Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode of The FAN Hockey with thoughts on reverting the NHL playoff format back to 1 vs. 8. Sportsnet's Anna Dua (18:23) joins the guys in-studio to defend the Maple Leafs after their slump in March, before sharing her choice for the best Canadian team in Cup contention, which playoff club has the most underlying concerns, and one rule she would propose to improve the league. Later on, three-time Stanley Cup champion and Devils analyst for MSG and NHL Network, Ken Daneyko (50:05) stops by! He shares what’s behind New Jersey's resilience despite key injuries and Jesper Bratt's elevated level of play, before looking back on some stories from his time in the league.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this midweek edition of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They dive into Gary Bettman's press conference today to break down the NHL Commissioner's comments on the decentralized draft, Collective Bargaining Agreement, and All-Star game format. Friedge examines the Canadiens' five-goal third period to snatch a win away from the Senators, the Flames' narrow victory in the Big Apple to keep pace in the playoff race, and the Canucks' statement win at home over the Jets. Elliotte wraps up with one rule change he would propose if he was a general manager for the day, along with the latest on Russia's eligibility to compete in the 2026 Olympic Games.

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Former NHL netminder Carter Hutton kicks off this episode of The FAN Hockey Show looking at the NHL playoff picture alongside Matt Marchese and Mike Futa. Carter makes his picks for who will snatch the final Wild Card spots in both conferences, before chatting about the Oilers' situation in goal and the front-runners for the Vezina Trophy. Next up, Stu Cowan (18:17) of the Montreal Gazette sheds light on Arber Xhekaj and Michael Pezzetta's dust up at practice, what's fueling the Canadiens' playoff push, Martin St. Louis' work behind the bench, and 'the best line in hockey' featuring Cole Caulfield, Nick Suzuki and Juraj Slafkovský. Matt and Mike wrap up the show with some thoughts on the NHL scouting process and memories of prospects past, before sifting through some headlines from around the league (47:22).

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa drop the puck on The FAN Hockey Show with a look back on all the action for Monday's slate of games, before Sportsnet's own Elliotte Friedman joins the conversation! They begin chatting about the discourse surrounding Ryan Huska behind the bench in Calgary, before diving into the latest news from the NHL GM Meetings including potential changes to the decentralized draft format and video replay system. Friedge also takes some time to discuss about the Maple Leafs' bounce-back win over the Flames fueled by Auston Matthews, what to make of Connor Bedard's back-to-back 10-minute misconduct penalties, and the intrigue surrounding tonight's clash between the Senators and Canadiens.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman live from the NHL GM Meetings. He shares the headlines from the event including a potential change to the league's overtime rules, before diving into Monday's slate of games. The trio look into Craig Berube's comments as the Maple Leafs' rough stretch continues, the intrigue surrounding tonight's matchup with the Flames, and how the team's trade deadline pieces are fitting in. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on Canadiens' playoff push.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off a new week on The FAN Hockey Show recapping 'The Futa Five', before Sportsnet's Ken Reid stops by the studio to make his case to join the Sportsnet hockey team. Jodi Shelley (26:02), former NHLer and current NHL on Prime analyst, discusses the state of the Blue Jackets ahead of tonight's game against the Devils, Zach Werenski's strong season, and what to make of Maple Leafs amidst their recent slump. Later, Derek Wills (50:05), voice of the Flames on Sportsnet 960, shares his expectations for Calgary's matchup with Toronto, before getting into Dustin Wolf's case to win the Calder Trophy, the job Ryan Huska has done behind the bench, and the team's road to the playoffs.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode of The FAN Hockey Show sorting through Mike's biggest stories to watch in 'The Futa Five'. Jason Bukala (13:58), Sportsnet analyst and former NHL executive, joins the guys in-studio to dive into how Coach Futes is building his Sportsnet hockey team. They pivot to the NHL to discuss Mikko Rantanen's road ahead after settling in with his new club, how the Hurricanes have rebounded after the trade, and how Sergei Bobrovsky has rejuvenated his career. Bukes also takes some time to chat about the greatest trades that never were, Aleksander Barkov's development, the intricacies of scouting, and much more!

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into this episode of The FAN Hockey Show alongside Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman! They look back on last night's battle between Atlantic rivals Toronto and Florida, Max Domi's physical play, and how the Cats managed to pull away down the stretch. Friedge looks ahead to offseason to discuss Sam Bennett, Mitch Marner, and John Tavares' free agent appeal, before sharing his take on the Golden Knights extending netminder Adin Hill. The trio take some time to discuss Jesper Bratt's three-point night, Neal Pionk's injury timeline, and what to expect on Sunday as Mikko Rantanen and the Stars visit his former home in Colorado. Elliotte wraps up with thoughts on the Senators' strong performance against the Bruins, Ottawa's underrated deadline, tomorrow's 'Battle of Ontario', and what to make of Connor Bedard's ten-minute misconduct penalty.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off today's show reading your questions and comments from The FAN Hockey Show mailbag! Brien Rea (18:20), Stars analyst and Emmy Award Winner, checks in to discuss Roope Hintz' injury timeline, the state of the roster following the trade deadline, how Mikko Rantanen rejuvenated the city of Dallas, and Jake Oettinger's identity in goal. Later on, Mollie Walker (46:42) of the New York Post discusses Jonathan Quick's impact in the Rangers' room, the keys to Mika Zibanejad's turnaround season, how J.T. Miller has fit in with his new club, and Adam Fox's timeline to return.

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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa dive into this edition of The FAN Hockey Show looking back on Wednesday's playoff-style battle between the Canucks and Flames with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. They discuss key factors that swung the game in Vancouver's favour, Quinn Hughes' comments about his team's captain Elias Pettersson, and Connor Zary's pending hearing. Friedge weighs in on the Panthers' road ahead with a shorthanded lineup and how they stack up in tonight's clash with the Maple Leafs, before zooming out on the NHL playoff format and discussing if it needs a change. The trio wrap up with thoughts on tonight's battle between former Bruins tandem Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman, Brad Marchand leaving the door open for a potential return to Boston, and Seattle's victory over Montreal in overtime.

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