Locked On NHL - Daily Podcast On The National Hockey League

The Seattle Kraken need to pick a lane to swim in. No one can tell if they're trying to compete, rebuilding or something in between. There's been instability on the bench. They've made changes in the front office. And, believe it or not, the Kraken have made more than their fair share  of savvy roster decisions. Yet success has eluded them for numerous reasons. We dive into a few of them on the latest episode of our Preview Special series with Zaiem Beg of Locked On Seattle Kraken.

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The Detroit Red Wings face a critical crossroad as Dylan Larkin’s future looms and the franchise’s decade-long playoff drought continues. Can Moritz Seider’s elite two-way play keep the faith in Hockeytown or is a major reset the only way forward? Locked on Red Wings host Brian Fisher joins Game Night's Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights to unpacks Steve Yzerman’s exit as GM, and analyzes how management’s indecision may have stunted progress. Key topics include the March collapse “curse,” Simon Edvinsson’s contract situation, and the search for Detroit’s next GM. Will the Red Wings opt for a youth movement or fight for immediate results? 

00:00 Red Wings Season Recap & March Collapse

12:00 Offseason Changes & GM Uncertainty

23:33 Projected Lineup & Season Outlook

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The Connor Hellebucyk saga continues for the Winnipeg Jets as the team has suspended him after he did not report to training camp. We break down the latest on the situation including the Jets saying they are going to wait for the right deal and are in no hurry to trade him.

We also have the latest on Dylan Larkin in Detroit, Gavin McKenna about to make his debut in Toronto and the new Brent Burns makeover.

Plus, the Columbus Blue Jackets still don't have a deal with Adam Fantilli, Kirill Marchenko is also still an issue, and coach Rick Bowness calls out some of his players for not reporting to camp in shape. 

And we preview the first weekend of preseason hockey including a split squad home-and-home between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens. 

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

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Who holds the crown as the NHL’s definitive franchise number one center? In this episode of Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers) and Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) break down their personal top-10 center rankings entering the 2026–2027 season.

They discuss players like Sidney Crosby, Nick Suzuki, Jack Hughes, and others before getting into a pretty good consensus for the top 5-6. Where does Jack Eichel rank? Is Aleksander Barkov still a top 5 center in the league? What about Macklin Celebrini after the year he just had? All that, plus whether anyone is ranked higher than Connor McDavid is on this edition of Locked On NHL.

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The Tampa Bay Lightning face a pivotal offseason after a heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Canadiens, despite Nikita Kucherov’s Hart Trophy heroics. Can Jon Cooper’s squad keep its championship window open, or are major changes looming for this perennial contender? Locked on Lightning host Greg Stephen joins Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights to analyzes key storylines including Jake Guentzel’s emergence, the departure of Darren Raddysh, and the addition of John Carlson on defense. The discussion covers Victor Hedman’s mental health rebound, Nick Paul’s emotional trade to the Maple Leafs, prospect Sam O’Reilly’s NHL path, and contract questions surrounding Kucherov. Projected lineups, strengths of the Atlantic Division, and whether Cooper’s voice still resonates in the locker room are put under the spotlight. Is this Lightning group built for another deep playoff run?

00:00 Lightning 2023-24 Recap
Season review, playoff exit, key player performances, and injury impact discussion

10:15 Offseason Moves & Analysis
Departures and arrivals (Radish, Carlson, Paul, Mikheyev, etc.), Darren Radish contract debate, and Kucherov's next deal

21:00 Season Outlook & Projections
Projected lineup, youth integration, John Cooper's job security, Atlantic Division predictions

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Buffalo Sabres eye a championship leap: can landing Connor Hellebuyck solve their goalie woes and make them Eastern Conference favorites? The conversation focused on the Sabres’ promising young core, including Zach Benson, Jack Quinn, and Rasmus Dahlin, weighing internal development against the urgent need for elite netminding. Potential trades for Hellebuyck dominate the speculation, with teams like the New Jersey Devils, Carolina Hurricanes, and Vegas Golden Knights also surfacing as contenders.

A key theme that emerged was the shifting balance of power in the NHL. The discussion explored the Dallas Stars’ potentially shaky roster depth and questionable offseason moves, spotlighting Jason Robertson and Jamie Benn’s roles amid declining vibes. Attention then turned to the Colorado Avalanche, analyzing Cale Makar’s record extension and whether Nathan MacKinnon’s supporting cast can carry them back to Stanley Cup glory despite a more challenging Western Conference landscape.

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The Montreal Canadiens surprised everyone by signing free agent forward Chris Kreider who was in the dog house of many Habs fans due to an incident in the 2014 playoffs involving Carey Price.

Laura Saba of Locked On Canadiens discusses the impact of Kreider's signing and how he fits in with the team and the biggest concerns for the Canadiens heading into training camp.

The Minnesota Wild are still negotiation with defenseman Quinn Hughes on a new contract with training camp fast approaching. 

Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild joins us to discuss the latest on the negotiations, why he's not close to worried yet and what the biggest issues surrounding the team are before training camp.

The Philadelphia Flyers are pleased with how Matvei Michkov looks after working hard all offseason. But will that impact his on-ice performance?

Rachel Donner of Locked On Flyers joins us to discuss the impact of Michkov's changes and to focus on the Flyers prospects for the upcoming season.

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

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The NHL returns as rookie tournaments start this weekend and teams make last minute moves as the preseason approaches.

We discuss the latest on Dylan Larkin who will report to Red Wings camp but will not wear the "C"; the latest on Chris Kreider's search for a new team, an setback for Kevin Fiala and the Los Angeles Kings; and Kirill Marchenko's desire to be traded. When will Detroit finally hire a GM and more. Plus the sad passing of legendary coach and broadcaster Barry Melrose.

We also discuss the rookie tournaments this weekend which will see Gavin McKenna make his Toronto Maple Leafs debut. These tournaments take on a bigger impact with the reduction in preseason games from six to four. We discuss how this will impact rookies, prospects and teams in general especially those with new coaches. But overall, it's great to have hockey back.

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

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The Buffalo Sabres snap a 14-year playoff drought with a dramatic Atlantic Division title run, powered by Rasmus Dahlin’s Norris-caliber season and Tage Thompson’s offensive heroics. Can a Connor Hellebuyck blockbuster deal push Buffalo deeper into Stanley Cup contention, or will offseason departures like Alex Tuch and Bowen Byram leave holes the young core can’t fill? Locked on Buffalo Sabres host Joe DiBiase joins Game Night's Eddie Garcia and Shukri Wrights to recap Buffalo’s stunning turnaround, dissect the locker room’s turning point after a midseason GM change, and examine whether rising stars like Zach Benson and Konsta Helenius are ready to step up. Key topics include the Sabres’ evolving depth chart, the strategic pursuit of Hellebuyck, and the challenge of replacing Tuch’s scoring and leadership. Is Buffalo’s momentum sustainable, and will new faces maintain the city’s hockey resurgence?

00:00 Sabres Season Recap

10:22 Offseason Moves & Hellebuyck Rumors

23:23 Projected Lineup & Outlook

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Training camps are officially underway, and the debate over the NHL’s elite talent is heating up. In this episode of Locked On NHL, Nick Zararis (Locked On Oilers) and Hunter Hodies (Locked On Penguins) dive into the Locked On NHL 100 project to rank the top 10 wingers across the league.

From established superstar point producers to the rising power forwards dominating international and playoff stages, discover which wingers drive the highest impact right now. How similar are Hunter and Nick's lists? Where does Matthew Tkachuk rank? Did Cole Caufield make the list? Does one of the hosts have David Pastrnak ranked higher than Kirill Kaprizov? Find out on the Thursday edition of the Locked On NHL podcast.

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