We often hear that American Thanksgiving is an important date in the NHL, if your team is in a playoff spot at Thanksgiving ... they are a playoff team. Former NHL Video Coach, Steve "Petey" Peters goes Inside the Coaches' Room to take a deep dive on the numbers.

What is the percentage of teams that make the playoffs when in a spot at Thanksgiving? What teams have historically had the best or worst percentages?

Can the Utah Mammoth make the playoffs? What does history say? Philadelphia Flyers are close to a playoff spot... the Flyers are perfect when in a playoff spot at Thanksgiving, see what other teams are at the top of the list.

Former NHL Video Coach, Steve “Petey” Peters takes you Insidethe Coaches’ Room to talk about the torrid start of the Boston Bruins, with 1week before Thanksgiving, can the Bruins hold on to the top spot in theAtlantic Division?

Petey also discusses the importance of home ice in the playoffsand why the wins this time of the year are so important.

Do coaches really dislike players on their team and does itmake a difference?  Petey looks at CamYork as an example.

Also, a weekly check-in with the Utah Mammoth, how close arethey to a playoff spot with Thanksgiving right around the corner.

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One month into the NHL season, which teams are out of thegate quick and which teams are not.  TheAnaheim ducks, under new coach Joel Queneville are in 1st place inthe Pacific Division and the New York Rangers with their new bench boss, MikeSullivan have been shut-out at home 5 times already this season. 

Former NHL Video Coach, Steve “Petey” Peters goes Insidethe Coaches’ Room for some of the reasons to the starts of both of these teams.

Plus, this week’s Utah Mammoth Update.

AND – Bill Armstrong, GM of the Utah Mammoth says the newTV in Utah is more expensive that the entire facility in Arizona – Petey giveshis story on trying to purchase a tv for the Arizona Coyotes…. Bill Armstrongmight not be that far off.

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Michael Carcone goes Inside the Coaches’ Room with Petey. Hear about the Utah Mammoth’s start to the season. He talks about the atmosphere at the Delta Center, the chemistry in the locker room, playoff chances for the Mammoth… and so much more!Is Utah mascot Tusky behind the recent winning streak? Carcone has thoughts. Is he a movie guy or a card guy on the plane? What is it like for an Ontario kid to play in Toronto against the Leafs?Go behind the curtain and hear what its like behind the scenes of the Utah Mammoth.Subscribe to Inside the Coaches’ Room

Former NHL Video Coach,Steve “Petey” Peters, goes Inside the Coaches’ Room for the first podcast ofthe 25-26 season.

Take a closer look atthe Utah Mammoth, their amazing start to the season and the possibility of thefranchises first playoff appearance.

Nick Schmaltz is off tothe best start in his career; Logan Cooley has sigh an eight year deal; Mammothhave improved offensively and defensively from last season.

Check out the NHLStandings on Halloween and how does that translate into a spot in the playoffs.

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Former NHL Video Coach, Steve “Petey” Peters goes Inside the Coaches’ Room and catches up with the head coach of the Utah Mammoth, André TourignyAndré talks about the transition to Utah, the Utah Mammoth ownership group, the elevation to Clayton Keller to captain, the NHL playoffs, the focus of defense in Utah, and SO MUCH MORE.Go behind the curtain and learn more from coaches, players and those close to the game of hockey… go Inside the Coaches’ Room.

Former NHL Video Coach, Steve “Petey” Peters goes Inside theCoaches’ Room and goes behind the curtain of the NHL Development Camps.  How have they changed over the years?  What is the role of the NHL coaching staff?When do the medical and equipment staff get time off (hint, they don’t) 

Petey also gets the chance to catch up with the developmentcoach of the Utah Mammoth, Nathaniel Brooks who talks more about how his roledevelops players both on and off the ice.

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Former NHL Video Coach, Steve “Petey” Peters goes Inside the Coaches’ Room and catches up with former Edmonton Oiler and current assistant coach of the Tucson Roadrunners, Zack Stortini.

Zack talks about his path to becoming a coach, how he develops young players both on and off the ice. Gives his definition of what it means to be a “tough” hockey player.  And stay tuned to hear what Zack and hisjunior teammates did with the meatballs at team dinners.

Go behind the curtain and learn more from coaches, playersand those close to the game of hockey… go Inside the Coaches’ Room.

Former NHL Video Coach, Steve “Petey” Peters goes Inside theCoaches’ Room and catches up with former Edmonton Oiler and current assistantcoach of the Tucson Roadrunners, Zack Stortini.

Zack talks about his path to becoming a coach, how he developsyoung players both on and off the ice. Gives his definition of what it means to be a “tough” hockey player.  And stay tuned to hear what Zack and hisjunior teammates did with the meatballs at team dinners.

Go behind the curtain and learn more from coaches, playersand those close to the game of hockey… go Inside the Coaches’ Room.

The Executive Director of the NHL Coaches' Association, Lindsay Pennal goes Inside the Coaches' Room to talk about the NHLCA's Global Coaches' Clinic in Toronto. Lindsay also talks about her unique path to her current role with the NHLCA, the key initiatives for the NHLCA. She also tells about how the NHLCA handles coaches that are getting off the coaching carousel (contract expired or terminated) - and helping those coaches prepare for what is next.Take a look behind the curtain on Inside the Coaches' Room with former NHL Video Coach, Steve "Petey" Peters.Subscribe to Inside the Coaches' RoomFor more info on the NHLCA's Global Coaches Clinic go to https://nhlcoaches.com/For more on the NHLCA's Mentorship Program and Free video content:https://nhlcoaches.com/mentorship-program/

The Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers will meet in a re-match of last year's Stanley Cup Final.

Former NHL Video Coach, Steve "Petey" Peters takes a deep dive for a preview into the 2 teams. Petey takes a statistical look into the 2 teams to see how they match up.

Petey also looks at the differences from this season to last season's final and how things have changes ... or stayed the same.How much influence have Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl had on the Oiler offense this playoffs v last years? You might be surprised.

Petey takes a closer look at the Goaltending, Sergei Bobrovsky v Stuart Skinner, who has the advantage?

Petey pulls out the whiteboard to help explain where this series will be won. And what to look for when watching the Stanley Cup Final on TV.

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