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The Athletic’s Rob Rossi joins host Matt Marchese to share his takeaways from Brad Treliving’s introductory press conference in Toronto, the extent of Kyle Dubas’ new role in Pittsburgh, and what’s atop both of the new hire’s to-do lists. Next up, Leafs Nation’s own Gord Stellick checks in on the task ahead for Treliving with the Maple Leafs, what the future holds for Sheldon Keefe, and how much roster changeover he expects this summer. We wrap up with Chris Cuthbert, voice of the Stanley Cup Final, who previews the unexpected matchup ahead of Game 1, the growth of the sport within both Las Vegas and South Florida, and who has the edge between stars Matthew Tkachuk and Jack Eichel.

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Elliotte Friedman joins host Matt Marchese to discuss the intrigue of this Stanley Cup Final ahead of Game 1, the influence of having two southern markets meet in the championship, and how it may translate to TV ratings. Next, they chat about how GM Bill Zito constructed the Panthers’ roster, the key pieces that helped propel this team, and the impact Paul Maurice has had behind the bench. To wrap up, the two weigh in on the short list of suitors in the Ottawa Senators’ sale, when we may see a final decision made, and the state of local NHL broadcasts after MLB’s recent agreement with Diamond Sports Group.

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To start this episode, we hear from Kyle Dubas in his introductory press conference as the Penguins President of Hockey Operations. Later on, Jeff is joined by Producer Matt to react to Dubas’ media availability and hear some clips from Brad Treliving's introductory press conference in Toronto (25:53). We wrap up with Spencer Carbery, newly appointed Head Coach of the Washington Capitals, to discuss how his experience in Toronto helped him grow as a coach and what he's learned about coaching superstar talents (53:03).

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Jeff and Elliotte react to the crazy morning which sees Brad Treliving get introduced and Kyle Dubas get named the Penguins President of Hockey Ops. Next, they discuss some of the things said by Treliving, if adding a defenseman might be top of the list and what other priorities he has. To wrap up, they chat about the timing of the Dubas hire, if some of the names the interviewed for the Penguins GM job are still on the board and how he may look at the roster.

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Jeff chats with Ben Gotz about Vegas’ dominant Game 6 win over the Stars, Jack Eichel’s “Redemption Tour” and Jonathan Marchessault and Reilly Smith’s added motivation in the Cup Final. Luke Fox gives his thoughts on Brad Treliving joining the Maple Leafs as their new GM, what moments he had in Calgary that can lend themselves well to his time in Toronto and what should be tops on his to-do list.

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Jeff and Greg discuss if Brad Treliving is a good fit with the Maple Leafs, what his downfall in Calgary may have been and why the Matthew Tkachuk trade isn’t a template for re-building a team. Next, the guys weigh in on how Treliving’s time with the Flames helps certain aspects in managing in Toronto, not having time on his side for big decisions and how Brendan Shanahan figures into everything. Finishing up, they look at Sheldon Keefe’s future, Auston Matthews potential feeling on an extension with a new GM and the Cup Final having two American superstars at the forefront.

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Jeff and Elliotte react to the news of Brad Treliving being on his way to Toronto, what he learned from his Calgary experience and what are the first few things on his docket after taking over. Next, they discuss what sets Brad Treliving apart from other candidates, if the Flames might be interesting trade partners with Toronto and if changes might be made around the core and not with the core. To wrap up, Jeff and Elliotte look at the future of some of the front office staff, where Kyle Dubas may end up and if we could see any other vacancies around the league could get filled soon. 

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Jeff chats with Daryl Reaugh about the Stars’ end of the season, the importance of maintaining a roster with veteran players and Jake Oettinger’s future. Producer Matt guides the ship with some answers on the QOD. Tarik El-Bashir weighs in on the Capitals hiring Spencer Carbery, how far the club cast their net in their search for the next coach and Carbery’s task of fixing the powerplay. Kristians Rubins looks back on winning bronze at the World Championships, seeing all the Latvian fans as the team was flying into Riga and what it was like to score the winning goal and how it changed his life.  

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Jeff and Elliotte look back on the complete domination by Vegas in the closeout game, Jamie Benn’s performance and William Karlsson’s incredible playoff. Next, they chat about uncomfortable conversations about the future of certain players on the Stars, if moving off Benn is really an option and which free agents may return. To finish up, Jeff and Elliotte react to the hiring of Spencer Carbery in Washington, Andrew Brunette landing in Nashville and who might be the lead candidates in New York and Columbus.  

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Jeff chats with Mike Russo about the feel-good story of Jacob Middleton at the World Championships, his sit down with Paul Maurice and the appreciation for Matthew Tkachuk. John Bartlett talks about Latvia’s bronze medal at the World Championships, how great the series between Dallas and Vegas has been, as well as what Jamie Benn’s return might look like. Paul Pidutti weighs in on why goalies have been overlooked for the Hall of Fame, why Curtis Joseph deserves consideration and how hard it is to evaluate goalies from pre-1955.

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