Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

Carolina's dominant third period in Toronto might be a bellweather for the Canes. Are they ready to take that next step? Meanwhile, young stars continue to prove a changing of the guard is coming as both Connor Bedard and Leo Carlsson have big nights again for Chicago and Anaheim respectively. Plus, Nathan MacKinnon is building an MVP case after another big night. 

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The Detroit Red Wings look to be improved but have struggled to finish and put the puck in the back of the net in recent games.

Brian Fisher of Locked On Red Wings joins us to discuss the reasons for the team's struggles and how they can be fixed, plus where does this team stand with the Yzerplan right now.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the NHL's surprise teams in the first month of this season but is this club for real?

Hunter Hodies of Locked On Penguins joins us to discuss the impact of the coaching change on this team and the rejuvenation of Evgeni Malkin. Plus what will it take for the Pens to keep winning? 

The Utah Mammoth have are off to a strong start this season as their young players step up and improve their games.

Robyn Leano of Locked On Mammoth joins us to discuss how the Mammoth have improved and what it will take for them to not only stay in the playoff hunt but to return to the postseason.

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

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Colorado utterly and completely embarrasses Edmonton in Edmonton. The Islanders finally get some revenge on the Rangers, who remain winless at home. Across the league, the Oilers and Rangers probably aren't the only teams who should be concerned with their play. 

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PWHL Seattle Torrent and Vancouver Goldeneyes reveal bold new names and logos, but branding confusion lingers—will fans embrace the identity shift? 

Erica L. Ayala and Rachel Donner break down the expansion teams’ branding decisions, the Seattle leak, and the impact on jersey designs, exploring how local flavor and league-level strategies could shape fan culture. The hosts debate which team logo stands out and share insights from exclusive access at Seattle’s launch event, including player reactions and behind-the-scenes branding revelations. 

USA Hockey dominates Team Canada 4-1 in Rivalry Series Game 1, powered by Abby Murphy’s natural hat trick and Taylor Heise’s dazzling four-point game. Was Team Canada’s late roster release and experimental goalie lineup a gamble that backfired? 

The conversation spotlights missed netfront coverage, key absences like Emily Clark and Brianne Jenner, plus early-season chemistry challenges. Get updates on PWHL training camps, the Vancouver Black Hockey Night controversy, and Seattle fan community events. 

• 00:00 "Women's Hockey Updates & Expansion" 
• 05:45 PWHL Jersey Launch Concerns 
• 06:37 Quieter Vancouver Team Launch 
• 12:49 "Vancouver Logo & Season Excitement" 
• 13:23 Seattle's Three Goalie Strategy 
• 17:08 "Women's Hockey Report Highlights" 
• 21:49 "Hockey debate and Emotions" 
• 23:34 Team Canada's Goaltending Decisions 
• 29:30 Canada Dominates Third Period 
• 31:30 Canada's Offensive Adjustments Needed 
• 35:38 Women's Hockey News & Updates 
• 40:19 Women's Hockey Preseason Insights 
• 42:29 Analytics Key to Early Success 
• 47:39 Inclusive Cultural Nights in Hockey 
• 49:05 Indigenous Culture and Community History 
• 52:12 Rivalry Series Coverage

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The Rangers continue to love being away from New York, a young Sharks star is playing like an MVP and Kirill Kaprizov and Connor Bedard have big games. Details coming up on this edition of Locked on NHL Game Night.

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St. Louis Blues send shockwaves through the NHL by scratching top scorer Jordan Kyrou, intensifying rumors about a possible trade and sparking debate over a looming rebuild. Could Kyrou be ready to waive his no-trade clause for a fresh start, or are the Blues willing to overhaul their aging, contract-laden roster and start from scratch? Gil Martin and JD Young dissect how the Kyrou situation reveals deeper organizational issues and consider which teams—like the Montreal Canadiens, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Anaheim Ducks—could be in the mix to land the explosive winger.

Across the league, surprise storylines abound as the Boston Bruins defy preseason predictions with unexpected offensive firepower and wild streaks, while the Anaheim Ducks surge ahead of schedule with a young, dynamic core. Key matchups get spotlighted—including Penguins vs. Devils and Ducks vs. Golden Knights—analyzing how coaching shifts, defensive struggles, and emerging stars are reshaping playoff races. From front office strategy to weekend hockey action, this episode delivers the must-know insights fans need to follow every twist and turn of the new NHL season.

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We had a big show down between the top two teams in the East, Hall of Fame legends clash once again in Pittsburgh, the Ducks continue to surprise and the Blues received a message from their head coach.  Details on all that and more coming up on this edition of Locked on NHL Game Night. 

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Alex Ovechkin shatters NHL history with his 900th career goal, leaving fans to wonder if Auston Matthews or David Pastrnak can chase this seemingly impossible milestone. Is this truly the golden era of NHL talent with stars like Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid, and Nathan MacKinnon lighting up the ice alongside Ovechkin? Goaltending is under the spotlight, too—league-wide save percentages have plummeted as offensive power surges and special teams opportunities rise. Nick Zararis and Hunter Hodies break down major trends, including the evolving market for top-tier free agents like Artemi Panarin, Adrian Kempe, and Alex Tuch. Critical questions emerge: Will teams show fiscal restraint, or will they ignite bidding wars with increased cap space? Can the Rangers afford to keep Panarin, and will LA lock up Kempe long-term? Get expert insights on contract extensions, shifting team strategies, and what lies ahead as the NHL landscape transforms. 

6:06 Matthews vs. Ovechkin: Goal Debate 

7:41 Golden Era of NHL Talent 

10:43 "NBA Action with FanDuel" 

16:01 NHL Talent Evolution 

18:13 High Scoring Games and Defense 

22:40 Free Agency Market Inefficiency 

24:41 July 1 Contracts and Cap Boom 

28:21 Free Agency Trends and Player Retention 

 

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