The Big Show

A new week means a new episode of The Hockey News Big Show.

Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss some of the biggest topics in and around the NHL. Here's what's on today's show:

00:41: What's special about Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel? Is he the heavy Jack Adams favorite to start the season?

03:46: Will the Toronto Maple Leafs spoil the Jets' chances of setting a new NHL record?

05:11: The Maple Leafs rearranged their power play. What is there to make of it?

11:40: Is Cole Caufield on track to earn "elite status" this season?

15:00: Is the best still to come for the No. 1 pick in 2020, Alexis Lafreniere?

18:52: The Pittsburgh Penguins sent Tristan Jarry to the AHL on a conditioning assignment. What does this mean for the veteran goalie?

21:30: Steven Stamkos and the Nashville Predators face the Tampa Bay Lightning for first time since the split. What are some of the most awkward departures in recent memory?

25:20: Are the Vancouver Canucks handling Elias Pettersson the right way? Was there anything to make of last week's practice scuffle with J.T. Miller?

30:10: Will the Dallas Stars' Logan Stankoven get over or under 65 points this season?

31:13: Goaltender Alexei Kolosov made his Philadelphia Flyers debut. Will we see him sticking around this season?

32:54: Do we agree or disagree with how Boston Bruins coach Jim Montgomery handled Brad Marchand's turnover?

34:35: Should San Jose Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky already be on the hot seat?

37:17: What are the best NHL player Halloween costumes you've seen?

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It's time for The Hockey News Big Show.

Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos finish an exciting week of NHL action by discussing the biggest topics in and around the league.

Here's what's on today's show:

1:15: Luke Hughes and Brett Pesce are back in the New Jersey Devils' lineup. How much does this change the look of their blueline?

4:25: Does Devils goalie Jacob Markstrom need to adjust to his new team's style?

5:05: Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Joseph Woll is also back. How was his first game back?

8:20: Is there more competition for the Leafs' net than before, with Anthony Stolarz performing well?

9:30: The Colorado Avalanche bounced back. What has changed over the team's last few wins?

13:27: What's most impressive about the Winnipeg Jets remaining undefeated?

17:21: Is this the year of the Minnesota Wild's Kirill Kaprizov for the Hart Trophy?

21:36: Which players are we most excited to see play together at the 4 Nations Face-Off?

24:07: Connor McDavid says Sidney Crosby should be Team Canada captain. Is he right?

26:21: Is Jordan Binnington the favorite to start for Canada?

29:30: Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Jacob Trouba made the news for big hits this week. Should they have been disciplined more?

32:00: Shea Theodore signed a huge contract extension with the Vegas Golden Knights

33:50: Was the Edmonton Oilers' decision on offer sheets for Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway the worst move of the summer?

34:56: How many NHL games will Matt Rempe play this season?

37:06: Which 4 Nations Face-Off jersey is best?

39:20: What "dream" for Alexander Ovechkin is more achievable this season: breaking the NHL goals record or winning another Stanley Cup?

40:31: Favorite scary movie to watch this time of year

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Welcome back to The Hockey News Big Show, featuring discussions and expert takes on the biggest topics in and around the NHL on Mondays and Fridays.

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

0:40: Are we surprised the Montreal Canadiens aren't ready to be a playoff team?

5:35: The Washington Capitals are playing with attitude. What's working so far?

9:46: The Buffalo Sabres' "new" top line is looking "dangerous."

12:32: Jake Guentzel is averaging more than a point per game so far. Did the Tampa Bay Lightning make the right call trading for him instead of re-signing Steven Stamkos?

14:54: What are the early impressions of the Toronto Maple Leafs' Core Four this season? Is it a bad thing that none of them were traded during the summer?

18:32: What can Max Pacioretty inject into the Maple Leafs' lineup after being a healthy scratch?

20:48: After the New York Islanders beat the Montreal Canadiens in a nine-round shootout, do we like requiring teams to go through their lineup before reusing any shooters?

24:25: Which NHL players still don't wear visors?

25:59: Team Bubble or Team Cage for full face shields?

29:33: Should there be a time limit for video reviews?

30:46: Is having possible AHL eligibility for 19-year-olds good or bad?

32:53: Should the NHL be able to carry three goalies without concerns about waivers?

35:02: What's the most memorable equipment mishap?

36:30: "Where is Rutger" chants rained down at the Winnipeg Jets game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Was sending Rutger McGroarty to the AHL the right move?

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Welcome to The Hockey News Big Show, where we cover the biggest topics in and around the NHL on Mondays and Fridays.

Here's what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed in today's episode, which includes milestone moments for Pittsburgh Penguins stalwarts, the NHL's top goal-scorers so far, goalie contracts and more:

0:55: Is Sidney Crosby or Mario Lemieux the greatest Pittsburgh Penguins player of all-time?

4:52: Are Crosby and Evgeni Malkin the greatest tandem in hockey right now?

8:00: Does the greatest tandem need a Stanley Cup championship to be confirmed as a great pair?

10:22: Ilya Sorokin, Jeremy Swayman and Jake Oettinger all have eight-year contracts worth $8.25 million per year. Which goalie brings the best value for it?

13:14: Are the Chicago Blackhawks developing Lukas Reichel in the right way?

18:25: Why aren't things clicking with the Nashville Predators?

20:50: Is the Colorado Avalanche ruining their season with this bad start?

24:46: Top 10 goal leaders: which players are the biggest surprises?

27:22: Which goal-scorers are surprisingly not in the top 10?

29:44: What has been most impressive about Matvei Michkov's start?

33:21: How many goalie goals could we see this year? Could there be more than one?

34:50: Who would you rather have on your team: Artemi Panarin or Nikita Kucherov?

35:59: Who has been more impressive for the Flames: Dan Vladar or Dustin Wolf?

37:38: If Patrick Kane can stay healthy, can he get over 60 points this season?

38:54: Would you rather have Ryan Reaves or Max Pacioretty (who was scratched on Wednesday) in the lineup on Saturday for the Toronto Maple Leafs?

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Welcome to The Hockey News Big Show, where we cover the biggest topics in and around the NHL.

Here's what Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy discussed in today's episode, starting with some of the good and the bad from the first full week of the season:

0:46: The Winnipeg Jets pulled their goalie in the first period and scored. Should more teams do this?

3:54: The Calgary Flames are 3-0 to start the season. What has stood out the most with them?

7:14: What is more surprising between the Edmonton Oilers and the Colorado Avalanche going 0-3 to start the season?

12:48: Where did Mark Kastelic come from? He's had a hot start with the Boston Bruins.

15:44: Evgeni Malkin hit 1,300 points. How significant is that milestone?

19:35: Is Marc-Andre Fleury the last elite French Canadian NHL goalie we'll see for a long time? Can Sam Montembeault be the next one?

22:55: Patrick Roy returns to Colorado behind the New York Islanders bench as Jared Bednar's seat warms up.

27:36: Are the Toronto Maple Leafs playing boring hockey?

30:50: Will Aleksander Barkov be back for the Global Series?

34:39: Macklin Celebrini is already on the IR. Does this hurt his Calder Trophy chances? 

39:12: What is the best team "player of the game award?" 

41:19: Should the Montreal Canadiens be concerned about Ivan Demidov's low ice time?

42:45: The first Prime Video broadcast was Monday night. Is streaming the future?

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Welcome to The Hockey News Big Show, where we cover the biggest topics in and around the NHL.

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

0:34: Joseph Woll is injured already. What does this mean for the Toronto Maple Leafs?

4:03: The Colorado Avalanche pulled Alexandar Georgiev in the first game. How much patience should the team have with him?

8:20: Can Sam Montembeault be Team Canada's goalie at the 4 Nations Face-Off?

11:17: Carter Verhaeghe got his massive extension with the Florida Panthers, the latest step in an impressive career journey. And does the Florida Tax strike again?

16:11: Linus Ullmark signed a contract extension with the Ottawa Senators, and he stood tall as they beat the defending Stanley Cup champions.

20:10: Igor Shesterkin reportedly turned out what would've been the largest contract handed out to a goaltender in NHL history. Is $88 million really not enough for him?

24:20: What were the first impressions of Macklin Celebrini?

29:50: The biggest surprise from Week 1

35:30: The Columbus Blue Jackets' Boone Jenner underwent shoulder surgery.

37:50: Ryan named James Hagens as the top draft-eligible player for 2025. Which NHL team will have the best odds at landing the No. 1 overall pick?

40:28: What's the best name in sports after Ivan Ivan became the first NHL player to have identical first and last names?

43:10: Who has the better career so far between Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin?

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 Welcome to The Hockey News Big Show, featuring the biggest topics in and around the NHL. 

On Mondays and Fridays, we'll have in-depth analysis and lively discussions about everything happening in the NHL. Whether it’s trade rumors, player development or season predictions, it has expert takes and fresh perspectives on every episode.

The Big Show features Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy, who starred in The Hockey News Pre-Game Show last season. Joining the crew is Katie Gaus, an Emmy-winning reporter and host who formerly covered Colorado Avalanche broadcasts.

Without further ado, here are the big topics discussed in this episode:

0:49: Stanley Cup predictions 

2:47: Which playoff team from last year will miss the playoffs this year?

5:28: Which teams that missed the playoffs last season will make it this time?

8:20: Which GM is feeling the most pressure this season?

12:06: Predicting the Hart Trophy winner

15:00: Predicting the breakout player of the year  

17:42: What player on a new team will make the biggest impact?

19:50: Which player on a new team will take a step back? 

23:35: What games we've got our eyes on in the opening week

27:33: What are some rivalries to watch out for?

30:45: Will Sam Gagner play again?

31:55: Reacting to Max Pacioretty finally signing with the Toronto Maple Leafs

33:40: Is Pierre Engvall or Justin Holl more surprising to see on waivers 

36:20: Is the new Jeremy Swayman contract a win-win?

38:48: Who will win the Vezina this year?

39:54: Will Auston Matthews get 70 goals this season?

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The Hockey News Wraparound Show is back with more NHL and hockey topics in bite-sized segments.

Here's what Michael Traikos and Jacob Stoller discussed:

0:00: What to expect from the league’s biggest stars in 2024-25

4:32: Is the Mitch Marner criticism overblown?

7:53: Can the NHL do anything to fix advantages caused by different state taxes?

11:33: Which eight teams should play in the 2028 World Cup of Hockey?

14:17: Which rebuilding team is closest to contending?

17:14: Predicting the winner of each division

22:07: Do the Bruins have the best defense core in the Eastern Conference?

25:07: Will the Vegas Golden Knights' supposed lack of loyalty hurt them in the future?

28:56: Who are some bubble players for the 4 Nations Face-Off?

32:27: What can Macklin Celebrini learn by living with Joe Thornton?

35:20: Which NHL team will name a captain next?

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The Hockey News Wraparound Show has another episode of more NHL and hockey topics in bite-sized segments during the off-season.

Here's what Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:

0:00: Johnny Gaudreau’s legacy after he and his brother, Matthew Gaudreau, died Thursday night.

6:08: Can Rutger McGroarty become a leader in Pittsburgh?

9:28: Will Yaroslav Askarov become the Sharks' No. 1 goaltender this season?

13:05: Does signing Max Pacioretty make sense for the Toronto Maple Leafs?

15:46: Nick Robertson's future in Toronto

18:37: Seth Jarvis' future in Carolina

22:23: Which Hughes brother will have the best career?

25:13: Should the Nashville Predators play Steven Stamkos at center?

26:57: Top issues facing the New Jersey Devils

29:23: Top issues facing the New York Islanders

32:19: Top issues facing the New York Rangers

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The Hockey News Wraparound Show is back with more NHL topics in bite-sized segments.

Here's what Michael Traikos and Jacob Stoller discussed:

0:00: Examining Patrik Laine's fit with the Montreal Canadiens

4:35: Reacting to the Philadelphia Flyers terminating Ryan Johansen's contract

6:50: Are the Edmonton Oilers better after this off-season and not matching two offer sheets?

11:45: What could an extension look like for John Tavares with the Toronto Maple Leafs?

16:25: Standouts from the 2025 UFA Class

18:35: The Pittsburgh Penguins hired the Tampa Bay Rays' analytics coach

21:45: What's there to make of Yaroslav Askarov trade request?

25:10: The top issues facing the Chicago Blackhawks

27:08: The top issues facing the Colorado Avalanche

29:57: The top issues facing the Dallas Stars

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