The Wraparound

It's a new episode of The Hockey News Wraparound Show for a new week in the NHL and hockey world.

Here are the rapid-fire topics Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed in this episode:

0:00: Was it the right decision to add Drew Doughty to Canada’s 4 Nations Face-Off roster?

3:44: With MacKenzie Weegar’s impressive season, should he suit up for Canada at the 2026 Olympics?

5:46: Is Jesse Puljujarvi’s NHL career over?

8:10: Is it a realistic possibility for Auston Matthews to still score 50 goals this season?

11:36: How valuable is it to have a shootout expert like Patrick Kane in today’s NHL?

13:59: Were Paul Bissonnette’s criticisms of Connor Bedard valid?

19:09: What teams could target St. Louis Blues captain Brayden Schenn in a trade?

23:02: Is it time for the Buffalo Sabres to trade prospect Isak Rosen?

25:54: Could 15-year-old Landon DuPont join Canada at the next world juniors?

28:15: Should the NHL implement an NBA-style in-season tournament?

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Check out this latest episode of The Hockey News Wraparound Show, with many rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics. 

Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed:

0:00: With the projected salary cap increase, how good of a deal did the Vancouver Canucks get on Marcus Pettersson’s extension?

4:16: Could the Toronto Maple Leafs have two perennial 50-plus goal-scorers based on William Nylander’s performance this season?

6:08: Has the honeymoon phase between Patrik Laine and the Montreal Canadiens ended?

8:08: Could Rickard Rakell become a valuable trade piece at the deadline for the Pittsburgh Penguins?

10:22: How have the New York Islanders defied expectations this season?

13:58: What should be the Winnipeg Jets’ top priority at the trade deadline?

15:42: Should the Carolina Hurricanes be concerned about their power-play struggles?

18:13: Will the Edmonton Oilers be cautious when paying Evan Bouchard?

21:17: Is Jonathan Quick the best U.S.-born goaltender of all time?

23:32: Will the Detroit Red Wings hang on to Cam Talbot for the remainder of the season?

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The latest half-hour episode of rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics is here with The Hockey News Wraparound Show.

Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed:

0:00: How competitive will the Pittsburgh Penguins be in the next two seasons?

4:00: After trading away J.T. Miller, what should the Vancouver Canucks do with pending UFA Brock Boeser?

6:14: Should the New York Rangers look to acquire a defenseman?

8:36: How will Brandon Saad fit in with the Vegas Golden Knights?

11:05: Does Gavin McKenna have the chance to reach the same level of hype as Connor Bedard?

13:15: Which participants in the AHL All-Star Classic have the most promising future?

18:10: Have the Calgary Flames changed course on their long-term plans?

21:33: Does the Minnesota Wild's Ryan Hartman need to change his game?

24:15: Does Mason McTavish deserve more praise for his recent success with the Anaheim Ducks?

26:07: Do the Ottawa Senators deserve to have better odds than the Toronto Maple Leafs to win the Stanley Cup, according to moneypuck.com?

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Welcome to a new episode of The Hockey News Wraparound Show covering NHL and hockey topics in rapid-fire segments.

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

0:00: How will Kirill Kaprizov’s injury impact the Minnesota Wild’s trade deadline strategy?

3:23: Could Logan Thompson’s extension with the Washington Capitals end up being one of the best contracts in the league?

6:21: Breaking down Jim Rutherford’s comments on the internal rift with the Vancouver Canucks

10:27: What teams could take a shot on Brandon Saad following his contract termination?

13:37: Will the Seattle Kraken buy out Philipp Grubauer?

15:47: Could the New Jersey Devils be more aggressive at the deadline now that Nico Hischier is hurt?

17:56: Should the Montreal Canadiens look for external replacements for Kaiden Guhle?

20:44: Which of Utah’s final three names is the best?

24:03: With multiple pending UFAs, what should be the San Jose Sharks’ trade deadline strategy?

27:16: Will Auston Matthews be Team USA’s captain throughout his career?

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Kick off the week in the NHL with The Hockey News Wraparound Show featuring rapid-fire segments.

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

0:00: Initial reactions to the blockbuster trade between the Carolina Hurricanes and Colorado Avalanche involving Mikko Rantanen and Martin Necas

4:13: Did the Chicago Blackhawks get enough in return for retaining salary on Rantanen’s contract while also giving up Taylor Hall?

6:00: Was this the biggest in-season trade in the NHL's salary cap era?

7:37: Are the Vancouver Canucks asking too much for J.T. Miller?

9:26: Which NHL-ready prospects could the Buffalo Sabres move on from?

12:41: How concerned should the New Jersey Devils be after losing Jacob Markstrom?

14:44: Could Connor Hellebuyck chase the single-season wins record?

16:37: Can this year’s Nashville Predators roster flip the script like last season?

20:15: Which team benefits more from the Darcy Kuemper and Pierre-Luc Dubois trade from the off-season?

22:34: What has Gary Bettman’s biggest accomplishment in his tenure as NHL commissioner been?

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Enjoy a look around the NHL with rapid-fire topics on The Hockey News Wraparound Show.

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

0:00: Was a three-game suspension too much for Connor McDavid?

5:05: Should the NHL give out an award for the best defensive-defenseman?

6:56: Breaking down Philadelphia Flyers GM Daniel Briere’s comments on how Canada's world juniors team used their prospects

9:18: With Logan Thompson saying Team Canada didn’t even call him as an injury replacement at the 4 Nations Face-Off, which goalies could be ahead of him?

11:54: Should the Columbus Blue Jackets re-sign or trade Ivan Provorov?

14:25: Do the Boston Bruins need to buy in on or re-tool this current roster?

16:34: Who are some prospects that could be traded at this year’s NHL trade deadline?

19:00: Which trade from the 2024 deadline has paid off the most?

21:00: With Utah’s trademark issues, what should their final name be?

23:53: Can Drew Doughty’s return to the Kings’ lineup help provide a spark?

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

Here's what Emma Lingan and Michael Augello discussed:

0:00: The Vancouver Canucks are reportedly working on trading J.T. Miller, with the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers being named as potential suitors. What team makes the most sense?

3:58: Was it a smart bet for the Edmonton Oilers to sign John Klingberg?

6:23: Could Travis Konecny end up having one of the most valuable contracts in the NHL?

8:56: Breaking down the best goalie goal moments

11:18: What’s the appropriate punishment for Connor McDavid’s cross-check on Conor Garland?

13:56: What’s been the biggest difference for the Ottawa Senators as they try to finally break out?

15:58: How have the Columbus Blue Jackets managed to exceed all expectations?

18:10: Who are some players that 4 Nations Face-Off managers should regret not adding to their rosters?

20:27: Should the NHL create a mental health break designation similar to the injured reserve?

25:04: Have the Sharks found their goaltending star of the future in Yaroslav Askarov?

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Welcome to a fresh episode of The Hockey News Wraparound Show, featuring a bunch of NHL and hockey topics in bite-sized segments.

0:00: With Tristan Jarry clearing waivers, is there any future for him left with the Pittsburgh Penguins?

2:30: After Brad Marchand’s pointed comments about the rumored riff with David Pastrnak, can the Boston Bruins use this to fuel them?

4:54: With Jeff Skinner being scratched for three-straight games, is it time for a trade?

7:46: Does it make sense for the Chicago Blackhawks to trade Taylor Hall?

10:05: How will the Washington Capitals handle their goaltenders in the off-season?

13:28: Which NHL team would be the best landing spot for John Klingberg?

16:18: Which player has had the most shocking plus/minus rating this season?

18:45: Which current NHL players should have their jersey retired by their CHL team?

20:00: After the Hyman family purchased the Brantford Bulldogs, will we see more players become owners of CHL franchises?

23:32: Should Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor be considered among the NHL’s best duos?

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Welcome to a new week in the NHL with The Hockey News Wraparound Show.

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

0:00: Will Ryan O’Reilly stay with the Nashville Predators for the rest of the season?

4:46: Did Cutter Gauthier inspire a new rivalry between the Anaheim Ducks and Philadelphia Flyers?

7:58: Should the Detroit Red Wings be buyers after seven-straight wins?

10:16: Should Patrick Kane be the top candidate to potentially join Team USA at the 4 Nations Face-Off in the event of injury?

12:16: Is there any chance Mikko Rantanen could be on another team next season?

15:13: With Evander Kane likely to miss the rest of the season, could the Oilers make a game-breaking trade?

18:00: What needs to be done to help the Seattle Kraken move forward?

20:03: How should the Calgary Flames deal with Rasmus Andersson as he nears free agency?

22:49: At just 31 years old, is Connor Hellebuyck already a Hall of Famer?

25:39: With the Montreal Canadiens’ recent success, how likely are they to squeak into the playoffs?

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It's time for The Hockey News Wraparound Show with Emma Lingan and Michael Augello.

Here are the bite-sized topics they discussed in this episode:

0:00: Which team would have won the rumored failed Rangers and Canucks' Zibanejad-for-Miller trade?

2:29: Does Leon Draisaitl deserve to be the front-runner for the Hart Trophy?

4:50: Is it the right time for the PWHL to begin expanding?

7:44: Which players on one-year contracts are most likely to sign an extension?

10:30: Thoughts on the NHL’s two outdoor games in Florida in 2026?

14:21: Does John Tavares get enough credit for his scoring consistency?

16:13: Should Lane Hutson be getting more consideration for the Calder Trophy?

18:01: Is Zach Werenski having a more impressive season than Cale Maker?

19:51: After the Detroit Red Wings were named as a landing spot for Dylan Cozens stay with the Buffalo Sabres this season?

24:26: Who are some exciting prospects in the AHL for each of your teams that deserve recognition?

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