Dallas' tendencies and why there is a fine line when it comes to playing physical.

Pierre LeBrun chats with Penguins D Trevor Daley about how he views Washington's attempt to slow down Pittsburgh, Capitals D Brooks Orpik's suspension, who has stepped up for the Penguins this postseason and much more.

Scott Burnside, Craig Custance, Pierre LeBrun and Joe McDonald cover a bit of gamesmanship from Capitals HC Barry Trotz, Capitals D Brooks Orpik's hit on Penguins D Olli Maatta and why this Sharks team is different from years past. Plus, Penguins D Trevor Daley, Stars F Patrick Sharp and Islanders GK Thomas Greiss stop by.

Craig Custance chats with Stars F Patrick Sharp about advancing to the second round, Dallas' matchup with St. Louis, what it's like to play with C Jamie Benn and much more.

Scott Burnside, Craig Custance and Joe McDonald share their thoughts on the second round matchups of the Stanley Cup Playoffs including what may become of the Ducks after getting ousted early once again. Plus, we hear from Islanders D Johnny Boychuk, Lightning C Steven Stamkos and "Keeper of the Cup" Phil Pritchard.

Ducks LW David Perron chats with Pierre LeBrun about falling behind early in Anaheim's series with Nashville, the importance of the change in goal and much more.

Scott Burnside, Craig Custance, Pierre LeBrun and Joe McDonald recap first round matchups in the East, look ahead to the second round and preview Blackhawks-Blues Game 7. Plus, Penguins GK Matt Murray, Ducks LW David Perron and Blues D Colton Parayko stop by.