The Wraparound

The Wraparound is back to discuss the NHL's Central Division and other breaking news in rapid-fire segments.Here's what Emma Lingan, Bailey Curtis and Lou Korac discussed in this episode:

0:00 Initial reactions to the Edmonton Oilers trading Evander Kane to the Vancouver Canucks

4:23: Making sense of the Nashville Predators’ decision to re-acquire Erik Haula

8:50: Breaking down the Chicago Blackhawks’ prospect pool

13:33: After the Dallas Stars extended Matt Duchene, who will be the next best center target in free agency?

19:40: Evaluating the Colorado Avalanche’s off-season priorities

24:51: Could Jonathan Toews’ presence as a former Stanley Cup Champion help elevate the Winnipeg Jets?

28:07: Will Marco Rossi’s contract dilemma put the Minnesota Wild’s off-season plans in jeopardy?

32:29: Will Joel Hofer be a top offer sheet candidate this summer?

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The Hockey News Wraparound Show discusses today the NHL's Metropolitan Division clubs and the Hockey Hall of Fame's 2025 class. Here's what Emma Lingan, Kelsey Surmacz and Jonathan Bailey discussed in this episode:

0:00: Could Trevor Zegras become a No. 1 center with the Philadelphia Flyers?

4:05: Will this be a pivotal rebuilding year for the Pittsburgh Penguins?

9:05: Was it a smart move for the New York Rangers to opt in for their 2025 first-round pick to be traded in the J.T. Miller deal?

12:30: Could Tomas Hertl be heading to the Carolina Hurricanes?

15:57: Will the New Jersey Devils be able to re-sign Jake Allen?

19:50: Could the Columbus Blue Jackets trade their first-round pick?

23:05: What is the biggest need for the Washington Capitals at the draft?

27:25: Will the New York Islanders be able to extend Noah Dobson?

33:00: Breaking down the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class

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The Wraparound is here to discuss the NHL and more in rapid-fire topics. Here's what Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and David Alter discussed in this episode:

1:00: Reacting to the Anaheim Ducks’ trade of Trevor Zegras to the Philadelphia Flyers

4:00: Will Kevyn Adams and the Buffalo Sabres be able to take full advantage of the trade market for players like Bowen Byram and JJ Peterka?

9:00: Will the Montreal Canadiens trade or extend Patrik Laine? What about Mike Matheson?

14:05: What could a new contract look like for John Tavares and the Toronto Maple Leafs?

18:10: Is Vladimir Tarasenko a buyout candidate for the Detroit Red Wings?

22:00: Can the Florida Panthers afford to re-sign all three of their big free agents (Sam Bennett, Aaron Ekblad and Brad Marchand)? If not, who stays and who goes?

26:30: What will the free agent market look like for former Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Nick Perbix?

30:30: Did the Boston Bruins make the right choice extending Mason Lohrei for two years at $3.2 million average annual value?

33:05: What will a potential extension look like for Claude Giroux and the Ottawa Senators?

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Welcome to the off-season. The Wraparound is here to discuss the NHL and more in rapid-fire topics.Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Where do the Florida Panthers rank among recent dynasties in the NHL?

3:30 What does the future hold for the Edmonton Oilers and Connor McDavid with his impending free agency in 2026?

6:50 Will the Florida Panthers retain Brad Marchand and Sam Bennett?

10:30 After Mitch Marner’s charity event in Toronto was cancelled, is it all but confirmed that he will be leaving the Maple Leafs?

13:35 What team is the best fit for Jonathan Toews?

15:38 What team that wasn’t involved in the 4 Nations Face-Off could make some noise at the 2026 Olympics?

17:35 Could the Vancouver Canucks move on from Thatcher Demko this summer?

20:20 Is there a scenario where the New York Islanders draft anyone other than Matthew Schaefer?

21:45 How will Roman Josi’s recovery impact Barry Trotz’s off-season priorities?

25:40 Making early predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season

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The Wraparound is here with more rapid-fire topics in the NHL. Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Will Brad Marchand go down as one of the best trade deadline acquisitions ever?

3:32: Evaluating the Edmonton Oilers’ ability to play in high-pressure situations

5:40: After trading Chris Kreider, could Mika Zibanejad also be moved by the New York Rangers?

9:10: Can the Buffalo Sabres afford to move on from J.J. Peterka?

12:14: Is it time for the Buffalo Sabres to move on from Bowen Byram?

15:28: Could the Nashville Predators already move on from either Jonathan Marchessault or Steven Stamkos?

20:37: Will Mitch Marner be the top free agent in the last decade to hit the market?

24:57: What to make of Team USA’s decision to leave Connor Hellebuyck and Jake Oettinger off the first six roster spots for the 2026 Olympics

29:15: Will the Montreal Canadiens end up trading either of their first-round draft picks this year?

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Tune in to The Hockey News Wraparound for rapid-fire discussions about the NHL and beyond.
Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Could Paul Maurice go down as the best NHL coach not named Scotty Bowman?

3:45: Breaking down Game 3 between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers

8:29 Was hiring Derek Lalonde a smart move for the Toronto Maple Leafs?

10:42 Should the Ottawa Senators consider trading Drake Batherson?

13:00 Breaking down Spencer Carbery’s Jack Adams victory with the Washington Capitals

16:21 Reflecting on the standout performers of the 2025 NHL draft combine

19:55 Could we see a top-five draft pick be traded this season?

22:17 Will Marco Rossi be traded by the Minnesota Wild?

26:20 Can the New York Rangers afford to move on from K’Andre Miller?

28:50 Exploring the impact of the PWHL expansion draft

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As time ticks down to the Stanley Cup final, the Wraparound is here with more rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics.
Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Have the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers changed people’s perspective on the NHL’s regular season?

4:22: Who do the Oilers need to step up the most in the absence of Zach Hyman?

8:57: Can Alexander Barkov become the all-time leader in Selke Trophy wins?

10:52: Has Pete DeBoer’s confidence in Jake Oettinger changed after his performance in the Western Conference final?

16:30 Will Easton Cowan go down as one of the best London Knights players ever?

20:00: Could the Toronto Maple Leafs approach Morgan Rielly about potentially facilitating a trade this summer?

22:20: Did the Tampa Bay Lightning make a good long-term bet by extending Yanni Gourde?

24:05: Breaking down the players and personnel involved in the second season of Faceoff: Inside The NHL

26:22: What value will Jarmo Kekalainen bring to the Buffalo Sabres?

28:31: Should the Montreal Canadiens' Ivan Demidov be the front-runner to win the Calder Trophy for the 2025-26 season?

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It's time for a new episode of The Wraparound, a look around the NHL and hockey in rapid-fire segments.
Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Will the Dallas Stars be able to counter the Edmonton Oilers’ depth?

3:38: Will the series between the Oilers and Stars change the narrative around Stuart Skinner and his ability to perform in high-pressure games?

8:25: What has gone wrong for the Carolina Hurricanes against the Florida Panthers?

10:45: If the Hurricanes are eliminated, can we expect big changes similar to those expected of the Toronto Maple Leafs?

14:20: Which GM of the year finalist deserves the award the most?

17:35: Could Tage Thompson’s performance at the IIHF World Championship help his chances to be named to Team USA’s Olympic roster in 2026?

20:15: Is Frank Nazar already the Chicago Blackhawks’ next-best forward behind Connor Bedard?

22:30: What will Luke Hughes’ next contract look like with the New Jersey Devils?

24:20: With another standout showing at the Memorial Cup, is Easton Cowan ready to make the jump to the NHL?

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Welcome to a new week of the NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs with rapid-fire topics on The Hockey News Wraparound Show.

Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Should this be the end of the ‘Core Four’ era with the Toronto Maple Leafs?

4:50: Could this be the year this Carolina Hurricanes core finally makes its way to the Stanley Cup final?

7:40: Will Alex Ovechkin go to the KHL once his NHL contract expires?

9:40: Did the Winnipeg Jets play well enough against the Dallas Stars to deserve a better result?

13:00: Do the Winnipeg Jets have enough as a core to contend in the Western Conference?

15:25: Has Jake Oettinger become the favorite to be the Team USA starter at the 2026 Olympics?

18:00: Do the Edmonton Oilers have the depth to take down the Dallas Stars again?

21:45: Should Ken Holland and the Los Angeles Kings have been open to moving on from Jim Hiller?

25:10: What will Jack Eichel’s next contract look like? Will he stay with the Vegas Golden Knights?

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Welcome to a new set of rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics with The Hockey News Wraparound.

Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: What’s been the most concerning part of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ performance in Games 3 and 4 against the Florida Panthers?

8:18: Will the Winnipeg Jets be able to shut down Mikko Rantanen?

12:15: Can the Edmonton Oilers overcome their goaltending struggles after a heartbreaking loss in Game 3 vs. the Vegas Golden Knights?

15:35: Has Frederik Andersen been the best goaltender of the Stanley Cup playoffs?

20:09: What to make of Connor Bedard’s decision not to join Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship

23:48: Could Joel Quenneville help the Anaheim Ducks potentially be competitive as soon as next season?

26:48: Will David Carle ever leave the NCAA to coach in the NHL?

29:06: Could Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Cayden Lindstrom be the most sought-after prospect for NCAA teams this summer?

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