There's a lot to discuss in the NHL, and The Hockey News Big Show is here to break it down.

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

0:29: What happened between the Colorado Avalanche and pending UFA Mikko Rantanen that led to the blockbuster deal with the Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Blackhawks?

3:58: Did the Avalanche get an underwhelming return? What do they need to do now?

6:45: Is acquiring Rantanen, a potential rental player, worth it for the Hurricanes?

10:16: Will Carolina's style be difficult for Rantanen to adjust to? How about Necas in Colorado?

12:01: Do we believe that Chicago got the best return possible for Taylor Hall?

15:20: Where does this leave the Canucks, and has the market for Miller changed? Is Pettersson the better option to try and move now?

18:36: In light of the Rantanen trade, what would Mitch Marner fetch if he waived his no-movement clause?

22:48: Alex Pietrangelo has withdrawn from the 4 Nations Face-Off to tend to an ailment. Are we going to see more of this? Who should take his place on Team Canada?

28:14: Ryan Kennedy's mid-season draft rankings are out: who should go first, and does it matter which team is picking first?

31:23: Did Ottawa Senators have a fair reaction to owner Michael Andlauer wanting to play some regular-season games in Quebec City and Spartacat wearing a Nordiques-Senators jersey?

34:39: When's the last time the Montreal Canadiens had as good of a rookie as Lane Hutson?

35:40: What do the Florida Panthers need more: a veteran defenseman or a depth winger?

37:01: Did the NHL open the door to Russian participation at the next World Cup of Hockey?

38:44: The Canucks' social media team hit us with the Michael Jordan "I'm Back" statement ahead of Tyler Myers' return from suspension. In light of the Oilers statement, do we like or love this?

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Welcome to a new episode of The Hockey News Big Show featuring big NHL and hockey topics.

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

0:43: Sean Monahan is a huge part of the Columbus Blue Jackets – is he the best bargain signing of the off-season?

4:09: What moves should the New Jersey Devils make to ensure their season doesn't go off the rails? What options are there for the team if they need to add some goalie security before the deadline?

6:52: With Jacob Markstrom and Linus Ullmark currently out, Filip Gustavsson becomes Sweden's starter for the 4 Nations Face-Off. Who should get the call to back up for Sweden if they need to add due to injury?

9:11: Is the lack of rest from making it to the Cup final in back-to-back seasons finally catching up to the Florida Panthers?

12:36: What moves should the Colorado Avalanche be looking to make to add some scoring outside of their big three?

15:33: Could the injury to Adam Lowry make the Winnipeg Jets more active at the NHL trade deadline?

19:28: Do we like Auston Matthews calling the fans out for being quiet, or was this a bit out of line?

23:49: The Buffalo Sabres reportedly have the most polite fans in the NHL. Do we buy that?

25:54: The Pittsburgh Penguins' average attendance is the lowest it's been since 2006-07. Is this team in worse shape than then?

27:42: Do the Detroit Red Wings have the best two quarter-century teams in the NHL?

30:00: Like or dislike: QMJHL Newfoundland will be known as the Regiment.

23:49: What's worse for Edmonton: releasing a statement on McDavid's suspension or a fan tossing nachos on the ice?

34:08: Pick a guy – who would you like to see as the next commissioner of the NHL?

36:44: Stock market – if hockey teams were stocks and you were looking at investing for the next five years, what teams would you consider a buying, holding or selling?

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Big topics mean a Big Show.

Here are the NHL and hockey topics that Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode of The Hockey News Big Show:

0:42: Are the Ottawa Senators for real... for real?

7:08: Do we think the New York Rangers are where J.T. Miller ends up? Should any other NHL teams be seriously interested in the Vancouver Canucks center?

11:48: What team could have interest in Erik Karlsson if the price is right?

15:58: Do we believe in the Toronto Maple Leafs' offense? Why do so many fans constantly express concern about the team's ability to score?

21:01: If the Los Angeles Kings' best option was moving a D-man up to the wing, do they have an offensive depth problem?

24:42: Connor McDavid was suspended three games for a cross-check. Do we think this is the right amount of games given?

29:14: What do the Tampa Bay Lightning need to do to be ready for playoffs? Trade suggestions

34:10: Like or dislike: John Klingberg to the Edmonton Oilers?

35:06: What's been the best NHL fight from the past week?

36:06 Over/Under: Easton Cowan's point streak is up to 60 games. Will he make it to 70?

37:07: Give an example of an NHL team in the past with similar circumstances to the NFL's Detroit Lions and totally blew it.

38:56: Auston Matthews is tied for 26th in goal-scoring (14 behind Draisaitl). Is he out of the Rocket race?

40:18: Name an NHL player who you think would make a good politician

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Look at the week that was in the NHL and the action to come with The Hockey News Big Show.

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

0:50: Has Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas truly made enough bad decisions to deserve the criticism he's getting? Or is he the victim of some serious bad luck?

7:25: Are the Chicago Blackhawks at the point where they are hurting Connor Bedard's development?

11:49: John Klingberg is making his return to the NHL.

14:01: Which team that's still in the mix for a playoff spot should jump off and be a seller?

16:40: “No interest in trading Rasmus Andersson." Is this the right move by the Calgary Flames? Or should they explore what he could bring as a trade target?

20:05: Should Connor Hellebuyck be seriously considered for the Hart Trophy?

22:49: Nathan MacKinnon or Leon Draisaitl: which would you rather have on your team in the playoffs?

25:20: Who would you pick for GM of the year right now?

29:25: Which star UFA will most likely end up on a new team? Mikko Rantanen or Sam Bennett?

30:58: The Buffalo Sabres became the first team to score a goal in a full 20-minute period without registering a shot on goal. Is this the most Buffalo thing ever?

33:50: Simon Nemec is in his third year in the minors — do the New Jersey Devils need to trade the No. 2 pick? Is it too early to call 2022 a "bust year?"

37:25: 4 Nations Face-Off tickets are reportedly not selling out. Was not having a Team North America and Team Europe a mistake?

38:43: Yay or Nay: The Blue Jackets and Red Wings Stadium Series uniforms

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Listen to conversations on big NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey News Big Show.

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

00:46: Are the Dallas Stars better equipped for playoff success "winning by committee" as opposed to being carried by a few star players?

7:00: Which team currently in a playoff position has the worst depth?

9:47: Which team currently sitting in first place in their respective division will most likely not finish there at the end of the season?

12:13: Is Cale Makar no longer the clear front-runner for the Norris Trophy?

16:34: Is something brewing with the Seattle Kraken? Could they be one of the bigger sellers leading up to the deadline?

20:05: If a battle of Florida happened today between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning, which club would win a best-of-seven series?

23:22: Which players left off their country's 4 Nations Face-Off roster should be considered top options for injury replacements?

26:35: Could Denver be the new front-runner for an expansion team in the PWHL?

30:59: Should the Oilers keep Evander Kane out until the playoffs to possibly acquire assets?

32:54: The Detroit Lions have become a feel-good contender in the NFL. So who are the Lions of the NHL?

35:50: Should the Calgary Flames ditch the goalie tandem and give more starts to Dustin Wolf?

37:31: The OHL's first-ever Connor McDavid Top Prospects Game is Wednesday. Who else should have a prospects game named after them?

38:58: It was announced on Spittin' Chiclets that Paul Bissonnette, Ryan Whitney, Mike Grinnell and Keith Yandle are part owners of the new Greensboro ECHL expansion team. Name another NHL alum or pair of alums who would be awesome to have as owners of your team.

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Kickstart the weekend with The Hockey News Big Show.

Here are the big NHL and hockey topics that Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:

00:48: Which team should be more concerned right now between the Vancouver Canucks and Boston Bruins?

4:26: Which player is more likely to get traded between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson? Where? Would it be a good or bad idea for Vancouver to move both?

9:32: Which type of defenseman would help the Edmonton Oilers the most?

13:06: Which team will emerge as the "best of the worst" at the rate they're currently going?

16:04: Has Todd McLellan made legitimate changes to the way the Detroit Red Wings play? They got the coach's bump.

19:23: Which wild-card race will be crazier down the stretch: the Eastern Conference or the Western Conference?

21:41: Which line combination at the 4 Nations Face-Off are you most excited to see?

24:15: Will players ask coaches to be paired with certain players at the 4 Nations Face-Off?

26:30: Will Mikko Rantanen set a new record for empty-net goals this year?

29:57: Did the NHL make the right choice to stage two outdoor games in the state of Florida next season?

31:23: Should the Washington Capitals make Logan Thompson an offer soon or wait?

32:29: Will Sidney Crosby pass Mario Lemieux in the NHL's all-time points list?

34:23: The Ottawa Senators sign Ridly Greig to a four-year, $13-million extension.

35:06: Should the Toronto Maple Leafs keep Ryan Reaves in the NHL or place him on waivers?

36:40: Bobby Orr supports NHL hockey coming back to Atlanta. Do you?

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Get caught up on big NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey News Big Show.

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

0:48: Who gets paid more in free agency between Mitch Marner and Mikko Rantanen?

4:18: Which team needs to "whip themselves into shape" and get it together this New Year?

7:47: Will this "new job" be a better fit for New York Rangers waiver claim Arthur Kaliyev? What's his potential?

10:44: Which players are on your radar to possibly be doing some travelling before the NHL trade deadline?

14:01: Is this the greatest era we've seen from USA Hockey?

18:54: Washington's Ted Leonsis is on the cover of The Hockey News' Money & Power issue. What is his legacy through 25 years of Capitals ownership?

21:35: How much of an advantage do teams like the Florida Panthers and Dallas Stars have because of their taxes?

25:20: Connor McDavid is the highest-ranked player on the Top 100 People of Power and Influence in hockey. Who could knock him off that perch in the future?

29:34: Should the NHL return to Arizona?

31:48: Who was your pick for world juniors MVP?

33:19: When will Russia return to the world juniors?

36:16: Lane Hutson has officially taken over the rookie scoring leaderboard at 30 points. Can he sustain this to challenge for the Calder Trophy?

38:11: After Shane Pinto stepped on the ice with a skate guard on, name another embarrassing hockey moment you've witnessed or remember.

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As a big weekend arrives for the world juniors and the NHL, a new episode of The Hockey News Big Show is here.

Here's what Katie Gaus and world juniors experts Ryan Kennedy and Tony Ferrari discussed in today's episode:

1:08: Breaking down Canada's loss to Czechia

5:03: What does Team Canada need to do to fix its world juniors problems?

8:10: What team has looked the best at the world juniors?

10:40: Which player has underperformed at the world juniors?

12:47: What's the best story so far this tournament?

16:59: Semifinal prediction: Sweden vs. Finland

18:04: Semifinal prediction: USA vs. Czechia

20:15: Who is going to win gold?

21:39: Auston Matthews misses his sixth-straight game. Should he take more time away to try and more fully heal? Is playing in the 4 Nations Face-Off still in the cards?

25:30: Are the Vegas Golden Knights the scariest team in the Western Conference?

29:37: Team Canada's goal song: yay or nay?

31:28: Was the major penalty on Cole Beaudoin a knee or not a knee?

33:12: Now that Alexander Ovechkin is back from injury, will he break Wayne Gretzky’s goal record this season?

35:24: The Toronto Maple Leafs' quarter-century team will be announced Saturday. Name your top choice.

36:28: YES OR NO: Was the St. Louis Blues and Chicago Blackhawks game the worst Winter Classic?

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As we near the end of 2024, it's time to review the year in the NHL with The Hockey News Big Show.

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

1:22: Best NHL team in 2024

4:18: Which team changed the most in 2024?

7:10: What's the biggest surprise team of the year?

9:17: Best and worst trade of 2024

13:56: Which team is most likely to improve in 2025?

16:14: Most valuable NHL player of 2024

19:52: Breakout player of 2024

22:55: Biggest surprise player of the year

26:55: Player who thrived the most on a new team in 2024

29:23: Best contract signing of 2024

31:41: Worst contract of 2024

34:17: Best playoff series of 2024

37:34: Biggest story of 2024

42:05: Predicting the 2025 Stanley Cup champion

44:00: Predicting the 2024-25 Hart Trophy winner

45:24: Predicting the NHL draft lottery winner and who goes first overall

48:11: Favorite story you wrote in 2024 

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Listen to big NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey News Big Show.

Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode, including our 2025 World Junior Championship preview:

0:51: World juniors rosters breakdown: which teams look the best on paper?

8:30: Which prospects should people be most excited to see at the world juniors?

10:33: is Team USA's line of Perrault, Hagens and Leonard one of the best world juniors lines ever? What are some others?

13:42: Which team is the dark horse for this tournament?

17:06: As the New York Rangers traded Kaapo Kakko, did they botch his development?

22:02: Is Auston Matthews dealing with something? What has been off about the Maple Leafs captain this season?

25:05 Will Patrik Laine re-sign with the Montreal Canadiens?

28:59: Which rookies have been the greatest "gift" to their team so far this season?

32:52: What's your favorite world juniors jersey?

34:35: Favorite world junior game of all-time?

37:10: The Pittsburgh Penguins reacquired Pierre-Olivier Joseph from the St. Louis Blues for future considerations. Is that a good or bad move?

38:15: The Montreal Canadiens traded Justin Barron to the Nashville Predators for Alexandre Carrier. Like it or not?

39:48: Utah HC owner Ryan Smith gave away two free tickets to Wednesday night's game. Should more owners consider his type of approach?

40:53: Do you get a real Christmas tree or a fake one?

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