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Jeff and Elliotte discuss the official announcement from the NHL and NHLPA regarding Olympic participation, embracing a best-on-best tournament outside the Olympics and how badly the players want it. Next, they talk about the potential for COVID-19 protocols to be changed, and why it may not be possible because of cross-border travel. Finally, the guys look at the latest surrounding Calgary’s arena deal and if the threat of the Flames pulling out of the deal is just a negotiation tactic.

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 affiliate.

Jeff chats with Ken Campbell about NHL players not going to the Olympics, why this generation of hockey fans have been robbed of some stars playing internationally and if fans would welcome some sort of international tournament that isn’t the Olympics (0:42). Damien Cox looks at alternate universe moments in the NHL and if the Stanley Cup is devalued because the league lacks dynasties in today’s game (21:25). Tim Peel talks about getting into the media after his career and calls that he really didn’t like to make (49:31).

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 affiliate.

Jeff and Elliotte discuss the latest regarding the league’s schedule pause and NHL players not going to the Olympics. Next, they look at what could happen with the scheduled Olympic break, getting Minnesota and St. Louis to the Winter Classic and last's night lone game between the Wild and Stars. Finally, they discuss the potential Jack Adams candidates and why goaltenders should be in the MVP conversation more often.

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 affiliate.

Jeff examines who the Pittsburgh Penguins are as 2021 wins down, and brings on Dejan Kovacevic to answer that question (1:32). The end of the year also means it's almost time for the World Juniors, and Sam Cosentino joins Jeff to discuss the Canadian roster, including who might see time in net (19:08). Afterwards, Jeff breaks down the Calgary Flames with Hailey Salvian and how they're dealing with COVID-19, and they also discuss Marie-Philip Poulin still being one of the best players in the clutch in the history of the sport (47:39).

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 affiliate.

Jeff and Elliotte discuss the continuing postponements, including the NHL's decision to suspend cross-border travel until at least after Boxing Day (5:53). They chat about the possibility of more postponements before January, a 'baseball-style' schedule, the chances that NHL players travel to the Winter Olympics (or if the Olympics themselves get pushed to 2023), and the demand for a World Cup should the Olympics not take place.

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 affiliate.

Jeff discusses Paul Maurice’s resignation from the Jets and where the club goes from here with Ken Wiebe (1:00). Next, Scott Laughlin weighs in on the most recent group of players hitting the COVID-19 list, if we are nearing a potential pause and more on Maurice stepping down with the Jets (19:22). Then Harnarayan Singh tells his favourite Maurice story and tees up Saturday’s matchup between the Senators and Flyers (43:48). To wrap, Jayna Hefford looks forward to the Dream Gap Tour’s stop in Toronto and what is still needed to grow the women’s game (54:30).

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.

Elliotte joins Jeff to discuss takeaways from Paul Maurice's press conference after the Winnipeg Jets announced that he would be resigning as head coach, and chat about the timing of the decision and what's next (0:27). They touch on Saturday's Habs-Bruins game being postponed, the decision to play last night's Canadiens-Flyers game without fans in the stands, and the Avalanche being offered to postpone their game yesterday against the Predators (7:34). Then the guys weigh in on Jason Spezza's suspension being reduced from six to four games, Mike Rupp's Twitter advice for Jack Hughes, and whether it's time for Tom Fitzgerald to do something in New Jersey amidst the team's struggles (12:47). To wrap, they chat about the Canucks' six-game winning streak under Bruce Boudreau (20:08).

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 affiliate.

Jeff is joined by Ducks head coach Dallas Eakins to talk about the changes he made in the offseason and the talent level of some of the team's young players (0:30). Next, Anthony Stewart chats about Alex Ovechkin’s game now that Nicklas Backstrom is back, Marc-André Fleury’s incredible career, and why the Leafs might be for real (20:54). To wrap, Dr. Ali Rendely looks at Ontario’s reduction of capacity at sporting events and explains why it might be a good idea to not have any fans in the stands for events (50:11).

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 affiliate.

Jeff and Elliotte weigh in on the possibility of the NHL reintroducing taxi squads, and discuss what the enhanced protocols mean for players (0:28). Next, they talk about the Blackhawks' settlement with Kyle Beach, and changes that have come from this situation (7:05). Then the guys head to Vancouver and chat about the Canucks' hiring of Derek Clancey as an AGM, before discussing Capitals-Blackhawks and Alex Ovechkin tying Dave Andreychuk's power-play goals record (11:21). To finish, they take a look at the surprising Ducks, and the incredible play of Trevor Zegras (16:21).

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

Jeff chats with Emily Kaplan about the cancellation of the Wild-Hurricanes matchup, if we are closing in on more strict COVID-19 protocols and the idea of some players deciding to go to the Olympics (0:10). Next, Jeff and Producer Matt look at what’s going on around the league (19:39). To wrap, Bill Guerin talks about the new found rivalry with the Vegas Golden Knights and the importance of the international game to his career (46:42).

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