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Jeff welcomes Elliotte Friedman to the show after he returns from the Heritage Classic. They discuss the debate surrounding neck guards and implementing more cut-resistant technology in the NHL, before weighing in on Bill Daly’s comments about decentralizing the draft. Then, they discuss the Evgenii Dadonov's “no-trade clause” situation and what a punishment could look like for Ottawa. Later on, the pair chat about the Ducks' win over the Penguins and Greg Cronin being ejected from the game, before reflecting on Blake Wheeler's tenure with the Jets after his return to Winnipeg last night.

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Jeff and Matt Marchese look back on a big weekend in the NHL with a chat about the Heritage Classic, Calgary's level of concern to lock up their pending UFA’s, and the Flames' keys to get back on track. Later, the pair share their thoughts on the tragic passing of former NHL player Adam Johnson in an EIHL game, with a discussion on the importance of neck guards and if we will ever see them become mandated in the NHL. Then, Rangers analyst Vince Mercogliano offers his expectations for Blake Wheeler's return to Winnipeg, before weighing in on Peter Laviolette's system, what the team still needs to work on, and Igor Shesterkin’s mentality entering the year (29:30). Then, it’s time for Jeff Marek’s 'Random Hockey Fact of the Day' (50:58)! After that, Sportsnet’s Mark Spector joins the show to with the latest on the Edmonton Oilers and their performance at the Heritage Classic (53:09). To wrap up, Jeff turns his attention to the New Jersey Devils with Ryan Novozinsky of NJ.com, who comments on the success of the Hughes brothers, the team's strong play as of late, and more (01:22:22)!

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Jeff is joined by Sportsnet 650’s Thomas Drance as they break down the Canucks start to the season, Podkolzin’s training camp and start in the AHL, the improvement that we have seen from Quinn Hughes since the start of the season and why we are seeing such growth from the Canucks captain. Then, Sportsnet’s Kelly Hrudey joins the show (20:25) to reflect on stories from Hrudey’s career and some of the legends of the game, designs for goalie masks, some of the best shooters of the puck in previous eras. Later, with the Flyers surprisingly strong play to kick off their campaign, Charlie O’Connor joins the show (48:44) to break down what is going on with a Flyers team that is supposed to be rebuilding. They discuss the team's defence, the return of Sean Couturier and what is going on with Morgan Frost’s lack of games. 

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Jeff and Elliotte kick off the show discussing Nikita Zadorov’s brutal honesty after a 3-0 loss at the hands of the St. Louis Blues last night, Jonathan Huberdeau’s tough start to his second year in Calgary and how the Flames' start can impact a Hanifin extension (4:01). Then, the Oilers struggle to score goals ahead of their matchup against the Flames in Edmonton for the Heritage Classic (9:49). They break down the mentality of both teams heading into the outdoor game and whether or not they view it as a ‘must-win game’. Later, they discuss the Ottawa Senators getting stifled by Ilya Sorokin last night and how the Pinto suspension affects the team (16:50). Finally, they discuss the Leafs' start to the year, Woll’s strong play and Nylander playing for a big contract extension (22:24).

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Jeff kicks off the show with The Athletic's Ian Mendes to break down the breaking news surrounding Shane Pinto’s 41 game suspension from the NHL for gambling. Then, former NHL head coach Bruce Boudreau stops by to chat about how a team approaches handling a suspended player while they are still practising with the team, the best player he ever saw play, and the idea of decentralizing the draft. Bruce also reflects on his draft day experience from a year when the draft was done over the phone, what goes on at a team's draft table, and his thoughts on the current state of the Washington Capitals (21:41). Next, Executive Director of the PWHPA Brian Burke joins the show to share his opinion on Shane Pinto's suspension the NHL's rules on gambling and alcohol (50:00). Then, they move on to the NHL's vote to decentralize the NHL draft, and get into the business that gets done on the draft floor, the drama, what it means to the players and their families, and the possibility of the NHL ruining the “greatest spectacle in pro hockey”. Lastly, he gives his thoughts on the NHL’s reversal of their pride tape ban. To wrap up, Hurricanes reporter Cory Lavalette weighs in on the goaltending situation in Carolina, the problems that can occur without having an AHL affiliate, Seth Jarvis’ strong start to the season, and more (01:24:10)!

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Jeff is joined by Sportsnet’s Ken Reid to chat about his new book "Ken Reid’s Hometown Hockey Heroes." He shares the hometown hockey hero that shaped his life, how Sidney Crosby’s uncle helped Corner Brook to an Allan Cup, and more stories from the legends of the game that you don’t know existed! Then, Chicago Blackhawks legend and three-time Stanley Cup winner, Brent Seabrook joins the show (21:40)! They discuss how to defend in today’s NHL and what leads to a successful blue line, before reflecting on the legendary defences that he was apart of, the injury that forced him off the ice, his transition to the management and coaching side of hockey, and more!

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Jeff is joined by ESPN's Greg Wyshynski for this week's edition of MvsW! They start off with a discussion on the state of defence in the NHL today and what it takes to build a cup contending blue line. Next, they shift focus to the struggles surrounding the Washington Capitals and the Pittsburgh Penguins and if either of those teams can bounce back from their tough starts, before sharing some early impressions of the Vancouver Canucks. To wrap up, Jeff and Greg weigh in on the vote on the decentralization of the draft and the pros and cons of both sides of the coin.

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Jeff and Elliotte kick off the show recapping the Frozen Frenzy and the most entertaining games throughout the league last night. They break down the Oilers' struggles to start the year and what is going on between the pipes, the Flames' players being sick of losing, and the league upholding Rasmus Andersson’s suspension. Later on, the pair discuss the vote on decentralizing the NHL Draft and what happens next, Trevor Zegras being benched in the third period last night, what's going on with the Senators to start the season, and more!

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Jeff Marek kicks off the show with St. Louis Blues legend Mike Liut! He chats about his induction into the Blues' Hall of Fame, before reflecting on the many highlights of his career in St. Louis, from being drafted by the team up until the trade that sent him to Hartford. Then, it’s time for Jeff's 'Random Hockey Fact of the Day' (17:45)! Next, Mike Kelly of the NHL Network break downs if Alexandar Georgiev is a product of his environment or an elite goaltender, where the Hughes-Hronek pairing in Vancouver ranks around the league, what the numbers tell us about the Red Wings, and the unique way the Ducks are using Leo Carlsson (21:50). Finally, the Stars are looking bright early into the season and Brien Rea joins Jeff the discuss why (52:15). He weighs in on the teams success on the ice, the surplus of high-end talent in the system, Roope Hintz’s development, and more! 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff is joined by Elliotte Friedman off the top to go over David Savard’s viral play last night against the Sabres, before zeroing in on players who specialize in shot blocking. Then, Elliotte, reports breaking news surrounding the NHL’s ban on Pride tape and potential resolutions to the controversial decision. Later on, they discuss the second-place teams in each division and Craig Anderson being honoured at tonight’s game in Ottawa, before teeing up this evening's loaded 16-game slate of NHL hockey.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.