Kool Button Hockey Podcast

We start with the big game at the 2022 Beijing Olympics between rivals Team Canada and the USA for the women's hockey gold-medal (2:57). Marie-Philip Poulin led the way for Canada as they became Olympic champions for the 5th time with a 3-2 win. We also talk more about Poulin's excellence as she became the only Canadian player, to score in four Olympic gold medal games!

Our 2nd main story had the Colorado Avalanche spoiling Jack Eichel's Vegas Golden Knights debut (13:02). Darcy Kuemper stopped 29 shots as the Avs beat Vegas 2-0 on Wednesday. It was Eichel's 1st game since being acquired from Buffalo and the 25-year-old finished with one shot, one hit in 17:24 of ice time.

Our Thursday Sports Interaction (19:53) includes our inside look at 2 of the 10 on the ice tonight. St. Louis at Montréal and Anaheim at Edmonton.

In our 2nd half of the pod we hit on one of our top topics looking at trades and talking about the big one this week as the Calgary Flames acquire Tyler Toffoli (22:03). On Monday morning, the Flames acquired the two-way winger from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a conditional 1st-round pick, a 2024 5th-round pick, forward Tyler Pitlick and prospect Emil Heineman.

NHL trade talks, trade rumors and speculation (27:32). Who's buying? Who's selling? We continue our trade talks hitting on a number of different teams and topics as we approach the NHL Trade Deadline March 21.

And in our Ultimate Hockey Fans Final Thoughts(37:56), we talk some Jagr with his 50th birthday and also tip our caps to Sidney Crosby scoring his 500th NHL Goal this week!

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Welcome to Episode 39 of the Kool Button Hockey Podcast! And if we bring up that number 39 we must talk some Dominik Hasek! Is he the best goalie ever?

On this edition of the pod, Steve and Craig hit on a number of NHL topics looking at some of league's news and notes from the past week and weekend.

• Goalie and coaching carousel
• A good goalie, equals a good coach
• Montreal 0-3 start under St. Louis
• Edmonton's start with Jay Woodcroft

Lots of love for the Colorado Avalanche (14:12) as we look at one if not the top team in the NHL and look at what they might need ahead of a playoff run.

In our Monday Sports Interaction(19:32) we give you an inside look at 3 of the 4 games in the NHL tonight: Detroit at Minnesota, Toronto at Seattle and Chicago at Winnipeg.

In the 2nd half of the pod we look at the red hot Calgary Flames (21:39) and things might play out in the pacific division.

Our discussions around the NHL Trade Deadline continue (25:57) as we wonder what some teams might do? With March 21 quickly approaching we talk about teams working on moves, a target focus and recognizing what your needs are.

And in our Ultimate Fans Final Thoughts (40:37) we get excited for the big women's Gold Medal Matchup this week at the Olympics between Canada and USA!

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We start this edition of the pod with big coaching news out of Montreal and Edmonton this week!

With the Habs firing Dominique Ducharme and naming Martin St. Louis interim head coach, Steve and Craig start with their thoughts on what is going on in Montreal. Reasons behind the fire/hire? And we share our thoughts on one of the firs big decisions by new Canadiens GM Kent Hughes.

The 2nd coaching casualty this week comes out West as the Edmonton Oilers say goodbye to Dave Tippett in the third year of his tenure (11:31). Why now? And what now for the Oilers? Steve and Craig also try and understand this decision by GM Ken Holland.

Brad Marchand was at it again this week (20:43). The Boston Bruins forward was suspended six games for roughing/high-sticking Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Tristan Jarry.

Our Thursday Sports Interaction (26:57) features our usual inside view on the NHL tonight, but the boys also share some Super Bowl picks with the big game Sunday!

Another big game comes our way in the NHL Thursday. A possible Stanley Cup preview as the Tampa Bay Lightning visit the Colorado Avalanche (29:13). We dive deeper into this marquee matchup and talk about two of the league's top teams with two of the best head coaches.

Some more Olympic Hockey talk comes your way near the end of the pod (41:18). Both the Men's and Women's tournaments are in full swing and we talk about excitement around both.

And we conclude this edition of the pod with out Ultimate Hockey Fans Final Thoughts (48:08) talking some Tuukka Rask with the news about his retirement this week.

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Welcome to another edition of the Kool Button Hockey Podcast as we start the week off with some classic hockey talk with Steve Kouleas and Craig Button.

We start post NHL Allstar weekend talking about the League's big showcase event. What did we like?

From the spectacle on the ice to business off it, the Allstar weekend in Vegas also feature a very intriguing State of the Union from NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Deputy Commissioner Billy Daly.

We share our thoughts on the press conference and also talk about new testing protocols. What happens now with testing? How will testing work for crossing the Canada/USA border.

Jack Eichel and a Vegas Golden Knights (12:34) debut is getting closer! With excitement growing the big question is who will be shipped out of Sin City? And how will play out with salary implications and possible trades?

On our Monday Sports Interaction (19:25) with the NHL back on the ice we look at the Carolina Hurricanes at the Toronto Maple Leafs and New Jersey Devils at the Ottawa Senators!

In the 2nd half of the pod (21:35) its all about the NHL Trade Deadline and the Art of The Deal. Now 6only 6 weeks away!!! What might some teams do? How is in play?

Craig takes us inside the room as he shares stories about trade deadline and trying to make deals with Darcy Regier and Lou Lamoriello.

And as part of our Final Thoughts (37:38) on this episode, we look at the big women's hockey matchup between Canada and USA at the 2022 Winter Olympics!

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We get right into it with Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz outburst Wednesday (00:14). What was he thinking? What happens now? Will there be an NHL response and is one needed?

Our 2nd main topic we focus on Women’s hockey getting underway (10:46) at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing! Canada and USA both open with wins but both lose key forwards to injuries.

Thursday's Sports Interaction (18:44) with the NHL on the Allstar break, Steve gives us some possible trophy winners this season looking at the Art Ross, Calder and Jack Adams.

In the 2nd half of the pod we talk about the NHL at the Allstar break and what might happen the 2nd half of the season (21:00).

Craig is excited about the Florida Panthers season and what is to come (21:52) as they remind him of his 1999 Stanley Cup Champion Dallas Stars.

Steve looks at possible playoff scenarios in the East (24:53) and the teams involved. And what's another episode without Kool and some Oilers love! (26:23)

We also look the Pacific race, the Vegas Golden Knights and Calgary Flames (28:33). And as part of our Ultimate Hockey Fans Final Thoughts (39:20) we think the future is bright for both the NHL and hockey and we are looking forward to NHL Allstar skills!

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We start this edition of the pod with some fun with numbers as we dedicate Episode 35 to the great Tony Esposito!

Speaking of great goalies one of our main topics includes Carey Price and his future with the Montreal Canadiens (4:56). Following his weekend press conference we have a few thoughts and questions. Will and when does he play again? What should his plan be? What should the team do?

Our 2nd main topic yet again we take a look at the Edmonton Oilers with the addition and debut of Evander Kane (11:43). The Oilers now look deep up front and have options. However we still think some pieces are needed on the back end, on both the blue line and between the pipes.

Mondays Sports Interaction (16:50)

Florida at Columbus

Vancouver at Chicago

New Jersey at Toronto

Edmonton at Ottawa

Anaheim at Detroit

Another reoccurring topic on the pod our ageless wonders 8 and 87! Sidney Crosby 2 goals shy of 500 (18:50) plays Alex Ovechkin this week and we talk about the great rivalry between the two that keeps on giving!

Another great story this season has been the Colorado Avalanche and Nazem Kadri (28:53). The Avs are looking great as they extended their home winning streak to 18 and Kadri's impressive season has been a big time catalyst for the team.

In our Final thoughts (35:09), Craig is excited for the upcoming 2022 Women's Olympic hockey tournament especially Canada vs USA! Meanwhile Steve has high praise for the Florida Panthers Jonathan Huberdeau and Aleksander Barkov!

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We start this addition of the pod with a code orange in Philadelphia as Steve and Craig try and figure out where the Flyers go from here? GM Chuck Fletcher, his blank cheque and the mess on Broad Street. What happens next? How will Claude Giroux’s situation play out? Where will he end up?

With Henrik Lundqvist’s 30 and Sergei Zubov’s 56 jersey retirements in New York and Dallas this weekend we talk about both hockey legends and remember their careers.

Learn about Lundqvist(12:25) before he was the King. Where does Hank rank on the all time goalie list? Thoughts about watching his rise and great career on Broadway.

When it comes to Sergei Zubov(25:30), our very own Craig Button who won the 1999 Stanley Cup in Dallas with 56 shares a few stories about the Hall of Famer.

Sports Interaction (23:15) we look and try and set you up for 6 of the 10 games in the NHL Thursday:

Carolina at Ottawa

Vegas at Florida

Seattle at Pittsburgh

NY Rangers at Columbus

Calgary at St. Louis

Nashville at Edmonton

And we close things out on this edition of the pod talking some Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers and Craig's Top 5 teams in the NHL right now!

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From the NHL playoff format to 3-on-3 overtime changes, Steve and Craig discuss and debate a number of hockey's hottest topics on this edition of the pod including the exciting February ahead!

With Craig still in Winnipeg we start things off talking some Jets! Also part of the first half we talk NHL big picture as we discuss the product, style of play and where the League is at on the ice.

Our Monday Sports Interaction(23:23) is a busy one as we look at Dallas at Philadelphia, Vegas at Washington, St. Louis at Calgary, Anaheim at Bostonand Los Angeles at NY Rangers.

Some thoughts about the NHL Trade Deadline coming up March 21. Does dealing at the deadline work? Craig also shares a story about his time with the Dallas Stars at 1999 deadline. What players and names are available this year? What do some teams need to do?

And before our finally thoughts we have a conversation about the New York Islanders in the 1980's and Clark Gillies with the sad news about his passing. Steve and Craig remember the amazing player and person who was a huge part of the dynasty that made so many memories for so many people!

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On our 32nd episode, we start with a nod to a great 32 Steve "Stumpy" Thomas who went undrafted. And speaking of undrafted, we also talk some Martin St. Louis greatness to start this edition of the pod!

Our first main topic comes from the New York Ranger 6-3 win vs the Toronto Maple Leafs as we discuss and debate where both teams are at and who will go further in the playoffs.

The New York Rangers are looking good for the playoffs, a big reason stud netminder Igor Shesterkin, who could be up for some major hardware.

Meanwhile the Toronto Maple Leafs have problems playing with the lead. Do they understand situational hockey?

One of our other main topics on this episode is the Montreal Canadiens new GM Kent Hughes introduction this week. How will he handle his new role? What is the plan at trade deadline? Who stays? Who goes?

Thursday's Sports Interaction(30:00)

Winnipeg at Nashville

Florida at Edmonton

We also discuss the new NHL comprehensive update to the 2021-22 regular-season schedule. As all 32 teams will complete their respective 82-games by the regular season's original closing date of Friday, April 29!

And as part of out final thoughts, we tip our caps to the great seasons that both Alex Ovechkin and Nazem Kadri are having!

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Welcome to our winter wonderland edition of the podcast! With Steve snowed in and Craig in Michigan we start this edition of the pod talking a little Borje Salming and Wayne Gretzky.

Our 1st main topics has us looking at the NHL Allstar Game and the selections. We share our overall thoughts on the weekend and how the event comes off. Are we ok with the players who are going?

Our start of the week Sports Interaction(16:30) features Steve and Craig looking at Montreal vs Arizona on Monday and Carolina at Boston Tuesday.

In our 2nd half of the pod we talk Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights. The timetable for his return and the importance of the team being on the same page. Also what might happen with roster decisions and trades to get him in the lineup.

As we approach the 2nd half of the season, a very intriguing story line includes how the Wild Wild West will be won? We look at some of the tight races in both the Central and Pacific.

And we conclude this edition with a great conversation about Chris Pronger with the St. Louis Blues retiring his number 44 Monday.

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