32: Stars Align: Pete DeBoer on Mikko Rantanen's Role in Dallas and Their Playoff Aspirations

Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice stops by for a mid-season check-in, breaking down where his team stands and what they need to do down the stretch. With Matthew Tkachuk dealing with an injury, we get his thoughts on the impact of losing a player like that, leading to a conversation about the 4 Nations Face-Off and how his guys handled it. From his take on the team’s newest acquisitions to how the Panthers have evolved under his watch, Maurice gives us plenty to chew on in this one.

5 Mar 50min

Nick Kypreos and Doug MacLean join us to kick off "Trade Deadline Week" as we dive into all the potential moves leading up to the March 7th trade deadline and the moves that have already been made. The four break down the most likely players to be dealt, the teams that could be the most active, and, of course, leave plenty of room for Doug and Nick to say whatever they want—because let’s be honest, they would anyway.

3 Mar 1h 10min

George Parros, the NHL’s Senior VP of Player Safety, joins the show for an incredibly informative episode. He breaks down how player suspensions are decided, what goes on in disciplinary meetings, and the philosophy behind his approach to adjudication. No question was off-limits as he gives us a rare inside look at one of the league’s most scrutinized roles.

28 Feb 1h 1min

With the NHL season back in full swing after the 4 Nations Face-Off, Jeff Jackson joins the show to break down the Oilers’ less-than-ideal three-game losing streak. With the trade deadline looming, he gives insight into the team’s plans, what to expect in the final stretch of the season, and how they’re gearing up for the playoffs.

26 Feb 54min

Ray Ferraro joins the show as we set the stage for the NHL trade deadline. A big focus lands on the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins—Washington has found success in re-tooling rather than rebuilding and are reaping the benefits, while Pittsburgh faces tough choices. Do they keep Crosby and try to stay competitive, or is it time for a full reset? After the break, we dive into more teams and players that could be on the move and share some classic trade deadline stories from years in the game.

24 Feb 1h 7min

Our first active NHL player guest—Alex Pietrangelo—joins the show! We kick things off with his thoughts on the 4 Nations Face-Off and next year’s Olympics before diving into his memories from playing in Sochi. He also shares his outlook on the rest of the season as the NHL resumes play, along with his love for Vegas and his passion for fatherhood. A great conversation with one of the game’s best!

21 Feb 55min

Today’s show features two great guests as we gear up for the 4 Nations Face-Off final. First, goalie expert Kevin Woodley breaks down the most talked-about position in the tournament—goaltending. He dives into Connor Hellebuyck vs. Jordan Binnington and what to expect in tomorrow’s championship matchup. Then, Billy Jaffe joins us for a full game preview as Canada looks to avenge their earlier loss to Team USA in Boston. Don’t miss it!

19 Feb 1h 3min

In this bonus episode, Brad Treliving joins the show to discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs' representation in the 4 Nations Face-Off, with three players—Mitch Marner (Canada), Auston Matthews (USA), and William Nylander (Sweden)—each playing for different countries.  He shares his thoughts on the tournament and its impact on the team. After the break, Treliving provides insight into how the Leafs are approaching the latter half of the NHL season, focusing on strategies to maintain momentum and address upcoming challenges.

18 Feb 51min