Upon Further Review

On this episode of Upon Further Review, we begin by discussing the record breaking contract extension of Auston Matthews by the Toronto Maple Leafs, as well as analyzing what this means for the Leafs moving forward and how it tailors their expectations (0:23). Next, we discuss the contract extensions of Evan Bouchard by the Edmonton Oilers,  Brandon Hagel by the Tampa Bay Lightning, and Alexis Lafreniere by the New York Rangers (29:50). After finishing extension talk, we move into our power rankings for the top ten teams in the NHL (50:30) and end off the episode by ranking our top five defencemen in the NHL (1:01:05).

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On the 50th episode of the Upon Further Review podcast, we start by celebrating our journey thus far; thank you everyone for all of your support! We then begin by discussing the blockbuster trade for Erik Karlsson, as well as whether the Pittsburgh Penguins are contenders in the East (0:23). Next, we discuss the free agent signing of Tom Wilson by the Washington Capitals (25:59), Troy Terry by the Anaheim Ducks (32:47), Ilya Samsonov by the Toronto Maple Leafs (40:16), and Vladimir Tarasenko by the Ottawa Senators (44:20). Next, we discuss Patrice Bergeron’s amazing career and break down whether the Boston Bruins can make the playoffs without him, which leads us to revealing our Atlantic Division power rankings for the upcoming season (48:04). We end off the episode with some lunchtime cafeteria debates, discussing our top 5 players in the NHL (1:01:00), top 20 NHL centers (1:08:35), overpaid and underpaid players (1:15:10), and completing a fun Athletic-inspired draft (1:21:43). 

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we start by discussing the Alex Debrincat trade and extension with the Red Wings, whether this team is ready to make the playoffs, and what it means for the looming William Nylander contract extension (0:23). We then talk about Anze Kopitar’s two-year extension with LA and debate if the Kings are legit Cup contenders (24:25). We briefly touch on the Alex Newhook and K’Andre Miller extensions before looking at how Erik Karlsson would look on the Penguins (40:19). We wrap the episode by giving our early Power Rankings and our top 5 teams with the brightest futures (52:43).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we dive into all of the CRAZY action that occurred in the NHL to start free agency! First, we break down the Leafs’ signing of Reaves, Bertuzzi, Domi, and Klingberg (0:24), and then move to the Panthers’ signing of OEL and Rodrigues (20:08). Staying in the Atlantic, we discuss the Senators’ signing of Korpisalo (28:30), and then discuss the Canes’ busy start to free agency, signing Bunting, Orolov and their goalie tandem from last year (35:44). Stevie Y and the Red Wings were also involved, signing Justin Holl, Gosthisbehere, and Compher; we also discuss whether Stevie Y is regressing as a general manager (43:10). The Metro also saw Dubas and the Penguins stay busy, acquiring Smith and signing Jarry, Acciari, and Graves (54:53). To end off the Metro, we analyse the Devils’ re-signing of Meier (1:00:31), the Caps signing Pacioretty (1:04:40), and the Isles locking up Sorokin and Engvall (1:07:14). Moving into the West, the Knights sign Barbashev and Hill (1:10:56), while the Ducks lock up Gudas and Killorn (1:12:04). In the Central, Nashville signs Schenn, O’Reilly, and Nyquist (1:13:56), while the Stars sign Duchene (1:19:19). During our Nashville discussion, we also discuss Barry Trotz’s shaky start to his managing career. Finally, we end off the episode by discussing the winners and losers of the start of free agency (1:20:36).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we react to the Stanley Cup win by the Vegas Golden Knights, what went wrong for the Florida Panthers, and how we feel about the Conn Smythe choice (0:23). Next, we discuss recent trades that occurred across the NHL, including Provorov and Severson to the Blue Jackets (23:20), Durzi to the Coyotes (33:41), and Johansen to the Avalanche (38:38). We then break down recent signings, including Bratt’s with the Devils (41:30), Caufield's extension with the Habs (51:38) and, as well as players who may wish to move on from their organization, such as Alex DeBrincat and the Senators (58:24). We then wrap up the episode by discussing the Flames’ difficult upcoming off-season (1:08:41), previewing the 2023 NHL draft (1:14:17), and reflecting on our pre-season hot takes and ability to see the future (1:21:44)

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we break down the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights, including what both teams need to execute to win, our Conn Smythe favourites, and who will be passed the Stanley Cup first (0:23). Next, we discuss recent hirings across the NHL, including Peter Laviolette by the Rangers (20:32), Brad Treliving by the Toronto Maple Leafs (25:03), Kyle Dubas by the Pittsburgh Penguins (47:09), and Mike Babcock by the Columbus Blue Jackets (57:21). Do you like any of these hirings? Let us know on TikTok (@uponfurtherreview) and Instagram (@ufrpod)!

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we react to the shock firing of Maple Leafs’ GM Kyle Dubas, discuss whether we think Shanahan made the right decision, and what the off-season ahead looks like for the Leafs (0:23). We then breakdown the start of the two Conference Final series between the Panthers and Hurricanes (34:32), and the Golden Knights and Stars (50:29). We end the episode by discussing the Coyotes’ failed arena bid in Tempe and whether relocation is on the horizon (58:55).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we break down the Leafs’ crushing Game 3 loss against the Florida Panthers, as well as the disappointing series in general (0:23). We then discuss the rest of the playoff series, including the Oilers versus the Golden Knights (29:13), the Hurricanes versus Devils (40:14), and the Stars versus Kraken (46:00). For each series, we break down how it has played out thus far, as well as who we believe will prevail. We then end off the episode by discussing the recent firings of head coaches Gerard Gallant and Darryl Sutter (49:48).

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On this episode of Upon Further Review, we react to and celebrate the Leafs winning their first round matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning (0:23) before going into a detailed breakdown of the series with Kyle Cushman from theScore (20:37). Recorded before the two Game 7s in the Eastern Conference, we discuss the series between the Bruins and Panthers (57:32), and Rangers and Devils (1:04:34). We then react to the Oilers beating the Kings in 6 games (1:13:25), preview Game 7 in the Avalanche vs. Kraken series (1:18:12), and discuss what the Jets losing to the Knights means for their core’s future (1:23:43).

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It’s playoff time! On this episode of Upon Further Review, we preview and give our predictions for every first round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs including the Leafs vs. Lightning (9:51), Bruins vs. Panthers (18:14), Devils vs. Rangers (25:45), Hurricanes vs. Islanders (33:42), Oilers vs. Kings (39:10), Avalanche vs. Kraken (48:56), Stars vs. Wild (53:05), and Golden Knights vs. Jets (1:00:35). We then discuss the Penguins missing the playoffs for the first time in 16 seasons and what they need to do moving forward to become competitive again (1:04:05), before wrapping up the episode reflecting on Knies and Woll’s recent play (1:12:05), discussing Erik Karlsson’s historic season (1:20:01), and Toews last game as a Blackhawk (1:25:42).

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