Marek Show (Do Not Use)

Jeff Marek asks Nick Kypreos about Tom Wilson vs. Jamie Oleksiak, and Doug MacLean about Panthers vs. Leafs (0:15); on the "franchise" players in the league right now, and the difference between an impact player and a franchise player (1:35); on the talent that is Aleksander Barkov, how important Roberto Luongo is to the Panthers' success, and where William Nylander's game is at right now (7:37); on Tom Wilson's fight with Jamie Oleksiak (21:30); on the recent increase in fights, and the importance of playing with some level of nastiness (34:36).

David Amber asks Doug MacLean about the Lightning's third and fourth lines, and Nick Kypreos about fighting a former teammate (0:15); on the Leafs' 7-2 win over the Devils, New Jersey's embarrassing showing, whether Auston Matthews can be physcal and "Malkin"-esque (5:04); on the importance of having a third and fourth line that can play with an edge in the playoffs, Mitch Marner's father speaking to the media, and parents in general getting involved (15:00); on Carter Hart's debut (27:43); Florida Panthers head coach Bob Boughner on the team's come from behind win vs. the Sabres, how important Roberto Luongo is to the team's success, the team's white hot power play, and their gameplan vs. the Leafs (33:46).

Jeff Marek asks John Shannon about Carter Hart's NHL debut, and Colby Armstrong about Leafs vs. Devils (0:12); on Carter Hart getting the start for the Flyers tonight, whether the team can turn it around, the team's style of play, and why the league is better when the Flyers are playing their "brand" of hockey (4:00); on the Leafs' mini-slump, and where the Oilers' are at right now (17:49); Devils GM Ray Shero on expectations for the returning Taylor Hall, the team's goaltending situation, how the team uses stats to prepare for games, the parity in the league, and his relationship with Chuck Fletcher (27:47); on analytics in hockey compared to other leagues (39:49).

Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about Aleksander Barkov, and Colby Armstrong about Jets vs. Lightning (0:13);on Mitch Marner's play, his shot and whether he should be shooting more, the Leafs powerplay struggles, junior teams with a reputation for producing good hockey players, what Jake Gardiner brings to the organization, and future cap issues (2:25); on Jets vs. Lightning, how good of a battle the match-up was, and the Canucks' win over the Oilers (21:32); Sportsnet's Kelly Hrudey on his involvement with igotmind.ca, and the Flames' season so far (29:26); on the Flames' goaltending, and offence (41:44).

Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about the Leafs' loss to the Lightning, and Doug MacLean about the Jets' win over the Blackhawks (0:15); on how General Manager's avoid giving away too much information to the media (2:04); on the Leafs' loss to the Lightning, the Lightning's depth, Andrei Vasilevskiy's incredible performance, Tampa's defence (and possible deadline additions), how the Leafs' d-corps stacks up against other team, Steve Yzerman's puzzling decision to leave Tampa (5:40); on Josh Morrissey and his development, Canucks vs. Predators, P.K. Subban's injury status (21:35); Burke and Maclean answer your questions during "Ask the G.M." (28:26).

Jeff Marek asks Nick Kypreos about Leafs/Lightning, and Doug MacLean about the Flames' come-back win over the Flyers (0:11); on how the Leafs and Lightning stack-up, Steven Stamkos finding his rhythm, (2:04); Dave Tippett, Seattle NHL advisor, on his role with the expansion team, what it takes to build an organization from the ground up, what they can learn from Vegas (5:29); on Brayden Point's incredible play, his draft year, and players who they expect to step up in Leafs vs. Lightning (19:31); Humboldt Broncos alumnus Kaleb Dahlgren on joining the York Lions men's hockey team, the Broncos' incredible team, the support he's received from around the world, and adjusting to life in the GTA (34:04).

David Amber asks Doug MacLean about Alex Ovechkin's magical night, and Nick Kypreos about the Blackhawks' eighth straight loss (0:16); on the Canes' lackluster showing vs. the Canes, whether the Leafs should possibly consider making a trade for Wayne Simmonds, and whether adding Alex Pietrangelo is a possibility (3:24); Lightning head coach Jon Cooper on finding out he's the longest surviving coach in the NHL, the pressure on his team, the difference between regular season play vs. the playoffs, whether his team has enough toughness, and Victor Hedman's role (23:15); on Ovechkin's hat-trick, the Blackhawks' slide, the pressure on Jeremy Colliton, and the Oilers' improved play as of late (35:54).

Jeff Marek asks Nick Kypreos about Steven Stamkos, and Jason York about the Leafs' match-up vs. the Canes (0:50); on Connor Brown playing with John Tavares and Mitch Marner, William Nylander's minutes and the pressure for him to perform, what Mitch Marner needs to do to breakout of this lull, and the Canes' play this season (2:55); Hurricanes GM Don Waddell on building a skill team, how important having big players is (or isn't), the team's strong defense corps and trade talks, and prospect Jake Bean (17:02); on possibly changing the NHL's playoff format (25:05); on Steven Stamkos' hat-trick and worth, Louis Domingue's great play, and the Blues' practice fight and struggles (33:02).

Jeff Marek asks Gord Stellick about the Leafs loss vs. the Bruins, and Colby Armstrong about last night's Battle of Alberta (0:11); on Leafs vs. Bruins, Nazem Kadri's two-way play, Zach Hyman's hit on Charlie McAvoy and subsequent two-game susepension, and how being careless comes into play (4:52); on the Oilers' win vs. the Stars, how the Mikko Koskinanen signing has worked out, and the St. Louis Blues' struggles (25:29); on reports of a fight at the Blues' practice today, the Blackhawks' free-fall, and players that could be their way out of Chicago (36:18).

Jeff Marek asks Brian Burke about William Nylander's debut, and Doug MacLean about the Flames' win over the Wild (0:15); on William Nylander's debut, the Red Wings's work ethic, and Kasperi Kapanen and Andreas Johnsson's excellent play (2:10); on the Flames' shutout win over the Wild, Matt Dumba's hit on Mikael Backlund, Ryan Lomberg's fight with Dumba, and the contract situation in Minnesota (10:37); on interviewing for a GM position, whether team's budget for playoff games (16:00); on the Oilers' match-up vs. the Wild, and what they expect from Edmonton (26:17); Burke and MacLean answer your questions (31:31).