The Hockey News Big Show is back to discuss some big topics in the NHL and beyond.

Here's what Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy and Katie Gaus discussed:

1:05: Mitch Marner makes his long-awaited return to Toronto as the Leafs face the Golden Knights tonight. Expectations for his "welcome" back. How will the team and Mitch Marner handle it?

4:00: Who is more motivated going into this game: Marner or the Leafs?

6:50: Are we at the point where we believe the Senators are going to miss the playoffs?

8:37: How devastating is the loss of David Perron for the Senators?

10:20: Is there confidence that they can pull it together and get into a playoff position?

12:15: Is it the right decision for the Los Angeles Kings to go for it and sell assets to make it into the playoffs?

14:00: Jonas Brodin underwent surgery for a lingering lower-body injury that will prevent him from playing for Sweden in the Olympics. With injuries piling up for Team Sweden, have they knocked themselves out of possible medal contention?

16:00: Are people underestimating teams that have familiarity with each other?

19:00: There seems to be a rise in hockey-themed shows lately. Has hockey captured Hollywood, and what will it do for the game?

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22:59: What is the most important aspect for each team making it into the playoffs?

24:30: What are your thoughts on the Penguins' odds to make the playoffs? 

25:55: How are injuries affecting Toronto's playoff odds?  

28:30: Does division matter when looking at the odds of each team? 

30:13: Which team are you betting money on to make it into the playoffs?

Rapid Fire 

31:53: There are two teams that have yet to win three consecutive games so far this season. Can you name them?

33:24: Which sports create the best movies? 

36:04: Auston Matthews has scored 11 goals in his past 13 games. How many goals will he score by the end of this season?

36:54: Nashville Predators captain Roman Josi played his 1,000th NHL game Thursday night. How would you evaluate his career so far? 

39:20: What quote made you think, "say whaaaat?" this week?

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