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Utah Mammoth emerge as West contenders following a bold offseason overhaul. A string of savvy moves—including adding Vincent Trocheck, Anders Lee, and goaltender Sebastian Cossa—raise the question: Can Utah’s young offensive core break into the NHL’s elite and outmuscle rivals like the Avalanche, Stars, and Wild for a top playoff spot?

Seth Toupal and JD Young analyze Utah’s rise and debate the uncertain futures of the Detroit Red Wings and Columbus Blue Jackets. With Dylan Larkin’s status and Detroit’s GM vacancy clouding the Atlantic, and Zach Werenski’s contract drama fueling questions in Columbus, both teams teeter on the edge between playoff dreams and potential rebuilds. Key topics include franchise-level goaltending, high-impact trades, and how shifting front-office dynamics could reshape the postseason race. Can the Mammoth sustain their momentum while the Red Wings and Blue Jackets search for answers?

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A season removed from exceeding expectations, the Penguins now still as a big unknown heading into the 2026-27 season. Is Pittsburgh poised to take a step forward and make a push for the top of the Metropolitan Division or are the Penguins worse and vulnerable to go back to missing the playoffs?

Mike Asti and Alex Wiederspiel discuss how Sidney Crosby and company pulled off their success last season, why Kyle Dubas wasn’t able to convert any big swing attempts in the offseason and how fans should view their new team with LockedOn Penguins host Hunter Hoodies.

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The Florida Panthers got some potentially devastating news concerning Brad Marchand on Friday as he had to undergo surgery for an injury he suffered back in December because rehab alone wasn't enough.

Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers joins us to discuss the impact of Marchand's potential absence plus what the addition of Brady Tkachuk will mean to the team.

The Edmonton Oilers likely enter the new season with a three goalie rotation which is not typical in the NHL. What will it take to make this work and can the team get by with three goalies and keep them all happy?

Plus, what will it take to convince Connor McDavid to sign a new extension with the team?

The Montreal Canadiens have had a relatively quiet offseason but that may not really be a problem as the team looks like contenders once again.

Laura Saba of Locked On Canadiens discusses the team's moves, the status of Arber Xhekaj and Zack Bolduc. Plus some young players who can help the team improve and how do the Habs replace Brendan Gallagher?

All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with Gil Martin.

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The Ottawa Senators face a turning point after trading captain Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers in a blockbuster move. With William Eklund joining the squad and Claude Giroux’s veteran presence anchoring the lineup, can the Sens sustain their playoff momentum in the tough Atlantic Division? Questions swirl around Tim Stutzle’s superstar rise, the team’s revamped forward depth and whether new faces like Andrei Burakovsky and Dylan Cozens can fill the offensive void. Locked on Senators host Brandon Pillar, joined by Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights, breaks down Ottawa’s offseason overhaul, plus the goal tending tandem of Linus Ullmark and Sam Ersson. Key topics include the evolving leadership landscape—will Thomas Chabot, Jake Sanderson, or Giroux wear the “C”?—plus Steve Staios’ vision for keeping the Senators competitive. Don’t miss this sharp, insider analysis on Ottawa’s lineup shakeup, their October showdown with Tkachuk’s Panthers, and what it means for the Senators’ playoff aspirations.

00:00 Ottawa Senators 2026-27 Recap & Overview

05:36 Claude Giroux, Stützle & Leadership Changes

12:15 Brady Tkachuk Trade & Roster Overhaul

26:28 Lineup Predictions & Season Outlook

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Today we examine some possible occurrences that could really make the 2026-27 NHL season fun. That includes having a team that has never won the Stanley Cup winning it for the first time or maybe the Toronto Maple Leafs ending their nearly six decade long championship drought. 

Plus, could the balance in the divisions change with the Metropolitan and Pacific Divisions catching the Central and Atlantic or having new players lead the league in scoring. Plus, could Alexander Ovechkin go out in a blaze of glory and become the first player in NHL history to score 1,000 regular season goals?

All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with Rachel Donner and Gil Martin.

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As training camp approaches for the 2026-27 NHL season, hosts Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies break down the biggest storylines set to define the league. 

They discuss expectations for the Toronto Maple Leafs, whether the Florida Panthers can return with a vengeance, if this is the Dallas Stars' last big chance to win, etc. Plus, they examine the revamped Florida Panthers goaltending dynamic and discuss why the Metropolitan Division is primed for an absolute brawl down the stretch.

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Dissecting one of the most talked about teams of the offseason, Mike Asti and Alex Wiederspiel discuss what to make of the Edmonton Oilers ahead of the 2026-27 season with LockedOn Oilers host Nick Zarais.

They go from looking back at what went wrong and why Edmonton took a step back last season, to debating the Mike Babcock hire, to analyzing the current roster and how the glaring issue in net still exists.

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Ross Levitan and Mike DiStefano discuss the NHL teams under the most pressure to win the Stanley Cup and react to the NHL Network’s top 20 defensemen rankings.

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Los Angeles Kings double down on experience, assembling one of the NHL’s oldest rosters as they seek a playoff return. Can veterans like Mats Zuccarello and Artemi Panarin offset losing Anze Kopitar and mask concerns about an aging goaltending trio of Darcy Kuemper, Anton Forsberg, and Phoenix Copley? Seth Toupal and Gil Martin examine whether Peter Laviolette’s system shift can spark enough offense, fix lackluster special teams, and help LA keep up with high-flying rivals like the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights. 

The conversation then shifts east to the New York Islanders, where a looming youth movement is set to challenge roster mainstays. As Ilya Sorokin anchors the crease and Matthew Schaefer emerges, can Peter DeBoer’s renewed focus on defensive structure propel the Islanders back into the playoff race? Plus, are the Anaheim Ducks poised for continued playoff success, or was last season’s surge a fleeting glimpse? Don’t miss this strategic breakdown of three teams fighting for relevance in a rapidly evolving NHL landscape. 

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The New Jersey Devils looked as hot as anyone to start 2025-26. Was it real life? Was it just fantasy? Zach Berman of Locked On New Jersey Devils joined the Game Night crew and talked about the overheated start to the season, Jack Hughes' mysterious injury and the Devils depth issues. Have those now been resolved heading into 2026-27? Will the three goalie tandem work? Are the Devils under pressure or playing with house money? 

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