Get ready to dive into PWHL Vancouver: Inside Their Game-Changing Roster! 🚨 

Locked On NHL's Women's Hockey Report breaks down everything you need to know about Vancouver’s exciting new lineup. Hosts Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner take you behind the scenes of this expansion team, analyzing their roster moves, coaching hires, and the team’s potential to shake up the PWHL. 

This episode highlights the strategies shaping Vancouver's debut season, from star signings like Sarah Nurse and Claire Thompson to Coach Brian Idalski’s impact. 

Plus, explore the team's home at the iconic Pacific Coliseum, their draft picks, and how the team's vision could redefine PWHL competition. Where will Vancouver stack up in the league, and can they compete for a championship? Join us for in-depth analysis, expert insights, and a look at what's next for this groundbreaking team. 

CHAPTERS: 

00:00 - Intro 

02:54 - Vancouver's Progress So Far 

04:49 - Pacific Coliseum Venue 

08:37 - Vancouver's Head Coach Overview 

10:55 - Coaching Staff Insights 

13:39 - Team Information and Updates 

15:23 - Foundational Signings in Vancouver 

18:50 - Expansion Draft Details 

23:25 - Entry Draft Insights 

30:31 - Vancouver Roster Breakdown 

34:40 - Realistic Expectations for Vancouver 

39:30 - Additional Assistant Coaches 

44:30 - Women’s Para Hockey Championships 

46:40 - Olympic Orientation Camps Overview 

49:09 - Future of Women’s Hockey Report 

49:30 - Preview: PWHL Seattle 

49:59 - Outro 

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Everybody's talking about the Florida Panthers as they try to win a third straight Stanley Cup but can the Edmonton Oilers win the Western Conference for the third straight year? We discuss the obstacles to that achievement both within the Oilers locker room and the stiff competition Connor McDavid and company will face from teams like the Winnipeg Jets, Colorado Avalanche, Vegas Golden Knights, Dallas Stars, and Los Angeles Kings. 

Plus, the NHL announces there will be a World Cup of Hockey in 2028. We discuss the future of the event, how it will look and the pros and cons of having the tournament in the middle of the season.

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Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights discuss the Nashville Predators offseason and more with Locked On Nashville Predators expert Ann Kimmel. What when wrong last season? Can the Predators return to the playoffs? How hot is the seat for head coach Andrew Brunette? That and more on this episode of Locked on NHL GameNight. 

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The NHL season is a little more than a month away, and on today's show, Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies tackle the league's biggest storylines. Ranging from teams trying to break out of long playoff droughts to the Florida Panthers' sustained dominance, there is plenty to break down. Topics covered: 

•Can anyone challenge Florida in the east? 

•Will the Oilers and Connor McDavid get a contract done? 

•How hard will teams tank for Gavin McKenna? 

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Ross Levitan (Locked On Senators) and Mike DiStefano (Locked On Maple Leafs) cover Team Canada's Olympic orientation camp and discuss who the frontrunners to make the team should be.

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Red Wings' playoff hopes hang in the balance as Steve Yzerman's plan faces scrutiny. Can Detroit overcome a disappointing offseason and break their postseason drought?

Scott Bentley, co-host of Locked on Wings, joins to dissect the Red Wings' current situation. The discussion covers Yzerman's management decisions, Dylan Larkin's potential as a top-line center, and the team's struggles in the competitive Atlantic Division. Bentley offers candid insights on roster moves, highlighting the lack of significant additions outside goaltending.

Will the Red Wings find a way to navigate the NHL's toughest division and secure a playoff spot? Tune in for expert analysis on Detroit's chances and the challenges they face in the upcoming season.

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Tampa Bay Lightning's playoff dreams shattered. Can they bounce back?

The Tampa Bay Lightning face tough questions after a stunning first-round exit against the Florida Panthers. Greg Stephen, Lightning expert, breaks down the team's struggles with physical play and analyzes John Cooper's coaching future. Key topics include salary cap constraints, the potential closing of their championship window, and rising stars like Gage Goncalves.

Will Steven Stamkos and the aging core group prove doubters wrong? Tune in for insider perspectives on the Lightning's path forward in an increasingly competitive division.

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In this episode of Locked On NHL, hosts Seth Toupal and JD Young analyze the future of New York hockey and the Detroit Red Wings. They discuss the New York Islanders' potential rebuild, questioning whether it's time to infuse young talent into their aging roster. 

The conversation shifts to the New York Rangers, examining their recent changes and playoff prospects under new leadership. 

Finally, they evaluate the Detroit Red Wings' roster composition and playoff chances, debating the effectiveness of Steve Yzerman's rebuilding strategy. The hosts provide insightful commentary on each team's strengths, weaknesses, and potential trajectories for the upcoming NHL season, offering a comprehensive look at these franchises' current states and future outlooks.

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The Ottawa Senators look to build on last year's playoff berth and take another step forward in 2025-26. 

Brandon Piller of Locked On Senators joins us to discuss the offseason moves and the announcement that the team has purchased land for a potential new arena. We break down the keys to a successful season and the timeline for a new arena in Ottawa.

The Florida Panthers look to become the first team the Three-Peat as Stanley Cup champions in more than 50 years but can they overcome the early season absence of Matthew Tkachuk to get there? 

Armando Velez looks at that and how the Panthers were able to keep the core of their team together and even make a recent addition this offseason.

The Boston Bruins seek to bounce back after missing the playoffs last season but have they done enough to improve the team this summer? 

Ian McLaren of Locked On Boston Bruins discusses the offseason moves and the keys to improvement for the Bruins under new head coach Marco Sturm. 

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On today’s Women’s Hockey Report, Erica L. Ayala & Rachel Donner do a deep dive into the PWHL NY Sirens. What led to their uneven results over this past season? How did they handle the expansion process in terms of choosing protected players like Sarah Fillier & Micah Zandee-Hart as well as re-signing the former as a cornerstone of the team? How did they approach the draft accounting for huge losses like Alex Carpenter, Abby Roque, and trading Ella Shelton? And how do they stack up heading into year three of the PWHL?

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