On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including:

(00:00) The 2026 free agent class takes another hit with Kempe extension with Kings

(10:00) Young players & coming out of a rebuild the right way

(13:30) Would Team Canada take risks with young players?

(20:30) Should Team Canada take Sam Bennett to the Olympics?

(25:00) Jack Hughes weird injury after team dinner

(31:00) David Kampf signs with Vancouver

(34:45) Injuries hitting Montreal

(39:00) Canadian teams aren't looking so hot in the standings

(42:15) Not a lot of options on the trade market right now

(48:00) Wellness check in Toronto

(55:30) Tribute to Larry Brooks

(58:45) Ask CJ

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