100: Season Preview with Darren Pang: Contenders, Contracts & the Blackhawks.

On this episode of 100% Hockey , Daren Millard and John Shannon welcome Darren Pang , one of the most respected voices in hockey broadcasting, for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of the upcoming NHL season. From contenders and pretenders to the question of whether anyone can challenge the reigning champion Florida Panthers , Pang breaks down the league’s biggest storylines. The discussion touches on potential playoff races, Kirill Kaprizov’s future , Kyle Connor’s role in Winnipeg , and the ongoing contract chatter surrounding Connor McDavid . And of course, it wouldn’t be a Pang appearance without some Chicago talk — he shares his thoughts on the Blackhawks’ outlook this season, giving us a closer look at the team he covers day in and day out.