In this episode of The Hockey News Podcast with Ryan Kennedy and Mike Stephens:

- QMJHL commissioner Gilles Courteau resigned over the weekend. Mike recommends checking out the latest episode of THN On The 'Q' to get the explanation and the critical analysis of what's going on in the QMJHL right now.

- They discuss their trade deadline surprises and which players will benefit the most following the deadline.

- Which teams could have the quickest turnaround?

- Can anybody possibly stop Connor McDavid from winning the Hart Trophy this season? Ryan and Mike present their runner-ups.

And more, so check out the full episode.

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