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Matt Marchese is joined by play-by-play voice for the Flames Derek Wills, who discusses a season of setbacks for Jacob Markström, who Calgary will target at the deadline and what the team's ceiling is if they can find a way in to the playoffs. Then, the Random Player of The Day - Arturs Irbe (20:24)! NHL Network's Scott Laughlin shares some stories about Irbe before getting into why Detroit hasn't locked up Dylan Larkin, the Senator's numerous options at the deadline and Lawson Crouse's future in Arizona (25:44). Finally, Erik Erlendsson from Lightninginsider.com gives his take on Tampa's plan for the deadline, why they will be severely restricted by the cap, and if Nikita Kucherov is being overlooked (54:33).

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Elliotte Friedman joins host Matt Marchese to share the latest on some of the NHL's biggest trade deadline targets including Jakob Chychrun and Vladislav Gavrikov. Next up, the pair focus in on the Pacific Division to chat about Thatcher Demko's return, which Canucks might be on the move at the deadline, if Vegas is looking to add a goaltender, and if Edmonton could be a landing spot for Patrick Kane (11:00). Matt and Elliotte wrap things up discussing Kyle Dubas' mentality in the final year of his deal, how the rest of the league views Leafs prospect Matthew Knies, the progress made on the sale of the Ottawa Senators, and what's next for NHL regional broadcasts (18:00).

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Jeff talks with The Athletic's Max Bultman about his sit-down with Jakub Vrana, the monumental decision looming for Steve Yzerman on Dylan Larkin, and potential landing spots for Tyler Bertuzzi. Producer Matt Marchese brings us today's "Random Player of the Day" – Zarley Zalapski (18:29). Later on, NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp looks at the Devils’ case to pursue Timo Meier, Jacob Trouba’s throwback style of play, and the importance of having players that change the opposing team’s game plan (26:27). Matt wraps things up with a look back on the weekend that was (52:01).

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Jeff and Elliotte kick things off with a discussion about how close we could be to a Jakob Chychrun deal, if there could be more than one team that steps up their interest and what types of players Arizona is looking for in return (6:31). To finish, they look at Erik Karlsson’s availability, Sidney Crosby’s frustrations and the need for a release valve for players and referees (15:43).

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Jeff chats with ESPN's Kristen Shilton about Kyle Dubas’ potential reluctance to deal top prospects and picks, the preparation for a likely first round series with Tampa Bay, and if Max Domi might be a good fit for Toronto. Producer Matt Marchese brings us Friday's "Random Player of the Day" – Rod Seiling (17:26)! Later on, NHL Network's E.J. Hradek weighs in on Patrick Kane’s latest comments, the Rangers acquiring Vladimir Tarasenko and Niko Mikkola, and who his most intriguing team is ahead of the trade deadline (25:19). Next up, The Athletic's Jeremy Rutherford looks back on the long career Tarasenko had with the Blues, where St. Louis goes from here, and which players could be on the move next (42:38). We wrap things up with Matt's "Week in Review" (58:49)!

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Jeff and Elliotte start off today reacting to Kyle Dubas’ press conference from the previous day, before discussing if the Leafs could trade for Timo Meier with their impending cap problems in the summer. Next, they discuss the potential for Brock Boeser to be moved out of Vancouver, Brandon Hagel’s great season in Tampa Bay, and what the Lightning may be looking for at the deadline (13:15). To finish, Jeff and Elliotte react to the big trade the previous day sending Vladimir Tarasenko to the Big Apple, and the potential for Vitali Kravtsov to be moved ahead of the trade deadline (22:33).

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Jeff chats with Dave Andrews (0:27) about being inducted into the AHL Hall of Fame, the biggest challenges he faced as AHL President and if he ever had offers from NHL teams to leave his post with the AHL. Justin Davis talks about his book “Conflicted Scars: An Average Player’s Journey to the NHL”, who he intended it for and the impact that Brian Kilrea had on him (24:28). Reactions to the question of the day and the reported deal between the Rangers and Blues.  

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Jeff and Elliotte look at the differences between the NHL and the NBA’s trade deadlines, why the excitement is a big part of marketing the league and the financials of the league hindering that (7:34). Next, they talk about Dallas looking for someone to play with Tyler Seguin, Minnesota’s need for a forward and their inability to take on term (16:12). Jeff and Elliotte conclude the interview discussing what Filip Chytil’s next deal could look like, if the Rangers might try and make a splash, as well as the legacy of Dave Andrews (20:34).

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Jeff is joined by Mollie Walker of the New York Post, who talks about how impactful Jacob Trouba’s hits have become, Filip Chytil needing a larger role in the top-six, and the growth of K’Andre Miller. To wrap up today, we hear a snippet from Juuse Saros' appearance on the 32 Thoughts Podcast (17:19).

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