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Toronto Maple Leafs spark controversy with the hiring of John Chayka as general manager, raising eyebrows around the NHL. With just one supporter out of 20 league insiders backing the move, is Toronto poised for disaster or a dramatic turnaround? Seth Toupal and JD Young dissect Chayka’s rocky introduction, question Craig Berube’s critical role, and spotlight looming power struggles with Mats Sundin in the front office. Key assets like Auston Matthews and William Nylander face uncertain futures as speculation swirls about major trades and a painful rebuild.

Draft lottery odds heat up as Vancouver sits atop the standings, but could the Chicago Blackhawks or a surprise team land projected top pick Gavin McKenna? Plus, early Conn Smythe leaders emerge with Quinn Hughes posting monster numbers, Frederik Andersen dominating in net, and dark horses like Logan Stankoven rising. Tune in for sharp analysis, playoff insights, and all the drama affecting the NHL’s biggest franchises.

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GAME NIGHT: The Carolina Hurricanes ESCAPEe with OT Win versus the Philadelphia Flyers, Vegas Golden Knights TAKE Game 1 vs the Anaheim Ducks, Preview of Tuesday and Wednesday Night's Games.

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The Montreal Canadiens knock off the Tampa Bay Lightning with a gritty 2-1 Game 7 road win, advancing to face the Buffalo Sabres despite recording just nine shots—a record low for a postseason victory. Can rookie goaltender Jakob Dobes continue his clutch heroics and push Montreal deeper into the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Eddie Garcia and Mike Asti break down Montreal's win, Tampa Bay’s missed opportunities, and the emotional triumph for Martin St. Louis over his former team. The show also recaps the Colorado Avalanche’s wild 9-6 shootout over the Minnesota Wild, spotlights standout performance by Cale Makar and examines chaos in net for both teams. Plus, insider reports from Locked On local experts Ian Bosvert, Zach Pearson and Seth Toupal, and a look ahead to pivotal Golden Knights vs. Ducks and Sabres vs. Canadiens playoff matchups. Who stands out as a true Cup contender after a night of contrasting playoff drama?

00:00 Canadiens Eliminate Lightning — Game 7 Recap

13:08 Avalanche vs. Wild Shootout — Game 1 Breakdown

28:03 Second Round Preview — Vegas/Anaheim & Buffalo/Montreal

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The Minnesota Wild fell in a thrilling, back and forth Game 1 in their second round series against the Colorado Avalanche.

Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild discusses what went wrong for the Wild defensively and what the keys are to them winning this series against the team with the league's best record.

The Buffalo Sabres have advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs after dispatching the Boston Bruins in six games. Joe DiBiase of Locked On Sabres discusses how the Sabres overcame the Bruins, how the goaltending stepped up and what it will take for the team to advance to the Eastern Conference Final.

The Anaheim Ducks ended the Edmonton Oilers reign as Western Conference champions with an upset win in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Kyle Kjer of Locked On Anaheim Ducks joins us to discuss the reasons the Ducks won the series and the coaching of Joel Quenneville plus how the Ducks can overcome the different challenge that awaits them in the Vegas Golden Knights. 

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

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The Carolina Hurricanes dominate the Philadelphia Flyers as Logan Stankoven stays red hot and Frederik Andersen posts another shutout, as the Hurricanes win the opening game of Round 2. Can any team slow down this surging Carolina squad, who haven’t trailed once in five playoff games? Eddie Garcia, Mike Asti, and Locked on Hurricanes host Zach Martin break down Stankoven’s record-breaking playoff performance, Fredrick Andersen being dominant in goal and why the post-trade momentum might finally push Carolina past their conference finals hurdle. The episode also previews the dramatic Game 7 showdown between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning, dissecting Andrei Vasilevskiy vs. Jacob Dobes, and identifying which stars—like Brandon Hagel or Cole Caufield—need to step up. Highlights include a deep dive into the upcoming Avalanche vs. Wild grudge match, featuring Matt Boldy’s scoring spree and Quinn Hughes’ playoff impact. Which teams will overcome playoff fatigue, and whose road to the Stanley Cup just got tougher?

00:00 — Hurricanes vs. Flyers Recap

13:08 — Lightning vs. Canadiens Game 7 Preview

23:56 — Avalanche vs. Wild Series Preview

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Andrei Vasilevskiy leads the Lighting in a thrilling 1-0 overtime win in Montreal forcing the Canadiens to play a Game 7 in Tampa. Locked on Canadiens co-host Laura Saba joins to discuss the Habs challenge ahead. The Buffalo Sabres clinch their first playoff series win in 19 years after a dominant Game 6 victory over the Boston Bruins. Locked on Sabres host Joe DiBiase and Locked on Bruins host Ian McLaren join to give their perspectives. Hosts Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights break down why experience matters, how Mitch Marner helped propel the Vegas Golden Knights past the Utah Mammoth, and examine the Bruins’ surprising home struggles. With the Vegas Golden Knights set to face the Anaheim Ducks and the Carolina Hurricanes gearing up for a defensive showdown against the Philadelphia Flyers, the postseason drama is just heating up. Which underdog will continue their Cinderella run?

00:00 NHL Game Night Intro & Elimination Overview

01:31 Canadiens vs Lightning: Game 6 Overtime Drama

10:41 Sabres Eliminate Bruins: Series Breakdown

19:41 Golden Knights Advance: Utah Mammoth Review

27:29 Looking Ahead: Round Two & Scheduling

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The Edmonton Oilers saw their season end in round 1 after falling to the Anaheim Ducks in six games. What does this mean for the future of Connor McDavid and the Oilers team? Is it time to break up the core or was this team just unlucky with injuries and other fixable issues? 

Plus, the NHL announces the finalists for the Lady Byng Trophy and the Vezina Trophy but did they get it right and who is most likely to win it? And can history be made as assistant coach Jessica Campbell parts ways with the Seattle Kraken to explore other opportunities. Will we see the first female head coach in NHL history?

And we preview an exciting weekend of Stanley Cup Playoff action with three Game 6 matchups tonight and the start of Round 2 as the Flyers and Hurricanes meet in Game 1 on Saturday.

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

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The Minnesota Wild finally advance out of the first-round, eliminating the Dallas Stars behind Quinn Hughes’ electric three-point performance. Can Minnesota’s bold trade for Hughes fuel a deeper Stanley Cup Playoff push? Eddie Garcia, Shukri Wrights and Locked on Wild host Seth Toupal break down the Wild’s big win, Jesper Wallstedt’s standout goaltending and what this means for Dallas after a disappointing early exit. Discussion heats up around Bill Guerin’s aggressive roster moves and the upcoming second-round clash with the Colorado Avalanche. The Anaheim Ducks surge past the Edmonton Oilers, advancing for the first time since 2017 with key goals from Cutter Gauthier and Chris Kreider. Can Anaheim’s youth-driven offense outpace their next opponent? Kyle Kjer from Locked on Anaheim Ducks joins the conversation. And Locked on Oilers host Nick Zararis discussed the Oilers’ lack of speed and what’s next for Connor McDavid’s squad. Plus, a look ahead to pivotal Game 6 matchups across the NHL, with playoff survival and legacy on the line.

00:00 Playoff Recaps & Analysis

15:36 Oilers’ Elimination & Takeaways

23:49 Game 6 Previews & Bold Picks

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In this Thursday edition of Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers) and Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) break down a catastrophic night in Pittsburgh and look ahead to two pivotal Game 6s. Hunter explains why the depth scoring from Anthony Mantha and others completely dried up when it mattered most. With several UFAs like Mantha and Stuart Skinner likely out, what does "rebuilding on the fly" actually look like this summer? Hunter and Nick also discuss how Rick Tocchet’s 1-1-3 system neutralized the Penguins and why it might be a recipe for disaster against the Hurricanes.

After that, they discuss why the Stars haven't scored a 5-on-5 goal in 187 minutes. Can their power play keep them alive against the Minnesota Wild? Finally, they get into why Connor McDavid is clearly not 100%, and the Oilers' penalty kill is at a dismal 50%. Is an upset by the Ducks inevitable? 

04:01 Early playoff series struggles 

08:13 Flyers' unexpected series win 

15:17 Big Stars need more support 

16:10 Concerns about team strengths  

23:34 Player's health and team depth 

27:50 Oilers' strategy against LaCombe and Trouba 

28:26 Oilers vs. Anaheim matchup analysis 

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GAME NIGHT: The Philadelphia Flyers FINISH off their in-state rivals, the Pittsburgh Penguins, Pavel Dorofeyev nets a hat-trick as Brett Howden gets the game winner in double-overtime to take Vegas out to a 3-2 series lead, and the Montreal Canadiens Hatty NOT ENOUGH For Vegas vs Utah, and the Montreal Canadies TAKE Game 5 versus the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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