The FAN Hockey Show

Sportsnet's Iain MacIntyre joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to break down the Canucks hiring Manny Malhotra to be the club's next head coach. Iain dives into Vancouver's busy off-season so far, the team's direction ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft, and their outlook for next season and beyond. Later, Penguins Assistant Coach Mike Stothers (25:06) joins the boys in-studio to chat about his first year back behind the bench, working with Dan Muse, and what's ahead for the Pens following their first round exit. Mike also sets up tonight's Stanley Cup Final with thoughts on Rod Brind'Amour's impact in Carolina, how John Tortorella has faired since his late-season takeover, and how the Golden Knights match up against the Hurricanes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa ahead of the Stanley Cup Final. Before getting into Game 1, Friedge details Vancouver's hiring of Manny Malhotra, Nashville's progress in their GM search, the latest off-season news in Colorado, and Zach Werenski being awarded the Norris Trophy. The boys then dive into the Stanley Cup battle in goal between Carter Hart and Frederik Andersen, which matchup stands out the most, and who has the edge ahead of puck drop tonight. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa live from Media Day at the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss the interest level around the league in this year's final, the health of both teams ahead of Game 1, and the playoff atmosphere in T-Mobile Arena and the Lenovo Center. Friedge also projects what ahead for the Canadiens this off-season and who the Sabres will look to retain, before outlining what Judd Brackett and Freddie Hamilton's new roles in Toronto entail. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's show with a look ahead to the weekend on the Futa Five! Producer Mike Gentile joins the boys in-studio for a brief chocolate bar debate, before Jason Bukala (14:30), Sportsnet NHL analyst and founder of the Pro Hockey Group, stops by! He looks back on the process of drafting Aleksander Barkov in Florida, breaks down Kitchener Rangers winger Jack Pridham's draft situation, and sets up tonight's Game 5 between the Hurricanes and Canadiens. Matt and Jason wrap up the week with thoughts on the Golden Knights' emergence as villains through their first decade as a franchise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode of The FAN Hockey Show chatting with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They set the stage for tonight's Game 5 between the Canadiens and Hurricanes with the latest from practice, injury reports, and more! Friedge also breaks down the progress for the Maple Leafs' coaching search, the latest on Bruce Cassidy's availability, and the IIHF's recent announcement about Russia's participation. They wrap up the week with thoughts and memories of Claude Lemieux. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this episode with a look at The FAN Hockey Hotline to respond to your calls and texts! Mike Kelly (13:44) of NHL Network and Sport Logiq breaks down the Hurricanes' defensive effort in Game 4, how Carolina has stripped Montreal of their team identity, what the Habs need to add this offseason, and more! Later, Buffalo Sabres GM Jarmo Kekäläinen (36:50) opens with memories of Claude Lemieux following the news of his passing today. Jarmo also discusses the Sabres' success in his first year at the helm, the bright future for the group, what's ahead for Alex Tuch, the changing perception of the market around the league, and how his roster developed over the course of the season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show with thoughts on the Hurricanes' decisive 4-0 victory over the Canadiens in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, weighs in on Carolina's defensive masterclass shutting down Montreal, the outlook for the Habs down 3-1 in the series, and the former first and second round picks contributing in the conference finals. They also chat about the Canucks' coaching search and what's behind the trend of teams struggling at home in the playoffs. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this edition of The FAN Hockey Show discussing the Golden Knights' sweep of the Avalanche to move onto the Stanley Cup Final. Producer Mike Gentile joins the boys in-studio to reflect on what swung the series in Vegas' favour, the success of the franchise through their first nine seasons, and what's ahead in Colorado following the defeat, before looking into the Canucks' off-season so far. Elliotte Friedman (32:10), Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, shares his takeaways from the Knights' sweep. They touch on Vegas' recipe for success, the next steps for the Avs, what ultimately went wrong for the Presidents' Trophy winners, and Jared Bednar's future. The guys wrap up with a preview of tonight's Game 4 between the Canadiens and Hurricanes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss Carolina's efforts in their Game 3 win over the Canadiens. They break down how the Hurricanes have shut down Lane Hutson, the Habs' struggles at the Bell Centre, and the stark contrast in Carolina's play from Game 1 to the present. Freidge also explains Bruce Cassidy's contract situation in Vegas, Colorado's mentality heading into a must-win Game 4, and the interest in David Carle around the league. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa are joined by Liam McHugh (04:17), NHL on TNT host, to look back on Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final. They dive into Andrei Svechnikov's overtime winner to push the Hurricanes ahead 2-1 in the series, the change in Rod Brind'Amour's group, and how Montreal needs to adjust heading into Game 4. Later, Matt and Mike (30:07) break down the X-factors throughout Carolina's lineup and sort through the former top-end draft picks making up the final four teams. Next up, Avalanche reporter Meghan Angley (50:00) checks in on Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar's status ahead of tonight's must-win Game 4. They get into about the morale in the room, the team's path back into the series, and who needs to step up in order to get the job done. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and guest host Sam Cosentino to chat about the turning point in last night's clash between the Avalanche and Golden Knights. They get into Colorado's outlook heading into a win-or-go-home Game 4, who will start between the pipes, and Keegan Kolesar's play in the postseason. Friedge also reflects on Vegas' late-season coaching change and John Tortorella's impact behind the bench, along with Mark Stone's performance in his first game back in the lineup. The boys wrap up with thoughts on tonight's Game 3 between the Canadiens and Hurricanes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Guest host Sam Cosentino joins Matt Marchese to chat about Colorado's Game 3 collapse to fall behind 3-0 to the Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final. The boys look back on all the biggest stories from the weekend on the "Where Is Futes Five". Sportsnet's Eric Francis (29:24) checks in with thoughts on Vegas moving within one game of the Stanley Cup Final. He touches on the current Conn Smythe favourites, Carter Hart's strong performance through the playoffs, and the bleak outlook for the Avalanche. Later, Sam (49:43) sorts through some of the top prospects heading into the 2026 NHL Draft, before Kyle Bukauskas, Sportsnet rink side reporter and host of 32 Thoughts, joins to set the stage for tonight's Game 3 between the Canadiens and Hurricanes. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa live from the Canadiens optional skate following their Game 1 victory. They chat about Rod Brind'Amour's postgame analysis of his team's loss, the factors behind Montreal's strong series opener, and Frederik Andersen's play following a long layoff. Friedge also shares the latest on Cale Makar and Nashville's GM search, before looking into the adjustments for the Avalanche heading into Game 2. The boys wrap up the week with an update on Vancouver and Toronto's coaching searches. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open Friday's edition of The FAN Hockey Show with thoughts on the Canadiens' dominating Game 1 victory over the Hurricanes. The boys identify what made the difference for Montreal last night and project how Carolina might respond in Game 2, before sorting through the Futa Five! Paul Bissonnette (27:42), former NHLer and co-host of Spittin' Chiclets, shares his perspective on last night's action, looks into the impact of Cale Makar's absence for the Avalanche, and shares his outlook for both sides of the conference finals. Later, Sportsnet's Garry Galley (50:37) helps set the stage for tonight's clash between Colorado and Vegas with thoughts on Colorado's uphill battle without Makar, who needs to step up in his absence, and what could make the difference in Game 2. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode recapping the Golden Knights' 4-2 victory over the Avalanche in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final! Sportsnet's Colby Armstrong (07:25) checks in with thoughts on last night's action, Vegas setting the tone of the series, and Colorado's outlook down 0-1 without Cale Makar. Next, Matt and Mike open up The FAN Hockey Hotline (33:51) to respond to your calls and texts! Later, Sportsnet's Sean Reynolds (50:00) gauges the vibes around the Canadiens heading into Game 1 in Carolina, looks into how Rod Brind'Amour is getting his group ready after a long layoff, and outlines the keys to Montreal's success in this series. Finally, Cory Lavalette (01:17:47) of the North State Journal shares the latest Hurricanes news ahead of tonight's puck drop and identifies the X-factors for the group in Game 1. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jesse Granger of The Athletic joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to share what's in store for the Golden Knights as they prepare for Game 1 of the Western Conference Final. They dive into their takeaways from Kelly McCrimmon's press conference, Mark Stone's status ahead of puck drop, and who needs to step up to knock off the Avalanche. Thomas Drance (19:04) of The Athletic joins the guys to chat about the Canucks firing Adam Foote, Manny Malhotra's case to take over the role, the state of the roster heading into next season, and team's the options with the third overall pick. Later, NHL.com's Mike Zeisberger (47:30) shares his highlights from his time on the road covering the Stanley Cup Playoffs so far. Mike also reflects on the impact of Buffalo's run and the unlikely quartet of goaltenders still remaining, before previewing tonight's clash between Colorado and Vegas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open with thoughts on the Vancouver Canucks parting ways Adam Foote behind the bench, and set the stage for Game 1 of the Western Conference Final! Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, weighs in on Kelly McCrimmon's statement in Vegas, what's ahead for Bruce Cassidy, and the top candidates for the Canucks coaching vacancy. The boys also take a closer look at the top storylines for each of the final four teams remaining in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on the impact of Mark Stone's absence, the Devils retaining Sheldon Keefe for next season, and what's going on in Nashville. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with thoughts on the top storylines heading into the conference finals! Corey Masisak (17:07) of The Denver Post checks in on the Avalanche as they await tomorrow's Game 1 against the Golden Knights. He breaks down how the roster is staying ready amidst their long layoff, Gabriel Landeskog's impact in the postseason, the depth down the lineup, Nic Roy's insight on Vegas, how the lines match up, the evolution of Brent Burns, and how Colorado will manage their tandem in goal. Later, New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen (44:56) joins to share what it's like playing in the Bell Centre on a Saturday night, the challenge of staying sharp in-between each series, what it's like preparing for an elimination game, the mentality of a backup netminder, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa look back on the Montreal Canadiens' overtime victory to move onto the Eastern Conference Finals. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the conversation to share what it was like during Game 7 in the KeyBank Center last night, the next steps for the Sabres as they enter the off-season, and what's ahead for Alex Tuch. The boys also chat about Owen Power's development, Jakub Dobeš rising to meet the moment, Vegas' recent meeting with the league, and if the penalty of losing a second-round pick will be upheld. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on the lack of progress made in Nashville's front office search. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to share his view on tonight's Game 7 between the Sabres and Canadiens. He shares the latest pregame updates from Buffalo, before discussing the weirdness of this series and who he thinks could be tonight's X-factor. Friedge also outlines the Golden Knights' stance on Bruce Cassidy, Vegas being docked a second-round draft pick and fined for violating media regulations, and the Maple Leafs' discussions with David Carle. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off today's Victoria Day edition of The FAN Hockey Show setting the stage for Game 7 between the Canadiens and Sabres. The boys also roll through the Futa Five with thoughts on Golden Knights' penalty for their postgame media no-show, Sidney Crosby at the World Championships, and the Maple Leafs' coaching search. Next up, Sportsnet's Eric Engels (25:50) stops by to preview Montreal's side of tonight's Game 7 including the X-factors for the Habs, Ivan Demidov heating up, and the expected adjustments following Saturday's loss. Later, Mike Harrington (50:43) of The Buffalo News discusses the Sabres' issues at home, Zach Benson's development, and his expectations ahead of puck drop. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Brenden Dillon, New Jersey Devils defenceman and Sportsnet playoff analyst, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to chat about his experience working with Hockey Night in Canada, Mitch Marner's highlight reel goal to open the scoring in Game 6, and the strength of the Hurricanes and Avalanche. Later, Jason Bukala (18:04), founder of the Pro Hockey Group and Sportsnet analyst, joins the guys in-studio for the Futa Five! The trio dive into Montreal's Game 5 victory, the interest in Bruce Cassidy, Sidney Crosby joining Canada's World Championship roster, and the "exhaustive searches" around the league. Jason also breaks down his list of the top 45 NHL prospects entering the draft, who Kyle Dubas might've been referencing in his end-of-season comments, and the current Stanley Cup favourite. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin with a look back on Montreal's pivotal victory in Game 5 over Buffalo and Mitch Marner's continued playoff excellence as the Golden Knights marched onto the Western Conference Finals. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the conversation to discuss John Tortorella declining to speak to media following the win, if it's related to Brayden McNabb's one-game suspension served last night, the impact of Mark Stone's injury, and how they match up with the Avalanche. The boys also break down what's ahead for the Ducks this summer with a potentially thin off-season trade market. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on the deciding moment in the Sabres' loss last night, Ivan Demidov finally breaking through, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s difficult night in goal, and expectations for Saturday’s Game 6. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to look into Kris Knoblauch's firing in Edmonton. They discuss what's ahead for the Oilers, how long the team might wait for Bruce Cassidy to become available, and the Canucks' front office changes featuring Ryan Johnson and the Sedin twins. Friedge also examines the potential candidates to take over from Knoblauch, the mismanagement of the Oilers' situation behind the bench, and Nashville's slow-progressing front office search. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa break down today's news of Kris Knoblauch's dismissal from Edmonton, as well as the Canucks new front office featuring Ryan Johnson and the Sedin twins! Anson Carter (06:03), Olympic Gold Medalist and NHL of TNT analyst, joins the conversation to discuss what's next for Knoblauch, before breaking down Colorado's victory to eliminate the Wild and move onto the Western Conference Final. Ace also looks into Vancouver's new leadership group, the ripple effects of the CHL to NCAA pipeline, and Nathan MacKinnon's game-tying goal. D.J. Smith (26:38), Kings interim coach and Team Canada assistant coach at the World Championships, discusses the value of experience behind the bench, Brandt Clarke's development in LA, and Artemi Panarin's offensive weapons. D.J. also chats about his future with the Kings and Taylor Hall's resurgence in Carolina. Finally, Sportsnet's Mark Spector (48:47) discusses the changes in Edmonton, the Oilers' roster construction, what type of coach they're looking to bring in, some potential candidates on Stan Bowman's radar, and the goaltending situation. Matt and Mike wrap up this episode by responding to your texts! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa take us live to Maple Leafs General Manager John Chayka's press conference to discuss the team's decision to part ways with Head Coach Craig Berube. Matt and Mike break down their takeaways from the podium (08:57), before debating the players they'd most like to have their back in a fight. Sportsnet's David Amber (24:06) joins the conversation to share his pick, before diving into last night's clash between the Sabres and Canadiens. D.A. breaks down the keys to Buffalo's Game 4 victory to even the series, the Hurricanes' lengthy break as they await their Eastern Conference Final opponent, and Brayden McNabb’s hearing for his hit on Ryan Poehling. Finally, Hockey Night in Canada's Harnarayan Singh (53:46) checks in ahead tonight's Game 5 between the Avalanche and Wild with a chance for Colorado to move on. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa chat with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, on the heels of Craig Berube's dismissal from behind the Maple Leafs bench. He details the head coach's exit from Toronto, the potential candidates to take over the job, if the Leafs star players had any say in the change, and what qualities the team is looking for in a new coach. Friedge also delves into the Golden Knights restricting teams from speaking with Bruce Cassidy, the importance of alignment between Toronto's the front office and coaching staff, and the progress made on Nashville's GM search. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to chat about the momentum behind Ryan Johnson for a Vancouver front office. They dive into the Golden Knights reportedly blocking the Oilers from speaking with Bruce Cassidy, Charlie Coyle's six-year extension with the Blue Jackets, and what Buffalo needs to change heading into a crucial Game 4. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin with thoughts on Colorado's Game 4 victory over the Wild to move within one game of the Western Conference Finals. The guys also get into the Golden Knights reportedly blocking the Oilers from speaking with Bruce Cassidy, and set the stage for tonight's Stanley Cup playoff slate. Nate Thompson (27:55), former NHLer and co-host of The Energy Line, shares his takeaways from the postseason so far including Mitch Marner's playoff breakout with John Tortorella in Vegas. Later, Capitals Head Coach Spencer Carbery (50:00) joins to discuss the offseason ahead in Washington, the priorities for the organization, and what's next for Alex Ovechkin. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Rod Brind'Amour, Head Coach of the Carolina Hurricanes, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to discuss his team's undefeated playoff run! He dives into what's behind the Canes' magic in the postseason, the key contributors up and down the roster, and what's in store as they prepare for the Eastern Conference Final. Later, Matt and Mike (17:40) take a closer look at Mitch Marner's playoff performance and John Tortorella's fiery postgame comments, Macklin Celebrini being named captain for Team Canada's World Championship team, and the names to watch in the upcoming NHL draft. Jeff Scott (41:20), Group Vice President of Community Development and Leadership Growth, joins the guys to share the finalists for the Willie O'Ree Hero Award and reflect on Willie's lasting legacy in the sport. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off a new week alongside Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They begin by breaking down the Canadiens' victory to pull ahead in their series against the Sabres. The dive into Arber Xhekaj's involvement in the scrum at the end of Game 3, Jakub Dobeš continuing to win over the hockey world, and the spectacle of watching Lane Hutson in person. Friedge also weighs in on Alex Lyon's form in Buffalo's crease, the Ducks' depth continuing to contribute, and Mitch Marner's playoff breakout to lead the postseason in points. They wrap up with the latest on the Sedin twins' front office role in Vancouver, the Flyers' playoff run ending at the hands of the undefeated Hurricanes, and Quinn Hughes' highlight reel play in Game 3 against the Avalanche. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with a look ahead to this weekend's Stanley Cup playoff action on the Futa Five! Jason Bukala (15:17), Sportsnet NHL analyst and founder of the Pro Hockey Group, dives deep into the 2026 NHL Draft class to examine the Maple Leafs' options at the top, the debate between Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg for first overall, the possibility of moving down and what that might look like. After the break, Jason takes a look around the second round to break down the keys behind Buffalo's Game 1 win over the Canadiens, the Hurricanes' wagon, Colorado's dominance, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to share an update on Vancouver's GM search. The boys also chat about the Hart Trophy finalists and Macklin Celebrini's omission, the Hurricanes' Game 3 victory to push the Flyers to the brink, and how Rod Brind'Amour managed to get a bench minor penalty. Friedge also weighs in on the netminder who's must surprised him through the playoffs, Toronto's options for the first overall pick, Bryan McCabe garnering front office interest, and tonight's Stanley Cup playoff schedule! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with thoughts on the Sabres' dominant 4-2 win over Montreal in Game 1. Jonathan Davis (09:48) of ViSN and SiriusXM NHL Radio joins the boys to share his biggest surprise of the second round so far. They dive into Ducks' 3-1 victory to even their series against Vegas, the latest on the Kings' head coaching search, the Stars' lengthy injury report entering the off-season, and the finalists for the Norris Trophy. Next, Scott Hartnell (28:25), former NHLer and NBC Philly analyst, sets up Game 3 between the Flyers and Hurricanes, and breaks down the uphill for Philadelphia down 2-0 in the series. Later, Hockey Hall of Famer Jeremy Roenick (50:01) joins the guys to take a look around the Stanley Cup playoffs and share some stories from his postseason experience. Finally, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino (01:17:30) joins on the heels of the NHL Draft Lottery to detail the Maple Leafs' options with the first overall pick and the names to watch down the draft board. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa off the top to chat about the Maple Leafs winning the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery. They dive into Toronto's options with the first overall pick, Canucks President Jim Rutherford's announcement that he will step down following the draft, and Nashville's patient approach to their front office search. Friedge also details the atmosphere in Buffalo ahead of their second round series, Sam Carrick's status for Game 1, the decision ahead for Minnesota in goal, and the ongoing coaching search in Los Angeles. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off today's show with thoughts on the Maple Leafs' unlikely victory in the NHL Draft Lottery to win the first overall pick. The boys debate the decision ahead for the new front office in Toronto, detail the teams looking to move up, and take a closer look at the names to watch in first round. Ryan Strome (23:08), Flames forward and former fifth overall pick, discusses his opportunity in Calgary, his experience being a top-ranked draft prospect, his takeaways from the playoffs so far, and some stories from the game along the way. Later, Sportsnet's Eric Engels (50:00) previews Game 1 between the Canadiens and Sabres, breaks down Montreal's mentality heading into the second round, and shares any potential adjustments following their first round win over Tampa Bay. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese, Mike Futa and Luke Gazdic are joined by Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts! They begin with an update on Sam Carrick ahead of tomorrow's Game 1 against Montreal, before sharing their takeaways from the Maple Leafs introductory press conference for John Chayka and Mats Sundin. Friedge also weighs in on the storylines ahead tonight's NHL Draft Lottery and the strategy in Toronto depending on their pick. The boys wrap up with thoughts on what's ahead this offseason in Tampa Bay, Filip Gustavsson getting the nod for the Wild tonight, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin this episode with a look back on last night's second round playoff action! They touch on the Golden Knights' 3-1 victory over the Ducks and Carolina extending their series lead over Philly in overtime, before setting the table for tonight's Game 2 between the Avalanche and Wild. Luke Gazdic (29:50), former NHLer and Sportsnet analyst, joins the boys to break down Taylor Hall's game-winner for the 'Canes, what's behind the roster's playoff success, and the Flyers' outlook down 2-0. Later, the boys project what's in store between the Canadiens and Sabres with thoughts on how the series might playout and the players to watch closely ahead of Game 1 tomorrow, along with tonight's battle in Colorado. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode alongside Bruce Cassidy, former NHL coach and Stanley Cup champion. Bruce discusses what changes when coaching in a Game 7 scenario and his journey behind the bench, before sharing his perspective on this season's playoff action so far. Later, we go live to the Maple Leafs' introductory press conference for new General Manager John Chayka and Senior Executive Advisor of Hockey Operations Mats Sundin, alongside MLSE President and CEO Keith Pelley. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off a new week on The FAN Hockey Show recapping a busy weekend in NHL! Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins to discuss Montreal's Game 7 victory to knock out the Lightning, highlighted by Jakub Dobeš' strong performance between the pipes. They also touch on the Kings' head coach search and what's ahead this offseason in Edmonton, before breaking down the front office changes in Toronto. Friedge discusses the discourse surrounding new General Manager John Chayka, Craig Berube's future behind the bench, and what's next for Auston Matthews and William Nylander. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open this episode with five storylines they're watching closely this weekend on the Futa Five! Jason Bukala (17:00), Sportsnet analyst and Founder of the Pro Hockey Group, joins the guys in-studio to share his view on Connor McDavid's postgame comments following the Oilers' elimination and highlight the Ducks' play in Game 6. The trio also reflect on 2023 NHL Draft three years later, preview the second round battle between the Avalanche and Wild, revisit the Cutter Gauthier for Jamie Drysdale trade, and get you set for Game 6 between the Lightning and Canadiens. They also share their thoughts on Jessica Campbell moving on from the Seattle Kraken, before Bukes details his top picks in the 2026 draft class. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off Friday's show with thoughts on the Oilers' elimination from the Stanley Cup playoffs and Connor McDavid's postgame comments. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, dives deeper into the next steps in Edmonton and reflects on the positive and negatives from the season. Friedge also details the Maple Leafs' denied request to interview Lightning GM Julien BriseBois, the latest on Nashville's GM search, and the Stars' struggles generating offence 5-on-5. The boys wrap up with a discussion about what makes the Wild a difficult matchup as they move onto the next round, before teeing up this weekend's playoff schedule! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Al Morganti of NBS Sports Philly joins Matt Marchese and Mike Futa to chat about the Flyers' breakthrough in Game 6 at home and what lies ahead in the second round against the Hurricanes. Next up, former NHL referee and ESPN rules analyst, Dave Jackson (18:13) stops by to break down the officiating we've seen the playoffs so far! Later, Matt and Mike open up the Hockey Hotline to respond to your calls and texts, before previewing tonight's Stanley Cup playoff action on Sportsnet! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open today's show with a look back on Wednesday night's playoff action with Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts. They begin with Montreal's Game 5 win to push the Lightning to the brink of elimination, Nikita Kucherov's quiet postseason so far, and Kyle Dubas' offseason ahead following the Penguins' elimination. Friedge also breaks down the Flyers' success and sets up their second round series with the Hurricanes. The boys wrap up with thoughts on the Golden Knights' victory over the Mammoth, the Oilers' must-win matchup in Anaheim, and tonight's Stars-Wild clash. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Mike Futa opens this edition of The FAN Hockey Show recounting his interview for the Maple Leafs GM opening with his co-host Matt Marchese. Chris Cuthbert (08:04), Sportsnet play-by-play voice, takes a moment to reflect on John Garrett's legacy and share some fond memories of his fellow broadcaster, before breaking down tonight's Game 5 between the Canadiens and Lightning. Next, Sportsnet's Louie DeBrusk (33:13) discusses the Oilers' victory at home over the Ducks to close the gap in the series to 3-2. The boys highlight the difference-makers for Edmonton in Game 5 and project how the team can continue their form rest of the series. Later, Matt and Mike take a look around the Stanley Cup playoffs and chat about Brady Tkachuk's comments during his end-of-season media availability. Finally, Lightning insider Erik Erlendsson (01:15:49) shares the latest news from Tampa Bay ahead of Game 5 with the series knotted at 2-2. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa kick off this episode with Billy Jaffe, NESN analyst and host of the Morning Bru podcast. The boys set the stage for Game 5 between the Bruins and Sabres and explore what's at stake for both sides as Boston faces a win-or-go-home scenario. Later, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino stops by to share his take on the most intriguing storylines of the first round so far! Finally, Matt and Mike get you set for tonight's playoff action on Sportsnet! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa begin today's show with a moment to remember John Garrett and reflect on his legacy on the ice and in the broadcast booth. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, joins the guys to share more fond memories of "Cheech". The boys then discuss the seed of doubt planted in the Flyers' mind by Sidney Crosby and the Penguins, who has the edge between the Mammoth and Golden Knights heading into Game 5, and the array of overtime reviews we've seen so far. They wrap up with a preview of Ducks-Oilers and Sabres-Bruins tonight with Edmonton and Boston on the brink of elimination. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open episode with a look back on the key moments from a busy weekend in the NHL on the Futa Five! Next up, Sportsnet's John Bartlett (15:19) shares his takeaways from the Hurricanes' sweep of the Senators including Carolina's recipe for success, what went wrong for Ottawa, and the 'Canes outlook heading into the second round and beyond. Later, Justin Williams (41:39), three-time Stanley Cup champion and Hurricanes advisor, dives deeper into Carolina's sweep of the Sens. Justin talks about maintaining intensity while waiting for an opponent in the next round, Jordan Martinook setting the tone from opening puck drop, and the challenge of controlling playoff scrums, before reflecting on Anže Kopitar's final game. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open a new week on The FAN Hockey Show debating the controversial goal call in Game 4 between the Oilers and Ducks. Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, shares his take on the decision, the outlook for Edmonton on the brink of the elimination, and the key pieces pushing Anaheim closer to the second round. Friedge also weighs in on the battle between the Canadiens and Lightning, Anže Kopitar's final game the Kings' elimination, and Ridly Greig's pending hearing for roughing Sean Walker. The guys wrap up with thoughts on Alex Lyon's strong form in goal for the Sabres, an update on the Maple Leafs' pursuit of Mats Sundin for a front office position, and the latest news from Vancouver and Nashville. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.