Dan Rosen and Shawn Roarke are joined by Nick Cotsonika, Nick chats about Quinn Hughes, Seattle’s expectations, John Carlson’s start, Brian Boyle to the Panthers, Tom Fitzgerald’s move to the Devils bench, and his biggest surprise of the early season (9:19). Dan and Shawn look at the Drew Doughty/Matt Tkachuk rivalry and other current and past intriguing player rivalries (25:05). Tampa Bay Lightning analyst Brian Engblom discusses the challenges the Lightning face this year, why Stamkos is special, and what Jon Cooper is trying to accomplish this year (28:43).

Dan Rosen is joined by Shawn Roarke, Director of Editorial for NHL.com – they discuss teams to buy or sell, including the Sabres, Hurricanes, Oilers, Ducks and Stars. Mike Kelly from NHL Network and thepointhockey.com looks inside the numbers and shares his thoughts on the lack of situational awareness from the Maple Leafs, points out some alarming trends for the Blues, and wonders what to make of the Devils (9:13). Florida Panthers TV play-by-play announcer Steve Goldstein explains the Panthers early season struggles, dives into what makes Joel Quenneville special, and has some thoughts on the Hurricanes and Ralph Krueger’s Sabres team (30:00).  Dan and Shawn rattle off athletes from other sports they’d love to see strap on the skates and play in the NHL (45:00).

NHL.com Senior Writer Dan Rosen is joined by former NHL goalie and Sabres TV analyst Martin Biron to talk about Ralph Krueger’s coaching style and his impact on the Sabres, Jack Eichel’s long-term goals, Ilya Samsonov and Carter Hart (3:33). NHL.com Deputy Managing Editor Brian Compton discusses the NY Islanders, their offensive makeup, Josh Ho-Sang, Noah Dobson, the Devils, Hurricanes and Rangers (20:19). Avalanche rookie Cale Makar chats about his wild ride in last year’s playoffs, expectations for this season and when he knew he was ready to jump to the NHL (32:10).

NHL.com’s Dan Rosen is joined by NBC analyst Brian Boucher (4:03), Brian discusses the rule changes for 2019-20, the Colorado Avalanche, Evander Kane, and his favorite teams to make it out of the Eastern & Western Conferences. St. Louis Blues forward and Conn Smythe trophy winner Ryan O’Reilly discusses the magical run the Blues went on last year, his day with the Stanley Cup, and his love for music (20:10). Mike Zeisberger talks about the Toronto Maple Leafs, including Auston Matthews, Mike Babcock and why he thinks this Leafs team is the most talented and skilled he’s ever seen (35:00).

NHL.com Senior Writer Dan Rosen is joined by newly minted Tampa Bay Lightning radio analyst Caley Chelios to talk about Brayden Point’s new contract, when Point can be expected back after recovering from hip surgery and how Tampa Bay is trying to turn the page on their disappointing first round exit in last year’s playoffs (2:45). Dan also chats with Nashville Predators center Matt Duchene about his free agency process, why Nashville was the right fit and how weird the last few years have been for him (13:20). Former NHL player Tom Laidlaw hops on the phone to talk about his experience competing on the 39th season of the CBS hit reality TV show “Survivor” (23:30) and Tim Campbell of NHL.com talks about the Winnipeg Jets, the Dustin Byfuglien and Patrik Laine situations, and shares some thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers (36:20).

NHL.com Senior Writer Dan Rosen is joined by Nick Cotsonika to discuss the NHLPA’s decision to not reopen the CBA with the NHL, the new-look Florida Panthers, who should be the next captain for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Sabres under new coach Ralph Krueger, Taylor Hall’s contract situation and Artemi Panarin’s comfort level in New York (5:00). Dan also chats with Vegas Golden Knights forward Jonathan Marchessault about his windy path to the NHL, his time in Vegas and the team heading into 2019-20 (18:55). Patrick Kane also reflects on some of his moments in the NHL, including scoring the game-winning and cup clinching goal in overtime of the 2010 Stanley Cup Final (31:25).

NHL.com Senior Writer Dan Rosen gives you a taste of what to expect from his all-new podcast. New episodes are coming soon. Follow the pod on Twitter @TheRink