Marek Show (Do Not Use)

Jeff and Greg start the segment off the rails with a conversation about how they would handle a failed drug test as an athlete. Moving on, the guys look at the improvement of the Oilers over the course of their series, the decision by Minnesota to start Marc-Andre Fleury in Game 2, and Edmonton going back to Stuart Skinner in Game 5 (08:29). In closing, Jeff and Greg chat about the turnaround in the Devils-Rangers series, what’s going on with Timo Meier, and the play of Akira Schmid (16:04).

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 and Elliotte react to the announcement of games being played in Sweden next season, before chatting about if we are getting closer to seeing mandatory cages or full visors in the NHL. Next, they discuss Zach Hyman’s path to the NHL, the Oilers’ depth coming to the forefront, and Roope Hintz’s incredible start to the playoffs (13:54). To wrap up, Jeff and Elliotte chat about the need for Aleksander Barkov to step up, Colorado needing to start on time, and who between the Leafs and Lightning have benefitted more from the extended layoff (26:08).

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 and Sportsnet's Louie DeBrusk react to Stuart Skinner being in the starter’s net for Edmonton, bounces not going Zach Hyman’s way, and Kevin Fiala’s impact since returning to the lineup. Islanders studio analyst Thomas Hickey looks at what Lane Lambert can do to try and get his offense going, what’s wrong with the Islanders powerplay, and the value of Brent Burns to the Hurricanes defense (16:17). Randy Hahn of TNT looks at how Joe Pavelski’s imprint is on the Stars’ series despite him being hurt, Jake Oettinger’s solid play, and why the Wild are built for the playoffs (50:12).

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 and Elliotte look back on Cale Makar’s late hit on Jared McCann and the potential suspension incoming. Moving on, the boys discuss Toronto’s huge comeback against Tampa, Ryan O’Reilly having another strong game and how Toronto’s depth has been very noticeable (12:56). To wrap, Jeff and Elliotte discuss the Jets’ mounting injuries, the play of Alex Pietrangelo and which of the next slate of games catches his eye (21:16).

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 Hockey Night in Canada's Craig Simpson to talk about Toronto getting ahead in their series with Tampa, the increased physicality of the Leafs, and what impact Ryan O’Reilly has had. Sportsnet's Garry Galley looks at the availability of Nik Ehlers for the Jets, the emergence of Neal Pionk, and how Adam Lowry has arguably been Winnipeg’s best forward (17:57). The Athletic's Peter Baugh chats about the atmosphere during Seattle’s first ever playoff game, how tough this series has been on Colorado, and why Bowen Byram has been such a great piece for the blueline (52:14).

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 and Elliotte talk about the lack of offside challenges in the playoffs so far, the ongoing complaining about officials, and how much gambling plays into those complaints. Next, they discuss how great this past weekend of hockey was, the difference between the Avs and Kraken, and what's needed from the Jets in Game 4 against Vegas (17:57). To finish, Jeff and Elliotte look at Toronto’s most recent win over Tampa and Akira Schmid taking over the net in Jersey (23:23).

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 Keith Jones, voice of the Philadelphia Flyers, who talks about when he almost got choked out by Scott Stevens, how concerning the Bruins’ play has been through the first two games of their series with the Panthers, and how the Rangers have turned their series on it's head. Detroit Red Wings Head Coach Derek Lalonde chats about the back and forth nature of the Leafs-Lightning series, the maturity of Toronto, and the phenomenon of "the fear of winning" (17:32). Producer Matt wraps things up taking about the surprise in the Rangers-Devils series, the increased toughness around the playoffs, and who New Jersey might move off this offseason (46:51).

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 and Elliotte kick of Friday's show chatting about why the Stanley Cup is still so eye-catching for fans. Next, the guys weigh in on the Bruins' line shuffle and if it’s time to start worrying about them, before looking at how the first two games of the Leafs-Lightning series have played out (17:00). In closing, Jeff and Elliotte chat about Mark Stone’s great performance, Joel Eriksson-Ek’s potential return from injury for Minnesota, and the impact of the Islanders' physicality against the Hurricanes (24:40).

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 chats with Sean Reynolds about the impressive Game One victory, how the Morgan Barron return may have galvanized the club and how good Rick Bowness is at making in series changes. Erik Erlendsson looks at the injuries to the Tampa defense, Andrei Vasilevskiy’s playoff history weighing on shooters and Brayden Point’s emergence into an elite player (17:45). Colby Armstrong discusses his time on the NHL on TNT panel, how grumpy players are at this time of the year and what the biggest surprise has been for him early in the first round (47:56). 

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 and Elliotte look back on Klim Kostin’s trade that brought him to the Oilers, Edmonton letting LA back into Game Two and the grumpy series between the Hurricanes and Islanders (7:02). Moving on, the guys chat about Florida getting a split in Boston, Minnesota starting Marc-Andre Fleury over Filip Gustavsson and Michael Bunting’s suspension (16:20). To finish up, Jeff and Elliotte weigh in on the injuries to the Lightning defense and what to expect from Matthew Knies in his playoff debut (22:06). 

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.