Kickstart the weekend with The Hockey News Big Show, featuring some of the biggest topics in the NHL and hockey right now.

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

0:39: The Chicago Blackhawks fired coach Luke Richardson. Is this the right move? How much is the development and success of Connor Bedard a factor?

5:48: Are we ready to pull the plug on the Nashville Predators? Which players are the most realistic trade pieces?

9:41: Name one NHL player whose name you feel like you haven't seen or heard at all this season.

12:33: The biggest surprise player to either make or not make a 4 Nations Face-Off team

17:42: Why did Team Canada prioritize taking "role players" over more skilled players?

19:00: Which teammates-turned-opponents are you most excited to watch at the 4 Nations Face-Off?

21:35: Are NHL coaches using the "healthy scratch card" more often as a way to spark a player and team?

25:51: After Ottawa Senators fans gave Dany Heatley an ovation on Thursday, could that ever happen with John Tavares and the New York Islanders?

28:29: Over/Under: What is the sweet spot for Matthew Knies' next contract term? Over or under three years?

30:37: Sam Bennett was named to Team Canada over his teammate Carter Verhaeghe. Who would you have chosen?

31:39: Jacob Middleton is becoming a folk hero with the Minnesota Wild. Over/Under 30.5 points this season for him?

33:34: Who will be the next European-born NHL head coach?

35:14: Where does the 'Pizza Line' rank among the best nicknames for lines in hockey history?

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