Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

The New Jersey Devils have been very busy this offseason including the addition of Anthony Mantha and the trading of Jacob Markstrom. And they may not be done yet.

Zach Berman of Locked On Devils joins us to discuss the moves made thus far by the team and new GM Sunny Mehta and where New Jersey stands as we head towards training camp.

The Utah Mammoth have had a big offseason as they try to remake the direction of their team with the additions of Vincent Trocheck and Anders Lee to the lineup.

Tom Callahan of Locked On Mammoth discusses the changes and the unstated changed emphasis the team is undergoing this offseason and what that means for next year.

The Winnipeg Jets are still waiting to trade goalie Connor Hellebuyck away which is expected to happen soon and have a big impact on the direction of the team.

Harrison Lee of Locked On Winnipeg Jets discusses the deal, what they Jets can expect in return and how this move fits in with the overall plan to retool this team going forward. 

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

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The NHL has released its 2026-27 schedule and we have the key dates and matchups including homecomings for stars like Sergei Bobrovsky, John Carlson, Brady Tkachuk, Anders Lee and Boone Jenner. Plus how the NHL missed an opportunity with Gavin McKenna's NHL debut on opening day and a strange schedule quirk that aims to appeal to European markets but does not favors to North American fans. Plus who has the most and least back-to-back games in the coming season.

Plus, RFAs sign on the dotted line with Trevor Zegras, Kirby Dach, and Connor McMichael avoiding arbitration and signing new contracts. Which ones made sense for the players and the teams?

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

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In this Thursday edition of Locked On NHL, host Nick Zararis steps in solo while Hunter Hodies is away to discuss the massive news out of Detroit: Steve Yzerman has been relieved of his duties as the general manager of the Red Wings. This highly detailed episode explores the philosophical challenges of rebuilding an NHL franchise, the life cycle of a general manager, and the interconnected decisions that led to the end of a franchise legend's tenure 

05:54 Evaluating Steve Yzerman's Detroit tenure

07:19 First offseason strategy considerations

11:06 Analyzing Red Wings' management decisions

15:07 Detroit's prospect development issue

17:15 Evaluating Detroit's Defense Lineup

23:20 Draft strategy and team development

26:23 Red Wings' playoff struggles

28:00 Red Wings' talent needs and future

Why the Red Wings Rebuild Failed | Yzerman, Holland and long-term issues

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Ross Levitan and Mike DiStefano break down Steve Yzerman's exit as Detroit GM, Anthony Mantha's new deal with the Devils, NHL home opener matchups, and changes in New Jersey's goalie situation. Full schedule release and season storylines also discussed.

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Elias Pettersson’s $11.6M contract looms large as the Vancouver Canucks eye a rebuild—will contending teams circle back for the star center, or is this deal impossible to move? Seth Toupal and JD Young break down Vancouver’s strategy, potential destinations like the Pittsburgh Penguins, and why a fresh start could reignite Pettersson’s career. With J.T. Miller and Evander Kane gone, the Canucks face pivotal decisions about their future, cap space, and whether top prospects will step up as the team projects a bottom-three finish.

Can the Chicago Blackhawks overcome Connor Bedard’s shoulder injury and finally take a leap in the brutal Central Division? The hosts debate Chicago’s outlook after key signings like Bowen Byram and Tyler Bertuzzi, as well as the pressure on young talent to deliver. Plus: Are the Calgary Flames heading for an even tougher year with goal-scoring woes and one of the NHL’s most immovable contracts in Jonathan Huberdeau?

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The Chicago Blackhawks got bad news late last week when star center Connor Bedard suffered a freak shoulder injury during an offseason workout. 

Jack Bushman of Locked On Blackhawks joins us to discuss the impact of the injury on the team, who could help pick up the slack in Bedard's absence and the negotiations on a new deal between Bedard and the team after the Leo Carlsson offer sheet.

The Detroit Red Wings still haven't moved captain Dylan Larkin and we don't know if GM Steve Yzerman will be able to accommodate his captain's trade wishes this offseason.

Brian Fisher of Locked On Red Wings joins us to discuss the team's options, what happens if they don't trade Larkin and what they may want in return for him. Plus, where does the team go from here?

It's a new era for the Vancouver Canucks as they have a new coach and new GM. But what will the direction of the franchise be and will we see another trade this offseason?

Trevor Beggs of Locked On Canucks joins us to discuss the latest Elias Pettersson trade rumors and what other moves we could see this offseason and discusses what this rebuild will look like for the team.

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

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The Anaheim Ducks matched the Philadelphia Flyers offer sheet for Leo Carlsson but where do the Flyers go from here in their quest for a legitimate top line center and how does this impact their future? 

Plus, Connor Bedard is one of the next stars expected to sign a new contract as he is an RFA this offseason. How does his recent shoulder injury impact negotiations and the Chicago Blackhawks upcoming season and how will the Carlsson contract impact Bedard's salary and term?

Dylan Larkin adds a fourth team to his list of clubs he's willing to be traded to and controversy about the owner of the Carolina Hurricanes and his decision to put family members' names on the Stanley Cup. 

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

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The Anaheim Ducks have officially matched the staggering offer sheet for Leo Carlsson. What does this mean for the future of the franchise, the Philadelphia Flyers' next big move, and the shifting balance of power in the NHL? In this episode of Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies break down the massive implications of the Leo Carlsson offer sheet situation. They dive deep into the Ducks' salary cap future, Danny Briere's aggressive hunt for a true number-one center, and why NHL superstars are wielding more power than ever before. Plus, they discuss how soon we might see the league's first $20 million player. 

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Offer Sheet chaos rocks the NHL as the Philadelphia Flyers target Anaheim Ducks star Leo Carlsson, triggering a high-stakes GM rivalry between Danny Briere and Pat Verbeek. Will the Ducks match the record-breaking offer, or is Carlsson Philly-bound in exchange for four first-round picks? The uncertainty fuels major questions about team-building, player loyalty, and bold front office strategies across the league.

Seth Toupal and JD Young break down the dynamics of the Ducks-Flyers standoff, spotlighting contract missteps, the fallout for stars like Cutter Gauthier and Mason McTavish, and the domino effect on emerging talents including Connor Bedard, Adam Fantilli, and Macklin Celebrini. Key topics include GM feuds, evolving contract norms, and the rising risk of blockbuster offer sheets shaking up NHL rosters. Can Anaheim reset, or will this saga reshape the market for franchise players?

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