Upon Further Review

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we break down some big-time trades that have occurred across the league recently, including the Canucks trading for Elias Lindholm (0:23) and the Jets acquiring Sean Monahan (28:25). Next, we move onto a discussion surrounding the Kings’ recent struggles and firing of Todd McLellan, and whether LA can get back into form (37:06). With the NHL All Star game taking place in Toronto this week, we give our thoughts on changes brought to the festivities, including the new-look draft and skills competition (44:05). Finally, with NHL players returning to international hockey at the 2026 Olympic Games, we analyse each country’s projected roster and who we think will take home gold (51:06).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start by discussing William Nylander’s contract extension, the Leafs’ recent run of poor play, and whether we think they are still a competitive team (0:25). We then take a look at the Pacific Division and react to the Kings’ stretch of losing and the Oilers’ insane winning streak (35:52). Next we look at a few more Canadian teams, debating who we think is better between the Winnipeg Jets and Vancouver Canucks (53:50), before analyzing the Senators’ continued struggles and potential next moves (59:52). We wrap the episode by recapping the Cutter Gauthier and Jamie Drysdale trade saga and what it could mean for Trevor Zegras (1:09:24).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we go through the NHL and give each team from the Atlantic (0:23), Metro (25:43), Central (44:19), and Pacific (1:01:06) divisions one holiday wish for the second half of the season, as well as discuss recent news for certain teams. We then end the show with a quick discussion on the World Juniors and who we think will win the Gold Medal (1:24:45). 

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by discussing the Edmonton oilers’ recent tear, and whether they are Stanley Cup contenders (0:23). On a similar theme, we discuss the NHL’s current contenders and pretenders (14:25). We then move to Pittsburgh to discuss the continued mediocrity of the Penguins and whether we believe they can turn it around (21:22). After this, we move to our interview with Anthony Petrielli of the Maple Leafs Hotstove to discuss the Leafs’ recent play and future possible trades and direction (32:00). Returning back to our discussion, we analyse Ovechkin’s slow start to the year and whether he can break Gretzky’s record (1:05:10), as well as news in the Central Division with the St. Louis Blues firing Craig Berube and the Winnipeg Jets’ playoff chances now that Kyle Connor went down with an injury (1:10:50). We end off the episode by talking about fighting after clean hits, the new additions to the NHL Skills Competition, and whether the NHL should follow the NBA’s suit and implement both an In-Season Tournament and Play-In Tournament (1:27:30).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start by breaking down Patrick Kane’s decision to sign with the Detroit Red Wings and if they are now playoff contenders (0:23). We then discuss the Edmonton Oilers’ run of good form (18:54) and the Leafs’ unconvincing play, specifically highlighting Auston Matthews’ struggles (38:09). Next we react to the Nikita Zadorov trade to the Canucks (47:57) and end the episode with the Corey Perry (58:00) incident and the firing of Dean Evason (1:04:43).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start by breaking down the Oilers’ recent woes, their first with games with their new coaching hire, and if they should make a move for a goaltender (0:23). Next, we move into some Maple Leafs’ talk, including the impressive play of their new additions, possible trades for Tanev and Zadorov, and whether Patrick Kane would fit on the team (21:06).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start off by analysing some teams that have gotten off to poor starts this season, namely the Ottawa Senators, Buffalo Sabres, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames, and San Jose Sharks (0:23); we also break down the Washington Capitals’ current position and whether they may benefit from trading Alex Ovechkin at the trade deadline (47:50). Next, we move on to the teams that have been rolling to start the year, such as the Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche, Vegas Golden Knights, and Detroit Red Wings (54:30); here, we also discuss whether Alex DeBrincat and Dylan Larkin can keep up this pace, and whether DeBrincat is a realistic Rocket Richard candidate (1:17:45). We then get into some Maple Leafs talk, discussing whether Joseph Woll should be the starter going forward and whether the Leafs should sign William Nylander before the season is over (1:25:14). We end off the episode by analysing some players that have gotten off to hot starts, such as Jack Hughes, and by discussing which countries would field the best team should there be a best-on-best national tournament (1:39:34).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by breaking down the Buffalo Sabres’ huge contract extensions of Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power (0:24) and the Senators’ inability to sign Shane Pinto due to salary cap issues (19:20). Next, we debate the Winnipeg Jets’ decision to stick with Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck over the long term (25:59) before getting into some Leafs talk based on their first game of the season (44:31). We then discuss Connor Bedard’s first week in the NHL and our expectations for the rest of his season (56:55). After this, we get into some interesting talking points surrounding the Oilers's start to the season versus the Canucks, including the Oilers’ goaltending and the potential for Boeser and Demko to have big bounce back seasons (1:09:31). Finally, we wrap up the episode by discussing our early NHL Award predictions (1:19:13).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by breaking down the recent controversy surrounding Mark Stone getting labelled and talk about the difficulties of pre-season in general (0:23). Next, we move into some Leafs talk, discussing the recent decision to play Auston Matthews on the penalty kill and whether this means he can compete for a Selke Trophy (7:12). Rounding out the news, we analyse the Lightning’s and Ducks’ decisions to not offer Steven Stamkos and Trevor Zegras commensurate contracts (30:30). Similar to the start of last season, we each name our top breakout candidates for the upcoming season (53:20), as well as our three HOT takes for the 2023-24 NHL year (57:27). To round out the episode, we reveal our division predictions for the upcoming season (1:14:06).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by discussing the Canucks’ decision to name Quinn Hughes their next team captain and what the means for Elias Pettersson moving forward (0:23). Next, we break down the long-term signing of Jake Sanderson by the Ottawa Senators and whether the Sens can win a Stanley Cup with their core (23:04). After discussing the controversy surrounding Mike Babcock leading to his resignation from the Columbus Blue Jackets (37:45), we move back to the topic of team captains with Adam Lowry and Winnipeg Jets, and then predict the future captains for teams that have not yet named one (52:22). We then move into an analysis of the trade market for Mark Scheifele and Elias Lindholm by determining where they fit best (59:05). Next, we discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs’ decision to re-sign Sheldon Keefe (1:13:12), and then debate the biggest winners and losers of the off-season (1:22:18). To end off the episode, we list our most overrated and underrated teams heading into next season (1:34:30), discuss storylines we are most excited to see unfold in the NHL this year (1:47:47), and provide teams that would make our no-trade lists if we were professional hockey players (1:55:02).

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